Winpain may be available in the countries listed below.
Tramadol hydrochloride (a derivative of Tramadol) is reported as an ingredient of Winpain in the following countries:
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Ritrocel may be available in the countries listed below.
Methylphenidate hydrochloride (a derivative of Methylphenidate) is reported as an ingredient of Ritrocel in the following countries:
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Antigrippine Ibuprofen may be available in the countries listed below.
Ibuprofen is reported as an ingredient of Antigrippine Ibuprofen in the following countries:
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Prometrium is a brand name of progesterone, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Prometrium available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Prometrium. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Prometrium.
Ocuflox is a brand name of ofloxacin ophthalmic, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
Yes. The following products are equivalent to Ocuflox:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Ocuflox. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Ocuflox.
Generic Name: acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine (a SEET a MIN oh fen, KAF een, dye HYE droe KOE deen)
Brand Names: Panlor SS, Trezix, Zerlor
Dihydrocodeine a narcotic pain reliever.
Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of dihydrocodeine.
Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow.
The combination of acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine is used to relieve moderate to severe pain.
Acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.
To make sure you can safely take this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
sleep apnea or other breathing disorders;
liver or kidney disease;
a history of head injury or brain tumor;
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
low blood pressure;
a stomach or intestinal disorder;
underactive thyroid;
a pancreas disorder;
Addison's disease or other adrenal gland disorder;
enlarged prostate, urination problems;
curvature of the spine;
mental illness; or
a history of drug or alcohol addiction.
Take exactly as prescribed. Never take acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine in larger amounts, or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Tell your doctor if the medicine seems to stop working as well in relieving your pain.
Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.
Since acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine is taken 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. 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.
The first signs of an acetaminophen overdose include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, and confusion or weakness. Later symptoms may include pain in your upper stomach, dark urine, and yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.
Overdose symptoms may also include extreme drowsiness or insomnia, restless feeling, tremors, fast heart rate, pinpoint pupils, fainting, weak pulse, seizure (convulsions), coma, blue lips, shallow breathing, or no breathing.
While you are taking this medication, avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor's advice.
shallow breathing, slow heartbeat;
fast or pounding heart rate, feeling light-headed, fainting;
confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
muscle twitching;
problems with urination;
easy bruising or bleeding; or
nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Less serious side effects include:
feeling dizzy or drowsy, shaky or agitated;
mild nausea, vomiting, upset stomach; constipation, diarrhea;
mood changes, sleep problems (insomnia);
sweating, urinating more than usual;
ringing in your ears, blurred vision; or
dry mouth.
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:
ciprofloxacin (Cipro);
atropine (Donnatal, and others), benztropine (Cogentin), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), glycopyrrolate (Robinul), isoniazid, mepenzolate (Cantil), methscopolamine (Pamine), or scopolamine (Transderm-Scop);
bladder or urinary medications such as oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol), tolterodine (Detrol), or solifenacin (Vesicare);
a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven);
a bronchodilator such as ipratropium (Atrovent) or tiotropium (Spiriva);
irritable bowel medications such as dicyclomine (Bentyl), hyoscyamine (Anaspaz, Levsin, and others), or propantheline (Pro-Banthine);
seizure medicine such as carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol) or phenytoin (Dilantin); or
an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate).
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine. 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: Zerlor side effects (in more detail)
Iopimax may be available in the countries listed below.
Apraclonidine hydrochloride (a derivative of Apraclonidine) is reported as an ingredient of Iopimax in the following countries:
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Precedex is a brand name of dexmedetomidine, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Precedex available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Precedex. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.
Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.
Plendil is a brand name of felodipine, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
Yes. The following products are equivalent to Plendil:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Plendil. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Plendil.
Prevpac is a brand name of amoxicillin/clarithromycin/lansoprazole, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Prevpac available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Prevpac. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Prevpac.
Midamor is a brand name of amiloride, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
Yes. The following products are equivalent to Midamor:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Midamor. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Midamor.
Prinzide is a brand name of hydrochlorothiazide/lisinopril, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
Yes. The following products are equivalent to Prinzide:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Prinzide. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Prinzide.
Multihance is a brand name of gadobenate dimeglumine, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Multihance available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Multihance. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.
Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.
Generic Name: hypromellose (Ophthalmic route)
hye-PROE-me-lose
In the U.S.
Available Dosage Forms:
Therapeutic Class: Surgical Aid, Ocular
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose belongs to the group of medicines known as artificial tears. It is used to relieve dryness and irritation caused by reduced tear flow. It helps prevent damage to the eye in certain eye diseases. Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose may also be used to moisten hard contact lenses and artificial eyes. In addition, it may be used in certain eye examinations.
Some of these preparations are available only with your doctor's prescription.
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Although there is no specific information comparing use of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in children with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in children than it does in adults.
Many medicine have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults. Although there is no specific information comparing use of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose in the elderly with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | C | Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women. |
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain hypromellose. It may not be specific to Tears Again Mc. Please read with care.
To use:
For patients wearing hard contact lenses:
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
If you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if your symptoms continue for more than 3 days or become worse, check with your doctor.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Pexeva is a brand name of paroxetine, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Pexeva available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Pexeva. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.
Homoclicin may be available in the countries listed below.
Homochlorcyclizine dihydrochloride (a derivative of Homochlorcyclizine) is reported as an ingredient of Homoclicin in the following countries:
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Erythromycine may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Erythromycin is reported as an ingredient of Erythromycine in the following countries:
Erythromycin lactobionate (a derivative of Erythromycin) is reported as an ingredient of Erythromycine in the following countries:
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Precose is a brand name of acarbose, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
Yes. The following products are equivalent to Precose:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Precose. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Precose.
See also: Generic Mirapex
Mirapex ER is a brand name of pramipexole, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Mirapex ER available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Mirapex ER. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.
Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.
Ebastin Aristo may be available in the countries listed below.
Ebastine is reported as an ingredient of Ebastin Aristo in the following countries:
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Synthomanet may be available in the countries listed below.
Ranitidine hydrochloride (a derivative of Ranitidine) is reported as an ingredient of Synthomanet in the following countries:
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Sertralin STADA may be available in the countries listed below.
Sertraline hydrochloride (a derivative of Sertraline) is reported as an ingredient of Sertralin STADA in the following countries:
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Wick Husten-Löser Sirup may be available in the countries listed below.
Guaifenesin is reported as an ingredient of Wick Husten-Löser Sirup in the following countries:
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In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Oxytetracycline is reported as an ingredient of Maxim in the following countries:
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Generic Name: pseudoephedrine (SOO doe ee FED rin)
Brand Names: Chlor Trimeton Nasal Decongestant, Contac Cold, Drixoral Decongestant Non-Drowsy, Elixsure Decongestant, Entex, Genaphed, Kid Kare Drops, Nasofed, Seudotabs, Silfedrine, Sudafed, Sudafed 12-Hour, Sudafed 24-Hour, Sudafed Children's Nasal Decongestant, Sudodrin, SudoGest, SudoGest 12 Hour, Suphedrin, Triaminic Softchews Allergy Congestion, Unifed
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.
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 pseudoephedrine if you have:
heart disease or high blood pressure;
diabetes; or
a thyroid disorder.
Artificially sweetened liquid 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. Cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Since pseudoephedrine is taken 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. 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 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 or anxiety;
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or
dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, ringing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, trouble breathing, uneven heart rate, seizure).
Less serious side effects may include:
loss of appetite;
warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin;
feeling restless or excited (especially in children);
sleep problems (insomnia); 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:
blood pressure medications;
a beta blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Dutoprol, Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others; or
an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip, Limbitrol), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with 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: Seudotabs side effects (in more detail)
Weidos may be available in the countries listed below.
Ranitidine is reported as an ingredient of Weidos in the following countries:
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Dicillin may be available in the countries listed below.
Dicloxacillin sodium salt (a derivative of Dicloxacillin) is reported as an ingredient of Dicillin in the following countries:
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Intron Redipen may be available in the countries listed below.
Interferon alfa Interferon alfa-2b (Arg-23; His-34) (a derivative of Interferon alfa) is reported as an ingredient of Intron Redipen in the following countries:
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Movasin may be available in the countries listed below.
Meloxicam is reported as an ingredient of Movasin in the following countries:
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Warin may be available in the countries listed below.
Warfarin sodium salt (a derivative of Warfarin) is reported as an ingredient of Warin in the following countries:
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Witamina C may be available in the countries listed below.
Ascorbic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Witamina C in the following countries:
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Tamsulosina Fidia may be available in the countries listed below.
Tamsulosin hydrochloride (a derivative of Tamsulosin) is reported as an ingredient of Tamsulosina Fidia in the following countries:
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Generic Name: fondaparinux (Subcutaneous route)
fon-da-PAR-in-ux
Epidural or spinal hematomas, which may result in long-term or permanent paralysis, may occur in patients who are anticoagulated with low molecular weight heparins, heparinoids, or fondaparinux sodium and are receiving neuraxial anesthesia or undergoing spinal puncture. Factors that can increase the risk of developing these hematomas include: use of indwelling epidural catheters, concomitant use of drugs affecting hemostasis such as NSAIDs, platelet inhibitors, or other anticoagulants, or history of traumatic or repeated epidural or spinal puncture, spinal deformity, or spinal surgery. Monitor patients frequently for neurological impairment. If neurological compromise is noted, urgent treatment is necessary. Consider risks/benefits before neuraxial intervention in patients anticoagulated or to be anticoagulated for thromboprophylaxis .
In the U.S.
Available Dosage Forms:
Therapeutic Class: Anticoagulant
Pharmacologic Class: Factor Xa Inhibitor
Fondaparinux is used to prevent deep vein thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. These blood clots can travel to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels of the lungs, causing a condition called pulmonary embolism. This medicine is used for several days after hip fracture surgery, hip or knee replacement surgery, and in some cases following abdominal surgery, while you are unable to walk. It is during this time that blood clots are most likely to form.
Fondaparinux is also used together with warfarin to treat acute deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the leg) and pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the lung).
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of fondaparinux in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fondaparinux in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have bleeding problems and age-related kidney disease, which may require caution or an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving fondaparinux.
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | B | Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus. |
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin, usually in the abdomen.
This medicine comes with a patient information insert. Read and follow the instructions in the insert carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
If you are using fondaparinux at home, your doctor will teach you how to inject yourself with the medicine. Be sure to follow the directions carefully. Check with your doctor if you have any problems using the medicine.
You will be shown the body areas where this shot can be given. Use a different body area each time you give yourself a shot. Keep track of where you give each shot to make sure you rotate body areas. This will help prevent skin problems from the injections.
If the medicine in the prefilled syringe has changed color, or if you see particles in it, do not use it.
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Throw away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through. Keep this container away from children and pets.
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly. Blood tests will be needed to check for unwanted effects. Be sure to keep all appointments.
Fondaparinux may cause bleeding problems. This risk is higher if you have a catheter in your back for pain medicine or anesthesia (sometimes called an "epidural"), or if you have kidney problems. The risk of bleeding increases if your kidney problems get worse. Check with your doctor right away if you have any unusual bleeding or bruising; black, tarry stools; bleeding gums; blood in the urine or stools; tingling, numbness, or weakness of the lower legs; or pinpoint red spots on your skin.
You may bleed or bruise more easily while you are using this medicine. Stay away from rough sports or other situations where you could be bruised, cut, or injured. Be careful when using sharp objects, including razors and fingernail clippers. Avoid nose picking and forceful nose blowing.
Be careful when using a regular toothbrush, dental floss, or toothpick. Your medical doctor, dentist, or nurse may recommend other ways to clean your teeth and gums. Check with your medical doctor before having any dental work done.
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using fondaparinux several days before having surgery or medical tests.
Also, tell your doctor if you have received fondaparinux or heparin before and had a reaction called thrombocytopenia (low platelet count in the blood), or if new blood clots formed while you were receiving the medicine.
The needle guard of the prefilled syringe of this medicine contains dry natural latex rubber. Tell your doctor if you have any allergies with latex or rubber.
Check with your doctor before you start or stop taking any other medicine, or change the amount you are taking. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines, and herbal or vitamin supplements. Many medicines change the way this medicine affects your body.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Arixtra side effects (in more detail)
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