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Generic name: Hydrocortisone and pramoxine (topical/rectal) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Proctocream HC? Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Pramoxine is an anesthetic, or "numbing medicine." It works by interfering with pain signals sent from the nerves to the brain. Hydrocortisone and pramoxine topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat itching and discomfort caused by allergic reactions, eczema, minor burns, insect bites, or other skin conditions. Hydrocortisone and pramoxine rectal (for the rectum) is used to treat itching or swelling caused by hemorrhoids or other inflammatory conditions of the rectum or anus. Hydrocortisone and pramoxine topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. ...

Generic name: Human chorionic gonadotropin (hcg) (injectable) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Pregnyl? Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) is a hormone that is used to cause ovulation and to treat infertility in women . This medicine is not effective in women with primary ovarian failure. HCG is used in men to treat hypogonadism, a condition in which the body doesn't produce enough testosterone. HCG is also used in young boys whose testicles have not descended (dropped) into the scrotum as normally expected during growth. HCG is usually given for this condition in boys who are 4 to 9 years old. HCG is not approved as an aid to weight loss and has not been proven to be more effective than reducing calories in the diet. HCG may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. ...

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Plegridy Pen? Peginterferon beta-1a is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease) in adults who are 18 to 65 years old. This medicine will not cure MS, it will only decrease the frequency of relapse symptoms. Peginterferon beta-1a may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use peginterferon beta-1a if you are allergic to it. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: depression, mental illness, or suicidal thoughts or actions; liver disease; bleeding problems; an allergy to latex (if you use the pref...

Generic name: Bismuth subsalicylate Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Percy Medicine? Bismuth subsalicylate is used to treat diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, indigestion, gas, or upset stomach. Bismuth subsalicylate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use bismuth subsalicylate if you are allergic to it, or if you have: black or bloody stools; a stomach ulcer; bleeding problems; or if you are allergic to salicylates such as aspirin, Doan's Extra Strength, Salflex, Tricosal, and others. Do not give this medicine to a child or teenager with a fever, flu symptoms, or chickenpox. Salicylates can cause Reye's syndrome, a serious and some...

Generic name: Acetaminophen (oral) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Pain Relief Extra Strength? Acetaminophen is used to reduce fever and relieve minor pain caused by conditions such as colds or flu, headache, muscle aches, arthritis, and menstrual cramps. Acetaminophen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not take acetaminophen if you are allergic to it, or if you take other medications that contain acetaminophen. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you've ever had cirrhosis of the liver, or if you drink alcohol daily. ...

Generic name: Saliva substitutes Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Oral-B Moisturizing? Saliva substitutes are manmade forms of the mucus secretions normally produced in the human mouth. Saliva substitutes help to create artificial saliva when the body does not produce enough on its own. Saliva substitutes are used to help relieve dryness and pain or discomfort in the mouth or throat that may be caused by certain disease conditions, medications, surgery, or chemotherapy and radiation treatments. Saliva substitutes may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use saliva substitutes if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed on the prod...

Generic name: Topical emollients Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Olay Regenerist Retinol 24 Max Night Face Moisturizer? Emollients are substances that moisten and soften your skin. Topical (for the skin) emollients are used to treat or prevent dry skin. Topical emollients are sometimes contained in products that also treat acne, chapped lips, diaper rash, cold sores, or other minor skin irritation. There are many brands and forms of topical emollients available and not all are listed on this leaflet. Topical emollients may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use a topical emollient if you are allergic to it. Topical emollients will not t...

Generic name: Multivitamins Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Nufol? Multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Multivitamins are used to provide vitamins that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins are also used to treat vitamin deficiencies (lack of vitamins) caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, and many other conditions. Multivitamins may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Many vitamins can cause serious or life-threatening side effects if taken in large doses. Do not take more of this medicine than directed on the label or prescribed b...

Generic name: Multivitamin with iron Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Niron Komplete? Multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Iron is normally found in foods like red meat. In the body, iron becomes a part of your hemoglobin (HEEM o glo bin) and myoglobin (MY o glo bin). Hemoglobin carries oxygen through your blood to tissues and organs. Myoglobin helps your muscle cells store oxygen. Multivitamins with iron are used to provide vitamins and iron that are not taken in through the diet. They are also used to treat iron or vitamin deficiencies caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, and many other conditions. Multivitamin and iron may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. ...

Generic name: Phenylephrine nasal Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Neo-Synephrine Cold & Sinus Regular Strength? Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine nasal is used to treat nasal congestion and sinus pressure caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. Phenylephrine may be used to treat congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes. Phenylephrine nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use phenylephrine nasal if you are allergic to it. Do not...

Generic name: Codeine, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mytussin DAC? Codeine is a narcotic cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth. Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Codeine, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu. This medicine will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Codeine, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this ...