Generic Name: coal tar topical
(KOL TAR TOP ik al)

What is the most important information I should know about coal tar?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to coal tar.

Before using coal tar, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you are receiving ultraviolet radiation treatment for your psoriasis.

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Generic Name: guaifenesin and phenylephrine
(gwye FEN e sin and FEN il EFF rin)

What is Medent-PEI?

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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Generic Name: ammonium lactate and halobetasol topical kit
(a MOE nee um LAK tate and HAL oh BAY ta sol)

What is the most important information I should know about ammonium lactate and halobetasol?

This medication comes in a kit containing ammonium lactate lotion and halobetasol ointment. Use the medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

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Generic Name: metolazone
(me TOL a zone)

What is Zaroxolyn?

Zaroxolyn is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Zaroxolyn treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

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Generic Name: pemetrexed
(pem e TREX ed)

What is Alimta?

Alimta is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.

Alimta is used to treat mesothelioma, a form of lung cancer associated with exposure to asbestos. Pemetrexed is also used to treat non-small cell lung cancer that has already been treated with other cancer medications.

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Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate
(ETH in ill ess tra DYE ol and nor JESS tim ayt)

What is Ortho Tri-Cyclen?

Ortho Tri-Cyclen contains a combination of female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.

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Generic Name: fenofibrate
(FEN oh FYE brate)

What is Lipidil EZ?

Lipidil EZ helps reduce cholesterol and triglycerides (fatty acids) in the blood. High levels of these types of fat in the blood are associated with an increased risk of atherosclerosis (clogged arteries).

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Generic Name: potassium aminobenzoate
(po TAS ee um a MEE noe BEN zoe ate)

What is Potaba?

Potaba is a form of Vitamin B, which supports many important body functions.

Potaba works by causing a softening of skin or tissues when used over time. It also raises oxygen levels in tissues of the body.

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

What is Esobar?

Esobar 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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Generic Name: glycerin (rectal)
(GLISS er in)

What is Glycerin rectal?

Glycerin rectal is used as a laxative. It works by causing the intestines to hold more water, which softens the stool.

Glycerin rectal is used to treat constipation or to cleanse the bowel before a rectal exam or other intestinal procedure.

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