USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language articles from May 2006, page 6

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

Pseudoephedrine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cenafed Chlor-Trimeton Non-Drowsy Decongestant 4 Hour Decofed Dimetapp Decongestant Dimetapp Decongestant Pediatric Drops Drixoral Nasal Decongestant Efidac/24 Genaphed ...

Pyrantel (Oral).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Pin-X Reese's Pinworm Caplets Reese's Pinworm Medicine In Canada -- Combantrin Anthelmintic, oral-local Description Pyrantel (pi-RAN-tel) belongs to the family of medicines called...

Pyrazinamide (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In Canada -- pms-Pyrazinamide Tebrazid Antibacterial, antimycobacterial Description Pyrazinamide (peer-a-ZIN-a-mide) belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives. It is used, along with other...

Pyrethrins and Piperonyl Butoxide (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- A-200 Gel Concentrate A-200 Shampoo Concentrate Barc Blue Licetrol Pronto Lice Killing Shampoo Kit Pyrinyl R & C Rid Tisit Tisit Blue Tisit...

Pyridoxine (Vitamin B 6) (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Beesix Doxine Nestrex Pyri Rodex Vitabee 6 Antidote, to cycloserine poisoning Antidote, to isoniazid poisoning Nutritional supplement, vitamin Description...

Pyrimethamine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Daraprim In Canada -- Daraprim Antiprotozoal Description Pyrimethamine ( peer-i-METH-a-meen) is an antiprotozoal (AN-tee-proe-toe-ZOE-al) medicine. Antiprotozoals work by killing protozoa...

Pyrithione (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Denorex Advanced Formula DermaZinc Baby DermaZinc Cream DermaZinc Scalp DermaZinc Shampoo DermaZinc Soap DermaZinc Spray DHS Zinc Head & Shoulders Dandruff Shampoo...

Pyrvinium (Oral).
May 1, 2006... In Canada -- Vanquin Another commonly used name is viprynium . Anthelmintic, oral-local Description Pyrvinium (peer-VIN-ee-um) is used to treat pinworms (enterobiasis). It will not work for other types of worm...

Quinidine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cardioquin Quinaglute Dura-tabs Quinidex Extentabs Quin-Release In Canada -- Apo-Quinidine Biquin Durules Cardioquin Novoquinidin Quinaglute Dura-tabs ...

Quinine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Antimyotonic antiprotozoal Description Quinine (KWYE-nine) is used to treat malaria. This medicine usually is given with one or more other medicines for malaria. Quinine may also be used for other problems as...

Radiopaque Agents--Diagnostic (Local).
May 1, 2006... This information applies to the following medicines: 1. Diatrizoate and Iodipamide ( dye-a-tri-ZOE-ate and eye-oh-DI-pa-mide) 2. Diatrizoates ( dye-a-tri-ZOE-ates) 3.Iohexol (eye-oh-HEX-ole) 4.Iothalamate...

Rauwolfia Alkaloids (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Harmonyl(1) Raudixin(2) Rauval(2) Rauverid(2) Serpalan(3) Wolfina(2) In Canada -- Novoreserpine(3) Reserfia(3) Serpasil(3)...

Rauwolfia Alkaloids and Thiazide Diuretics (Systemic ).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Demi-Regroton(5) Diupres(4) Diurigen with Reserpine(4) Diutensen-R(7) Enduronyl(2) Enduronyl Forte(2) Oreticyl(1) Oreticyl Forte(1) ...

Reserpine, Hydralazine, and Hydrochlorothiazide (Systemic ).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cam-Ap-Es Cherapas Ser-A-Gen Seralazide Ser-Ap-Es Serpazide Tri-Hydroserpine Unipres In Canada -- Ser-Ap-Es Antihypertensive Description ...

Resorcinol (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- RA Keratolytic, topical Description Resorcinol (re-SOR-si-nole) is used to treat acne, seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, and other skin disorders. It is also used to treat corns, calluses, and...

Resorcinol and Sulfur (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Acnomel Acne Cream Bensulfoid Cream Clearasil Adult Care Medicated Blemish Cream Clearasil Adult Care Medicated Blemish Stick Night Cast Special Formula Mask-lotion Rezamid Acne Treatment...

Ribavirin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Copegus Rebetol Virazole In Canada -- Virazole Other Virazid Another commonly used name is tribavirin . Antiviral, systemic Description Ribavirin...

Riboflavin (Vitamin B 2) (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Nutritional supplement, vitamin Description Vitamins (VYE-ta-mins) are compounds that you (must) have for growth and health. They are needed in small amounts only and are usually available in the foods that you eat. Riboflavin...

Rifampin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Rifadin Rifadin IV Rimactane In Canada -- Rifadin Rimactane Rofact Generic name product may also be available in the U.S. (***)Generic name product may be available in the...

Rifampin and Isoniazid (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Rifamate Another commonly used name is rifampicin and isoniazid. Antibacterial, antimycobacterial Description Rifampin and isoniazid (rif-AM-pin and eye-soe-NYE-a-zid ) is a combination...

Ritodrine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Yutopar In Canada -- Yutopar Yutopar S.R. Tocolytic Description Ritodrine ( RI-toe-dreen) is used to stop premature labor. It is available only with your doctor's prescription and is to...

Rubella Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Meruvax II In Canada -- Meruvax II Immunizing agent, active Description Rubella (rue-BELL-a) virus vaccine live is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection by the rubella virus. It...

Salicylates (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Acuprin 81(1) Amigesic(8) Anacin Caplets(2) Anacin Maximum Strength(2) Anacin Tablets(2) Anaflex 750(8) Arthritis Pain Ascriptin(3) ...

Salicylic Acid (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Antinea Buf-Puf Acne Cleansing Bar with Vitamin E Calicylic Creme Clearasil Clearstick Maximum Strength Topical Solution Clearasil Clearstick Regular Strength Topical Solution Clearasil...

Salicylic Acid and Sulfur (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Essential Care Creamy Dandruff Shampoo Essential Care Maximum Strength Dandruff Shampoo Essential Care Medicated Dandruff Wash Meted Pernox (Lemon) Pernox (Regular) Pernox...

Salicylic Acid, Sulfur, and Coal Tar (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Sebex-T Tar Shampoo Sebutone Vanseb-T In Canada -- Sebutone Antipsoriatic, topical Antiseborrheic Keratolytic, topical Description Salicylic acid, sulfur,...

Selegiline (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Carbex Eldepryl In Canada -- Apo-Selegiline Eldepryl Gen-Selegiline Novo-Selegiline Nu-Selegiline SD Deprenyl Selegiline-5 Other commonly used names are...

Selenium Sulfide (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Exsel Lotion Shampoo Glo-Sel Head & Shoulders Intensive Treatment Conditioning Formula Dandruff Lotion Shampoo Head & Shoulders Intensive Treatment Regular Formula Dandruff Lotion Shampoo...

Silver Sulfadiazine (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Silvadene SSD SSD AF Thermazene In Canada -- Flamazine Antibacterial, topical Antifungal, topical Description Silver sulfadiazine ( SILL-ver sul-fa-DYE-a-zeen), a...

Simethicone (Oral).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Extra Strength Maalox Anti-Gas Flatulex Gas Relief Gas-X Gas-X Extra Strength Genasyme Maalox Anti-Gas Maximum Strength Gas Relief Maximum Strength Mylanta Gas Relief...

Skeletal Muscle Relaxants (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- EZE-DS(3) Maolate(2) Paraflex(3) Parafon Forte DSC(3) Relaxazone(3) Remular(3) Remular-S(3) Robaxin(5) Robaxin-750(5) ...

Sodium Benzoate and Sodium Phenylacetate (Systemic ).(antihyperammonemic agent)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Ammonul Antihyperammonemic Description Sodium benzoate and sodium phenylacetate (SOE-dee-um BEN-zo-ate and SOE-dee-um fen-ill-AH-seh-tate) combination is used to treat a condition caused by too much...

Sodium Bicarbonate (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Arm and Hammer Pure Baking Soda Bell/ans Citrocarbonate Soda Mint In Canada -- Citrocarbonate Alkalizer, systemic Alkalizer, urinary Antacid ...

Sodium Chloride (Intra-amniotic).
May 1, 2006... Abortifacient Description Sodium chloride ( SOE-dee-um KLOR-ide) as a 20% solution is given by injection into the uterus to cause abortion. It is to be administered only by or under the immediate care of your doctor. Sodium...

Sodium Fluoride (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Fluoritab Fluorodex Flura Flura-Drops Flura-Loz Karidium Luride Luride Lozi-Tabs Luride-SF Lozi-Tabs Pediaflor Pharmaflur Pharmaflur 1.1 ...

Sodium Phosphate P 32 (Therapeutic).
May 1, 2006... Antineoplastic Description Sodium phosphate ( SOE-dee-um FOS-fate) P 32 is a radiopharmaceutical ray-dee-oh-far-ma-SOO-ti-kal. Radiopharmaceuticals are radioactive agents that may be used to treat certain diseases or to study...

Spectinomycin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Trobicin In Canada -- Trobicin Antibacterial, systemic Description Spectinomycin (spek-ti-noe-MYE-sin) is used to treat most types of gonorrhea. It is given by injection into a muscle. It is...

Spermicides (Vaginal).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Advantage 24(2) Because(2) Conceptrol Contraceptive Inserts(2) Conceptrol Gel(2) Delfen(2) Emko(2) Emko Pre-Fil(2) Encare(2) ...

Streptozocin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Zanosar In Canada -- Zanosar Antineoplastic Description Streptozocin (strep-toe-ZOE-sin ) belongs to the group of medicines known as alkylating agents. It is used to treat cancer of the...

Sucralfate (Oral).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Carafate In Canada -- Apo-sucralfate Sulcrate Sulcrate Suspension Plus Antiulcer agent Gastric mucosa protectant Description Sucralfate (soo-KRAL-fate ) is used to treat...

Sulfadoxine and Pyrimethamine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Fansidar In Canada -- Fansidar Antiprotozoal Description Sulfadoxine ( sul-fa-DOX-een), a sulfa medicine, and pyrimethamine (peer-i-METH-a-meen) combination is used to treat malaria. This...

Sulfapyridine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In Canada -- Dagenan Dermatitis herpetiformis suppressant Description Sulfapyridine (sul-fa-PEER-i-deen) is a sulfa medicine. It is used to help control dermatitis herpetiformis (Duhring's disease), a skin problem. It...

Sulfasalazine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Azulfidine Azulfidine EN-Tabs In Canada -- Alti-Sulfasalazine PMS-Sulfasalazine PMS-Sulfasalazine E.C. Salazopyrin Salazopyrin EN-Tabs S.A.S.-500 S.A.S....

Sulfinpyrazone (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Anturane In Canada -- Anturan Apo-Sulfinpyrazone Novopyrazone Antigout agent Antihyperuricemic Description Sulfinpyrazone (sul-fin-PEER-a-zone ) is used in the treatment...

Sulfonamides (Ophthalmic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Ak-Sulf(1) Bleph-10(1) Cetamide(1) Gantrisin(2) Isopto-Cetamide(1) I-Sulfacet(1) Ocu-Sul-10(1) Ocu-Sul-15(1) Ocu-Sul-30(1) ...

Sulfonamides (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Gantanol(3) Gantrisin(4) Thiosulfil Forte(2) Urobak(3) In Canada -- Apo-Sulfamethoxazole(3) Apo-Sulfisoxazole(4) Novo-Soxazole(4) ...

Sulfonamides (Vaginal).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- AVC(1) Sultrin(3) Trysul(3) In Canada -- AVC(1) Sultrin(3) Another commonly used name is sulfathiazole, sulfacetamide, and sulfabenzamide. ...

Sulfonamides and Phenazopyridine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Azo Gantanol(1) Azo Gantrisin(2) Azo-Sulfamethoxazole(1) Azo-Sulfisoxazole(2) Azo-Truxazole(2) Sul-Azo(2) In Canada -- Azo Gantrisin(2)...

Sulfur (Topical).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Cuticura Ointment Finac Fostex Regular Strength Medicated Cover-Up Fostril Lotion Lotio Alsulfa Sulpho-Lac In Canada -- Fostex CM Fostril Cream Antiacne agent,...

Tamoxifen (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Nolvadex In Canada -- Apo-Tamox Gen-Tamoxifen Nolvadex Nolvadex-D Novo-Tamoxifen PMS-Tamoxifen Tamofen Tamone Antineoplastic Description Tamoxifen...

Terazosin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Hytrin In Canada -- Hytrin Antihypertensive Benign prostatic hyperplasia therapy agent Description Terazosin ( ter-AY-zoe-sin) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension)....

Teriparatide (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Osteoporosis therapy Diagnostic aid, hypoparathyroidism vs. pseudohypoparathyroidism Description Teriparatide (ter-i-PAR-a-tide) is a synthetic form of the natural human parathyroid hormone and is used by injection to...

Testolactone (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Teslac Antineoplastic Description Testolactone ( tess-toe-LAK-tone) belongs to the general group of medicines called antineoplastics. It is used to treat some cases of breast cancer in females. ...

Tetanus Toxoid (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Immunizing agent, active Description Tetanus (TET-n-us) Toxoid is used to prevent tetanus (also known as lockjaw). Tetanus is a serious illness that causes convulsions (seizures) and severe muscle spasms that can be strong...

Tetracyclines (Ophthalmic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: Other countries May be available in other countries. This information applies to the following medicines: 1. Chlortetracycline ( klor-te-tra-SYE-kleen)(*) 2.Tetracycline...

Tetracyclines (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Achromycin V(5) Declomycin(1) Doryx(2) Dynacin(3) Minocin(3) Monodox(2) Terramycin(4) Vibramycin(2) Vibra-Tabs(2) In Canada...

Tetracyclines (Topical).
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Aureomycin(1) Achromycin(3) Meclan(2) Topicycline(3) In Canada -- Achromycin(3) Aureomycin(1) For quick reference, the following...

Theophylline, Ephedrine, and Phenobarbital (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Bronchodilator Description Theophylline, ephedrine, and phenobarbital (thee-OFF-i-lin, e-FED-rin, and fee-noe-BAR-bi-tal) combination is used to treat the symptoms of bronchial asthma, asthmatic bronchitis, and other lung...

Theophylline and Guaifenesin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Bronchial Broncomar GG Ed-Bron G Elixophyllin-GG Equibron G Glyceryl-T Quibron Quibron-300 Slo-Phyllin GG Theolate Theocon Another commonly used...

Thiabendazole (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Mintezol Anthelmintic, systemic Description Thiabendazole (thye-a-BEN-da-zole) belongs to the family of medicines called anthelmintics ant-hel-MIN-tiks. Anthelmintics are medicines used in the treatment...

Thiabendazole (Topical).
May 1, 2006... Anthelmintic, topical Description Thiabendazole (thye-a-BEN-da-zole) belongs to the family of medicines called anthelmintics (ant-hel-MIN-tiks). Anthelmintics are medicines used in the treatment of worm infections. ...

Thiamine (Vitamin B 1) (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Biamine In Canada -- Betaxin Bewon Nutritional supplement, vitamin Description Vitamins VYE-ta-mins are compounds that you ( must) have for growth and health. They are needed in small...

Thiethylperazine (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Torecan Antiemetic Description Thiethylperazine ( thye-eth-il-PER-a-zeen) is a phenothiazine medicine. It is used to treat nausea and vomiting. This medicine is available only with your doctor's...

Thioguanine (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Tabloid In Canada -- Lanvis Antineoplastic Description Thioguanine ( thye-oh-GWON-een) belongs to the group of medicines known as antimetabolites. It is used to treat some kinds of cancer. ...

Thiotepa (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Antineoplastic Description Thiotepa ( thye-oh-TEP-a) belongs to the group of medicines called alkylating agents. It is used to treat some kinds of cancer. Thiotepa interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are...

Thioxanthenes (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Navane(3) Taractan(1) Thiothixene HCl Intensol(3) In Canada -- Fluanxol(2) Fluanxol Depot(2) Navane(3) For quick reference, the following...

Thrombolytic Agents (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Abbokinase(4) Abbokinase Open-Cath(4) Activase(1) Eminase(2) Retavase(5) Streptase(3) In Canada -- Abbokinase(4) Abbokinase...

Thyroid Hormones (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Armour Thyroid(5) Cytomel(2) Levo-T(1) Levothroid(1) Levoxyl(1) Synthroid(1) Thyrar(5) Thyroid Strong(5) Thyrolar(3) ...

Thyrotropin (Systemic).
May 1, 2006... Antineoplastic diagnostic aid, thyroid function thyrotropic hormone Description Thyrotropin (thye-roe-TROE-pin) is used in a test to determine how well your thyroid is working. It may also be used for other...

Tiopronin (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Thiola Other Capen Captimer Epatiol Mucolysin Sutilan Thiosol Tioglis Vincol Antiurolithic, cystine calculi Description Tiopronin...

Tobramycin (Ophthalmic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- AKTob Tobrex In Canada -- Tobrex Antibacterial, ophthalmic Description Ophthalmic tobramycin (toe-bra-MYE-sin) is used in the eye to treat bacterial infections of the eye. Tobramycin...

Tocainide (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Not commercially available In Canada -- Tonocard Antiarrhythmic Description Tocainide ( toe-KAY-nide) belongs to the group of medicines known as antiarrhythmics. It is used to correct irregular...

Tolnaftate (Topical).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Aftate for Athlete's Foot Aerosol Spray Liquid Aftate for Athlete's Foot Aerosol Spray Powder Aftate for Athlete's Foot Gel Aftate for Athlete's Foot Sprinkle Powder Aftate for Jock Itch Aerosol...

Trazodone (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Desyrel In Canada -- Desyrel Antidepressant Antineuralgic Description Trazodone (TRAZ-oh-done) belongs to the group of medicines known as antidepressants or ``mood elevators.'' It is...

Tretinoin (Topical).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Avita Renova Retin-A Retin-A MICRO In Canada -- Renova Retin-A Retisol-A Stieva-A Stieva-A Forte Vitamin A Acid Vitinoin Other commonly used...

Trientine (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Syprine Another commonly used name is trien. Chelating agent Description Trientine (TRYE-en-teen) is used to treat Wilson's disease, a disease in which there is too much copper in the body. ...

Trifluridine (Ophthalmic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Viroptic In Canada -- Viroptic Another commonly used name is trifluorothymidine . Antiviral, ophthalmic Description Trifluridine (trye-FLURE-i-deen) ophthalmic preparations are used...

Trimethobenzamide (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Benzacot Stemetic Tebamide Tigan Tribenzagan Trimazide Antiemetic Description Trimethobenzamide ( trye-meth-oh-BEN-za-mide) is used to treat nausea and vomiting. ...

Trimethoprim (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Proloprim Trimpex In Canada -- Proloprim Antibacterial, systemic Description Trimethoprim (trye-METH-oh-prim) is used to treat infections of the urinary tract. It may also be used for...

Trioxsalen (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Trisoralen In Canada -- Trisoralen Another commonly used name is trioxysalen . Antipsoriatic, systemic Repigmenting agent, systemic Description Trioxsalen ( trye-OX-sa-len)...

Tropicamide (Ophthalmic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- I-Picamide Mydriacyl Mydriafair Ocu-Tropic Opticyl Spectro-Cyl Tropicacyl In Canada -- Minims Tropicamide Mydriacyl Tropicacyl Cycloplegic ...

Undecylenic Acid, Compound (Topical).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Caldesene Medicated Powder Cruex Antifungal Cream Cruex Antifungal Powder Cruex Antifungal Spray Powder Decylenes Powder Desenex Antifungal Cream Desenex Antifungal Liquid ...

Urea (Intra-amniotic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Ureaphil Another commonly used name is carbamide . Abortifacient Description Intra-amniotic urea ( yoor-EE-a) is given by injection into the uterus to cause abortion. It is to be administered...

Urofollitropin (Systemic).(Drug overview)
May 1, 2006... In the U.S. -- Fertinex Metrodin In Canada -- Fertinorm HP Metrodin Other commonly used names are follicle-stimulating hormone, FSH, and urofollitrophin. Gonadotropin Infertility...