USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language articles from August 2006

USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language archives from August 2006

Bronchodilators, Theophylline (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Aerolate Sr(3) Asmalix(3) Choledyl(2) Choledyl SA(2) Elixophyllin(3) Lanophyllin(3) Phyllocontin(1) Quibron-T Dividose(3) ...

Acetaminophen (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Aceta Elixir(1) Aceta Tablets(1) Acetaminophen Uniserts(1) Actamin(1) Actamin Extra(1) Actamin Super(2) Aminofen(1) Aminofen Max(1) Apacet Capsules(1) Apacet...

Acetaminophen, Sodium Bicarbonate, and Citric Acid (Systemic ).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Bromo-Seltzer Analgesic-antacid Description Acetaminophen, sodium bicarbonate, and citric acid (a-seat-a-MIN-oh-fen, SOE-dee-um bi-KAR-boe-nate, and SI-trik AS-id) combination is used to relieve pain...

Acyclovir (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zovirax In Canada -- Alti-Acyclovir Avirax Zovirax Zovirax Wellstat Pac Zovirax Zostab Pac Another commonly used name is aciclovir . Antiviral, systemic...

Acyclovir (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zovirax In Canada -- Zovirax Other commonly used names are acyclovir and acycloguanosine. Antiviral, topical Description Acyclovir (ay-SYE-kloe-veer) belongs to the family of...

Zolpidem (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Ambien Ambien CR Sedative-hypnotic Description Zolpidem (ZOLE-pi-dem) belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants (medicines that slow down the nervous...

Dornase Alfa (Inhalation).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Pulmozyme In Canada -- Pulmozyme Other commonly used names are: rhDNase and DNase I. Cystic fibrosis therapy adjunct Description Dornase alfa (DOR-nayse AL-fa) is used in the...

Felbamate (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Felbatol Another commonly used name is FBM. Anticonvulsant Description Felbamate ( FEL-ba-mate) is used to control some types of seizures in the treatment of epilepsy. Felbamate acts on the...

Ipratropium (Nasal).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Atrovent In Canada -- Atrovent Anticholinergic, nasal Description Ipratropium (i-pra-TROE-pee-um) nasal spray is used to relieve runny nose (rhinorrhea). The 0.03% nasal solution is used...

Ketorolac (Ophthalmic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Acular In Canada -- Acular Anti-inflammatory, nonsteroidal, ophthalmic Antipruritic, ophthalmic Description Ophthalmic ketorolac ( kee-toe-ROLE-ak) is an anti-inflammatory medicine....

Levocabastine (Ophthalmic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Livostin In Canada -- Livostin Antiallergic, ophthalmic Antihistaminic, H (1)-receptor, ophthalmic Description Levocabastine (lee-voe-KAB-as-teen) is used to treat certain disorders...

Paroxetine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Paxil Paxil CR In Canada -- Paxil Paxil CR Antianxiety agent antidepressant anti-obsessional agent antipanic agent posttraumatic stress disorder...

Rabies Immune Globulin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- BayRab Hyperab Imogam Rabies-HT Imogam In Canada -- Hyperab Imogam Other commonly used names are HRIG and RIG. Immunizing agent, passive Description Rabies...

Rabies Vaccine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Imovax(2) Imovax I.D.(2) Other commonly used names are: HDCV RVA For quick reference, the following rabies vaccines are numbered to match the corresponding brand...

Rh O(D) Immune Globulin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- BayRho-D Full Dose BayRho-D Mini-Dose MICRhoGAM RhoGAM WinRho SDF In Canada -- BayRho-D Full Dose WinRho SDF Other commonly used names are anti-D gammaglobulin ; anti-D...

Sodium Iodide I 131 (Therapeutic).
August 1, 2006... Antihyperthyroid agent Antineoplastic Description Sodium iodide I 131, ( SOE-dee-um EYE-oh-dyed) also called radioactive iodine or radioiodide, is a radiopharmaceutical (ray-dee-oh-far-ma-SOO-ti-kal)....

Tacrine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cognex Other commonly used names are THA and tetrahydroaminoacridine. Dementia symptoms treatment adjunct Description Tacrine (TAK-reen) is used to treat the symptoms of mild to moderate...

Famciclovir (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Famvir In Canada -- Famvir Antiviral, systemic Description Famciclovir (fam-SYE-kloe-veer) is used to treat the symptoms of herpes zoster (also known as shingles), a herpes virus infection of...

Granisetron (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Kytril In Canada -- Kytril Antiemetic Description Granisetron ( gra-NI-se-tron) is used to prevent the nausea and vomiting that may occur after treatment with anticancer medicines...

Pilocarpine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Salagen In Canada -- Salagen Cholinergic Description Pilocarpine ( pye-loe-KAR-peen) tablets are used to treat dryness of the mouth and throat caused by a decrease in the amount of saliva that...

Racemethionine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- M-Caps Pedameth Uracid Other commonly used names are methionine and (DL)-methionine . Acidifier, urinary Antidote, to acetaminophen overdose Description Racemethionine (...

Stavudine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zerit Zerit XR In Canada -- Zerit Another commonly used name is d4T. Antiviral, systemic Description Stavudine (STAV-yoo-deen) (also known as d4T) is used in the treatment of...

Tetracycline Periodontal Fibers (Dental).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Actisite Antibacterial, dental Description Tetracycline periodontal fibers (tet-ra-SYE-kleen pare-ee-o-DON-tal FI-bers) are used to help treat periodontal disease (a disease of your gums). Periodontal...

Calcipotriene (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Dovonex In Canada -- Dovonex Another commonly used name is MC 903. Antipsoriatic, topical Description Calcipotriene (kal-si-poe-TRY-een) is used to treat psoriasis. It works by...

Dipyridamole --Diagnostic (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Persantine In Canada -- Apo-Dipyridamole FC Apo-Dipyridamole SC Novo-Dipiradol Persantine Diagnostic aid adjunct, ischemic heart disease Description Dipyridamole...

Gabapentin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Neurontin In Canada -- Neurontin Novo-Gabapentin Another commonly used name is GBP. Anticonvulsant Antineuralgic Description Gabapentin (GA-ba-pen-tin) is used to help...

Meglumine Antimoniate (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... other countries Glucantim Glucantime Antiprotozoal, systemic Description Meglumine antimoniate (MEG-loo-meen an-ti-MOE-nee-ate) belongs to the group of medicines called antiprotozoals. Meglumine antimoniate is...

Mesalamine (Oral).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Asacol Pentasa In Canada -- Asacol Mesasal Pentasa Salofalk Other commonly used names are: 5-aminosalicylic acid, 5-ASA, and mesalazine. Bowel disease...

Prussian Blue (Oral).
August 1, 2006... Germany Antidotum Thallii-Heyl Radiogardase-Cs Other commonly used names are: Berlin blue , ferric ferrocyanide, ferric (III) hexacyanoferrate (II), and iron blue . Chelating agent Description Prussian...

Sincalide (Diagnostic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Kinevac In Canada -- Kinevac Cholecystokinetic Diagnostic aid, gallbladder function Diagnostic aid, pancreatic function Description Sincalide ( SIN-ka-lide) belongs to the...

Torsemide (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Demadex Antihypertensive Diuretic Description Torsemide (TORE-se-mide ) belongs to the group of medicines called loop diuretics. Torsemide is given to help reduce the amount of water in the...

Antidiabetic Agents, Sulfonylurea (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Amaryl(4) DiaBeta(6) Diabinese(2) Dymelor(1) Glucotrol(5) Glucotrol XL(5) Glynase PresTab(6) Micronase(6) Orinase(8) ...

Anti-inflammatory Drugs, Nonsteroidal (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Actron(9) Advil(7) Advil Caplets(7) Advil, Children's(7) Aleve(14) Anaprox(14) Anaprox DS(14) Ansaid(6) Bayer Select Ibuprofen...

Antivenin, Black Widow Spider (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Another commonly used name in the U.S. and Canada is antivenin ( (Latrodectus mactans)). Immunizing agent, passive Description Black widow spider antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known as immunizing agents. It is...

Antivenin, North American Coral Snake (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used names in the U.S. are antivenin ( Micrurus fulvius) and North American coral snake antivenin. Immunizing agent, active Description North American coral snake antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known...

Antivenin, Pit Viper (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used names are: antivenin ((crotalidae)) polyvalent and antvenin crotalid serum. Available as a generic name product in the U.S. and Canada. Immunizing agent, passive Description Pit viper antivenin belongs...

Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (BCG) Live (Systemic ).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- TICE BCG Immunizing agent, active Description Bacillus Calmette-Guerin (Ba-SIL'es Kal-met Geh-rin) (BCG) vaccine is given by injection to help prevent tuberculosis (TB). TB is a serious disease that can...

Calamine (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Calamox In Canada -- Diaper Rash Ointment Onguent de Calamine Antipruritic, topical Skin protectant Description Calamine (KAL-a-meen) is used to relieve the itching, pain, and...

Diethyltoluamide (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Backwoods Cutter Cutter Pleasant Protection Deep Woods OFF! Deep Woods OFF! For Sportsmen Muskol OFF! OFF! For Maximum Protection OFF! Skintastic OFF! Skintastic For...

Diphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... A commonly used name for diphtheria and tetanus toxoids for pediatric use is DT. A commonly used name for tetanus and diphtheria toxoids for adult use is Td. This information applies to the following medicines: 1. Diphtheria...

Doxepin (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zonalon In Canada -- Zonalon Antipruritic, topical Description Topical doxepin (DOX-e-pin) is used to relieve itching in patients with certain types of eczema. It appears to work by preventing...

Dyphylline (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Dilor Dilor-400 Lufyllin Lufyllin-400 Bronchodilator Description Dyphylline ( DYE-fi-lin) is used to treat and/or prevent the symptoms of bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, and...

Imiglucerase (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cerezyme In Canada -- Cerezyme Enzyme, glucocerebrosidase, replenisher Description Imiglucerase (im-i-GLOO-ser-ase) is used to treat Gaucher's disease caused by the lack of a certain enzyme,...

Metformin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Glucophage Glucophage XR Glumetza In Canada -- Apo-Metformin Gen-Metformin Glucophage Glycon Novo-Metformin Nu-Metformin Antihyperglycemic agent...

Progestins --For Contraceptive Use (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Depo-Provera Contraceptive Injection(2) depo-subQ provera 104(2) Micronor(3) NORPLANT System(1) Nor-QD(3) Ovrette(4) Plan B(1) In Canada...

Progestins --For Noncontraceptive Use (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Amen(3) Aygestin(5) Crinone(6) Curretab(3) Cycrin(3) Depo-Provera(3) depo-subQ provera 104(3) Gesterol 50(6) Gesterol LA 250(1)...

Suramin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... other countries Antrypol Bayer 205 Belganyl 309 F Fourneau 309 Germanin Moranyl Naganin Naganol Naphuride Antiprotozoal; Anthelmintic, systemic Description ...

Terbinafine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Lamisil In Canada -- Lamisil Antifungal, systemic Description Terbinafine (ter-BIN-a-feen) belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. It is used to treat fungus infections of the...

Tuberculin, Purified Protein Derivative (PPD) (Injection ).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Aplisol Aplitest Tuberculin PPD TINE TEST Tubersol In Canada -- Tubersol Diagnostic aid, tuberculosis Description Tuberculin (too-BER-kyu-lin), purified protein derivative...

Typhoid Vaccine Inactivated (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Another commonly used name in the U.S. and Canada is typhoid vaccine. Immunizing agent, active Description Typhoid TYE-foid fever is a serious disease that can cause death. It is caused by a germ called Salmonella typhi...

Typhoid Vi Polysaccharide Vaccine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Typhim Vi Immunizing agent, active Description Typhoid TYE-foid fever is a serious disease that can cause death. It is caused by a germ called Salmonella typhi, and is spread most often through infected...

Venlafaxine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Effexor Effexor XR In Canada -- Effexor Effexor XR Antidepressant Anti-anxiety agent antipanic agent Description Venlafaxine (ven-la-FAX-een) is used to treat...

Levomethadyl (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Orlaam Other commonly used names are LAAM, LAM, levacetylmethadol, levo-alpha-acetylmethadol, levomethadyl acetate, and MK790. Opioid (narcotic) abuse therapy adjunct Description Levomethadyl...

Losartan (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cozaar In Canada -- Cozaar Angiotensin II receptor antagonist Antihypertensive Description Losartan ( loe-SAR-tan) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood...

Risperidone (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Risperdal Risperdal M-Tab In Canada -- Risperdal Antipsychotic Description Risperidone ( ris-PER-i-done) is used to treat the symptoms of psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia. This...

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Contrast Agents (Diagnostic ).
August 1, 2006... This information applies to the following medicines: 1. Gadodiamide ( gad-oh-DYE-a-mide) 2.Gadopentetate (gad-o-PEN-te-tate)(**) 3. Gadoteridol ( gad-oh-TER-i-dol)(**) 4.Gadoversetamide( gad-oh-ver-SET-a-mide)(**) ...

Rimantadine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Flumadine Antiviral, systemic Description Rimantadine (ri-MAN-ta-deen) is an antiviral. It is used to prevent or treat certain influenza (flu) infections (type A). It may be given alone or along with flu...

Cysteamine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cystagon Nephropathic cystinosis therapy Description Cysteamine (sis-TEE-a-meen) is used to prevent damage that may be caused by the buildup of cystine crystals in organs such as the kidneys. This...

Dorzolamide (Ophthalmic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Trusopt Antiglaucoma agent, ophthalmic Description Dorzolamide (dor-ZOLE-a-mide) is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor that is used in the eye. It is used to treat increased pressure in the eye caused by...

Rifampin, Isoniazid, and Pyrazinamide (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Rifater Antibacterial, antimycobacterial Description Rifampin, isoniazid, and pyrazinamide (rif-AM-pin, eye-soe-NYE-a-zid, and peer-a-ZIN-a-mide) is a combination anti-infective medicine. This combination...

Cholera Vaccine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Immunizing agent, active Description Cholera (KOL-era) is a serious disease that can cause death. It is caused by a germ called Vibrio cholerae, and is spread most often through infected food or water. If you are traveling to...

Pralidoxime (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Protopam Chloride In Canada -- Protopam Chloride Other commonly used names are 2-PAM and 2-PAM chloride. Antidote, to cholinesterase inhibitors Antidote, to organophosphate chemicals...

Sulfonamides and Trimethoprim (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Bactrim(2) Bactrim DS(2) Bactrim I.V.(2) Bactrim Pediatric(2) Cofatrim Forte(2) Cotrim(2) Cotrim DS(2) Cotrim Pediatric(2) ...

Sunscreen Agents (Topical).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- A-Fil(25) Aquaderm Sunscreen Moisturizer(41) Aquaray Sunscreen(34) Bain de Soleil All Day For Kids(30) Bain de Soleil All Day Sunfilter(31) Bain...

Azelaic Acid (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Azelex Finevin Antiacne agent, topical Hypopigmentation agent, topical Description Azelaic acid ( ay-ze-LAY-ik AS-id) is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It works in part by stopping...

Cholecystokinin (Diagnostic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used names are CCK and pancreozymin. Cholecystokinetic Diagnostic aid, gallbladder disorders Diagnostic aid, pancreatic disorders Peristaltic stimulant Description Cholecystokinin...

Dirithromycin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Dynabac Antibacterial, systemic Description Dirithromycin (dye-RITH-roe-mye-sin) is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their...

Lamotrigine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Lamictal In Canada -- Lamictal Another commonly used name is LTG. Anticonvulsant Antimanic Description Lamotrigine (la-MOE-tri-jeen) is used to help control some types of...

Lansoprazole (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Prevacid Prevacid I.V. In Canada -- Prevacid Gastric acid pump inhibitor antiulcer agent Description Lansoprazole (lan-SOE-pra-zole ) is used to treat certain conditions in...

Spiramycin (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In Canada -- Rovamycine Other Provamicina Rovamycina Rovamycine Rovamycine 250 Rovamycine 500 Spiramycine Coquelusedal Antibacterial, systemic Antiprotozoal Description...

Tramadol (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Ultram Ultram ER Analgesic Description Tramadol ( TRA-ma-dole) is used to relieve pain, including pain after surgery. The long-acting tablets are used for chronic ongoing pain. The effects of...

Valacyclovir (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Valtrex In Canada -- Valtrex Antiviral, systemic Description Valacyclovir (val-ay-SYE-kloe-veer) is used to treat the symptoms of herpes zoster (also known as shingles), a herpes virus...

Lamivudine (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Epivir Epivir-HBV In Canada -- 3TC Heptovir Antiviral, systemic Description Lamivudine (la-MI-vyoo-deen) is used in the treatment of the infection caused by the human...

Riluzole (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Rilutek Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) therapy agent Description Riluzole (RIL-yoo-zole) is used to treat patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease....

Sevoflurane (Inhalation-Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Ultane In Canada -- Sevorane Anesthetic, general Description Sevoflurane (see-voe-FLOO-rane) belongs to the group of medicines known as general anesthetics ( an-ess-THET-iks ). Sevoflurane is...

Alendronate (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Fosamax In Canada -- Fosamax Bone resorption inhibitor Description Alendronate (a-LEN-dro-nate) is used to prevent or treat osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) in women after menopause and to...

Butorphanol (Nasal-Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Stadol NS In Canada -- Stadol NS Analgesic Description Butorphanol ( byoo-TOR-fa-nole) is a narcotic analgesic (pain medicine) that is sprayed into the nose. It is used to relieve moderate or...

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Contrast Agents, Iron-containing (Diagnostic).(ferumoxides)
August 1, 2006... This information applies to the following diagnostic agent: 1. Ferumoxides ( fer-yoo-MOX-ides)(**) (***)Generic name product may be available in the U.S. (s.)Generic name product may be available in Canada (*)Not...

Bentoquatam (Topical).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- IvyBlock Skin protectant, barrier (topical) Description Bentoquatam (BEN-toe-kwa-tam) protects the skin like a shield against poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac by physically blocking skin contact...

Hepatitis A Vaccine Inactivated (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Havrix Vaqta In Canada -- Havrix Vaqta Immunizing agent, active Description Hepatitis (hep-ah-TY-tiss) A is a serious disease of the liver that can cause death. It is caused by...

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Virus Vaccine Live ( Systemic).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- M-M-R II In Canada -- M-M-R II Immunizing agent, active Description Measles, mumps, and rubella (MEE-zills and rue-BELL-a) virus vaccine live is an active immunizing agent used to prevent...

Measles and Rubella Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic ).
August 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- M-R-VAX II Immunizing agent, active Description Measles and rubella (MEE-zills and rue-BELL-a)virus vaccine live is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection by the measles and rubella viruses....

Antivenin, Sea Snake (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used names are antivenin (Enhydrina schistosa ) and sea snake antivenom. Immunizing agent, passive Description Sea snake antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known as antivenins. It is used for the...

Antivenin, Tiger Snake (Systemic).
August 1, 2006... Some commonly used names are antivenin (Notechis scutatus) and tiger snake antivenom. Description Tiger snake antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known as antivenins. It is used for the treatment of symptoms caused by the...