Daily Archives: 3 January 2012

Refacto

Generic Name: antihemophilic factor (human)
(an tee hee moe FIL ik FAK tor)

What is the most important information I should know about human Refacto?

Do not use this medication if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to Refacto in the past, or if you are allergic to mouse proteins.

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Neutrahist Drops

Generic Name: chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine
(klor fen EER a meen and soo doe e FED rin)

What is Neutrahist Drops?

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

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Brom Tann PE

Generic Name: brompheniramine and phenylephrine
(BROM fen IR a meen and FEN il EFF rin)

What is Brom Tann PE?

Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

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Tagitol V

Generic Name: barium sulfate (oral and rectal)
(BER ee um SUL fate)

What is Tagitol V?

Tagitol V is in a group of drugs called radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agents. Barium sulfate works by coating the inside of your esophagus, stomach, or intestines which allows them to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination.

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Demibid II

Generic Name: guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine
(gwye FEN e sin, soo doe e FED rin)

What is Demibid II?

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

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Barosphere

Generic Name: barium sulfate (oral and rectal)
(BER ee um SUL fate)

What is Barosphere?

Barosphere is in a group of drugs called radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agents. Barium sulfate works by coating the inside of your esophagus, stomach, or intestines which allows them to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination.

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Vopac

Generic Name: acetaminophen and codeine
(a SEET a MIN o fen and KOE deen)

What is Vopac?

Codeine is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers. Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of codeine.

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AllanTex

What is AllanTex?

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

AllanTexs are used to provide vitamins that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins are also used to treat vitamin deficiencies (lack of vitamins) caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, and many other conditions.

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naproxen and pseudoephedrine

Aleve Cold and Sinus

What is naproxen and pseudoephedrine?

Naproxen is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Naproxen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

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Innerclean

Generic Name: senna
(SEH nah)

What is Innerclean?

The use of Innerclean in cultural and traditional settings may differ from concepts accepted by current Western medicine. When considering the use of herbal supplements, consultation with a primary health care professional is advisable. Additionally, consultation with a practitioner trained in the uses of herbal/health supplements may be beneficial, and coordination of treatment among all health care providers involved may be advantageous.

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