Vicks Tosse Sedativo may be available in the countries listed below.
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide (a derivative of Dextromethorphan) is reported as an ingredient of Vicks Tosse Sedativo in the following countries:
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In the US, Daytrana (methylphenidate systemic) is a member of the drug class CNS stimulants and is used to treat ADHD.
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Methylphenidate is reported as an ingredient of Daytrana in the following countries:
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Laktulose SAD may be available in the countries listed below.
Lactulose is reported as an ingredient of Laktulose SAD in the following countries:
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AlfuHexal may be available in the countries listed below.
Alfuzosin hydrochloride (a derivative of Alfuzosin) is reported as an ingredient of AlfuHexal in the following countries:
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Vivafeks may be available in the countries listed below.
Fexofenadine hydrochloride (a derivative of Fexofenadine) is reported as an ingredient of Vivafeks in the following countries:
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Amdopin may be available in the countries listed below.
Amlodipine is reported as an ingredient of Amdopin in the following countries:
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Generic Name: chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan (klor feh NEER a meen and DEX troe meh THOR fan)
Brand Names: Coricidin HBP Cough & Cold, Dimetapp Long Acting Cough Plus Cold, Robitussin Cough & Cold Long-Acting, Scot-Tussin Sugar Free DM, Triaminic Cough & Runny Nose, Triaminic Cough & Runny Nose Softchews, Triaminic Night Time Cough & Runny Nose, Tricodene Sugar Free
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.
The combination of chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan is used to treat sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny nose, and cough caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
Chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
glaucoma;
kidney disease;
diabetes;
glaucoma;
heart disease or high blood pressure;
thyroid disease;
emphysema or chronic bronchitis;
an enlarged prostate; or
problems with urination.
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan.
Artificially-sweetened liquid forms of this medicine may contain phenylalanine. This would be important to know if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). Check the ingredients and warnings on the medication label if you are concerned about phenylalanine.
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 use it for longer than recommended. Cold medicine is usually taken for only a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Measure the liquid form of this medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with allergy skin tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are taking an antihistamine.
If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time if you have taken a cold medicine within the past few days.
Since cough or cold medicine is usually taken only as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include feeling restless or nervous, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, warmth or tingly feeling, or seizure (convulsions).
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather.
Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor's advice. Taking a stimulant together with cough or cold medicine can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.
fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;
slow, shallow breathing;
severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;
confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
urinating less than usual or not at all; or
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms.
Less serious side effects may include:
dry mouth;
nausea, stomach pain, constipation;
blurred vision;
dizziness, drowsiness;
problems with memory or concentration;
ringing in your ears; or
restlessness or excitability (especially in children).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
a diuretic (water pill), or blood pressure medication;
medication to treat irritable bowel syndrome;
bladder or urinary medications such as oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol) or tolterodine (Detrol);
aspirin or salicylates (such as Disalcid, Doan's Pills, Dolobid, Salflex, Tricosal, and others); or
antidepressant medications such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Etrafon), bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), others.
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
Meloxx may be available in the countries listed below.
Meloxicam is reported as an ingredient of Meloxx in the following countries:
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Generic Name: guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine (gwye FEN e sin, SOO doe ee FED rin)
Brand Names: Altarussin PE, Ambifed, Ambifed-G, Biotuss PE, Congestac, D-Feda II, Despec-SR, Dynex, Entex PSE, ExeFen, ExeFen-IR, Guiatex II SR, Levall G, Maxifed, Maxifed-G, Medent LD, Medent-LDI, Mucinex D, Mucinex D Max Strength, Nasabid SR, Nasatab LA, Nomuc-PE, Poly-Vent, Poly-Vent IR, Poly-Vent, Jr., Pseudatex, Pseudo GG, Pseudo GG TR, Pseudo Max, Q-Tussin PE, Respaire-120 SR, Respaire-30, Respaire-60 SR, Robitussin PE, Robitussin Severe Congestion, Ru-Tuss Jr., Sinutab Non Drying, Stamoist E, SudaTex-G, Tenar PSE, Touro LA, Touro LA-LD, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, We Mist II LA, We Mist LA
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
The combination of guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine is used to treat stuffy nose, sinus congestion, and cough caused by allergies or the common cold.
Guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have:
heart disease or high blood pressure;
diabetes; or
a thyroid disorder.
Artificially sweetened liquid cough or cold medicine may contain phenylalanine. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU), check the medication label to see if the product contains phenylalanine.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cough and cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time if you have taken a cough or cold medicine within the past few days.
Since cough or cold medicine is taken when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and feeling restless or nervous.
Avoid taking this medication if you also take diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications). Taking a stimulant together with a decongestant can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.
fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;
severe dizziness, anxiety, or nervousness;
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or
increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure).
Less serious side effects may include:
dizziness or headache;
feeling restless or excited;
sleep problems (insomnia);
mild nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset;
mild loss of appetite;
warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin; or
skin rash or itching.
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.
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
methyldopa (Aldomet);
blood pressure medications;
a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others; or
an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil), clomipramine (Anafranil), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine. 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.
See also: Robitussin Severe Congestion side effects (in more detail)
Ciloslet may be available in the countries listed below.
Cilostazol is reported as an ingredient of Ciloslet in the following countries:
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Awegal may be available in the countries listed below.
Flupirtine D-gluconate (a derivative of Flupirtine) is reported as an ingredient of Awegal in the following countries:
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Luar-G may be available in the countries listed below.
Scopolamine butylbromide (a derivative of Scopolamine) is reported as an ingredient of Luar-G in the following countries:
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Dantrolene Capsules may cause serious, even fatal, liver problems, especially when used in larger amounts (800 mg/day or more). This side effect has occurred even in people who have taken Dantrolene Capsules for a short period of time. The risk appears to be greater in women, people older than 35 years of age, people between their 3rd and 12th month of taking Dantrolene Capsules, and people using other medicines at the same time. Lab tests, such as liver function tests, will be performed to check for side effects. Promptly notify your doctor if you have signs of liver problems, such as yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, severe stomach or abdominal pain, or unusual fatigue.
Treating spasms (spasticity) caused by nerve disorders, such as stroke, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, or multiple sclerosis. It may be used prevent or reduce the risk of severe high body temperature (malignant hyperthermia) in certain patients before surgery or anesthesia. It may be used after an episode of severe high body temperature to prevent future episodes. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Dantrolene Capsules is a muscle relaxant. It works by interfering with the release of certain substances that are needed by the muscles for contraction, or by restoring a healthy level of calcium in the muscles, which helps to prevent or reduce severe high body temperature.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Dantrolene Capsules. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dantrolene Capsules. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dantrolene 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.
Use Dantrolene Capsules as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dantrolene 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:
Diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; general body discomfort; nausea; sensitivity to sunlight; unusual tiredness; vision changes; weakness.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood in the urine; bloody or black, tarry stools; chest pain; coffee ground-like vomit; confusion; dark urine; depression; difficulty urinating; fast heartbeat; fever or chills; seizures; severe or persistent diarrhea; severe stomach or abdominal pain; shortness of breath; unusual tiredness; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
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: Dantrolene side effects (in more detail)
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Store at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from light, heat, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Dantrolene Capsules out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Dantrolene 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.
