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Mestinon Timespan: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Pyridostigmine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mestinon Timespan? Pyridostigmine affects chemicals in the body that are involved in the communication between nerve impulses and muscle movement. Pyridostigmine is used to treat the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. It is also used in military personnel who have been exposed to nerve gas. Pyridostigmine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use pyridostigmine if you are allergic to it, or if you have a bladder or bowel obstruction. To make sure you can safely take pyridostigmine, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions: asthma; or kidney disease. FDA pregnanc...

Methadose Sugar-Free: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Methadose Sugar-Free? Methadone is an opioid medication. Methadone is used for around-the-clock treatment of severe pain. This medicine is not for use on an as-needed basis for pain. Methadone is also used as part of a drug addiction detoxification program. In people addicted to heroin or other narcotic drugs, methadone reduces withdrawal symptoms without causing the "high" associated with the drug addiction. Methadone is available only from a certified pharmacy. Methadone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use methadone if you are allergic to it, or if you have: severe asthma or breathing problem...

MG Plus Protein: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Magnesium amino acids chelate Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is MG Plus Protein? Magnesium is a naturally occurring mineral. Magnesium is important for many systems in the body especially the muscles and nerves. Chelated magnesium is in a form that is easily absorbed by the body. Chelated magnesium is used as a supplement to maintain adequate magnesium in the body. Chelated magnesium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use chelated magnesium if you are allergic to it, or if you have kidney disease. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this product if you have other medical conditions, especially: diabet...

Micro-K 10: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Micro-K 10? Potassium is a mineral that is needed for several functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart. Potassium chloride is used to prevent or to treat low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia). Potassium levels can be low as a result of a disease or from taking certain medicines, or after a prolonged illness with diarrhea or vomiting. Potassium chloride may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use potassium chloride if you are allergic to it, or if: you have high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia); or you take a "potassium-sparing" diuretic (water pill) such as ami...

Mineral Oil, Light: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Mineral oil (oral/rectal) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mineral Oil, Light? Mineral oil is used to treat occasional constipation. The oral form is taken by mouth. The rectal form is used as an enema applied in the rectum. Mineral oil may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings People with eating disorders (such as anorexia or bulimia) should not use laxatives without a doctor's advice. You should not use mineral oil if you are allergic to it. Do not take oral mineral oil if: you have trouble swallowing; you are pregnant; or you are ill, debilitated, or bedridden. Do not give oral mineral oil to a child younger than 12 years old. Do not...

Modane Soft: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Docusate (oral/rectal) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Modane Soft? Docusate is a stool softener that makes bowel movements softer and easier to pass. Docusate is used to relieve occasional constipation (irregularity). There are many brands and forms of docusate available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Docusate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use docusate if you are allergic to it. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have: stomach pain; nausea; vomiting; or a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant o...

Heme iron polypeptide: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: heme iron polypeptide [ heem-eye-urn-pol-ee-pep-tide ] Drug class: Iron products Availability: Over the counter Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Proferrin clear , Proferrin-es What is Heme iron polypeptide? Heme iron polypeptide is also known as iron and other names. Heme iron polypeptide is used to treat anemia of chronic disease, iron deficiency anemia, and iron deficiency related to pregnancy. Heme iron polypeptide has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating breath-holding attacks, memory and thinking skills, heart failure, and restless legs syndrome. Heme iron polypeptide has also been used to treat athletic performance, child growth, and premature birth. However, research has shown that heme iron polypeptide may not be effe...

Theraflu expressmax nighttime severe c and c: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: acetaminophen, diphenhydramine, and phenylephrine [ a-seet-a-min-oh-fen, dye-fen-hye-dra-meen, and-fen-il-eff-rin ] Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations Availability: Rx and/or otc Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available Brand names: Delsym cough plus cold night time , Mucinex fast-max night time cold and flu , Sudafed pe severe cold , Theraflu severe cold and cough nighttime , Acetaminophen, diphenhydramine, and phenylephrine What is Theraflu expressmax nighttime severe c and c? Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. Phenylephrine is a decongestant. Theraflu ExpressMax Nighttime Severe C and C is a combination medicine used to treat cold and flu symptoms such as runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, cough, sore throat, he...

Curcumin 95: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: turmeric [ tur-mer-ik-or-too-me-rik ] Drug class: Herbal products Availability: Over the counter Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available Brand names: Turmeric , Turmericxl , Curcuplex-95 What is Curcumin 95? Curcumin 95 is a spice that comes from a plant. This medicine is also known as Curcuma, Curcumin, Halada, Haldi, Haridra, Indian Saffron, Nisha, Pian Jiang Huang, Rajani, Safran Bourbon, Safran de Batallita, Safran des Indes, This medicine Root, Yu Jin, and other names. This medicine should not be confused with Javanese this medicine root (Curcuma zedoaria). Curcumin 95 is commonly used to flavor or color curry powders, mustards, and other foods. The this medicine root is also used to make alternative medicine. Curcumin 95 has been used in alternative medicine as a possi...