Bio-Cef

Generic Name: cephalexin (Oral route)

sef-a-LEX-in

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Bio-Cef


• Keflex


• Panixine DisperDose

In Canada

• Novo-Lexin

Available Dosage Forms:

• Tablet


• Capsule


• Tablet for Suspension


• Powder for Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic

Pharmacologic Class: 1st Generation Cephalosporin

Uses For Bio-Cef

Cephalexin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Bio-Cef

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:

Allergies

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.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of cephalexin in children.

Geriatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of cephalexin in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving cephalexin.

Pregnancy

	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.

Breast Feeding

Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

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 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.

• Cholestyramine


• Metformin

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

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.

Other Medical Problems

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:

• Colitis (inflammation in gut), history of or


• Diarrhea, severe, history of—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Kidney disease—Use with caution. Effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body.

Proper Use of cephalexin

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain cephalexin. It may not be specific to Bio-Cef. Please read with care.

Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.

Shake the oral liquid well before each use. Measure the medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. The average household teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid.

Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time, even if you feel better after the first few doses. Your infection may not clear up if you stop using the medicine too soon.

Dosing

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.

• For oral dosage forms (capsules or suspension):
  
  • For infections:
    
    • Adults and teenagers—The dose is 1000 to 4000 milligrams (mg) per day, taken in divided doses.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor. Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The dose is usually 25 to 100 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) per day, taken in divided doses.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

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.

Storage

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.

Store the capsules in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Store the oral liquid in the refrigerator. Throw away any unused medicine after 14 days.

Precautions While Using Bio-Cef

If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Cephalexin may cause diarrhea, and in some cases it can be severe. Do not take any medicine or give medicine to your child to treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. Diarrhea medicines may make the diarrhea worse or make it last longer. If you have any questions about this or if mild diarrhea continues or gets worse, check with your doctor.

Before you or your child have any medical tests, tell the medical doctor in charge that you are using this medicine. The results of some tests may be affected by this medicine.

Bio-Cef Side Effects

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:

More common

• Diarrhea

Rare

• Abdominal or stomach pain


• blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin


• chills


• clay-colored stools


• cough


• dark urine


• diarrhea


• dizziness


• fever


• general tiredness and weakness


• headache


• itching


• joint or muscle pain


• light-colored stools


• loss of appetite


• nausea and vomiting


• rash


• red skin lesions, often with a purple center


• red, irritated eyes


• sore throat


• sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips


• unpleasant breath odor


• unusual tiredness or weakness


• upper right abdominal or stomach pain


• vomiting of blood


• yellow eyes or skin

Incidence not known

• Abdominal or stomach cramps or tenderness


• back or leg pains


• black, tarry stools


• bleeding gums


• bloating


• blood in the urine or stools


• chest pain


• coughing up blood


• diarrhea, watery and severe, which may also be bloody


• difficulty with breathing or swallowing


• fast heartbeat


• general body swelling


• hives


• increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding


• increased thirst


• large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs


• loss of appetite


• nosebleeds


• pain


• painful or difficult urination


• pale skin


• paralysis


• pinpoint red spots on the skin


• prolonged bleeding from cuts


• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue


• red or black, tarry stools


• red or dark brown urine


• shortness of breath


• swollen or painful glands


• tightness in the chest


• unusual bleeding or bruising


• unusual weight loss


• watery or bloody diarrhea


• wheezing

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:

Incidence not known

• Acid or sour stomach


• anxiety


• belching


• burning feeling in the chest or stomach


• difficulty with moving


• dry mouth


• heartburn


• hives or welts


• hyperventilation


• indigestion


• irregular heartbeats


• irritability


• itching of the vagina or genital area


• muscle pain or stiffness


• nervousness


• pain during sexual intercourse


• pain, swelling, or redness in the joints


• redness of the skin


• restlessness


• seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there


• shaking


• stomach upset


• trouble with sleeping


• white or brownish vaginal discharge

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: Bio-Cef side effects (in more detail)

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Omnitrope

Generic Name: somatropin (soe ma TROE pin)

Brand Names: Genotropin, Genotropin Miniquick, Humatrope, Norditropin, Norditropin Cartridge, Norditropin FlexPro Pen, Norditropin Nordiflex Pen, Nutropin, Nutropin AQ, Omnitrope, Saizen, Serostim, Tev-tropin, Zorbtive

What is somatropin?

Somatropin is a form of human growth hormone. Human growth hormone is important in the body for the growth of bones and muscles.

Somatropin is used to treat growth failure in children and adults who lack natural growth hormone, and in those with chronic kidney failure, Noonan syndrome, Turner syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, short stature at birth with no catch-up growth, and other causes. Somatropin is also used to prevent severe weight loss in people with AIDS, or to treat short bowel syndrome.

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

What is the most important information I should know about somatropin?

Before you receive somatropin, tell your doctor about all your past and present medical conditions, especially allergies, trauma, surgery, diabetes, cancer, breathing problems, liver or kidney disease, scoliosis, high blood pressure, pancreas disorder, underactive thyroid, or a brain tumor.

Also tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially steroids or diabetes medications. Your dosages of these medicines may need to be changed when you start using somatropin. Do not stop using a steroid suddenly or change any of your medication doses without your doctor's advice.

If you have Prader-Willi syndrome and are using somatropin, call your doctor promptly if you develop signs of lung or breathing problems such as shortness of breath, coughing, or new or increased snoring.

Call your doctor at once if you have sudden and severe pain in your upper stomach with nausea and vomiting, fast heartbeat, increased thirst or urination, weight loss, or vision changes and sudden, severe pain behind your eyes.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using somatropin?

Before you receive somatropin, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a growth hormone medicine, or to drug preservatives such as benzyl alcohol, metacresol or glycerin. You should not use this medication if you are allergic to somatropin, or if you have:

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  diabetic retinopathy (a serious eye condition caused by diabetes);

  
  


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  cancer; or

  
  


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  Prader-Willi syndrome and are also overweight or have sleep apnea or severe respiratory (lung) problems.

  
  

You should also not use somatropin if you have a serious medical condition after having:

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  open heart surgery or stomach surgery;

  
  


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  trauma or other medical emergency; or

  
  


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  breathing problems (such as lung failure).

  
  

To make sure you can safely take somatropin, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

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  liver disease;

  
  


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  kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);

  
  


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  diabetes;

  
  


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  a pituitary gland disorder;

  
  


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  scoliosis;

  
  


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  high blood pressure (hypertension);

  
  


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  a pancreas disorder (especially in children);

  
  


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  a history of cancer;

  
  


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  carpal tunnel syndrome;

  
  


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  underactive thyroid; or

  
  


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  a brain tumor or lesion.

  
  

FDA pregnancy category B. Some brands of somatropin are not expected to harm an unborn baby, including Genotropin, Omnitrope, Saizen, Serostim, and Zorbtive. FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether certain other brands of somatropin will harm an unborn baby, including Humatrope, Norditropin, Nutropin, and Tev-tropin. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication. It is not known whether somatropin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use somatropin without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use somatropin?

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.

Your dose and brand of somatropin, and how often you give it will depend on what you are being treated for. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Somatropin is injected into a muscle or under the skin. You may be shown how to use injections at home. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.

Use a different place on your body each time you give the injection. Your care provider will show you the best places on your body to inject the medication. Do not inject into the same place two times in a row. Do not inject this medicine into skin or muscle that is red, sore, infected, or injured.

Do not shake the medication bottle or you may ruin the medicine. When mixing somatropin with a diluent (liquid), use a gentle swirling motion. Do not use the medication if it has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your doctor for a new prescription.

Use a disposable needle only once. Throw away used needles in a puncture-proof container (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Keep this container out of the reach of children and pets.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition and not causing harm, your blood and growth progress will need to be tested often. Your eyes may also need to be checked. Visit your doctor regularly.

If you are being treated for short bowel syndrome, follow the diet plan created for you by your doctor or nutrition counselor to help control your condition. Somatropin is not a cure for short bowel syndrome.

If you use a form of somatropin that comes in a cartridge for use with an injection pen, use only the pen injection system provided with the somatropin brand you use.

How you store this medicine will depend on what brand you are using and what diluent you are mixing somatropin with. After mixing somatropin, you may need to use it right away or you may be able to store it for later use. Read and carefully follow the instructions provided with your medicine about proper storage of somatropin before and after it has been mixed. Ask your pharmacist if you have any questions about proper storage of your medication.

Throw away any somatropin left over after the expiration date on the label has passed.

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.

Call your doctor if you miss more than 3 doses in a row.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Overdose can cause tremors or shaking, cold sweats, increased hunger, headache, drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, fast heartbeat, and nausea. Long-term overdose may cause excessive growth.

What should I avoid while using somatropin?

If you use Zorbtive to treat short bowel syndrome, avoid drinking fruit juices or soda beverages. Follow the instructions of your doctor or nutrition counselor about what types of liquids you should drink while using Zorbtive.

Avoid drinking alcohol if you have short bowel syndrome. Alcohol can irritate your stomach and could make your condition worse.

Somatropin side effects

If you have Prader-Willi syndrome, call your doctor promptly if you develop signs of lung or breathing problems such as shortness of breath, coughing, or new or increased snoring. Rare cases of serious breathing problems have occurred in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome who use somatropin.

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. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

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  severe pain in your upper stomach spreading to your back, nausea and vomiting, fast heart rate;

  
  


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  increased thirst, increased urination, hunger, dry mouth, fruity breath odor, drowsiness, dry skin, blurred vision, and weight loss;

  
  


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  sudden and severe pain behind your eyes, vision changes;

  
  


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  swelling in your head, face, hands, or feet; or

  
  


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  numbness or tingling in your wrist, hand, or fingers.

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

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  headache, feeling tired;

  
  


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  redness, soreness, swelling, rash, itching, pain, or bruising where the medicine was injected;

  
  


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  pain in your arms or legs, joint stiffness or pain;

  
  


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  muscle pain; or

  
  


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  cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat.

  
  

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 somatropin?

Before using somatropin, tell your doctor if you use insulin or take oral (by mouth) medicine to treat diabetes. Somatropin may affect blood sugar levels and you may need to adjust your dose of the diabetes medication. Do not change the dose of your diabetes medication without your doctor's advice.

Tell your doctor if you use any type of steroid medicine such as cortisone, dexamethasone, methylprednisolone, prednisone, and others. Steroids can make somatropin less effective and your doses may need to be adjusted. Do not stop using a steroid suddenly. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially cyclosporine (Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune), seizure medication, birth control pills, anabolic steroids, or hormone replacement medications for men or women.

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with somatropin. 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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• Serostim Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Serostim MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Tev-Tropin Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Tev-Tropin MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Zorbtive Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Zorbtive Consumer Overview


• Zorbtive MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about somatropin.

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Beta-Val Cream

Pronunciation: bay-ta-METH-a-sone VAL-eh-rate
Generic Name: Betamethasone Valerate
Brand Name: Beta-Val

Beta-Val Cream is used for:

Reducing itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions.

Beta-Val Cream is a topical corticosteroid. It works by depressing the formation, release, and activity of different cells and chemicals that cause swelling, redness, and itching.

Do NOT use Beta-Val Cream if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Beta-Val Cream

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

Before using Beta-Val Cream:

Some medical conditions may interact with Beta-Val Cream. 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 thinning of the skin, a skin infection, tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, shingles, measles, or a positive TB skin test, or have recently been vaccinated

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Beta-Val Cream. Because little, if any, of Beta-Val Cream is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.

Ask your health care provider if Beta-Val Cream 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 Beta-Val Cream:

Use Beta-Val Cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Do not mix Beta-Val Cream with other medications.


• Apply a small amount of medicine to the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed. Wash your hands after applying Beta-Val Cream, unless your hands are part of the treated area.


• Do not cover the areas being treated with bandages or other dressings unless advised to do so by your doctor.


• If you miss a dose of Beta-Val Cream, 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. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Beta-Val Cream.

Important safety information:

• Avoid long-term use, especially near the eyes, on the face, on the genital and rectal areas, and in skin folds.


• Beta-Val Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes or eyelids. If you get Beta-Val Cream in your eyes, immediately flush with cool tap water.


• Do not use Beta-Val Cream for other skin conditions at a later time.


• If Beta-Val Cream was prescribed to treat the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.


• Beta-Val Cream should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.


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

Possible side effects of Beta-Val Cream:

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:

Acne; cracking and stinging of the skin; dryness; excessive hair growth; inflamed hair follicles; itching; skin irritation.

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); itching, burning, redness, or swelling not present before the use of Beta-Val Cream; secondary infection; skin thinning and discoloration.

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: Beta-Val 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 ( http://www.aapcc.org), or emergency room immediately. Beta-Val Cream may be harmful if swallowed.

Proper storage of Beta-Val Cream:

Store Beta-Val Cream at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Beta-Val Cream out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Beta-Val Cream, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Beta-Val Cream 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 Beta-Val Cream. 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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Dual Action Complete

famotidine, calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide

Dosage Form: tablet, chewable
Kroger Co. Dual Action Complete Chewable Tablets Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each chewable tablet)

Famotidine 10 mg

Calcium carbonate 800 mg

Magnesium hydroxide 165 mg

Purpose

Acid reducer

Antacid

Uses

relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach

Warnings

Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to famotidine or other acid reducers

Do not use

• if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.


• with other acid reducers

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition.


• heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating, or dizziness


• chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness


• frequent chest pain


• frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn


• unexplained weight loss


• nausea or vomiting


• stomach pain

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

presently taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• your heartburn continues or worsens


• you need to take this product for more than 14 days

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

• adults and children 12 years and over:


• do not swallow tablet whole: chew completely


• to relieve symptoms, chew 1 tablet before swallowing


• do not use more than 2 chewable tablets in 24 hours


• children under 12 years: ask a doctor

Other information

• each tablet contains: calcium 320 mg; magnesium 65 mg


• Phenylketonurics: Contains Phenylalanine 2.2 mg per tablet


• read the directions and warnings before use


• read the bottle label. It contains important information.


• store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)


• protect from moisture

Inactive ingredients

aspartame, dextrates, flavor, glyceryl monostearate, lactose anhydrous, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyacrylate dispersion, polysorbate 80, povidone, pregelatinized starch, red iron oxide, sodium starch glycolate, talc

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Famotidine 10 mg/Calcium Carbonate 800 mg/Magnesium Hydroxide 165 mg Tablets

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Dual Action Complete Chewable Tablets Label

Dual Action Complete  famotidine, calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide  tablet, chewable

Product Information Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG NDC Product Code (Source) 30142-546 Route of Administration ORAL DEA Schedule

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength FAMOTIDINE (FAMOTIDINE) FAMOTIDINE 10 mg CALCIUM CARBONATE (CARBONATE ION) CALCIUM CARBONATE 800 mg MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE (MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE) MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE 165 mg

Inactive Ingredients Ingredient Name Strength No Inactive Ingredients Found

Product Characteristics Color ORANGE (PEACH WITH WHITE SPECKLES) Score no score Shape ROUND Size 18mm Flavor MINT Imprint Code L546 Contains

Packaging # NDC Package Description Multilevel Packaging 1 30142-546-63 25 TABLET In 1 BOTTLE None 2 30142-546-71 50 TABLET In 1 BOTTLE None 3 30142-546-58 40 TABLET In 1 BOTTLE None 4 30142-546-04 70 TABLET In 1 BOTTLE None

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Doans PM

Generic Name: diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate (DYE fen HYE dra meen and mag NEE ze um sa LIS a late)

Brand Names: Doans PM

What is Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate)?

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. It is often used as a sleep aid due to its common side effect of drowsiness.

Magnesium salicylate is in a class of drugs called salicylates (sa-LIS-il-ates). It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

The combination of diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate is used to treat back pain that keeps you awake during your normal sleeping hours.

Diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate)?

This medication should not be given to a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Magnesium salicylate can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome in children. You should not use this medication if you are allergic to diphenhydramine or magnesium salicylate.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have a breathing disorder, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, a thyroid disorder, glaucoma, stomach ulcer, hemophilia or other bleeding disorder, anemia, gout, enlarged prostate, urination problems, nasal polyps, or an allergy to an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Indocin, Relafen, Feldene, and others.

Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of stomach bleeding while taking magnesium salicylate. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Do not use an over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or sleep medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist. Read the label of any other medicine you are using to see if it contains diphenhydramine or another antihistamine. There are many other medicines that can interact with diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate. 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. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to diphenhydramine or magnesium salicylate.

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

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  asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;

  
  


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  heart disease or high blood pressure;

  
  


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  kidney or liver disease;

  
  


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  diabetes;

  
  


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  a thyroid disorder;

  
  


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  glaucoma;

  
  


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  stomach ulcer or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease);

  
  


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  a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia;

  
  


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  anemia (lack of red blood cells);

  
  


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  gout;

  
  


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  an enlarged prostate or problems with urination;

  
  


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  nasal polyps caused by asthma or aspirin allergy; or

  
  


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  an allergy to an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Orudis, Indocin, Lodine, Voltaren, Toradol, Mobic, Relafen, Feldene, and others.

  
  

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.

This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. This medication may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from this medication. This medication should not be given to a child or teenager who has a fever, especially if the child also has flu symptoms or chicken pox. Magnesium salicylate can cause a serious and sometimes fatal condition called Reye's syndrome in children.

How should I take Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate)?

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.

Take diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate 15 to 30 minutes before bedtime with a full glass of water. Avoid lying down for at least 15 minutes after taking the medicine.

You may take the medicine with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.

Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 10 days of using this product, or 3 days if you also have a fever.

Diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are taking diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are taking diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time. Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat, light, and moisture.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since this medication is usually taken only at bedtime as needed, you are not likely to be on a daily dosing schedule. If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, wait until you are ready for sleep to take the medication. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, diarrhea, blood in your urine, thirst, headache, buzzing in your ears, gasping for breath, confusion, hallucinations, blurred vision, or seizure (convulsions).

What should I avoid while taking Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate)?

Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate. Alcohol may increase your risk of stomach bleeding. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather.

Do not use an over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or sleep medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist. Diphenhydramine is contained in many medicines available over the counter. If you take certain products together you may accidentally take too diphenhydramine. Read the label of any other medicine you are using to see if it contains diphenhydramine or another antihistamine.

Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty 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 serious side effects:

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  black, bloody, or tarry stools;

  
  


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  coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;

  
  


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  decreased hearing;

  
  


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  wheezing or trouble breathing;

  
  


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  seizure (convulsions);

  
  


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  urinating less than usual or not at all; or

  
  


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  nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

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  dry mouth;

  
  


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  mild nausea, indigestion, heartburn;

  
  


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  ringing in your ears;

  
  


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  skin rash or itching.

  
  

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.

What other drugs will affect Doans PM (diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate)?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate.

Many drugs can interact with diphenhydramine and magnesium. Below is just a partial list. Tell your doctor if you are using:

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  methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall);

  
  


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  antacids, or sodium bicarbonate (including baking soda);

  
  


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  a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin);

  
  


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  gout medication such as probenecid (Benemid) or sulfinpyrazone (Anturane);

  
  


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  medication used to prevent blood clots, such as alteplase (Activase), clopidogrel (Plavix), dipyridamole (Persantine), urokinase (Abbokinase), and others.

  
  


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  pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine), indomethacin (Indocin), and others;

  
  


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  seizure medication such as phenytoin (Dilantin) or valproic acid (Depakene);

  
  


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  insulin or diabetes medications you take by mouth; or

  
  


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  an antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro), enoxacin (Penetrex), itraconazole (Sporanox), ketoconazole (Nizoral), norfloxacin (Noroxin), ofloxacin (Floxin), plicamycin (Mithracin), tetracycline (Ala-Tet, Sumycin), or vancomycin (Vancocin);

  
  

There are many other medicines that can interact with diphenhydramine and magnesium salicylate. 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. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

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O-Cal Prenatal

Generic Name: prenatal multivitamins (PRE nay tal VYE ta mins)

Brand Names: Advance Care Plus, Bright Beginnings, Cavan Folate, Cavan One, Cavan-Heme OB, Cenogen Ultra, CitraNatal Rx, Co Natal FA, Complete Natal DHA, Complete-RF, CompleteNate, Concept OB, Docosavit, Dualvit OB, Duet, Edge OB, Elite OB 400, Femecal OB, Folbecal, Folcaps Care One, Folivan-OB, Foltabs, Gesticare, Icar Prenatal, Icare Prenatal Rx, Inatal Advance, Infanate DHA, Kolnatal DHA, Lactocal-F, Marnatal-F, Maternity, Maxinate, Mission Prenatal, Multi-Nate 30, Multinatal Plus, Nata 29 Prenatal, Natachew, Natafort, Natelle, Neevo, Nestabs, Nexa Select with DHA, Novanatal, NovaStart, O-Cal Prenatal, OB Complete, OB Natal One, Ob-20, Obtrex DHA, OptiNate, Paire OB Plus DHA, PNV Select, PNV-Total, PR Natal 400, Pre-H-Cal, Precare, PreferaOB, Premesis Rx, PrenaCare, PrenaFirst, PrenaPlus, Prenatabs OBN, Prenatabs Rx, Prenatal 1 Plus 1, Prenatal Elite, Prenatal Multivitamins, Prenatal Plus, Prenatal S, Prenatal-U, Prenate Advanced Formula, Prenate DHA, Prenate Elite, Prenavite FC, PreNexa, PreQue 10, Previte Rx, PrimaCare, Pruet DHA, RE OB Plus DHA, Renate, RightStep, Rovin-NV, Se-Care, Se-Natal One, Se-Plete DHA, Se-Tan DHA, Select-OB, Seton ET, Strongstart, Stuart Prenatal with Beta Carotene, Tandem OB, Taron-BC, Tri Rx, TriAdvance, TriCare, Trimesis Rx, Trinate, Triveen-PRx RNF, UltimateCare Advance, Ultra-Natal, Vemavite PRX 2, VeNatal FA, Verotin-BY, Verotin-GR, Vinacal OR, Vinatal Forte, Vinate Advanced (New Formula), Vinate AZ, Vinate Care, Vinate Good Start, Vinate II (New Formula), Vinate III, Vinate One, Vitafol-OB, VitaNatal OB plus DHA, Vitaphil, Vitaphil Aide, Vitaphil Plus DHA, Vitaspire, Viva DHA, Vol-Nate, Vol-Plus, Vol-Tab Rx, Vynatal F.A., Zatean-CH, Zatean-PN

What are O-Cal Prenatal (prenatal multivitamins)?

There are many brands and forms of prenatal vitamin available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Prenatal vitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources.

Prenatal vitamins are used to provide the additional vitamins needed during pregnancy. Minerals may also be contained in prenatal multivitamins.

Prenatal vitamins may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about prenatal vitamins?

There are many brands and forms of prenatal vitamin available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Never take more than the recommended dose of a multivitamin. Avoid taking any other multivitamin product within 2 hours before or after you take your prenatal vitamins. Taking similar vitamin products together at the same time can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate, confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects and can also harm your unborn baby. Certain minerals contained in a prenatal multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms or harm to the baby if you take too much.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, hair loss, peeling skin, tingly feeling in or around your mouth, changes in menstrual periods, weight loss, severe headache, muscle or joint pain, severe back pain, blood in your urine, pale skin, and easy bruising or bleeding.

Do not take this medication with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium. Calcium may make it harder for your body to absorb certain ingredients of the multivitamin.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking prenatal vitamins?

Many vitamins can cause serious or life-threatening side effects if taken in large doses. Do not take more of this medication than directed on the label or prescribed by your doctor.

Before taking prenatal vitamins, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions.

You may need to continue taking prenatal vitamins if you breast-feed your baby. Ask your doctor about taking this medication while breast-feeding.

How should I take prenatal vitamins?

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.

Never take more than the recommended dose of prenatal vitamins.

Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate, confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.

Take your prenatal vitamin with a full glass of water.

Swallow the regular tablet or capsule whole. Do not break, chew, crush, or open it.

The chewable tablet must be chewed or allowed to dissolve in your mouth before swallowing. You may also allow the chewable tablet to dissolve in drinking water, fruit juice, or infant formula (but not milk or other dairy products). Drink this mixture right away.

Use prenatal vitamins regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep prenatal vitamins in their original container. Storing vitamins in a glass container can ruin the medication.

What happens if I miss a dose?

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.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects and can also harm your unborn baby. Certain minerals contained in a prenatal multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms or harm to the baby if you take too much.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, hair loss, peeling skin, tingly feeling in or around your mouth, changes in menstrual periods, weight loss, severe headache, muscle or joint pain, severe back pain, blood in your urine, pale skin, and easy bruising or bleeding.

What should I avoid while taking prenatal vitamins?

Avoid taking any other multivitamin product within 2 hours before or after you take your prenatal vitamins. Taking similar vitamin products together at the same time can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Avoid the regular use of salt substitutes in your diet if your multivitamin contains potassium. If you are on a low-salt diet, ask your doctor before taking a vitamin or mineral supplement.

Do not take this medication with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium. Calcium may make it harder for your body to absorb certain ingredients of the prenatal vitamin.

Prenatal vitamins side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

When taken as directed, prenatal vitamins are not expected to cause serious side effects. Less serious side effects may include:

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  unusual or unpleasant taste in your 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.

What other drugs will affect prenatal vitamins?

Vitamin and mineral supplements can interact with certain medications, or affect how medications work in your body. Before taking a prenatal vitamin, tell your doctor if you also use:

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  diuretics (water pills);

  
  


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  heart or blood pressure medications;

  
  


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  tretinoin (Vesanoid);

  
  


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  isotretinoin (Accutane, Amnesteen, Clavaris, Sotret);

  
  


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  trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole (Cotrim, Bactrim, Gantanol, Gantrisin, Septra, TMP/SMX); or

  
  


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  an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Treximet), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), indomethacin (Indocin), meloxicam (Mobic), and others.

  
  

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with prenatal vitamins. 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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Diethylpropion

Pronunciation: dye-eth-il-PROE-pee-on
Generic Name: Diethylpropion
Brand Name: Tenuate

Diethylpropion is used for:

Short-term weight reduction in the management of obesity as part of a diet plan, exercise, and behavior therapy.

Diethylpropion is an appetite suppressant. It works by acting on the appetite center in the brain to cause a temporary reduction in hunger or craving for food.

Do NOT use Diethylpropion if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Diethylpropion


• you are currently taking guanadrel, guanethidine, furazolidone, or other weight loss medicines


• you are currently taking or have taken a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days


• you have a history of heart disease, atherosclerosis, brain or spinal cord disorders, high blood pressure in the lungs, severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid, glaucoma, a highly nervous state or agitation, or a history of substance abuse

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

Before using Diethylpropion:

Some medical conditions may interact with Diethylpropion. 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 kidney problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, blood vessel disease, irregular heartbeat or other heart problems, or a history of seizures


• if you have used weight loss medicines within the last year

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

• Furazolidone, MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), general anesthetics (eg, thiopental), or tramadol because side effects such as elevated blood pressure, slow or irregular heartbeat, elevated body temperature, or an increased risk of seizures may occur


• Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (eg, fluoxetine) because the actions and side effects of these medicines may be increased


• Guanethidine and methyldopa because the effectiveness of these medicines may be decreased


• Phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine) because the effectiveness of Diethylpropion may be decreased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Diethylpropion 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 Diethylpropion:

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

• Take Diethylpropion 1 hour before meals. If desired, take it at least 4 to 6 hours before bedtime to avoid night hunger, or as directed by your doctor.


• If you miss a dose of Diethylpropion, take it as soon as possible. If it is after 4 pm, 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 Diethylpropion.

Important safety information:

• Diethylpropion may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Diethylpropion.


• Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medications that cause drowsiness (eg, sedatives, tranquilizers) while taking Diethylpropion. Diethylpropion will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.


• Do not use Diethylpropion with any other weight loss medicines, including over-the-counter, prescription, or herbal/natural supplements.


• Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Diethylpropion.


• It is dangerous and illegal to use Diethylpropion to improve athletic skills, mental alertness, or to stay awake.


• Diabetes patients - Diethylpropion may affect your blood sugar level. Your doctor may need to adjust the dose of diabetes medicine you are taking.


• Use Diethylpropion with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.


• Diethylpropion is not recommended for CHILDREN younger than 16 years of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Diethylpropion during pregnancy. Diethylpropion is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Diethylpropion, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Diethylpropion may be habit-forming and has the potential for abuse. Stopping Diethylpropion suddenly can cause symptoms of WITHDRAWAL, including extreme tiredness, depression, and sleep changes. Do not stop taking Diethylpropion suddenly. If you feel that your medicine is not working any more, talk with your doctor. Do not take more medicine or use it for a longer period of time than prescribed.

Possible side effects of Diethylpropion:

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:

Anxiety; bad taste in mouth; change in sex drive; constipation; depression; diarrhea; difficulty moving; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; enlargement of breasts; exaggerated sense of well-being; general body discomfort; hair loss; headache; increased pupil size; increased urination; jitteriness; menstrual upset; nausea; nervousness; restlessness; sleeplessness; stomach upset; tremor; vomiting.

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); bizarre behavior; blurred vision; chest pain; chills; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; impotence; painful urination; pounding in the chest; seizures; shortness of breath; sore throat; swelling of the legs and feet; unusual bruising.

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: Diethylpropion 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 aggressiveness; changes in heartbeat; confusion; diarrhea; excessive sweating; fainting; hallucinations; large pupil size; nausea; pounding in the chest; panic states; rapid breathing; restlessness; stomach cramps; tremor; vomiting.

Proper storage of Diethylpropion:

Store Diethylpropion at room temperature, below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Diethylpropion out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

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


• Diethylpropion 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 Diethylpropion. 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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