Fedahist Timecaps

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

What is Fedahist Timecaps?

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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Fish Oil

Generic Name: omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids
(oh MAY ga 3 POL ee un SAT yoo ray ted FAT ee AS ids)

What is Fish Oil?

Fish Oil are found in oil from certain types of fish, vegetables, and other plant sources. These fatty acids are not made by the body and must be consumed in the diet. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids work by lowering the body’s production of triglycerides. High levels of triglycerides can lead to coronary artery disease, heart disease, and stroke.

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Fedahist

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

What is Fedahist?

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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flax

What is flax?

The use of flax 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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Fungi-Nail

Generic Name: salicylic acid topical
(SAL i SIL ik AS id TOP ik al)

What is Fungi-Nail?

Salicylic acid is a keratolytic (peeling agent). Salicylic acid causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.

Fungi-Nail is used in the treatment of acne, dandruff, corns, and warts.

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fenugreek

What is fenugreek?

The use of fenugreek 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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femhrt 0.5 mg/2.5 mcg

Generic Name: ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone
(ETH in il ess tra DYE ole and nor ETH in drone)

What is femhrt 0.5 mg/2.5 mcg?

femhrt 0.5 mg/2.5 mcg 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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FIRST-Progesterone VGS 25

Generic Name: progesterone
(proe JESS te rone)

What is FIRST-Progesterone VGS 25?

FIRST-Progesterone VGS 25 is a female hormone important for the regulation of ovulation and menstruation.

FIRST-Progesterone VGS 25 is used to cause menstrual periods in women who have not yet reached menopause but are not having periods due to a lack of progesterone in the body. Progesterone is also used to prevent overgrowth in the lining of the uterus in postmenopausal women who are receiving estrogen hormone replacement therapy.

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Fe-Tinic 150

Generic Name: ascorbic acid and iron polysaccharide
(as KORE bik AS id and EYE urn SAK a ride)

What is Fe-Tinic 150?

Ascorbic acid is found in citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Ascorbic acid is important for the skin and connective tissues, for normal chemical and hormonal production, and for the immune system.

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Fluvirin

Generic Name: influenza virus vaccine (injectable)
(in floo ENZ a VYE rus VAK seen)

What is the most important information I should know about this vaccine?

The injectable Fluvirin (flu shot) is a “killed virus” vaccine. Influenza virus vaccine is also available in a nasal spray form, which is a “live virus” vaccine. This medication guide addresses only the injectable form of this vaccine.

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