USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language articles from July 2005, page 9

USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language archives from July 2005

Terbinafine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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 ).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Effexor Effexor XR In Canada -- Effexor Effexor XR Antidepressant Anti-anxiety agent Description Venlafaxine (ven-la-FAX-een) is used to treat mental depression. It is...

Levomethadyl (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Cozaar Angiotensin II receptor antagonist Antihypertensive Description Losartan ( loe-SAR-tan) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the work load of...

Risperidone (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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 ).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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...

Progesterone Intrauterine Device (IUD).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Progestasert Contraceptive, intrauterine-local Description A progesterone intrauterine device (proe-JES-ter-one IN-tra-YOU-ta-rin de-VICE) (also called an IUD) is inserted by a health care professional...

Rifampin, Isoniazid, and Pyrazinamide (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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...

Plague Vaccine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Immunizing agent, active Description Plague vaccine is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection by plague bacteria. It works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the disease. ...

Pralidoxime (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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...

Silicone Oil 5000 Centistokes (Parenteral-Local).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- AdatoSil 5000 Another commonly used name is polydimethylsiloxane . Surgical aid, ophthalmic Description Silicone oil 5000 centistokes (SIL-i-kone oil 5000 SEN-ti-stokes) is used during eye surgery...

Sulfonamides and Trimethoprim (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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 de...

Azelaic Acid (Topical).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used names are CCK and pancreozymin. Cholecystokinetic Diagnostic aid, gallbladder disorders Diagnostic aid, pancreatic disorders Peristaltic stimulant Description Cholecystokinin...

Dirithromycin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Lamictal In Canada -- Lamictal Another commonly used name is LTG. Anticonvulsant Description Lamotrigine ( la-MOE-tri-jeen) is used to help control some types of seizures in the...

Lansoprazole (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Prevacid In Canada -- Prevacid Gastric acid pump inhibitor antiulcer agent Description Lansoprazole (lan-SOE-pra-zole ) is used to treat certain conditions in which there is too much...

Spiramycin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In Canada -- Rovamycine Other Provamicina Rovamycina Rovamycine Rovamycine 250 Rovamycine 500 Spiramycine Coquelusedal Antibacterial, systemic Antiprotozoal Description...

Tramadol (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Ultram Analgesic Description Tramadol ( TRA-ma-dole) is used to relieve pain, including pain after surgery. The effects of tramadol are similar to those of narcotic analgesics. Although tramadol is not...

Valacyclovir (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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 ).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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).
July 28, 2005... 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...

Corticosteroids --Low Potency (Topical).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Aclovate(1) Acticort 100(7) Aeroseb-Dex(4) Aeroseb-HC(7) Ala-Cort(7) Ala-Scalp HP(7) Allercort(7) Alphaderm(7) Bactine(7) ...

Tetanus Immune Globulin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- BayTet Another commonly used name is TIG. Description Tetanus immune globulin (TET-n-us im-MUNE GLOB-yoo-lin) is used to prevent tetanus infection (also known as lockjaw). Tetanus is a serious illness...

Antivenin, Box Jellyfish (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Other commonly used names are box jellyfish antivenom and sea wasp antivenom. Antivenin Description Box jellyfish antivenin belongs to a group of medicines known as antivenins. It is used to treat the symptoms caused by the...

Dalteparin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Fragmin In Canada -- Fragmin Anticoagulant antithrombotic Description Dalteparin (dal-TE-pa-rin) is used to prevent deep venous thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood clots...

Diphtheria and Tetanus Toxoids and Pertussis Vaccine Adsorbed and Haemophilus B Conjugate Vaccine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Tetramune In Canada -- DPT-Hib Tetramune Other commonly used names are DTP-HbOC, DTP-Hib, and DTP-PRP-D. Immunizing agent, active Description ...

Rubella and Mumps Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- BIAVAX II Immunizing agent, active Description Rubella (rue-BELL-a) and mumps virus vaccine live is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection by the rubella and mumps viruses. It works by...

Ropivacaine (Parenteral-Local).(to cause loss of feeling before and during surgery)
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Naropin In Canada -- Naropin Anesthetic, local Description Ropivacaine (roe-PIV-a-kane) is a local anesthetic (an-ess-THET-ik) given by injection to cause loss of feeling before and during...

Tacrolimus (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Prograf In Canada -- Prograf Immunosuppressant Description Tacrolimus (ta-KROE-li-mus) belongs to a group of medicines known as immunosuppressive agents. It is used to lower the body's natural...

Sodium Phenylbutyrate (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Buphenyl Antihyperammonemic Description Sodium phenylbutyrate (SOE-dee-um fen-il-BYOO-ti-rate) is used to help treat a deficiency of enzymes that help remove ammonia from your body. Ammonia is formed...

Zafirlukast (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Accolate Antiasthmatic, leukotriene receptor antagonist Description Zafirlukast (za-FIR-loo-kast) is used by patients with mild-to-moderate asthma to decrease the symptoms of asthma and the number of...

Fluvoxamine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Luvox In Canada -- Luvox Antiobsessional agent antidepressant Description Fluvoxamine (floo-VOX-a-meen ) is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder. This medicine may also...

Docetaxel (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Taxotere In Canada -- Taxotere Antineoplastic Description Docetaxel ( doe-se-TAX-el) belongs to the group of medicines called antineoplastics. It is used to treat breast cancer, non-small cell...

Radiopaque Agents (Diagnostic).
July 28, 2005... This information applies to the following medicines: 1. Diatrizoates ( dye-a-tri-ZOE-ates) 2.Iodipamide (eye-oh-DI-pa-mide) 3. Iohexol (eye-oh-HEX-ole ) 4.Iopamidol (eye-oh-PA-mi-dole) 5. Iothalamate (...

Varicella Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Varivax Immunizing agent (active) Description Varicella (var-i-SEL-ah) virus vaccine live is an immunizing agent used to prevent infection by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). The vaccine works by causing...

Baclofen (Intrathecal-Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Lioresal Intrathecal In Canada -- Lioresal Intrathecal Antispastic Description Intrathecal baclofen ( In-trah-THE-kal BAK-loe-fen) is used to help relax certain muscles in your body. It...

Acetaminophen and Salicylates (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Excedrin Extra-Strength Caplets(1) Excedrin Extra-Strength Tablets(1) Excedrin Migraine(1) Gelpirin(2) Goody's Fast Pain Relief(1) Goody's Headache...

Gemcitabine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Gemzar In Canada -- Gemzar Antineoplastic Description Gemcitabine (jem-SITE-a-been ) belongs to the group of medicines called antimetabolites. It is used to treat cancer of the breast,pancreas...

Zileuton (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Zyflo Antiasthmatic (leukotriene inhibitor) Description Zileuton (zye-LOO-ton) is used by patients with mild to moderate chronic asthma to decrease the symptoms of asthma and the number of acute asthma...

Anesthetics, General (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Amidate(2) Brevital(6) Diprivan(9) E[macron]thrane(1) Fluothane(3) Forane(4) Ketalar(5) Penthrane(7) Pentothal(10) In...

Topotecan (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Hycamtin In Canada -- Hycamtin Antineoplastic Description Topotecan (toe-poe-TEE-kan ) belongs to the group of medicines known as antineoplastics. It is used to treat cancer of the ovaries and...

Irinotecan (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Camptosar In Canada -- Camptosar Another commonly used name is CPT-11. Antineoplastic Description Irinotecan (eye-ri-noe-TEE-kan ) belongs to the group of medicines called...

Mibefradil (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Antianginal antihypertensive Description Mibefradil (mi-be-FRA-dil) belongs to a group of medicines called calcium channel blocking agents, or, more commonly, calcium channel blockers. Calcium channel blocking...

Cerivastatin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Baycol was removed from the market by Bayer in August 2001. In the U.S. -- Not commercially available In Canada -- Not commercially available Antihyperlipidemic Description Cerivastatin (se-RIV-a-stat-in)...

Diphtheria Antitoxin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Immunizing agent (passive) Description Diphtheria antitoxin ( dif-THEER-ee-a AN-ti-TOK-sin) is used to prevent and/or treat diphtheria infection in persons exposed to the disease. Although rare in the U.S., diphtheria is a...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Immune Globulin Intravenous ( Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- RespiGam In Canada -- RespiGam Another commonly used name is RSV-IGIV. Immunizing agent (passive) Description Respiratory syncytial virus immune globulin intravenous (res-pi-ra-TOR-e...

Toremifene (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Fareston Antineoplastic Description Toremifene (TORE-em-i-feen) is a medicine that blocks the effects of the estrogen hormone in the body. It is used to treat breast cancer in women. The exact way...

Betaine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Cystadane Antihomocystinuric Description Betaine ( BAY-ta-een) is used to treat a lack of or defect in certain enzymes that causes too much homocysteine in the blood and urine. This medicine removes the...

Tetanus Antitoxin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Africa, Asia, and Latin America Another commonly used name is TAT. Immunizing agent (passive) Description Tetanus antitoxin ( TET-uh-nus AN-ti-TOK-sin) is used to prevent and/or treat tetanus infection (also known as...

Topiramate (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Topamax In Canada -- Topamax Anticonvulsant migraine headache prophylactic Description Topiramate (toe-PYRE-a-mate) is used to help control some types of seizures in the treatment of...

Clonidine (Parenteral-Local ).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Duraclon Analgesic Description Clonidine (KLOE-ni-deen) injection is used with injected pain medicine to treat pain in cancer patients. Clonidine is to be started under the immediate supervision of...

Tolcapone (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Tasmar Antidyskinetic (COMT inhibitor) Description Tolcapone (TOLE-ka-pone) is used in combination with levodopa and carbidopa for the treatment of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. This medicine...

Tazarotene (Topical).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Tazorac Antiacne agent (topical) antipsoriatic (topical) Description Tazarotene ( ta-ZAR-oh-teen) is used to treat acne on the face and and to treat psoriasis. It works to help clear acne...

Quetiapine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Seroquel Antipsychotic Description Quetiapine (kwe-TYE-a-peen ) is used to treat psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia. This medicine should NOT be used to treat behavioral problems in older adult...

Brimonidine (Ophthalmic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Alphagan Antiglaucoma agent (ophthalmic) antihypertensive, ocular Description Brimonidine (bri-MOE-ni-deen ) is used to treat glaucoma or another condition in which pressure in the eye is too...

Letrozole (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Femara In Canada -- Femara Antineoplastic Description Letrozole (LET-roe-zole)is used to treat certain types of breast cancer in women. Female hormones that occur naturally in the body can...

Deferoxamine (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Desferal In Canada -- Desferal Another commonly used name is desferrioxamine . Chelating agent Description Deferoxamine (dee-fer-OX-a-meen) is used to remove excess iron from the...

Insulin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Humulin 50/50(10) Humulin 70/30(10) Humulin 70/30 Pen(10) Humulin L(7) Humulin N(9) Humulin N Pen(9) Humulin R(5) Humulin R, Regular...

Pentosan (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Elmiron Anti-inflammatory, local (interstitial cystitis) Description Pentosan (PEN-toe-san) is used to relieve the symptoms of the bladder condition called interstitial cystitis. This medicine is...

Amlexanox (Mucosal-Local).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Aphthasol Antiulcer agent (topical) Description Amlexanox ( am-LEX-an-ox) is used as a paste in the mouth to treat aphthous ulcers (canker sores). This medicine is available only with your doctor's...

Ropinirole (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Requip In Canada -- Requip Antidyskinetic (dopamine agonist) Description Ropinirole (ro-PIN-a-rol) is used alone or with other medicines to treat Parkinson's disease. It is also used to treat a...

Acitretin (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Soriatane In Canada -- Soriatane Other commonly used names are 13-cis acitretin , etretin, and isoetretin . Antipsoriatic (systemic) keratinization stabilizer (systemic) Description...

Corticosteroids (Rectal).
July 28, 2005... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anucort-HC(4) Anu-Med HC(4) Anuprep HC(4) Anusol-HC(4) Anutone-HC(4) Anuzone-HC(4) Cort-Dome(4) Cortenema(3) Cortifoam(4) ...

Butalbital, Acetaminophen, Caffeine, and Codeine (Systemic ).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Fioricet with Codeine Analgesic Description Butalbital, acetaminophen, caffeine, and codeine (byoo-TAL-bi-tal, a-seat-a-MIN-oh-fen, KAF-een, and KOE-deen ) combination is a pain reliever and relaxant. It...

Dolasetron (Systemic).
July 28, 2005... In the U.S. -- Anzemet Antiemetic Description Dolasetron (dol-A-se-tron) is used to prevent and treat the nausea and vomiting that may occur after treatment with anticancer medicines (chemotherapy) or after surgery. ...