USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language articles from January 1 1997, page 6

USP DI-Volume II, Advice for the Patient: Drug Information in Lay Language archives from January 1 1997

Neomycin and polymyxin B (Topical).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Neosporin Cream (In Canda, Neosporin cream also contains gramicidin.) Description Neomycin (nee-oh-MYE-sin) and polymyxin (pol-i-MIX-in) B combination is used to prevent bacterial...

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin (Ophthalmic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Ak-Spore Ophthalmic Ointment Neocidin Ophthalmic Ointment Neosporin Ophthalmic Ointment Neotal Ocu-Spor-B Ocusporin Ocutricin Ophthalmic Ointment ...

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Bactine First Aid Antibiotic Foille Mycitracin Neosporin Maximum Strength Ointment Neosporin Ointment Topisporin Generic name product may also be...

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone (Ophthalmic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Ak-Spore H.C. Bacticort Cobiron Cortisporin Ophthalmic Suspension Cortomycin Hydromycin I-Neocort Ocutricin HC Triple-Gen Generic name...

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone (Otic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- AK-Spore HC Otic Antibiotic Ear Cortatrigen Ear Cortatrigen Modified Ear Drops Cort-Biotic Cortisporin Cortomycin Drotic Ear-Eze ...

Niacin - for high cholesterol (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Endur-Acin Nia-Bid Niac Niacels Niacor Nico-400 Nicobid Tempules Nicolar Nicotinex Elixir Slo-Niacin Generic name product may also...

Niacin (Vitamin B3) (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Endur-Acin (Niacin (nye-a-SIN) (Generic name product may also be available in the U.S.) (Generic name product may also be available in Canada.)) Nia-Bid (Niacin...

Nicotine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Habitrol Nicoderm Nicorette Nicotrol ProStep In Canada -- Habitrol Nicoderm Nicorette Nicorette Plus Nicotrol ProStep ...

Nitrates - oral (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cardilate (Erythrityl Tetranitrate (e-RI-thri-till tet-ra-NYE-trate)) Dilatrate-SR (Isosorbide Dinitrate (eye-soe-SOR-bide dye-NYE-trate) (Generic name product may...

Nitrates - topical (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Deponit (Nitroglycerin Transdermal Patches (Generic name product may also be available in the U.S.)) Nitro-Bid (Nitroglycerin Ointment (Generic name product may also ...

Nystatin and triamcinolone (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Dermacomb Myco II Mycobiotic II Mycogen II Mycolog II Myco-Triacet II Mykacet Mykacet II Mytrex Tristatin II Generic name product...

Opium preparations (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used names are: In the U.S. -- Camphorated Opium Tincture (Paregoric (par-e-GOR-ik)) Laudanum (Opium Tincture (OH-pee-um)) In Canada -- Camphorated Opium Tincture (Paregoric (par-e-GOR-ik)) ...

Orphenadrine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Antiflex Banflex Flexoject Mio-Rel Myolin Myotrol Norflex Orfro Orphenate Generic name product may also be available. In Canada...

Orphenadrine and aspirin (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Norgesic Norgesic Forte Norphadrine Norphadrine Forte N3 Gesic N3 Gesic Forte Orphenagesic Orphenagesic Forte In Canada -- (In Canada, Aspirin...

Ovulation prediction test kits for home use.
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Answer Ovulation Clearplan Easy Color Ovulation Test Conceive Ovulation Predictor First Response Fortel OvuGen OvuKIT OvuQUICK Q-test ...

Oxymetazoline (Nasal).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Afrin Cherry Scented Nasal Spray Afrin Children's Strength Nose Drops Afrin Extra Moisturizing Nasal Decongestant Spray Afrin Menthol Nasal Spray Afrin Nasal Spray...

Pancrelipase (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cotazym Cotazym-S Enzymase-16 Ilozyme Ku-Zyme HP Pancoate Pancrease Pancrease MT 4 Pancrease MT 10 Pancrease MT 16 Pancrease MT 20 ...

Perphenazine and amitriptyline (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Etrafon Etrafon-A Etrafon-Forte Triavil Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Elavil Plus Etrafon Etrafon-A ...

Phenothiazines (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Compa-Z (Prochlorperazine (proe-klor-PAIR-a-zeen) (Generic name product may also be available in the U.S.) (Generic name product may also be available in Canada.)) ...

Phentolamine and papaverine (Intracavernosal).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names for phentolamine are: In the U.S. -- Regitine Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Rogitine Generic name product may also be available. ...

Phenylephrine (Ophthalmic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Ak-Dilate Ak-Nefrin Dilatair I-Phrine Isopto Frin Mydfrin Neo-Synephrine Ocugestrin Ocu-Phrin Sterile Eye Drops Ocu-Phrin Sterile...

Pilocarpine (Ophthalmic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Adsorbocarpine Akarpine Isopto Carpine Ocu-Carpine Ocusert Pilo-20 Ocusert Pilo-40 Pilagan Pilocar Pilopine HS Piloptic-(1/2) ...

Podophyllum (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names in the U.S. are Podocon-25 and Podofin. Description Podophyllum (pode-oh-FILL-um) is used to remove benign (not cancer) growths, such as certain kinds of warts. It works by destroying the tissue of...

Potassium supplements (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cena-K (Potassium Chloride (Generic name product may be available in the U.S.) (Generic name product may be available in Canada.)) Effer-K (Potassium Bicarbonate...

Prazosin and polythiazide (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Minizide. Description Prazosin (PRA-zoe-sin) and polythiazide (pol-i-THYE-a-zide) combination is used in the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the...

Pregnancy test kits for home use.
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Advance Answer Answer Plus Answer Plus II Answer Quick & Simple Clearblue Easy Daisy 2 e.p.t. Quick Stick Fact Plus First Response ...

Primaquine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Generic name product may be available in the U.S. and Canada. Description Primaquine (PRIM-a-kween) belongs to the group of medicines called antiprotozoals. It is used in the treatment of malaria. Primaquine is available only with your...

Primidone (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Myidone Mysoline Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Apo-Primidone Mysoline PMS Primidone Sertan Generic name...

Probenecid (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Benemid Probalan Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Benemid Benuryl Description Probenecid (proe-BEN-e-sid) is used in...

Probucol (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Lorelco In Canada -- Lorelco Other -- Bifenabid Lesterol Lurselle Panesclerina Superlipid Description Probucol...

Procainamide (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Procan SR Promine Pronestyl Pronestyl-SR Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Procan SR Pronestyl Pronestyl-SR ...

Procarbazine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Matulane In Canada -- Natulan Description Procarbazine (pro-KAR-ba-zeen) belongs to the group of medicines known as alkylating agents. It is used to treat some...

Propafenone (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Rythmol. Description Propafenone (proe-pa-FEEN-none) belongs to the group of medicines known as antiarrhythmics. It is used to correct irregular heartbeats to a normal rhythm....

Propiomazine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Largon. Description Propiomazine (proe-pee-OH-ma-zeen) is used to produce sleepiness or drowsiness and to relieve anxiety before or during surgery or certain procedures. It is also used with...

Protirelin (Diagnostic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Relefact TRH. Description Protirelin (proe-TYE-re-lin) is used to test the response of the anterior pituitary gland in people who may have certain medical conditions involving the thyroid...

Pseudoephedrine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cenafed Chlor-Trimeton Non-Drowsy Decongestant 4 Hour Decofed Dorcol Children's Decongestant Liquid Drixoral Non-Drowsy Formula Efidac/24 Genaphed ...

Pyrantel (Oral).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Antiminth Reese's Pinworm Medicine Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Combantrin Other -- Aut Cobantril ...

Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Beesix Doxine Nestrex Pyri Rodex Vitabee 6 Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Generic name product is available....

Pyrimethamine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Daraprim. Description Pyrimethamine (peer-i-METH-a-meen) is an antiprotozoal (an-tee-proe-toe-ZOE-al) medicine. Antiprotozoals work by killing protozoa (tiny, one-celled animals) or...

Pyrvinium (Oral).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in Canada is Vanquin. Another commonly used name is viprynium. Description Pyrvinium (peer-VIN-ee-um) is used to treat pinworms (enterobiasis). It will not work for other types of worm infections (for example,...

Quinacrine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Atabrine. Another commonly used name is mepacrine. Description Quinacrine (KWIN-a-kreen) is used to treat giardiasis (jee-ar-DYE-a-siss), a protozoal infection of the intestinal tract....

Quinidine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cardioquin Cin-Quin Duraquin Quinaglute Dura-tabs Quinalan Quinidex Extentabs Quinora Generic name product may also be available. In Canada...

Quinine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Description Quinine (KWYE-nine) is used to treat malaria. This medicine is usually given with one or more other medicines for malaria. Quinine may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor. Do not confuse quinine with...

Radiopaque agents (Diagnostic).
January 1, 1997... 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 (eye-oh-thal-A-mate) 6....

Radiopharmaceuticals (Diagnostic).
January 1, 1997... This information applies to the following medicines when used for diagnosis: 1. Ammonia N 13 (a-MOE-nya) 2. Cyanocobalamin Co 57 (sye-an-oh-koe-BAL-a-min) 3. Ferrous Citrate Fe 59 (FER-us SI-trate) 4. Fludeoxyglucose F 18...

Rauwolfia alkaloids (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Harmonyl (Deserpidine (de-SER-pi-deen) (Not commercially available in Canada.)) Raudixin (Rauwolfia Serpentina (rah-WOOL-fee-a ser-pen-TEE-na) (Not commercially...

Resorcinol (Topical).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is RA. 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 warts....

Ribavirin (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Virazole In Canada -- Virazole Other -- Virazid Another commonly used name is tribavirin. Description Ribavirin (rye-ba-VYE-rin) is used to...

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... 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 (RYE-boe-flay-vin) (vitamin B(sub 2)) is needed to...

Rifampin (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Rifadin Rifadin IV Rimactane In Canada -- Rifadin Rimactane Rofact Another commonly used name is rifampicin. Description Rifampin...

Silver sulfadiazine (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Flint SSD Sildimac Silvadene SSD SSD AF Thermazene In Canada -- Flamazine Description Silver sulfadiazine (SILL-ver sul-fa-DYE-a-zeen),...

Sodium benzoate and sodium phenylacetate (Systemic) (Not commercially available in Canada.).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Ucephan. Description Sodium benzoate (SOE-dee-um BEN-zo-ate) and sodium phenylacetate (fen-ill-AH-seh-tate) combination is used to treat a condition caused by too much ammonia in the blood...

Sodium chloride (Intra-amniotic).
January 1, 1997... 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. It is available in the following dosage...

Sodium phosphate p 32 (Therapeutic).
January 1, 1997... 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 the activity of the body's...

Spectinomycin (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Trobicin. 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 sometimes given with other medicines for...

Streptozocin (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Zanosar. Description Streptozocin (strep-toe-ZOE-sin) belongs to the group of medicines known as alkylating agents. It is used to treat cancer of the pancreas. Streptozocin seems to...

Sucralfate (Oral).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Carafate Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Sulcrate Description Sucralfate (soo-KRAL-fate) is used to treat and prevent duodenal...

Sulfapyridine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in Canada is Dagenan. Generic name product may also be available in the U.S. and Canada. Description Sulfapyridine (sul-fa-PEER-i-deen) is a sulfa medicine. It is used to help control dermatitis herpetiformis...

Sulfasalazine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Azulfidine Azulfidine EN-Tabs Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- PMS-Sulfasalazine PMS-Sulfasalazine E.C. Salazopyrin ...

Sulfinpyrazone (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Anturane Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Anturan Apo-Sulfinpyrazone Novopyrazone Description Sulfinpyrazone...

Sulfonamides (Ophthalmic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Ak-Sulf (Sulfacetamide (sul-fa-SEE-ta-mide) (Generic name product may also be available in the U.S.)) Bleph-10 (Sulfacetamide (sul-fa-SEE-ta-mide) (Generic name ...

Sulfonamides (Vaginal).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- AVC (Sulfanilamide (sul-fa-NILL-a-mide) (Generic name product may be available in the U.S.)) Sulfa-Gyn (Triple Sulfa (TRI-pel SUL-fa) (Generic name product may be...

Sulfur (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cuticura Ointment Finac Fostex Regular Strength Medicated Cover-Up Fostril Lotion Lotio Alsulfa Sulpho-Lac Generic name product may also be available....

Sulfurated lime (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Vlemasque Generic name product may also be available. In Canada -- Vlemasque Another commonly used name is Vleminckx's solution. Description...

Tamoxifen (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Nolvadex In Canada -- Alpha-Tamoxifen Med Tamoxifen Nolvadex Nolvadex-D Novo-Tamoxifen Tamofen Tamone Tamoplex Description...

Terazosin (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Hytrin. Description Terazosin (ter-AY-zoe-sin) is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the work load of the heart and arteries. If it continues...

Teriparatide (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Parathar. Description Teriparatide (terr-ih-PAR-a-tyd) is synthetic human parathyroid hormone used by injection as a test to help diagnose problems of the parathyroid gland. This test determines...

Testolactone (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Teslac. 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. Testolactone is...

Tetracyclines (Ophthalmic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Achromycin (Tetracycline (te-tra-SYE-kleen)) Aureomycin (Chlortetracycline (klor-te-tra-SYE-kleen)) In Canada -- Achromycin (Tetracycline (te-tra-SYE-kleen)) ...

Tetracyclines (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Aureomycin (Chlortetracycline (klor-te-tra-SYE-kleen)) Achromycin (Tetracycline (te-tra-SYE-kleen)) Meclan (Meclocycline (me-kloe-SYE-kleen)) Topicycline (Tetracycline...

Probenecid and colchicine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- ColBenemid Col-Probenecid Proben-C Generic name product may also be available. Description Probenecid (proe-BEN-e-sid) and colchicine (KOL-chi-seen)...

Progestins - for noncontraceptive use. (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Amen (Medroxyprogesterone (me-DROX-ee-proe-JESS-te-rone) (Generic name product may also be available in the U.S.)) Aygestin (Norethindrone (nor-eth-IN-drone)) ...

Pyrazinamide (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names in Canada are pms-Pyrazinamide and Tebrazid. Available in the U.S. as generic name product. Description Pyrazinamide (peer-a-ZIN-a-mide) belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives....

Pyrethrins and piperonyl butoxide (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: 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...

Pyrithione (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Danex DHS Zinc Dandruff Shampoo Head & Shoulders Antidandruff Cream Shampoo Normal to Dry Formula Head & Shoulders Antidandruff Cream Shampoo Normal to Oily ...

Rauwolfia alkaloids and thiazide diuretics (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Demi-Regroton (Reserpine and Chlorthalidone (klor-THAL-i-done) (Not commercially available in Canada.)) Diupres (Reserpine (re-SER-peen) and Chlorothiazide ...

Reserpine, hydralazine, and hydrochlorothiazide (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Cam-Ap-Es Cherapas Ser-A-Gen Seralazide Ser-Ap-Es Serpazide Tri-Hydroserpine Unipres Generic name product may also be available. In...

Resorcinol and sulfur (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: 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...

Rifampin and isoniazid (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. is Rifamate. Another commonly used name is rifampicin and isoniazid. Description Rifampin (rif-AM-pin) and isoniazid (eye-soe-NYE-a-zid) is a combination antibiotic and anti-infective medicine. It is...

Ritodrine (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Yutopar Generic name product is available. In Canada -- Yutopar Yutopar S.R. Description Ritodrine (RI-toe-dreen) is used to stop premature labor....

Rubella Virus Vaccine Live (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... A commonly used brand name in the U.S. and Canada is Meruvax II. Generic name product may also be available. Description Rubella (rue-BELL-a) Virus Vaccine Live is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection by the rubella virus....

Salicylates (Systemic).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Acuprin 81 (Aspirin (AS-pir-in) (Generic name product may be available in the U.S.) (Generic name product may be available in Canada.) (Aspirin is a brand name in...

Salicylic acid (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: 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...

Salicylic acid and sulfur (Topical).
January 1, 1997... Some commonly used brand names are: In the U.S. -- Acno Acnotex Aveeno Cleansing Bar Creamy SS Shampoo Fostex Regular Strength Medicated Cleansing Bar Fostex Regular Strength Medicated Cleansing Cream (for face...