Lotemax

Generic Name: loteprednol ophthalmic (lo te PRED nol off THAL mik)

Brand Names: Alrex, Lotemax

What is Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic)?

Loteprednol is in a group of drugs called corticosteroids. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Loteprednol ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to treat eye swelling caused by surgery, infection, allergies, and other conditions.

Loteprednol ophthalmic may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic)?

Do not use this medication while you are wearing contact lenses. This medication may contain a preservative that can be absorbed by soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using loteprednol before putting your contact lenses in. Do not allow the dropper to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye. Stop using loteprednol and call your doctor at once if you have signs of a new eye infection such as swelling, redness, irritation, or drainage, or if you have problems with your vision, or severe pain, burning, or stinging when you use the eye drops. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 days of treatment.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to loteprednol, or if you have any type of fungal, viral, or bacterial infection of your eye.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication:

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  glaucoma;

  
  


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  cataracts (or if you have recently had cataract surgery); or

  
  


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  herpes infection of your eye.

  
  

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether loteprednol is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether loteprednol ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic)?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the instructions on your prescription label.

Do not use this medication for longer than 2 weeks unless your doctor tells you to.

Wash your hands before using the eye drops.

Shake the eye drops well just before each use.

To apply the eye drops:

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  Tilt your head back slightly and pull down on the lower eyelid. Hold the dropper above the eye with the dropper tip down. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out a drop and close your eye.

  
  


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  Gently press your finger to the inside corner of the eye (near the nose) for about 1 minute to keep the liquid from draining into your tear duct.

  
  

Do not allow the dropper to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye.

Do not use this medication while you are wearing contact lenses. This medication may contain a preservative that can be absorbed by soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using loteprednol before putting your contact lenses in.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 days of treatment.

To be sure loteprednol is not causing harmful effects, your vision may need to be checked after using the medication for 10 days or longer. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store loteprednol ophthalmic with the cap on at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Do not use the eye drops if the liquid changes colors or has particles in it. Call your doctor for a new prescription.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember the missed dose. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not use 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.

An overdose of loteprednol ophthalmic is not likely to cause life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic)?

Avoid using other medications in your eyes during treatment with loteprednol ophthalmic unless your doctor has told you to.

Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic) 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. Stop using loteprednol and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

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  signs of a new eye infection such as swelling, redness, irritation, or drainage;

  
  


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  problems with your vision; or

  
  


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  severe pain, burning or stinging when using the eye drops.

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

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  minor burning when using the eye drops;

  
  


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  dry, red, itchy, or watery eyes;

  
  


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  feeling that something is in your eye;

  
  


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  being more sensitive to light;

  
  


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  headache; or

  
  


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  runny nose, sore throat.

  
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Lotemax (loteprednol ophthalmic)?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on loteprednol used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about loteprednol ophthalmic.

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Vagistat-1

Pronunciation: TYE-oh-KON-a-zole
Generic Name: Tioconazole
Brand Name: Examples include Monistat-1 and Vagistat-1

Vagistat-1 is used for:

Treating vaginal yeast infections.

Vagistat-1 is an antifungal agent. It works by weakening the cell membrane of the fungus, resulting in the death of the fungus.

Do NOT use Vagistat-1 if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Vagistat-1


• you have never had a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a doctor


• you have diabetes, a positive HIV test, or AIDS


• you have stomach, back, or shoulder pain; fever (above 100 degrees F); chills; nausea; vomiting; foul-smelling vaginal discharge; or diarrhea

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Vagistat-1:

Some medical conditions may interact with Vagistat-1. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have been exposed to HIV


• if this is the first time you have had vaginal itching and discomfort


• if you have shoulder, stomach, or lower back pain; fever; chills; foul-smelling vaginal discharge; or nausea or vomiting


• if you have frequent yeast infections (eg, 1 per month, 3 within 6 months)


• if you are taking antibiotics

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Vagistat-1. However, no specific interactions with Vagistat-1 are known at this time.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Vagistat-1 may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Vagistat-1:

Use Vagistat-1 as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• An extra patient leaflet is available with Vagistat-1. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.


• Vagistat-1 is for vaginal use only. Do not use in the eyes or take by mouth.


• Insert 1 applicatorful into the vagina at bedtime. Throw applicator away after use.


• Wash your hands immediately after using Vagistat-1.


• Only one dose of Vagistat-1 is required. If you forget to use Vagistat-1, use it as soon as you remember.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Vagistat-1.

Important safety information:

• Vagistat-1 is for vaginal use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth. If you get Vagistat-1 in your eyes, flush with a generous amount of cool water.


• Most women who use Vagistat-1 do not experience complete relief of symptoms within 1 day. Most women experience some relief within 1 day and complete relief within 7 days. If your symptoms do not improve within 3 days, if they last more than 7 days, or if they become worse, stop using Vagistat-1 and contact your health care provider at once. You may have a more serious illness.


• Do not use Vagistat-1 for itching caused by other conditions.


• Do not use tampons while you are using Vagistat-1 and until all of your symptoms go away. Use unscented pads or pantiliners.


• Do not have vaginal sexual intercourse while you are using Vagistat-1.


• Vagistat-1 may decrease the effectiveness of condoms and diaphragms, increasing the chance of pregnancy or risk of sexually transmitted disease. Do not use condoms or diaphragms for at least 3 days after treatment with Vagistat-1.


• Do not use tampons, douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products while using Vagistat-1.


• If you use topical products too often, your condition may become worse.


• Vagistat-1 should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old without first checking with the child's doctor; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Vagistat-1 while you are pregnant. It is not known if Vagistat-1 is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Vagistat-1, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Vagistat-1:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Mild vaginal burning, irritation, or itching.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); fever or chills; foul-smelling vaginal discharge; nausea; severe or prolonged vaginal burning, irritation, or itching; stomach pain; vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Vagistat-1 side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Vagistat-1:

Store Vagistat-1 at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not use if the wrapper on the applicator is torn or damaged. Keep Vagistat-1 out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Vagistat-1, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Vagistat-1 is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Vagistat-1. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Vinate AZ

Generic Name: prenatal multivitamins (PRE nay tal VYE ta mins)

Brand Names: Advance Care Plus, Bright Beginnings, Cavan Folate, Cavan One, Cavan-Heme OB, Cenogen Ultra, CitraNatal Rx, Co Natal FA, Complete Natal DHA, Complete-RF, CompleteNate, Concept OB, Docosavit, Dualvit OB, Duet, Edge OB, Elite OB 400, Femecal OB, Folbecal, Folcaps Care One, Folivan-OB, Foltabs, Gesticare, Icar Prenatal, Icare Prenatal Rx, Inatal Advance, Infanate DHA, Kolnatal DHA, Lactocal-F, Marnatal-F, Maternity, Maxinate, Mission Prenatal, Multi-Nate 30, Multinatal Plus, Nata 29 Prenatal, Natachew, Natafort, Natelle, Neevo, Nestabs, Nexa Select with DHA, Novanatal, NovaStart, O-Cal Prenatal, OB Complete, OB Natal One, Ob-20, Obtrex DHA, OptiNate, Paire OB Plus DHA, PNV Select, PNV-Total, PR Natal 400, Pre-H-Cal, Precare, PreferaOB, Premesis Rx, PrenaCare, PrenaFirst, PrenaPlus, Prenatabs OBN, Prenatabs Rx, Prenatal 1 Plus 1, Prenatal Elite, Prenatal Multivitamins, Prenatal Plus, Prenatal S, Prenatal-U, Prenate Advanced Formula, Prenate DHA, Prenate Elite, Prenavite FC, PreNexa, PreQue 10, Previte Rx, PrimaCare, Pruet DHA, RE OB Plus DHA, Renate, RightStep, Rovin-NV, Se-Care, Se-Natal One, Se-Plete DHA, Se-Tan DHA, Select-OB, Seton ET, Strongstart, Stuart Prenatal with Beta Carotene, Tandem OB, Taron-BC, Tri Rx, TriAdvance, TriCare, Trimesis Rx, Trinate, Triveen-PRx RNF, UltimateCare Advance, Ultra-Natal, Vemavite PRX 2, VeNatal FA, Verotin-BY, Verotin-GR, Vinacal OR, Vinatal Forte, Vinate Advanced (New Formula), Vinate AZ, Vinate Care, Vinate Good Start, Vinate II (New Formula), Vinate III, Vinate One, Vitafol-OB, VitaNatal OB plus DHA, Vitaphil, Vitaphil Aide, Vitaphil Plus DHA, Vitaspire, Viva DHA, Vol-Nate, Vol-Plus, Vol-Tab Rx, Vynatal F.A., Zatean-CH, Zatean-PN

What are Vinate AZ (prenatal multivitamins)?

There are many brands and forms of prenatal vitamin available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

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

Prenatal vitamins are used to provide the additional vitamins needed during pregnancy. Minerals may also be contained in prenatal multivitamins.

Prenatal vitamins may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about prenatal vitamins?

There are many brands and forms of prenatal vitamin available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Never take more than the recommended dose of a multivitamin. Avoid taking any other multivitamin product within 2 hours before or after you take your prenatal vitamins. Taking similar vitamin products together at the same time can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate, confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects and can also harm your unborn baby. Certain minerals contained in a prenatal multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms or harm to the baby if you take too much.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, hair loss, peeling skin, tingly feeling in or around your mouth, changes in menstrual periods, weight loss, severe headache, muscle or joint pain, severe back pain, blood in your urine, pale skin, and easy bruising or bleeding.

Do not take this medication with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium. Calcium may make it harder for your body to absorb certain ingredients of the multivitamin.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking prenatal vitamins?

Many vitamins can cause serious or life-threatening side effects if taken in large doses. Do not take more of this medication than directed on the label or prescribed by your doctor.

Before taking prenatal vitamins, tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions.

You may need to continue taking prenatal vitamins if you breast-feed your baby. Ask your doctor about taking this medication while breast-feeding.

How should I take prenatal vitamins?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Never take more than the recommended dose of prenatal vitamins.

Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate, confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.

Take your prenatal vitamin with a full glass of water.

Swallow the regular tablet or capsule whole. Do not break, chew, crush, or open it.

The chewable tablet must be chewed or allowed to dissolve in your mouth before swallowing. You may also allow the chewable tablet to dissolve in drinking water, fruit juice, or infant formula (but not milk or other dairy products). Drink this mixture right away.

Use prenatal vitamins regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep prenatal vitamins in their original container. Storing vitamins in a glass container can ruin the medication.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. 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. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects and can also harm your unborn baby. Certain minerals contained in a prenatal multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms or harm to the baby if you take too much.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, hair loss, peeling skin, tingly feeling in or around your mouth, changes in menstrual periods, weight loss, severe headache, muscle or joint pain, severe back pain, blood in your urine, pale skin, and easy bruising or bleeding.

What should I avoid while taking prenatal vitamins?

Avoid taking any other multivitamin product within 2 hours before or after you take your prenatal vitamins. Taking similar vitamin products together at the same time can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Avoid the regular use of salt substitutes in your diet if your multivitamin contains potassium. If you are on a low-salt diet, ask your doctor before taking a vitamin or mineral supplement.

Do not take this medication with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium. Calcium may make it harder for your body to absorb certain ingredients of the prenatal vitamin.

Prenatal vitamins 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.

When taken as directed, prenatal vitamins are not expected to cause serious side effects. Less serious side effects may include:

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  unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.

  
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect prenatal vitamins?

Vitamin and mineral supplements can interact with certain medications, or affect how medications work in your body. Before taking a prenatal vitamin, tell your doctor if you also use:

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  diuretics (water pills);

  
  


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  heart or blood pressure medications;

  
  


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  tretinoin (Vesanoid);

  
  


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  isotretinoin (Accutane, Amnesteen, Clavaris, Sotret);

  
  


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  trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole (Cotrim, Bactrim, Gantanol, Gantrisin, Septra, TMP/SMX); or

  
  


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  an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Treximet), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), indomethacin (Indocin), meloxicam (Mobic), and others.

  
  

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with prenatal vitamins. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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• CitraNatal Harmony Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Concept DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


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• Duet DHA with Ferrazone MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Folbecal MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Folcal DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Folcaps Care One Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Gesticare DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Gesticare DHA MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Inatal Advance Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Inatal Ultra Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Multi-Nate DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Multi-Nate DHA Extra Prescribing Information (FDA)


• MultiNatal Plus MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Natelle One Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Neevo Caplets MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Neevo DHA MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• OB Complete 400 MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Paire OB Plus DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


• PreNexa MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


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• PreferaOB Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Prenatal Plus Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Prenatal Plus Iron Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Prenate Elite Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Prenate Elite MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Prenate Elite tablets


• Prenate Essential Prescribing Information (FDA)


• PrimaCare Advantage MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• PrimaCare ONE capsules


• PrimaCare One MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Renate DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Se-Natal 19 Chewable Tablets MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Se-Natal 19 Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Tandem DHA Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Tandem OB Prescribing Information (FDA)


• TriAdvance Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Triveen-One MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Triveen-PRx RNF Prescribing Information (FDA)


• UltimateCare ONE NF Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Ultra NatalCare MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Vitafol-One MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Zatean-CH Prescribing Information (FDA)

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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about prenatal vitamins.

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Multivitamin

Generic Name: multivitamin (MUL tee VYE ta min)

Brand names: Berocca, Primaplex, ...show all 231 brand names.Becomject-100, M.V.I.-12, Nephplex Rx, Nephrocaps, B-Ject 100, Therobec, B-Plex, Formula B, Vitaplex, Tri-Vi-Sol, Vi-Daylin ADC, Nephro-Vite Rx, Lipogen, Lipotriad, Lipoflavonoid, Cholinoid, Liponol, Bee-Comp with C, Cholidase, Cota-B-Plex, 1000 BC, Neurodep, Neuroforte-Six, M.V.I. Pediatric, B-Plex Plus, Nephrolan Rx, Zymacap, Vi-Daylin, Poly-Vi-Sol, Dayalets, Sigtab, Therems, StressTabs, Allbee-C 800, Cefol, Cod Liver Oil, Daily Multiple Vitamins, Daily Vite, Protegra, Sesame St. Vitamins with Extra C, Surbex-T, Theragran, Superplex-T, Vi-Stress, Cod Liver Oil Mint, Animal Shape Vitamins, B-50 Complex, B-Complex 50, Vitamin B Complex 100, Balanced B-100, B-Stress, B-Scorbic, Bee with C, Children's Chewable Multivitamins, Balanced B-50, Balanced B-150, Unicap Capsule, Unicap Jr., Unicap, Optilets-500, Super Plenamins, Vitamins for Hair, Tab-A-Vite, One-A-Day Essentials, Essential Balance, Vi-Daylin Chewable, Sunkist Child Chewable with C, Sunkist Child Chewable, Poly-Vi-Sol Chewable, Fruity Chew, Poly-Vit Chew, Chewable-Vite, Flintstones Multivitamins, Bugs Bunny with Extra C, Flintstones with C Multivitamins, Bounty Bear Vitamins, Garfield Vitamins, Vi-Daylin Drops, Poly-Vi-Sol Drops, Baby Vitamin Drop, Vita Drop, Poly Vit Drops, M.V.C. SDV, Glutofac, Allbee-C, Nephro-Vite, Vitabee with C, Stress B with C, High Potency B+C, Farbee with C, Surbex with C, Super B Complex, Surbex, Vitamin B-50, Vitamin B-100, Vitamin B-100 T/R, Hexavitamin, Kenwood Therapeutic, Thera, Theravite, Thera-Plus, Oncovite, Beminal-500, High Potency B Complex with B12 and C, Super B-50, Super B-100 TD, Tri-Vit Drops, Stress Formula, One Tab Daily, Vitamin C, E, and Rose Hips, Scotts Emulsion, Stress Formula 600, Tri-Vit, B Complex 50, Mega B, Folgard, Apatate, T-Vites, High B Complex, Theragenerix, Cernevit, Cardiotek, Beminal, Beminal with C Fortis, Bugs Bunny Multiple Vitamins, Fletanol, Male Formula, Allbee with C, Prevital, Surbex Filmtab, T-BMP, Tender Age Vitamin ADC, Watkins Harvest, Foltx, Folgard Rx 2.2, Cernevit-12, Infuvite, Infuvite Pediatric, Diatx, Vitamin A, D, One-A-Day 50+, Thex Forte, Protegra Cardio, Vitamin Daily Liquid, Rena-Vite Rx, Renal Caps, Icar C, Renaphro, Cerefolin, Dialyvite Rx, Dialyvite 800, Vesselvite, Folbee Plus, Folbee, Folcaps, Combgen, Abidec, Unichem Multivitamin, Topfit Vitamin B Complex, Topfit Vitamin B Complex Forte, Vitamin B Compound Strong, Health Aid Multivitamin, Vitamins, Daflon, Essentiale, Jetepar, Neurobion, Vitamin A and D Concentrate, Centrum 8400, M.V.I. Adult, Nephronex, Animi-3 (obsolete), Foltrate, Cardiotek Rx, Folbic, Metanx, D-400 international units, Folbalin Plus, Folbalin, Multi Vits with Beta Carotene, Foltabs 800, Folgard RX, B-Complex with B-12, FaBB, CerefolinNAC, Folamin, DexFol, One-A-Day Men's Health Formula, Rena-Vite, Equaline One Daily Essential, Daily-Vite Men's Formula, Folplex, Folmor, Zycose, Biotin Forte, Vigomar Forte, Vimar, Multi-Delyn, Foleve Plus, Folnate, Folnate Plus, Foleve, B 100 Complex, Renatabs, AllanTex, Cardiotek-Rx, NuFol, Folplex 2.2, Reno Caps, Ivites Rx, TL Gard, Vita-Respa, Folast, Triphro, Enfolast-N, Enfolast, Neurpath-B, Triveen-CF, Rovin-CF, Vol-Care Rx, Nephrocaps QT, B-Complex SR, Apetigen, L-methylfolate Ca, Me-Cbl NAC, L-methylfolate Ca, P-5-P, Me-Cbl, MTX Support, Menopause Relief with Lifenol, Vitacirc-B, Alz-Nac

What is multivitamin?

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

Multivitamins 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.

Multivitamins may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about multivitamins?

Never take more than the recommended dose of a multivitamin. Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product at the same time unless your doctor tells you to. Taking similar vitamin products together can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate, confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects. Certain minerals contained in a multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms if you take too much.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, hair loss, peeling skin, tingly feeling in or around your mouth, changes in menstrual periods, weight loss, severe headache, muscle or joint pain, severe back pain, blood in your urine, pale skin, and easy bruising or bleeding.

Do not take this medication with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium. Calcium may make it harder for your body to absorb certain ingredients of the multivitamin.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking multivitamins?

Many vitamins can cause serious or life-threatening side effects if taken in large doses. Do not take more of this medication than directed on the label or prescribed by your doctor.

If you have any medical conditions, ask your doctor before taking a multivitamin. If you have certain conditions, you may need a certain vitamin formulation or special tests while taking a multivitamin.

Do not take multivitamins without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Some vitamins and minerals can harm an unborn baby if taken in large doses. You may need to use a prenatal vitamin specially formulated for pregnant women. Multivitamins 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.

How should I take multivitamins?

Use this medication as directed on the label, or as your doctor has prescribed. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.

Never take more than the recommended dose of a multivitamin. Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product at the same time unless your doctor tells you to. Taking similar vitamin products together can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Many multivitamin products also contain minerals such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc. Minerals (especially taken in large doses) can cause side effects such as tooth staining, increased urination, stomach bleeding, uneven heart rate, confusion, and muscle weakness or limp feeling. Read the label of any multivitamin product you take to make sure you are aware of what it contains.

Take your multivitamin with a full glass of water.

The chewable tablet must be chewed or allowed to dissolve in your mouth before swallowing.

Measure the liquid form of multivitamins using a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist where you can get one.

Liquid multivitamins may sometimes be mixed with water, fruit juice, or infant formula (but not milk or other dairy products). Follow the directions on the medicine label.

It is important to take multivitamins regularly to get the most benefit.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the liquid medicine from freezing.

Store multivitamins in their original container. Storing multivitamins in a glass container can ruin the medication.

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. An overdose of vitamins A, D, E, or K can cause serious or life-threatening side effects. Certain minerals contained in a multivitamin may also cause serious overdose symptoms if you take too much.

Overdose symptoms may include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, hair loss, peeling skin, tingly feeling in or around your mouth, changes in menstrual periods, weight loss, severe headache, muscle or joint pain, severe back pain, blood in your urine, pale skin, and easy bruising or bleeding.

What should I avoid while taking multivitamins?

Avoid taking more than one multivitamin product at the same time unless your doctor tells you to. Taking similar vitamin products together can result in a vitamin overdose or serious side effects.

Avoid the regular use of salt substitutes in your diet if your multivitamin contains potassium. If you are on a low-salt diet, ask your doctor before taking a vitamin or mineral supplement.

Do not take this medication with milk, other dairy products, calcium supplements, or antacids that contain calcium. Calcium may make it harder for your body to absorb certain ingredients of the multivitamin.

Multivitamins 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.

When taken as directed, multivitamins are not expected to cause serious side effects. Less serious side effects may include:

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  upset stomach;

  
  


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  headache; or

  
  


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  unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.

  
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect multivitamins?

Vitamin and mineral supplements can interact with certain medications, or affect how medications work in your body. Before taking a multivitamin, tell your doctor if you also use:

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  diuretics (water pills);

  
  


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  heart or blood pressure medications;

  
  


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  tretinoin (Vesanoid);

  
  


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  isotretinoin (Accutane, Amnesteen, Clavaris, Sotret);

  
  


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  trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole (Cotrim, Bactrim, Septra, TMP/SMX); or

  
  


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  an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine), indomethacin (Indocin), ketoprofen (Orudis), and others.

  
  

This list is not complete and there may be other medications that can interact with or be affected by multivitamins. 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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• Multivitamin Drug Interactions
• Multivitamin Support Group
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• Balanced B-50 Controlled-Release Tablets MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Cardiotek-RX MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Cerefolin MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Cholinoid MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Diatx MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Folbee Plus MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Folcaps MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Folplex Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Foltabs 800 Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Foltrate MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Infuvite Pediatric Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Ivites Rx MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Metanx MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Nephrocaps Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Nephrocaps


• Protegra MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Renal Caps Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Tri-Vi-Sol MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Vitamin A Monograph (AHFS DI)

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• Hyperhomocysteinemia

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about multivitamins.

Liposyn

Generic Name: fat emulsion (Intravenous route, Injection route)

fat e-MULL-shun

Intravenous route(Emulsion)

Deaths due to intravascular fat accumulation in the lungs in preterm infants after infusion of intravenous fat emulsion have been reported in the medical literature. Use caution when treating premature and low birth weight infants with intravenous fat emulsion and strictly adhere to the recommended total daily dose and hourly infusion rates. Hourly infusion rate should be as slow as possible in each case and fat should not in any case exceed 1 g fat/kg in four hours. Carefully monitor serum triglycerides and/or plasma free fatty acid levels in these patients .

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Liposyn

Available Dosage Forms:

• Emulsion


• Injectable

Therapeutic Class: Parenteral Lipids

Uses For Liposyn

Fat emulsions are used as dietary supplements for patients who are unable to get enough fat in their diet, usually because of certain illnesses or recent surgery. Fats are used by the body for energy and to form substances needed for normal body functions.

Fat emulsions are available by injection only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Liposyn

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Fat emulsions may cause or worsen lung problems or jaundice if given to premature infants. Although there is no specific information comparing use of fat emulsions in older children with use in other age groups, it is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in older children than it does in adults.

Geriatric

Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. Although there is no specific information comparing use of fat emulsions in the elderly with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Blood problems or


• Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) or


• High cholesterol levels or


• Infection or


• Jaundice or


• Kidney disease or


• Liver disease or


• Lung disease or


• Pancreas disease—Fat emulsions may make these conditions worse

Proper Use of Liposyn

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For injection dosage form:
  
  • For nutritional supplement:
    
    • Adults and teenagers—At first, the dose is 0.5 to 1 milliliter (mL) per minute injected slowly into a vein over a period of fifteen to thirty minutes. Your doctor may increase the rate of the injection until up to 250 to 500 mL have been injected over four to six hours.
    
    
    • Children—At first, the dose is 0.1 mL per minute injected slowly into a vein over a period of fifteen minutes. Your doctor may increase the rate of the injection up to 50 to 100 mL per hour.
    
    
  
  

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Precautions While Using Liposyn

It is very important that your doctor check your progress weekly while you are receiving fat emulsions to make sure that this medicine does not cause unwanted effects.

Fat emulsions can lower your ability to fight infection. If you think you are getting an infection, check with your doctor.

Liposyn Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Chills


• fever


• sore throat

Rare

• Bluish color of skin


• chest or back pain


• difficulty in breathing


• headache


• hives


• unusual bleeding or bruising


• unusual irritability


• unusual tiredness or weakness


• yellow eyes or skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Redness, swelling, or pain at place of injection

Less common

• Diarrhea


• dizziness


• flushing


• nausea and vomiting

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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• Liposyn Support Group
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Methenamine

meth-EN-a-meen

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Hiprex


• Mandelamine


• Urex

In Canada

• Urasal

Available Dosage Forms:

• Tablet


• Suspension


• Tablet, Enteric Coated

Therapeutic Class: Antiseptic

Uses For methenamine

Methenamine belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives. It is used to help prevent and treat infections of the urinary tract. Methenamine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using methenamine

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For methenamine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to methenamine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Although there is no special information comparing use of methenamine in children with use in other age groups, methenamine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in children than it does in adults.

Geriatric

Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing use of methenamine in the elderly with use in other age groups.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of methenamine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Dehydration (severe) or


• Kidney disease (severe)—Patients with severe kidney disease who take methenamine may have an increase in side effects that affect the kidneys

• Liver disease (severe)—Patients with severe liver disease who take methenamine may have an increase in symptoms of their liver disease

Proper Use of methenamine

Before you start taking methenamine, check your urine with phenaphthazine paper or another test to see if it is acid. Your urine must be acidic (pH 5.5 or below) for methenamine to work properly. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.

The following changes in your diet may help make your urine more acid; however, check with your doctor first if you are on a special diet (for example, for diabetes). Avoid most fruits (especially citrus fruits and juices), milk and other dairy products, and other foods that make the urine less acid. Also, avoid antacids unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Eating more protein and foods such as cranberries (especially cranberry juice with vitamin C added), plums, or prunes may also help. If your urine is still not acid enough, check with your doctor.

If methenamine causes nausea or upset stomach, it may be taken after meals and at bedtime.

For patients taking the dry granule form of methenamine :

• Dissolve the contents of each packet in 2 to 4 ounces of cold water immediately before taking. Stir well. Be sure to drink all the liquid to get the full dose of medicine.

For patients taking the oral liquid form of methenamine :

• Use a specially marked measuring spoon or other device to measure each dose accurately. The average household teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid.

For patients taking the enteric-coated tablet form of methenamine:

• Swallow tablets whole. Do not break, crush, or take if chipped.

To help clear up your infection completely, keep taking methenamine for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better after a few days. Do not miss any doses.

Dosing

The dose of methenamine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of methenamine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For the treatment of urinary tract infections:
  
  • For oral dosage form (methenamine hippurate tablets):
    
    • Adults and children 12 years of age and over—1 gram two times a day. Take in the morning and the evening.
    
    
    • Children up to 6 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
    • Children 6 to 12 years of age—500 milligrams (mg) to 1 gram two times a day. Take in the morning and the evening.
    
    
  
  
  • For oral dosage form (methenamine mandelate enteric-coated tablets, regular tablets, solution, and suspension):
    
    • Adults and children 12 years of age and over—1 gram four times a day. Take after meals and at bedtime.
    
    
    • Children up to 6 years of age—Dose is based on body weight. The usual dose is 18.3 mg per kilogram (kg) (8.3 mg per pound) of body weight four times a day. Take after meals and at bedtime.
    
    
    • Children 6 to 12 years of age—500 mg four times a day. Take after meals and at bedtime.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of methenamine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Precautions While Using methenamine

If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

methenamine Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

• Skin rash

Rare

• Blood in urine


• lower back pain


• pain or burning while urinating

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

• Nausea and vomiting

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: methenamine side effects (in more detail)

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• Methenamine Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Drug Images
• Methenamine Drug Interactions
• Methenamine Support Group
• 5 Reviews for Methenamine - Add your own review/rating

• methenamine Concise Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)


• Methenamine Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Methenamine MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Methenamine Monograph (AHFS DI)


• Hiprex Prescribing Information (FDA)

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• Prevention of Bladder infection

Mefoxin

Generic Name: cefoxitin (Intravenous route)

sef-OX-i-tin

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Mefoxin

Available Dosage Forms:

• Powder for Solution


• Solution

Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic

Pharmacologic Class: 2nd Generation Cephalosporin

Uses For Mefoxin

Cefoxitin injection is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. This medicine is also given before certain types of surgery to prevent infections.

Cefoxitin injection belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Mefoxin

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of cefoxitin injection in children. However, safety and efficacy have not been established in children younger than 3 months old.

Geriatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of cefoxitin injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving cefoxitin injection.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	B	Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus.

Breast Feeding

Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Colitis (inflammation in gut), history of or


• Diarrhea, severe, history of or


• Seizures—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Kidney disease—Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body.

Proper Use of Mefoxin

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.

Precautions While Using Mefoxin

If your symptoms or your child's symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

Cefoxitin injection may cause diarrhea, and in some cases it can be severe. Do not take any medicine or give medicine to your child to treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. Diarrhea medicines may make the diarrhea worse or make it last longer. If you have any questions about this or if mild diarrhea continues or gets worse, check with your doctor.

Before you or your child have any medical tests, tell the medical doctor in charge that you are receiving this medicine. The results of some tests may be affected by this medicine.

Mefoxin Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Changes in skin color


• pain


• swelling of the foot or leg


• tenderness

Rare

• Agitation


• coma


• confusion


• decreased urine output


• depression


• dizziness


• headache


• hostility


• irritability


• lethargy


• muscle twitching


• nausea


• rapid weight gain


• seizures


• stupor


• swelling of the face, ankles, or hands


• unusual tiredness or weakness

Incidence not known

• Abdominal or stomach cramps or tenderness


• back, leg, or stomach pains


• bleeding and bruising


• bleeding gums


• blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin


• bloating


• bloody or cloudy urine


• bloody, black, or tarry stools


• chest pain


• chills


• clay-colored stools


• cloudy urine


• cough


• coughing up blood


• cracks in the skin


• dark urine


• decrease in urine output or decrease in urine-concentrating ability


• diarrhea


• diarrhea, watery and severe, which may also be bloody


• difficult or labored breathing


• difficult or painful urination


• difficulty with breathing, chewing, swallowing, or talking


• dizziness


• double vision


• drooping eyelids


• fast heartbeat


• feeling of discomfort


• fever


• general body swelling


• greatly decreased frequency of urination or amount of urine


• headache


• high fever


• hives


• increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding


• increased thirst


• inflammation of the joints


• itching


• itching of the vagina or genital area


• joint or muscle pain


• large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs


• loss of appetite


• loss of heat from the body


• muscle aches


• muscle weakness


• nosebleeds


• pain during sexual intercourse


• pale skin


• paralysis


• prolonged bleeding from cuts


• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue


• rash


• red or black, tarry stools


• red or dark brown urine


• red skin lesions, often with a purple center


• red, irritated eyes


• red, swollen skin


• scaly skin


• severe tiredness


• shortness of breath


• sore throat


• sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth


• sudden decrease in the amount of urine


• swelling of the feet or lower legs


• swollen lymph glands


• swollen or painful glands


• thick, white vaginal discharge with no odor or with a mild odor


• tightness in the chest


• troubled breathing with exertion


• unexplained bleeding or bruising


• unpleasant breath odor


• unusual bleeding or bruising


• unusual weight loss


• vomiting


• vomiting of blood


• wheezing


• yellowing of the eyes or skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Red streaks on the skin


• swelling, tenderness, or pain at the injection site

Incidence not known

• Hives or welts


• redness of the skin

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Mefoxin side effects (in more detail)

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