Drugs & Medications A to Z

Generic name: Acetaminophen (oral) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Little Fevers Children's Fever/Pain Reliever Berry Flavor? Acetaminophen is used to reduce fever and relieve minor pain caused by conditions such as colds or flu, headache, muscle aches, arthritis, and menstrual cramps. Acetaminophen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not take acetaminophen if you are allergic to it, or if you take other medications that contain acetaminophen. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you've ever had cirrhosis of the liver, or if you...

Generic name: Dexamethasone (oral) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Locort 7-Day? There are many brands and forms of dexamethasone available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Dexamethasone is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Dexamethasone is used to treat many different conditions such as allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, or breathing disorders. Dexamethasone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use dexamethasone if you are allergic to it, or if you have: a fungal infection anywhere in your body. Tell your doctor if you h...

Generic name: Acetaminophen and hydrocodone Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Lortab 10/325? Acetaminophen and hydrocodone is a combination medicine used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Acetaminophen and hydrocodone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Acetaminophen and hydrocodone contains an opioid medicine, and may be habit-forming. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to acetaminophen or hydrocodone, or if you have: If you use opioid medicine while you are pregnant, your baby could become dependent on the drug. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born. Babies born dependent on opioids ma...

Generic name: Topical emollients Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Lubrex? Emollients are substances that moisten and soften your skin. Topical (for the skin) emollients are used to treat or prevent dry skin. Topical emollients are sometimes contained in products that also treat acne, chapped lips, diaper rash, cold sores, or other minor skin irritation. There are many brands and forms of topical emollients available and not all are listed on this leaflet. Topical emollients may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use a topical emollient if you are allergic to it. Topical emollients will not treat or prevent a skin infection. Ask a doctor ...

Generic name: Fluvoxamine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Luvox CR? Fluvoxamine is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Fluvoxamine is used to treat symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) in adults and children at least 8 years old. Fluvoxamine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not take fluvoxamine if you are allergic to it. Do not use fluvoxamine within 14 days before or 14 days after you have taken an MAO inhibitor. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, and others. Some drugs should not be used with fluvox...

Generic name: Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mag-Al Plus? Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone is a combination medicine used to treat heartburn, acid indigestion, upset stomach, bloating caused by gas, or stomach discomfort caused by eating or drinking too much. Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, or simethicone. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have: kidney disease; or if you are on a l...

Generic name: Simethicone Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Major-Con? Simethicone is used to relieve painful pressure caused by excess gas in the stomach and intestines. Simethicone is for use in babies, children, and adults. Simethicone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use simethicone if you are allergic to it. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have any type of serious illness (especially one that affects your stomach or intestines). The liquid form may contain phenylalanine...

Generic name: Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Masanti DS? Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone is a combination medicine used to treat heartburn, acid indigestion, upset stomach, bloating caused by gas, or stomach discomfort caused by eating or drinking too much. Aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, or simethicone. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have: kidney disease; or if you are on a lo...

Generic name: Prenatal multivitamins Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Maxinate? There are many brands and forms of prenatal multivitamins available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Prenatal multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Minerals may also be contained in prenatal multivitamins. Prenatal multivitamins are used to provide the additional vitamins and minerals needed during pregnancy. Prenatal multivitamins may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use prenatal multivitamins if you are allergic to it. Keep this product out of the reach of children...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Measles, Mumps, And Rubella? Measles, mumps, and rubella are serious diseases caused by viruses spread from person to person. Becoming infected with rubella virus (also called German Measles) during pregnancy can result in a miscarriage or serious birth defects. The measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine is used to help prevent these diseases by causing your body to develop immunity to the disease. This vaccine will not treat an active infection that has already developed in the body. MMR vaccine is for use in people 12 months of age and older who have never received the vaccine or had the diseases. Like any vaccine, the MMR vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person. Warnings ...

Generic name: Lidocaine and prilocaine topical Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Medolor Pak? Lidocaine and prilocaine are local anesthetics (numbing medicines). They work by blocking nerve signals in your body. Lidocaine and prilocaine topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to numb the skin or surfaces of the penis or vagina. This medicine is used to prepare you for minor surgery or medical procedures on these areas. Lidocaine and prilocaine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use lidocaine and prilocaine topical if you are allergic to any type of numbing medicine. Fatal overdoses have occurred when numbing medi...