What is alfacalcidol for:
It is used to prevent or treat low vitamin D levels. It is used to treat poor parathyroid function. It is used to manage low calcium levels in patients undergoing dialysis for chronic renal failure. It is used to treat renal osteodystrophy. It is used to treat high phosphate levels. It is used to treat rickets
How does alfacalcidol work:
It works by helping the body to use more of the calcium found in foods and supplements.
How should alfacalcidol be used:
Take this drug as directed by the doctor. It is usually taken once a day in the morning with or without food. Continue to take it even if you feel well. Do not stop it without talking to your doctor.
Common side effects of alfacalcidol :
Dry mouth, muscle pain, increased thirst, loss of appetite, vomiting, metallic taste, upset stomach, constipation, difficult urination.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
What precautions should I take when taking alfacalcidol :
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Some drugs like phenytoin, phenobarbital, prednisone and some laxatives may affect the availability. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease, pregnant, or planning to have surgery including dental procedures.
When do I need to seek medical help
Seek help if you have signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Inform doctor if you experience any bruising or bleeding, any rash, or if any side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take alfacalcidol with other medicines:
This drug will only work if you get the right amount of calcium from your diet. If you are being treated with dialysis, your doctor may also prescribe a low phosphate diet. Follow these directions carefully. If you do not have kidney disease, you should drink plenty of fluids when taking this drug. If you have kidney disease, talk to your doctor about how much fluid you should drink each day.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid alcohol and grapefruit juice.
How do I store alfacalcidol :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Therapeutic Classification
Vitamins
What is Carbonyl Iron for:
Used for treating iron deficiency, caused either due to chronic blood loss or poor absorption.
How does Carbonyl Iron work:
Treats Iron Deficiency
How should Carbonyl Iron be used:
Take this drug as directed by the doctor
Common side effects of Carbonyl Iron :
GI upset, black stools, abdominal discomfort or pain by oral therapy
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
What precautions should I take when taking Carbonyl Iron :
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant. If you are breast-feeding.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Trouble breathing. Sudden change in eyesight, eye pain, or irritation. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Carbonyl Iron with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Carbonyl Iron :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.
Therapeutic Classification
Minerals
What is Chromium Picolinate for:
Used in very sick patients with improper nutrition.
How does Chromium Picolinate work:
It plays an important role in insulins regulation of blood glucose
How should Chromium Picolinate be used:
Take this drug as directed by the doctor
What do I do if I miss a dose
Call your doctor to find out what to do.
What precautions should I take when taking Chromium Picolinate :
If you have an allergy to this drug. - Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Chromium Picolinate with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Chromium Picolinate :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category B: Either animal-reproduction studies have not demonstrated a foetal risk but there are no controlled studies in pregnant women or animal-reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect (other than a decrease in fertility) that was not confirmed in controlled studies in women in the 1st trimester (and there is no evidence of a risk in later trimesters).
Therapeutic Classification
Minerals
What is cyanocobalamin for:
This medication is a vitamer (varied chemical substances) of vitamin B12, used in treating anemia, folic acid deficiency, neuropathies (damage in the nerves of peripheral nervous system), prophylaxis, and psychiatric disorders. Recommended for patients with the condition of pancreatic tumor.
How does cyanocobalamin work:
It is an essential nutrient that helps the body make healthy red blood and nerve cells.
How should cyanocobalamin be used:
Adult: IM- 250-1,000 mcg on alternate days for 1-2 week, then 250 mcg weekly. Maintenance: 1,000-mcg monthly.
It comes as a solution (liquid) to be injected into the muscle or under the skin, without food.
Common side effects of cyanocobalamin :
Headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, skin rash, hot flushes
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What precautions should I take when taking cyanocobalamin :
Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs.
When do I need to seek medical help
Seek help if you have signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Swelling, warmth, or pain in the leg or arm. Talk to your doctor if you have very loose stools (diarrhea), are feeling very tired or weak, have a rash.
Can I take cyanocobalamin with other medicines:
Use with neomycin, aminosalicylic acid, cimetidine and cochicine will decrease absorption. Inform doctor about all other drugs you are taking including herbals.
Are there any food restrictions
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue with your normal diet.
How do I store cyanocobalamin :
Normally stored by healthcare providers in room temperature in vertical position.
Therapeutic Classification
Vitamins
What is Elemental Selenium for:
It is used to help growth and good health.
How does Elemental Selenium work:
Selenium is a diet aid
How should Elemental Selenium be used:
Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach. Long-acting products: Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
Common side effects of Elemental Selenium :
Belly pain. Bad taste in your mouth. This most often goes back to normal.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
What precautions should I take when taking Elemental Selenium :
If you have an allergy to selenium or any other part of this drug. If you have an allergy to benzyl alcohol, talk with your doctor. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Elemental Selenium with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Elemental Selenium :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category A : Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).
Therapeutic Classification
Minerals
What is Elemental Zinc for:
It is used to help growth and good health.
How does Elemental Zinc work:
Zinc is a diet aid.
How should Elemental Zinc be used:
Take with or without food. Take with food if it causes an upset stomach.
Common side effects of Elemental Zinc :
Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Loose stools (diarrhea).
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What precautions should I take when taking Elemental Zinc :
If you have an allergy to any zinc or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very loose stools (diarrhea). Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Elemental Zinc with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid alcohol and grapefruit juice.
How do I store Elemental Zinc :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category A : Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).
Therapeutic Classification
Minerals
What is Folic Acid for:
This medication is a vitamin, prescribed for anemia due to vitamin C deficiency. It helps the body make healthy new cells.
How does Folic Acid work:
Folic acid is a diet aid that helps the body make healthy red blood cells. It stops some types of birth defects.
How should Folic Acid be used:
Dose is based on patients condition.
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
Common side effects of Folic Acid :
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses. Do not change the dose or stop this drug. Talk with the doctor.
What precautions should I take when taking Folic Acid :
If you have an allergy to folic acid or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Folic Acid with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Folic Acid :
Store it at room temperature and away from direct sunlight (15-30°C).
Pregnancy Category
Category A : Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).
Therapeutic Classification
Vitamins
What is Magnesium Hydroxide for:
This medication is an antacid, prescribed for hyperacidity. It is also used as a laxative. It reduces stomach acid and increases water in the intestine.
How does Magnesium Hydroxide work:
Antacids lower stomach acid. Magnesium is a diet aid.
How should Magnesium Hydroxide be used:
It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with or without food. Upto 1 gday usually given with an Al-containing antacid.
Osmotic laxative 2.4-4.8 gday in single or divided doses.
Common side effects of Magnesium Hydroxide :
GI irritation, diarrhea, abdominal cramps and paralytic ileus.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis.
What precautions should I take when taking Magnesium Hydroxide :
If you have an allergy to magnesium hydroxide or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Very upset stomach or throwing up. Very hard stools (constipation). Very loose stools (diarrhea). Any bruising or bleeding. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take Magnesium Hydroxide with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Magnesium Hydroxide :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category N : Not yet classified.
Therapeutic Classification
Laxatives, Purgatives, Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants
What is pyridoxine for:
This medication is a vitamin, prescribed for the treatment and prevention of vitamin B6 deficiency. It is important for the breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates from foods.
How does pyridoxine work:
Pyridoxine is a diet aid. It protects the nerves from side effects of some drugs.
How should pyridoxine be used:
It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with food. Adult- PO- The recommended dose range is 150 to 400mgday.
Common side effects of pyridoxine :
Headache. Upset stomach or throwing up. Many small meals, good mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help. Damage to the nerves. This can be long-lasting. - Shot: - Pain and irritation where this drug goes into the body. Short-term pain after use.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What precautions should I take when taking pyridoxine :
If you have an allergy to pyridoxine or any other part of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Numbness or tingling in your hands or feet. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take pyridoxine with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store pyridoxine :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category A : Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).
Therapeutic Classification
Vitamins
What is Para-Aminobenzoic acid for:
Para-aminobenzoic acid or PABA is taken orally for various skin disorders like vitiligo, dermatomyositis, pemphigus, morphea, lymphoblastoma cutis, Peyronie’s disease, and scleroderma. PABA is also commonly used for the treatment of infertility among women, arthritis, anemia, rheumatic fever, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), constipation and headaches. Other uses include for darkening gray hair, prevention of hair loss, to make skin look younger, and also for the prevention of sunburn. It is however best known as a sunscreen that is applied to the skin (used topically). PABA is effective during sweating, but not when skin is submerged in water like while swimming.
How does Para-Aminobenzoic acid work:
Para-aminobenzoic acid, as part of the coenzyme tetrahydrofolic acid, aids in the metabolism and utilization of amino acids and is also supportive of blood cells, particularly the red blood cells. PABA supports folic acid production by the intestinal bacteria. PABA is important to skin, hair pigment, and intestinal health. Used as a sunscreen, it also can protect against the development of sunburn and skin cancer from excess ultraviolet light exposure.
How should Para-Aminobenzoic acid be used:
PABA is best when applied directly to the skin. However PABA increases the likelihood of sunburn in some people, even though it usually works as a sun block. It can also be taken orally and can even be applied to the eyes as a solution. Care should be taken however to avoid taking high doses by mouth. To prevent sunburn, PABA sunscreens come in concentrations of 1% to 15%.
Common side effects of Para-Aminobenzoic acid :
PABA is likely safe for most people when applied directly to the skin and is possibly safe when taken orally and when applied to the eyes as a solution. PABA can cause skin irritation and might also stain clothing with a yellow color. Nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhea, and loss of appetite might sometimes occur. The medication is possibly unsafe when taken by mouth in high doses. Taking more than 12 grams per day can cause serious side effects such as liver, kidney, and blood problems.
What do I do if I miss a dose
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What precautions should I take when taking Para-Aminobenzoic acid :
Using the medicine intravenously is likely to increase the risk of bleeding in people with bleeding disorders. PABA might build up in the kidneys making kidney disease worse. Therefore one is advised against using it when suffering from kidney disorders. Using PABA intravenously might increase the risk of bleeding during surgery. Hence it is advised to stop taking PABA 2 weeks before surgery. Also do not take the medication by mouth if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. If you are taking sulfa antibiotics, do not take PABA supplements except on medical advice.
When do I need to seek medical help
If the symtoms worsen or if there are new troublesome symptoms, then immediately consult your doctor.
Can I take Para-Aminobenzoic acid with other medicines:
Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) interacts with Antibiotics (Sulfonamide antibiotics) and can decrease their effectiveness.Some of these antibiotics include sulfamethoxazole, sulfasalazine, sulfisoxazole, and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole. PABA also interacts with Dapsone used as an antibiotic and reduces its effectiveness in treating infections. PABA interacts with Cortisone decreasing how quickly the body breaks down cortisone. Taking PABA by mouth and getting a cortisone shot might increase the effects and side effects of cortisone.
How do I store Para-Aminobenzoic acid :
Keep container tightly closed. It is suitable for any general chemical storage area. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residue.
Pregnancy Category
Pregnancy category: Not studied. PABA is safe when applied to the skin during pregnancy or breast-feeding. However, there is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking PABA by mouth if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.
Therapeutic Classification
Other Dermatologicals
Therapeutic Classification
Vitamins, Supplements & Adjuvant Therapy
Therapeutic Classification
Supplements & Adjuvant Therapy
Therapeutic Classification
Antidotes and Detoxifying Agents
Therapeutic Classification
Supplements & Adjuvant Therapy
Therapeutic Classification
Supplements & Adjuvant Therapy
