Doxercalciferol Capsules

Pronunciation: dox-ehr-kal-SIFF-eh-role
Generic Name: Doxercalciferol
Brand Name: Hectorol

Doxercalciferol Capsules is used for:

Lowering elevated parathyroid hormone levels in patients who have chronic kidney disease, including those undergoing kidney dialysis.

Doxercalciferol Capsules is a synthetic form of vitamin D. It works by promoting the proper absorption and use of calcium and phosphate by the body, as well as normal bone development and maintenance. It also helps regulate parathyroid hormone levels and is involved in magnesium metabolism.

Do NOT use Doxercalciferol Capsules if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Doxercalciferol Capsules


• you have a tendency toward high calcium levels or evidence of vitamin D overdose (eg, weakness, headache, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, muscle pain, bone pain, metallic taste)


• you have high levels of calcium, phosphate, or vitamin D in your blood


• you are taking disulfiram or metronidazole

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Doxercalciferol Capsules:

Some medical conditions may interact with Doxercalciferol Capsules. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have hardening of the arteries, heart problems, or liver disease

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Doxercalciferol Capsules. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Cholestyramine, erythromycin, or ketoconazole because the effectiveness of Doxercalciferol Capsules may be decreased


• Mineral oil because it may affect the absorption of Doxercalciferol Capsules into the body


• Disulfiram or metronidazole because symptoms of alcohol intolerance, such as flushing, headache, fast heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, and trouble breathing, may occur


• Digoxin because risk of its side effects may be increased by Doxercalciferol Capsules


• Phenobarbital or glutethimide because they may increase the risk of side effects of Doxercalciferol Capsules

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Doxercalciferol Capsules may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Doxercalciferol Capsules:

Use Doxercalciferol Capsules as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Doxercalciferol Capsules may be taken with or without food.


• Doxercalciferol Capsules comes with an additional patient leaflet. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Doxercalciferol Capsules refilled.


• Take Doxercalciferol Capsules regularly to receive the most benefit from it.


• Do not take antacids containing magnesium while taking Doxercalciferol Capsules.


• If you miss a dose of Doxercalciferol Capsules, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Doxercalciferol Capsules.

Important safety information:

• Doxercalciferol Capsules may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Doxercalciferol Capsules. Using Doxercalciferol Capsules alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.


• Check with your doctor before taking any medicine, including vitamins, containing vitamin D while you are taking Doxercalciferol Capsules.


• Be sure to follow the diet and exercise program prescribed by your health care provider.


• LAB TESTS, including calcium, phosphate, alkaline phosphate, and parathyroid hormone blood levels or urine calcium levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Doxercalciferol Capsules is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Doxercalciferol Capsules during pregnancy. It is unknown if Doxercalciferol Capsules is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Doxercalciferol Capsules.

Possible side effects of Doxercalciferol Capsules:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abscess; difficulty sleeping; general body discomfort; indigestion; joint pain; weight gain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excessive thirst; excessive urination; headache; irregular heartbeat; itching; loss of appetite; metallic taste; muscle or bone pain; nausea; seizures; slow heartbeat; swelling; vomiting; weakness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Doxercalciferol side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include aches; constipation; depression; diarrhea; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; irregular heartbeat; loss of appetite; metallic taste; nausea; ringing in the ears; seizures; stiffness; vomiting; weakness; weight loss.

Proper storage of Doxercalciferol Capsules:

Store Doxercalciferol Capsules at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Keep Doxercalciferol Capsules out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Doxercalciferol Capsules, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Doxercalciferol Capsules is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Doxercalciferol Capsules. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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• Doxercalciferol Drug Interactions
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Tobi

In the US, Tobi (tobramycin systemic) is a member of the following drug classes: aminoglycosides, inhaled anti-infectives and is used to treat Bacteremia, Bacterial Infection, Bone infection, Burns - External, Cystic Fibrosis, Endocarditis, Febrile Neutropenia, Intraabdominal Infection, Kidney Infections, Meningitis, Peritonitis, Pneumonia, Rabbit Fever, Sepsis, Shunt Infection and Skin Infection.

US matches:

• Tobi Solution


• Tobi inhalation


• Tobi

UK matches:

• Tobi 300 mg/5 ml Nebuliser Solution (Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd) (SPC)

Ingredient matches for Tobi

Tobramycin

Tobramycin is reported as an ingredient of Tobi in the following countries:

• Argentina


• Austria


• Belgium


• Bulgaria


• Czech Republic


• Denmark


• Finland


• France


• Germany


• Greece


• Hungary


• Ireland


• Israel


• Italy


• Luxembourg


• Mexico


• Netherlands


• New Zealand


• Norway


• Portugal


• Romania


• Slovakia


• South Africa


• Spain


• Sweden


• Switzerland


• United Kingdom


• United States

Tobramycin sulfate (a derivative of Tobramycin) is reported as an ingredient of Tobi in the following countries:

• Bangladesh


• Canada


• Poland

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SPC	Summary of Product Characteristics (UK)

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Triderm

Generic Name: triamcinolone topical (trye am SIN oh lone)

Brand Names: Cinolar, Kenalog, Oralone, Pediaderm TA, Triamcinolone Acetonide in Absorbase, Trianex, Triderm

What is Triderm (triamcinolone topical)?

Triamcinolone is a topical steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.

Triamcinolone topical is used to treat the inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis. The dental paste form of triamcinolone is used to treat mouth ulcers.

Triamcinolone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Triderm (triamcinolone topical)?

Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.

Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor has told you to. If you are treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers. Covering the skin that is treated with triamcinolone topical can increase the amount of the drug your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Avoid using this medication on your face, near your eyes, or on body areas where you have skin folds or thin skin.

Do not use this medication on a child without a doctor's advice. Children are more sensitive to the effects of triamcinolone topical.

Triamcinolone topical will not treat a bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection.

Contact your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it gets worse after using this medication for several days.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Triderm (triamcinolone topical)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to triamcinolone.

To make sure you can safely use triamcinolone topical, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

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  a stomach ulcer.

  
  

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether triamcinolone topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication. It is not known whether triamcinolone topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not use this medication on a child without a doctor's advice. Children are more sensitive to the effects of triamcinolone topical.

How should I use Triderm (triamcinolone topical)?

Use exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Triamcinolone topical will not treat a bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection.

Wash your hands before and after each application, unless you are using triamcinolone topical to treat a hand condition.

Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin.

Avoid using this medication on your face, near your eyes or mouth, or on body areas where you have skin folds or thin skin.

If you are using the dental paste, apply the medication in a thin layer, just enough to cover the mouth ulcer. The paste may stick better if you dry the mouth ulcer before applying the medication.

Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor has told you to. If you are treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers. Covering the skin that is treated with triamcinolone topical can increase the amount of the drug your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions. Contact your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it gets worse after using this medication for several days. It is important to use triamcinolone topical regularly to get the most benefit. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222, especially if anyone has accidentally swallowed this medicine. An overdose of triamcinolone topical applied to the skin is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using Triderm (triamcinolone topical)?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water. Do not use triamcinolone topical on sunburned, windburned, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using this medication in open wounds.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps or skin cleansers, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with triamcinolone topical unless you doctor tells you to.

Triderm (triamcinolone topical) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these signs that you may be absorbing triamcinolone topical through your skin or gums:

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  blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights;

  
  


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  uneven heartbeats;

  
  


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  mood changes;

  
  


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  sleep problems (insomnia);

  
  


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  weight gain, puffiness in your face; or

  
  


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  feeling tired.

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

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  skin redness, burning, itching, or peeling;

  
  


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  thinning of your skin; or

  
  


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  blistering skin; or

  
  


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  stretch marks.

  
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Triderm (triamcinolone topical)?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied triamcinolone topical. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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• Pediaderm TA Cream MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about triamcinolone topical.

See also: Triderm side effects (in more detail)

Half Sinemet

Half Sinemet may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Half Sinemet

Carbidopa

Carbidopa monohydrate (a derivative of Carbidopa) is reported as an ingredient of Half Sinemet in the following countries:

• United Kingdom

Levodopa

Levodopa is reported as an ingredient of Half Sinemet in the following countries:

• United Kingdom

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Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit

Pronunciation: tole-NAF-tate
Generic Name: Tolnaftate
Brand Name: Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit

Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is used for:

Reducing the discoloration of a nail that has a fungal infection and for treating or preventing certain fungal infections of the skin (eg, athlete's foot). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is a kit containing an antifungal cream and a nail revitalizing cream. The antifungal cream works by blocking the growth of fungi. This helps to relieve the burning, itching, and cracking associated with fungal infections of the skin (eg, athlete's foot). The revitalizing cream works by reducing discoloration of the nail.

Do NOT use Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit:

Some medical conditions may interact with Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit. Because little, if any, of Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.

Ask your health care provider if Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit:

Use Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is for external use only. Do not get Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit in your eyes, nose, or mouth.


• Wash the affected area with soap and water. Be sure the area is completely dry before applying Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit.


• Antifungal cream: Apply a thin layer of medicine to the affected skin twice a day or as directed by your doctor. If you are using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit for athlete's foot, make sure you apply Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit to the spaces between the toes. Do NOT use the antifungal cream to treat fungal infections of the scalp or nails. It is not effective for treating infections in those areas.


• Revitalizing cream for the nail: Apply enough cream to spread over the entire surface of the infected nails. Scrub the nail for at least 1 minute with the nail brush provided. Wash and dry the nail after using the cream.


• Wash the nail file with soap and water after each use. Do not allow others to use the nail file.


• Wash your hands immediately after using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit.


• Do not get Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit in your eyes, nose, or mouth.


• If you are using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit for athlete's foot, wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes. Change shoes and socks at least once a day.


• To clear up your infection completely, continue using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit for the full course of treatment. Do not miss any doses.


• If you miss a dose of Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit.

Important safety information:

• Be sure to use Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.


• If your symptoms do not get better within 4 weeks or if they get worse, check with your doctor.


• Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is not recommended for use in CHILDREN younger than 2 years old unless directed by a doctor; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed. Check with your doctor before using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit in a child younger than 2 years old.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with this product. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); skin irritation or pain.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit:

Store Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Dr. Scholl's Fungal Nail Management Kit Cream Kit. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Dibekacin Sulphate

Dibekacin Sulphate may be available in the countries listed below.

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Dibekacin

Dibekacin Sulphate (BANM) is also known as Dibekacin (Rec.INN)

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BANM	British Approved Name (Modified)
Rec.INN	Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)

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Marbocyl S

Marbocyl S may be available in the countries listed below.

In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

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Marbofloxacin

Marbofloxacin is reported as an ingredient of Marbocyl S in the following countries:

• Austria


• Belgium


• Netherlands

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