Wednesday 27 January 2010

Omformin




Omformin may be available in the countries listed below.


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Metformin

Metformin hydrochloride (a derivative of Metformin) is reported as an ingredient of Omformin in the following countries:


  • Oman

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Friday 22 January 2010

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Tuesday 19 January 2010

Oxilepsi




Oxilepsi may be available in the countries listed below.


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Oxcarbazepine

Oxcarbazepine is reported as an ingredient of Oxilepsi in the following countries:


  • Turkey

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Monday 18 January 2010

Bepreve


Generic Name: Bepotastine Besilate
Class: Antiallergic Agents
Chemical Name: 4-[(S)-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-pyridinylmethoxy]-,benzene sulfonate (1:1); (2) (+)-4-{4-[(S)-(4-Chlorophenyl)(pyridin-2-yl)methoxy]piperidin-1-yl}butanoic acid monobenzenesulfonate.
Molecular Formula: C21H25ClN2O3.C6H6O3S.547.10
CAS Number: 190786-44-8

Introduction

Histamine H 1-receptor antagonist with mass-cell stabilizing activity.1 2 3 5


Uses for Bepreve


Allergic Conjunctivitis


Symptomatic treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.1 3 7 8 9 10


Bepreve Dosage and Administration


Administration


Ophthalmic Administration


Apply topically to the eye as an ophthalmic solution.1 2 3 5 6


Remove soft contact lenses prior to administration of each dose (since benzalkonium chloride may be absorbed by the lenses); may reinsert lenses after 10 minutes following administration if eyes are not red.1 5


Avoid contamination of the solution container.1 5


Dosage


Available as bepotastine besilate; dosage expressed in terms of the salt.1


Pediatric Patients


Allergic Conjunctivitis

Ophthalmic

Children ≥2 years of age: 1 drop of a 1.5% solution in the affected eye(s) twice daily.1


Adults


Allergic Conjunctivitis

Ophthalmic

1 drop of a 1.5% solution in the affected eye(s) twice daily.1 5


Cautions for Bepreve


Contraindications



  • Manufacturer states none known.1



Warnings/Precautions


Administration


For topical ophthalmic use only.1


Proper Handling to Avoid Contamination


To avoid contamination of the dropper tip and solution, do not to touch the eyelids or surrounding areas with the dropper tip.1


Close container tightly when not in use.1


Contact Lenses


Remove contact lenses prior to administration of each dose, since benzalkonium chloride preservative may be absorbed by soft contact lenses; lenses may be reinserted after 10 minutes following administration if eyes are not red; patient should not wear contact lenses if eyes are red.1 5 Not indicated for contact lens-related ocular irritation.1 5


Specific Populations


Pregnancy

Category C.1 5


Lactation

Distributed into milk in rats following oral administration.1


Not known whether bepotastine besilate distributes into human milk following topical application to the eye.1 Use caution.1


Pediatric Use

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients <2 years of age.1 Efficacy in pediatric patients <10 years of age was extrapolated from clinical trials conducted in pediatric patients >10 years of age and adults.1


Geriatric Use

No overall differences in efficacy or safety observed between geriatric and younger patients.1


Common Adverse Effects


Mild taste following instillation,1 3 6 ocular irritation, headache, nasopharyngitis.1 2 3 10


Interactions for Bepreve


Minimally metabolized by CYP isoenzymes.1


Drugs Metabolized by Hepatic Microsomal Enzymes


Low potential for drug interactions via inhibition of CYP isoenzymes 3A4, 2C9, and 2C19.1


Effect on metabolism of substrates of CYP isoenzymes 1A2, 2C8, and 2D6 not established.1


Bepreve Pharmacokinetics


Absorption


Bioavailability


Peak plasma concentrations achieved approximately 1–2 hours after instillation.1


Distribution


Plasma Protein Binding


Approximately 55%.1


Elimination


Metabolism


Minimally metabolized by CYP isoenzymes.1


Elimination Route


Excreted principally in urine as unchanged drug (75–90%).1


Stability


Storage


Ophthalmic


Solution

15–25°C.1


ActionsActions



  • Inhibits the release of histamine and other mediators (e.g., leukotrienes, platelet activating factor [PAF]) involved in allergic reactions.1 2 3 5




  • Exhibits mast-cell stabilizing activity.1 2 3 5




  • Inhibits eosinophil migration to and activation at inflammatory sites.2



Advice to Patients



  • Importance of learning and adhering to proper administration techniques to avoid contamination of the solution.1 5




  • Importance of removing contact lenses prior to administration of each ophthalmic dose, since benzalkonium chloride preservative may be absorbed by soft lenses; may reinsert contact lenses after 10 minutes following administration if eyes are not red; importance of not wearing contact lenses if eyes are red.1 5




  • Not indicated for contact lens-related ocular irritation.1 5




  • Importance of informing clinicians of existing or contemplated concomitant therapy, including prescription and OTC drugs, as well as any concomitant illnesses.1




  • Importance of women informing their clinician if they are or plan to become pregnant or plan to breast-feed.1




  • Importance of informing patients of other important precautionary information.




  • (See Cautions.)1



Preparations


Excipients in commercially available drug preparations may have clinically important effects in some individuals; consult specific product labeling for details.













Bepotastine Besilate

Routes



Dosage Forms



Strengths



Brand Names



Manufacturer



Ophthalmic



Solution



1.5%



Bepreve



Ista


Comparative Pricing


This pricing information is subject to change at the sole discretion of DS Pharmacy. This pricing information was updated 03/2011. Actual costs to patients will vary depending on the use of specific retail or mail-order locations and health insurance copays.


Bepreve 1.5% Solution (ISTA PHARMACEUTICALS): 10/$189.98 or 30/$529.97



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References



1. Ista Pharmaceuticals. Bepreve(bepotastine besilate) ophthalmic solution prescribing information. Irvine, CA; 2009 Aug. (



2. Abelson MB, Torkildsen GL, Williams JI et al. Time to onset and duration of action of the antihistamine bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.0% and 1.5% in allergic conjunctivitis: a phase III, single-center, prospective, randomized, double-masked, placebo controlled, conjunctival allergen challenge assessment in adults and children. Clin Ther. 2009; 31:1908-21. [PubMed 19843481]



3. Anon. Bepotastine (Bepreve)—An ophthalmic H1 antihistamine. Med Lett. 2010; 52:8-12.



4. Protzko EE, Gomes PJ, Williams JI et al. The ocular comfort and safety of the novel anti-Histamine bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.5% in a healthy pediatric population. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2009; (Suppl 2): S50.



5. Hussar DA, Abbas CA. New drugs: asenapine, iloperidone, and bepotastine besilate. J Am Pharm Assoc. 2010; 50:107-10.



6. Gow JA, Protzko EE, Gomes PJ et al. Safety of the antihistamine bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution in a healthy pediatric population from 3 to 9 years of age. Poster presented at: 35th Symposium on Cataract, IOL, and Refractive Surgery of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. San Francisco, CA: 2009 April 4-8. Abstract 559458.



7. Meier EJ, Macejko TT, Bergmann MT et al. Bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.0% provides rapid relief of rhinorrhea, total non-ocular symptoms, tearing, and ciliary and episcleral hyperemia following dosing in a multi-site clinical model of allergic conjunctivitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2009; 123 (Suppl): S57.



8. Torkildsen GL, Gomes PJ, Williams JI et al. Bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.5% reduces ocular itching in a clinical model of allergic conjunctivitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2009; 123 (Suppl): S57.



9. Macejko TT, Meier EJ, Bergmann MT et al. Bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.5% for up to 8 hours following dosing reduces total non-ocular symptoms, rhinorrhea, and tearing in a multi-site clinical model of allergic conjunctivitis. J Allergy Clin Immunol. 2009; 123 (Suppl):S57.



10. Bergmann MT, Gomes PJ, Williams JI et al. Bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.5% reduces ocular itching in a multisite clinical model of allergic conjunctivitis. Poster presented at the 35th Symposium on Cataract, IOL, and Refractive Surgery of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. San Francisco, CA: 2009 April 4-8. Abstract 559520.



11. ISTA Pharmaceuticals, Irvine, CA: Personal communication.



12. Wadhwa SD. Medical review(s) for bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.5% (Bepreve), application number 22-228. Rockville, MD: US Food and Drug Administration; 2009 Apr 27. From FDA website ().



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Otofluor




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Calcium Gluconate

Calcium Gluconate is reported as an ingredient of Otofluor in the following countries:


  • Italy

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Sodium Fluoride is reported as an ingredient of Otofluor in the following countries:


  • India

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Friday 15 January 2010

Chibroxin




In the US, Chibroxin (norfloxacin ophthalmic) is a member of the drug class ophthalmic anti-infectives and is used to treat Conjunctivitis and Ophthalmic Surgery.

US matches:

  • Chibroxin

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Norfloxacin

Norfloxacin is reported as an ingredient of Chibroxin in the following countries:


  • Bahrain

  • Egypt

  • Germany

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  • Iraq

  • Jordan

  • Kuwait

  • Lebanon

  • Peru

  • Poland

  • Qatar

  • Saudi Arabia

  • Spain

  • Sudan

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  • United Arab Emirates

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Dolomolargesico




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Paracetamol

Paracetamol is reported as an ingredient of Dolomolargesico in the following countries:


  • Peru

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Thursday 14 January 2010

Oméprazole RPG




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Omeprazole

Omeprazole is reported as an ingredient of Oméprazole RPG in the following countries:


  • France

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Orbenil




Orbenil may be available in the countries listed below.


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Cloxacillin

Cloxacillin is reported as an ingredient of Orbenil in the following countries:


  • Israel

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Wednesday 13 January 2010

Hemorif




Hemorif may be available in the countries listed below.


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Diosmin

Diosmin is reported as an ingredient of Hemorif in the following countries:


  • Bangladesh

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Tuesday 12 January 2010

Beytina




Beytina may be available in the countries listed below.


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Dihydroergocristine

Dihydroergocristine mesilate (a derivative of Dihydroergocristine) is reported as an ingredient of Beytina in the following countries:


  • Greece

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Wednesday 6 January 2010

Bellamor


Generic Name: belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital (bel uh DON uh, er GOT uh meen, and feen oh BAR bit al)

Brand Names: Bel-Phen-Ergot, Bellamine, Bellamor, Bellaphen-S, Bellaspas, Bellergal-S, Duragal-S, Eperbel-S, Spastrin


What is Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital)?

Belladonna is a naturally occurring mixture that produces many effects in the body. It reduces spasms within the stomach and intestines, the bladder, and the biliary (liver) system. Belladonna also reduces the secretions of many organs, which helps control conditions such as excess stomach acid.


Ergotamine narrows the blood vessels involved in circulation to the head. Ergotamine can also alter blood flow patterns involved in vascular headaches, such as migraines.


Phenobarbital is a barbiturate that reduces brain and nervous system activity.


The combination of belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital is used to treat symptoms of menopause including hot flashes, sweating, increased heart rate, dizziness, restlessness, headache, anxiety, and trouble sleeping.


Belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital)?


Do not use this medication if you have a history of stroke or blood clots, or if you have glaucoma, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, porphyria, or high blood pressure. This medication can cause birth defects in an unborn baby. Do not use if you are pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment. This medication contains phenobarbital, which may be habit-forming. You may have withdrawal symptoms when you stop using this medication after using it over a long period of time. Do not stop using this medication suddenly without first talking to your doctor. You may need to gradually reduce the dose. Avoid drinking alcohol, which can increase some of the side effects of belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital.

Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital.


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.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital)?


Do not use this medication if you have:

  • narrow-angle glaucoma;




  • heart disease;




  • liver disease;




  • kidney disease;




  • porphyria;




  • a history of circulation problems, stroke, or blood clots;




  • high blood pressure; or




  • if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.



Before using belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital, tell your doctor if you have:



  • a stomach problem called pyloric obstruction; or




  • angina (chest pain).



If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use this medication, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.


FDA pregnancy category X. This medication can cause birth defects. Do not use belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Use an effective form of birth control while you are using this medication. This medication can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. This medication contains phenobarbital, which may be habit-forming. You may have withdrawal symptoms when you stop using this medication after using it over a long period of time. Do not stop using this medication suddenly without first talking to your doctor. You may need to gradually reduce the dose.

How should I take Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital)?


Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.


To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your doctor may need to check your progress on a regular basis. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.


Do not stop using this medication without first talking to your doctor. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely. Store this medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?


Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. 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. Symptoms of a belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital overdose may include extremely dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, problems with vision, numbness or pain, blue fingers or toes, cold feeling, extreme drowsiness, confusion, feeling light-headed, fainting, or seizure (convulsions).

What should I avoid while taking Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital)?


Avoid drinking alcohol, which can increase some of the side effects of belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital.

Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital.


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.

Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital) 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.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:



  • blurred vision;




  • dry mouth;




  • warmth or tingly feeling;




  • drowsiness; or




  • changes in behavior (in children).



Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.


What other drugs will affect Bellamor (belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital)?


Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:



  • a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin);




  • birth control pills;




  • erythromycin (E-Mycin, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, E.E.S.); or




  • troleandomycin (Tao).



If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.


There may be other drugs not listed that can affect belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital. 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.



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What does my medication look like?


Belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital is available with a prescription under the brand names Bellergal, Bellamine, Bellaspas, Duragal-S, and Spastrin. Other brand or generic forms may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.



Tuesday 5 January 2010

Niaspan




In the US, Niaspan (niacin systemic) is a member of the following drug classes: miscellaneous antihyperlipidemic agents, vitamins and is used to treat High Cholesterol, Hyperlipoproteinemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IV - Elevated VLDL and Hyperlipoproteinemia Type V - Elevated Chylomicrons VLDL.

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  • Niaspan 375 mg , 500mg , 750mg and 1000mg Prolonged-Release Tablets (SPC)
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Nicotinic Acid

Nicotinic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Niaspan in the following countries:


  • Argentina

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  • Hong Kong

  • Indonesia

  • Ireland

  • Luxembourg

  • Netherlands

  • Norway

  • Philippines

  • Portugal

  • Serbia

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Saturday 2 January 2010

Anadin




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Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is reported as an ingredient of Anadin in the following countries:


  • Malta

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Friday 1 January 2010

Algicler




Algicler may be available in the countries listed below.


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Diclofenac

Diclofenac diethylamine (a derivative of Diclofenac) is reported as an ingredient of Algicler in the following countries:


  • Argentina

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