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Generic name: Aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold And Cough Powerfast Fizz? Aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine is a combination medicine used in adults and children at least 12 years old to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, headaches, runny nose, sinus congestion and pressure, sneezing, sore throat, nasal congestion and fever caused by the common cold. Aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use aspirin, chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine i...

Generic name: Diclofenac and lidocaine topical Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Diclona? Diclofenac and lidocaine topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to relieve pain from arthritis, backache, cramps, neck ache, soreness, sprains, and strains. Diclofenac and lidocaine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to diclofenac, lidocaine, or to other numbing medicines, such as benzocaine, bupivacaine, mepivacaine, and others. Diclofenac and lidocaine topical can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (c...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Avacincaptad Pegol Ophthalmic? Avacincaptad pegol ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to treat an eye condition called geographic atrophy in adults with age-related macular degeneration. Avacincaptad pegol ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not receive avacincaptad pegol ophthalmic if you have swelling or infection in or around your eye. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: increased pressure inside your eyes. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. How should I use Avacincaptad Pegol Ophthalmic ...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is L-Carnitine Plus? Levocarnitine is used to treat carnitine deficiency. Levocarnitine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had: seizures or epilepsy; if you use a blood thinner (such as warfarin) and you have routine "INR" or prothrombin time tests; or kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. How should I use L-Carnitine Plus ...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Omidubicel? Omidubicel is used in adults and children at least 12 years old with a certain type of blood cancer receiving a type of stem cell transplant to help increase white blood cells recovery and decrease the risk of infections. Omidubicel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use omidubicel if you are allergic to dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), dextran 40, gentamicin, human serum albumin, or bovine products. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: an antibiotic allergy; or kidney disease. You may need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant...

Generic name: Dextromethorphan and hexylresorcinol Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mucinex Instasoothe Sore Throat Plus Cough Relief? Dextromethorphan and hexylresorcinol is a combination medicine used in adults and children at least 6 years old to treat cough, pain due to a sore mouth or sore throat, and pain due to canker sores. Dextromethorphan and hexylresorcinol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Do not use this medicine if you are using or if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, and tranylcypromine....

Generic name: Adalimumab Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Yuflyma Prefilled Syringe? Adalimumab is used alone or in combination with methotrexate to treat rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Adalimumab may also be used in adults and children to treat many inflammatory conditions such as Crohn's disease, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Some brand forms of adalimumab are used only in adults. Adalimumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Before you start using adalimumab , tell your doct...

Generic name: Vonoprazan Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Voquezna? Vonoprazan is used in adults to reduce stomach acid and promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid). Vonoprazan is also used in combination with antibiotics for treating infections caused by Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). Vonoprazan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use vonoprazan if you are allergic to it, or if you use: rilpivirine-containing products. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: low levels of calcium in your blood (hypocalcemia); low blood levels of potassium or magnesium; if you take a diuretic (...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mirakel Pain Relief Roll-On? Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). There are many brands and forms of lidocaine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Lidocaine topical (for use on the skin) is used to reduce pain or discomfort caused by skin irritations such as sunburn, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and minor cuts, scratches, or burns. Lidocaine topical is also used to treat rectal discomfort caused by hemorrhoids. Lidocaine intradermal device can be used in minor medical procedures such as venipuncture or peripheral intravenous cannulation. Lidocaine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings ...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Fecal Microbiota Spores, Live? Fecal microbiota spores, live is used in adults to prevent a Clostridium difficile infection from coming back. Fecal microbiota spores, live is only used after completion of an antibiotic treatment course for a recurrent Clostridium difficile infection. Fecal microbiota spores, live is not used to treat an active Clostridium difficile infection. Fecal microbiota spores, live may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Tell your doctor if you have or ever had: an allergy to any foods or drugs; have other medical conditions; an active or chronic infection; o kidney disease. Fecal microbiota spores, liv...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is First-Pantoprazole? Pantoprazole is used to promote healing of erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid) in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Pantoprazole is also used in adults to treat the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other conditions involving excessive stomach acid such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Pantoprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use pantoprazole if you are allergic to it, or if you have: breathing problems; or you are allergic to any other stomach acid medicine such as lansoprazole, rabeprazole, esomeprazole, omepr...