Monday, 26 October 2009

Oxygen Helium Mixture




Dosage Form: gas
Helium Oxygen Mix Label

COMPRESSED GAS , OXIDIZING, N.O.S. (70% HELIUM USP, 30% OXYGEN USP) UN 3156

NON-FLAMMABLE GAS  2    OXIDIZER 5.1

34313 (01/09)     OXYGEN CONTENT OVER 23.5%

Rx only. CAUTION: Federal law prohibits dispensing without prescription. WARNING: Administration of this gas may be hazardous or contraindicated. For use only by or under supervision of a licensed practitioner who is experienced in the use and administration of gas mixtures, and is familiar with the indications, effects, dosages, methods, and frequency and duration of administration, and with the hazards, contraindications, and side effects and the precautions to be taken. WARNING: HIGH PRESSURE OXIDIZING GAS. MAY VIGOROUSLY ACCELERATE COMBUSTION. Store and use with adequate ventilation. Keep oil and grease away. Use only with equipment cleaned for oxygen service and rated for cylinder pressure. Use a back flow preventive device in the piping. Cylinder temperatures should not exceed 52C (125F). Open valve slowly. Close valve after each use and when empty. Use in accordance with the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS). FIRST AID: IF INHALED, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.  HELIUM CAS: 7440-59-7   OXYGEN CAS: 7782-44-7

DO NOT REMOVE THIS PRODUCT LABEL.

Cylinders must be refilled by:

Encompass Medical and Specialty Gases, LTD. 4646 Linden Road P.O. Box 5404 Rockford, IL 61109

CONTENTS:  LTRS    CU. FT.









HELIUM OXYGEN MIX 
helium oxygen mix  gas










Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUGNDC Product Code (Source)48883-007
Route of AdministrationRESPIRATORY (INHALATION)DEA Schedule    











Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
Helium (Helium)Helium500 mL  in 1 L
Oxygen (Oxygen)Oxygen500 mL  in 1 L





Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
No Inactive Ingredients Found


















Product Characteristics
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FlavorImprint Code
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Packaging
#NDCPackage DescriptionMultilevel Packaging
148883-007-01617 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
248883-007-02623 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
348883-007-03629 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
448883-007-04640 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
548883-007-05654 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
648883-007-065689 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
748883-007-075743 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
848883-007-085796 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
948883-007-095904 L In 1 CYLINDERNone
1048883-007-106009 L In 1 CYLINDERNone










Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
unapproved medical gas04/15/2009


Labeler - Encompass Medical & Specialty Gases Ltd (963344143)









Establishment
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Encompass Medical & Specialty Gases Ltd963344143manufacture









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Encompass Medical & Specialty Gases Ltd963719286manufacture









Establishment
NameAddressID/FEIOperations
Encompass Medical & Specialty Gases Ltd963719096manufacture









Establishment
NameAddressID/FEIOperations
Encompass Medical & Specialty Gases Ltd963718361manufacture
Revised: 12/2011Encompass Medical & Specialty Gases Ltd



Tuesday, 20 October 2009

Robinul Forte


Pronunciation: GLYE-koe-PIR-oh-late
Generic Name: Glycopyrrolate
Brand Name: Robinul and Robinul Forte


Robinul Forte is used for:

Treating peptic ulcers in combination with other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Robinul Forte is an anticholinergic. It works by blocking the activity of a certain substance (acetylcholine) in the body, which decreases stomach acid secretion.


Do NOT use Robinul Forte if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Robinul Forte

  • you have glaucoma, urinary blockage (eg, inability to urinate), certain stomach or bowel problems (eg, stomach or bowel blockage, bowel paralysis, severe ulcerative colitis, toxic megacolon), myasthenia gravis, or heart problems caused by bleeding

  • you are taking a solid oral doseform of potassium (eg, a tablet)

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



Before using Robinul Forte:


Some medical conditions may interact with Robinul Forte. 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 nerve problems (eg, autonomic neuropathy), prostate problems, trouble urinating, liver problems, kidney problems, increased pressure in the eyes, an overactive thyroid, or a family history of glaucoma

  • if you have heart problems (eg, coronary heart disease, heart failure), a fast or irregular heartbeat, or high blood pressure

  • if you have stomach or bowel problems (eg, ulcerative colitis), hiatal hernia along with reflux disease, constipation or diarrhea, or if you have an ileostomy or colostomy

  • if you are in poor health

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Robinul Forte. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:


  • Solid oral potassium products (eg, tablets) because the risk of stomach or bowel irritation may be increased by Robinul Forte

  • Anticholinergics (eg, benztropine), phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because they may increase the risk of Robinul Forte's side effects

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Robinul Forte 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 Robinul Forte:


Use Robinul Forte as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Take Robinul Forte by mouth with or without food.

  • If you miss a dose of Robinul Forte, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Robinul Forte.



Important safety information:


  • Robinul Forte may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Robinul Forte with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

  • Check with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are using Robinul Forte; it may add to their effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.

  • Drinking fluids, maintaining good oral hygiene, and sucking on hard sugarless candy can help relieve dry mouth.

  • Do not become overheated in hot weather or while you are being active; heatstroke may occur.

  • Use Robinul Forte with extreme caution if you have a fever because heatstroke caused by decreased sweating may occur.

  • Robinul Forte may make your eyes more sensitive to sunlight. It may help to wear sunglasses.

  • Use Robinul Forte with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • Caution is advised when using Robinul Forte in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • Robinul Forte should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old; 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 Robinul Forte while you are pregnant. It is not known if Robinul Forte is found in breast milk. Robinul Forte may decrease milk production. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Robinul Forte, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby, as well as any questions or concerns about this information.


Possible side effects of Robinul Forte:


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:



Bloated feeling; blurred vision; constipation; decreased sweating; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; dry skin; enlarged pupils; headache; loss of taste; nausea; nervousness; sleeplessness; weakness.



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); chest pain; confusion; decreased sexual ability; diarrhea; difficulty focusing the eyes; difficulty urinating; excitement; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; seizures; severe or persistent dizziness, light-headedness, or headache; shortness of breath; unusual weakness; 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: Robinul Forte 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. Symptoms may include blurred vision; confusion; difficulty breathing; enlarged pupils; excessive thirst; flushed, hot, dry skin; muscle weakness; nausea; paralysis; restlessness; seizures; severe dry mouth; unusual dizziness or drowsiness; vomiting.


Proper storage of Robinul Forte:

Store Robinul Forte at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Robinul Forte out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


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

  • Robinul Forte 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 Robinul Forte. 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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  • Glycopyrrolate Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)

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Monday, 19 October 2009

Trilam




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Monday, 12 October 2009

Fintex




Fintex may be available in the countries listed below.


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Finasteride

Finasteride is reported as an ingredient of Fintex in the following countries:


  • Ireland

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Sunday, 11 October 2009

Gen-Nabumetone




Gen-Nabumetone may be available in the countries listed below.


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Nabumetone

Nabumetone is reported as an ingredient of Gen-Nabumetone in the following countries:


  • Canada

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Thursday, 1 October 2009

Metoclox




Metoclox may be available in the countries listed below.


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Metoclopramide

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Monday, 28 September 2009

OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets



Pronunciation: OX-i-KOE-done
Generic Name: Oxycodone
Brand Name: OxyContin

OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets are a narcotic pain reliever that is similar to morphine and is used for around-the-clock treatment of moderate or severe pain. It should not be used to treat occasional pain; mild, short-term pain after surgery; or pain that occurs immediately after surgery or injury.


Swallow OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets whole. Do NOT break, crush, chew, dissolve, or split OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. Doing so may cause the release of too much medicine into the bloodstream, which could be fatal.


OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets may cause severe breathing problems. This effect may be worse if you take it with certain other medicines. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may add to this effect. Contact your doctor right away if you experience slow or shallow breathing.





OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets are used for:

Treating moderate to severe pain when around-the-clock pain medicine is needed for an extended period of time.


OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets are a narcotic (opioid) pain reliever. It works in the brain and nervous system to reduce pain.


Do NOT use OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets

  • you have known or suspected bowel blockage (eg, paralytic ileus)

  • you have very slow or difficult breathing, severe asthma, or you are having an asthma attack

  • you are taking sodium oxybate (GHB) or you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days

  • you are taking another around-the-clock opioid pain medicine

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



Before using OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets:


Some medical conditions may interact with OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. 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, especially other narcotic pain relievers (eg, morphine, hydromorphone); foods; or other substances

  • if you have a history of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or other lung or breathing problems

  • if you have a history of recent head injury, increased pressure in the brain, growths in the brain (eg, tumors, lesions), or seizures

  • if you have a history of heart problems, low blood pressure, liver problems, kidney problems, thyroid problems, adrenal gland problems (eg, Addison disease), curvature of the spine, gallbladder problems, prostate problems, trouble urinating, or the blood disease porphyria

  • if you have a history of stomach or bowel problems (eg, inflammation, blockage, esophagus or colon cancer) or surgery

  • if you have difficulty swallowing, severe drowsiness, constipation, low blood oxygen levels, high blood carbon dioxide levels, low blood volume, inflammation of the pancreas, a certain type of severe or persistent diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis), or stomach pain

  • if you have a history of mood or mental problems (eg, depression, hallucinations), suicidal thoughts or behavior, drug or alcohol abuse, or if you are in alcohol or drug withdrawal

  • if a member of your family has a history of mental or mood problems, or drug or alcohol abuse

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:


  • Azole antifungals (eg, ketoconazole), cimetidine, furazolidone, macrolide antibiotics (eg, erythromycin), MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), nefazodone, phenothiazines (eg, chlorpromazine), protease inhibitors (eg, boceprevir, ritonavir), sodium oxybate (GHB), telithromycin, or certain medicines for nausea and vomiting (eg, ondansetron) because the risk of side effects, such as severe drowsiness, slow or difficult breathing, confusion, and seizures, may be increased

  • Carbamazepine, mixed narcotic agonists/antagonists (eg, buprenorphine, butorphanol, pentazocine), naltrexone, phenytoin, or rifamycins (eg, rifampin) because they may decrease OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets's effectiveness

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets 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 OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets:


Use OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets refilled.

  • Take OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.

  • Swallow OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets whole. Do not break, crush, chew, dissolve, or split before swallowing.

  • Some patients have reported trouble swallowing OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. These reports have included choking, gagging, spitting tablets back up, and getting tablets stuck in the throat. To decrease these risks, take OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets 1 tablet at a time if your dose calls for more than 1 tablet. Do not pre-soak, lick, or wet the tablet before you place it in your mouth. Take each tablet with enough water to be sure that you swallow it completely. Swallow OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets immediately after you place it in your mouth.

  • Take OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it. It is more effective in preventing pain than in treating pain after it occurs.

  • Tell your doctor if your pain gets worse or if you have breakthrough pain while taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets.

  • Do not suddenly stop taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. You may experience withdrawal symptoms. If you need to stop OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets, your doctor will gradually lower your dose.

  • If OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets are no longer needed, dispose of it as soon as possible by flushing it down the toilet.

  • If you miss a dose of OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets, take it as soon as possible. Take your next dose 12 hours later. Do not take 2 doses at once. Call your doctor if you miss a dose and you are not sure what to do.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets.



Important safety information:


  • OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or changes in judgment. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

  • Do not drink alcohol while you are taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets.

  • Check with your doctor before you use medicines that may cause drowsiness (eg, sleep aids, muscle relaxers) while you are taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets; they may add to OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets's effects. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines may cause drowsiness.

  • OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.

  • OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets may cause constipation. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about using a stool softener or laxative to prevent constipation. It is also important to maintain a diet adequate in fiber, drink plenty of water, and exercise to prevent constipation. If you become constipated while taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Do NOT take more than the prescribed dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.

  • Tell your doctor or dentist that you take OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.

  • Use OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially severe breathing problems.

  • OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old; safety and effectiveness in 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 OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets while you are pregnant. OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets are found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets.

When used for long periods of time or at high doses, OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets may not work as well and may require higher doses to obtain the same effect as when originally taken. This is known as TOLERANCE. Talk with your doctor if OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.


Some people who use OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets for a long time may develop a need to continue taking it. People who take high doses are also at risk. This is known as DEPENDENCE or addiction.


Do not suddenly stop taking OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. If you do, you may experience WITHDRAWAL symptoms including anxiety; diarrhea; fever, runny nose, or sneezing; goose bumps and abnormal skin sensations; nausea; vomiting; pain; rigid muscles; fast or irregular heartbeat; seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there; shivering or tremors; sweating; and trouble sleeping.



Possible side effects of OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets:


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:



Constipation; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; headache; nausea; sweating; vomiting; weakness.



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); abnormal snoring or sighing; confusion; difficulty urinating; fainting; fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; mental or mood changes; seizures; severe dizziness, drowsiness, or light-headedness; severe or persistent stomach pain, nausea, or constipation; shortness of breath; slow or shallow breathing; tremor; vision changes.



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: OxyContin 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. Symptoms may include abnormal snoring; cold and clammy skin; decreased pupil size; loss of consciousness; seizures; severe drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness; severe weakness; slow heartbeat; slow, shallow, or difficult breathing.


Proper storage of OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets:

Store OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from light, heat, and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets are 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 OxyContin Sustained-Release Tablets. 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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