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ACANYA [Benzoyl PeroxideC14H10O4 : Clindamycin PhosphateC18H34ClN2O8PS]
RX
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2.5% : eq 1.2% base (topical gel)
Dow PharmOct 23, 2008
  • Topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older.
  • Topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
  • Treatment of acne vulgaris.
  • Treatment of acne.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ALLEGRA ALLERGY [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH]
OTC
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180mg (oral tablet)
60mg (oral tablet)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
  • Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies and for the relief of symptoms associated with hives (urticaria) in adults and children 6 years of age and older and 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ALLEGRA HIVES [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH]
OTC
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180mg (oral tablet)
60mg (oral tablet)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
  • Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies and for the relief of symptoms associated with hives (urticaria) in adults and children 6 years of age and older and 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ALLEGRA-D 12 HOUR ALLERGY AND CONGESTION [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH : Pseudoephedrine HydrochlorideC10H15NOClH]
OTC
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60mg : 120mg (oral tablet, extended release)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
  • Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies, swelling of the nasal passages and sinus congestion and pressure in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ALLEGRA-D 24 HOUR ALLERGY AND CONGESTION [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH : Pseudoephedrine HydrochlorideC10H15NOClH]
OTC
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180mg : 240mg (oral tablet, extended release)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
  • Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies, swelling of the nasal passages and sinus congestion and pressure in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ALVESCO [CiclesonideC32H44O7]
RX
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0.08mg/inh (inhalation aerosol, metered)
0.16mg/inh (inhalation aerosol, metered)
Takeda GmbhJan 10, 2008
  • Maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in adult and adolescent patients 12 years of age and older. patent claims method for treating a respiratory disease in a child.
  • Method of treating inflammatory conditions.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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APRISO [MesalamineC7H7NO3]
RX
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375mg (oral capsule, extended release)
Valeant Pharms IntlOct 31, 2008
  • For the maintenance of remission of ulcerative colitis in subjects 18 years of age and older.
  • For the maintenance of remission of ulcerative colitis.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ARNUITY ELLIPTA [Fluticasone FuroateC27H29F3O6S]
RX
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0.1mg/inh (inhalation powder)
0.2mg/inh (inhalation powder)
GlaxosmithklineAug 20, 2014
  • Indicated for the once-daily maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in patients aged 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ATRIPLA [EfavirenzC14H9ClF3NO2 : EmtricitabineC8H10FN3O3S : Tenofovir Disoproxil FumarateC19H30N5O10PC4H4O4]
RX
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600mg : 200mg : 300mg (oral tablet)
GileadJul 12, 2006
  • Treatment of hiv infection.
  • Treatment of hiv-1 infection in adults.
  • Treatment of hiv-1 infection in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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BREO ELLIPTA [Fluticasone FuroateC27H29F3O6S : Vilanterol TrifenatateC24H33Cl2NO5C20H16O2]
RX
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0.1mg/inh : eq 0.025mg base/inh (inhalation powder)
0.2mg/inh : eq 0.025mg base/inh (inhalation powder)
Glaxo Grp LtdMay 10, 2013
  • For the long-term, once-daily maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in patients with copd, including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema, also to reduce exacerbations of copd in patients with a history of exacerbations.
  • Indicated for long-term, once-daily maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in pts with copd, including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema, also to reduce exacerbations of copd in pts with a history of exacerbations.
  • Indicated for the once-daily inhaled treatment for asthma in adults aged 18 years and older.
  • Long-term, once daily maintenance treatment of airflow obstruction in pts with copd, including chronic bronchitis and/or emphysema, also to reduce exacerbations of copd in patients with a history of exacerbations.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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BRIVIACT [BrivaracetamC11H20N2O2]
RX
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100mg (oral tablet)
10mg (oral tablet)
10mg/ml (oral solution)
25mg (oral tablet)
50mg (oral tablet)
50mg/5ml (10mg/ml) (intravenous solution)
75mg (oral tablet)
Ucb IncMay 12, 2016
  • Treatment of partial-onset seizures as adjunctive therapy in patients with epilepsy aged 16 years and older with epilepsy.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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CHILDREN'S ALLEGRA ALLERGY [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH]
OTC
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30mg (oral tablet)
30mg/5ml (oral suspension)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
  • Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies and for the relief of symptoms associated with hives (urticaria) in adults and children 6 years of age and older and 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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CHILDREN'S ALLEGRA HIVES [Fexofenadine HydrochlorideC32H39NO4ClH]
OTC
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30mg (oral tablet)
30mg/5ml (oral suspension)
Sanofi Aventis UsJan 24, 2011
  • Relief of symptoms associated with respiratory allergies and for the relief of symptoms associated with hives (urticaria) in adults and children 6 years of age and older and 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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CONCERTA [Methylphenidate HydrochlorideC14H19NO2ClH]
RX
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18mg (oral tablet, extended release)
27mg (oral tablet, extended release)
36mg (oral tablet, extended release)
54mg (oral tablet, extended release)
Janssen PharmsAug 1, 2000
  • For claims 1-3,6-13,16-24 and 26-32: method of treating adhd.
  • For claims 1-4,6-14,16-24 and 26-32: method of treating adhd in children 6 years of age and older and adolescents.
  • Method of treating adhd in children 6 years of age and older and adolescents.
  • Method of treating adhd.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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CUTIVATE [Fluticasone PropionateC25H31F3O5S]
RX
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0.005% (topical ointment)
0.05% (topical lotion)
Fougera PharmsDec 14, 1990
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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DESONATE [DesonideC24H32O6]
RX
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0.05% (topical gel)
Bayer HlthcareOct 20, 2006
  • Desonate gel is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in patients 3 months of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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EXELDERM [Sulconazole NitrateC18H15Cl3N2SHNO3]
RX
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1% (topical cream)
RanbaxyFeb 28, 1989
Sun Pharm Inds LtdAug 30, 1985
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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EXTINA [KetoconazoleC26H28Cl2N4O4]
RX
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2% (topical aerosol, foam)
Mylan Pharms IncJun 12, 2007
  • Topical treatment of seborrheic dermatitis in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older.
  • Treatment of seborrhea dermatitis in humans.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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FLONASE SENSIMIST ALLERGY RELIEF [Fluticasone FuroateC27H29F3O6S]
OTC
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0.0275mg/spray (nasal spray, metered)
Glaxosmithkline ConsAug 2, 2016
  • Otc use: allergy symptom reliever; temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies; nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose, and (itchy water eyes (ages 12 and up)).
  • The treatment of the symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis in patients 2 years of age and older.
  • Treatment of rhinitis comprising the nasal application of a pharmaceutical formulation as claimed in us patent 7541350.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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LAZANDA [Fentanyl CitrateC22H28N2OC6H8O7]
RX
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eq 0.1mg base (nasal spray, metered)
eq 0.3mg base (nasal spray, metered)
eq 0.4mg base (nasal spray, metered)
Depomed IncJun 30, 2011
  • Management of breakthrough pain in cancer patients 18 years of age and older who are receiving and tolerant to opioid therapy for their underlying persistent cancer pain.
  • Management of breakthrough pain in patients with cancer.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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NASACORT ALLERGY 24 HOUR [Triamcinolone AcetonideC24H31FO6]
OTC
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0.055mg/spray (nasal spray, metered)
Sanofi Aventis UsOct 11, 2013
  • Treatment of nasal symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis in adults and children two years of age and older.
  • Treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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NATROBA [Spinosad]
RX
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0.9% (topical suspension)
Parapro LlcJan 18, 2011
  • Natroba topical suspension is a pediculicide indicated for the topical treatment of head lice infestation in patients six (6) months of age and older..
  • Topical treatment of head lice infestation in patients four (4) years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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OMNARIS [CiclesonideC32H44O7]
RX
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0.05mg/inh (nasal spray, metered)
Takeda GmbhOct 20, 2006
  • Nasal treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis symptoms.
  • Treatment of nasal symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children 6 years of age and older. treatment of nasal symptoms associated w perennial allergic rhinitis in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ONEXTON [Benzoyl PeroxideC14H10O4 : Clindamycin PhosphateC18H34ClN2O8PS]
RX
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3.75% : eq 1.2% base (topical gel)
Dow PharmNov 24, 2014
  • Topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older.
  • Topical treatment of acne vulgaris.
  • Treatment of acne vulgaris.
  • Treatment of acne.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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PREZISTA [Darunavir EthanolateC27H37N3O7SC2H6O]
RX
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eq 100mg base/ml (oral suspension)
eq 150mg base (oral tablet)
eq 600mg base (oral tablet)
eq 75mg base (oral tablet)
eq 800mg base (oral tablet)
Janssen ProdsDec 16, 2011
  • Treatment of hiv-1 infection in adult patients, and treatment of hiv-1 infection in pediatric patients 3 years of age and older, co-administered with ritonavir (prezista/ritonavir) and with other antiretroviral agents.
  • Treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (hiv) infection in adult patients, and treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (hiv) infection in pediatric patients 3 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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PROMACTA [Eltrombopag OlamineC25H22N4O42C2H7NO]
RX
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eq 100mg acid (oral tablet)
eq 12.5mg acid (oral tablet)
eq 25mg acid (oral tablet)
eq 25mg acid/packet (oral for suspension)
eq 50mg acid (oral tablet)
eq 75mg acid (oral tablet)
Novartis Pharms CorpNov 16, 2012
  • Patients with severe aplastic anemia who have had an insufficient response to immunosuppressive therapy.
  • Topical treatment of interdigital tinea pedis and tinea corporis due to trichophyton rubrum, trichophyton mentagrophytes or epidermophyton floccosum.
  • Treatment of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura (itp).
  • Treatment of immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenia (itp).
  • Treatment of thrombocytopenia in adult and pediatric patients 6 years and older with chronic immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenia (itp).
  • Treatment of thrombocytopenia in patients with chronic hepatitis c to allow the initiation and maintenance of interferon-based therapy.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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PULMICORT FLEXHALER [Budesonide]
RX
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0.08mg/inh (inhalation powder, metered)
0.16mg/inh (inhalation powder, metered)
AstrazenecaJul 12, 2006
  • Maintenance treatment of asthma as prophylactic therapy in adult and pediatric patients six years of age or older, including patients requiring oral corticosteroid therapy for asthma.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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RAYALDEE [CalcifediolC27H44O2H2O]
RX
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0.03mg (oral capsule, extended release)
Opko Ireland GlobalJun 17, 2016
  • Administration of 25-hydroxyvitamin d3 by controlled release.
  • Treatment of secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease using controlled release, oral 25-hydroxyvitamin d.
  • Use of controlled release 25-hydroxyvitamin d in treating secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients having chronic kidney disease.
  • Use of extended release oral 25-hydroxyvitamin d3 in treating secondary hyperparathyroidism in adult patients having chronic kidney disease stage 3 or stage 4.
  • Use of sustained release 25-hydroxyvitamin d in treating patients having 25-hydroxyvitamin d insufficiency or deficiency.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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SORILUX [CalcipotrieneC27H40O3]
RX
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0.005% (topical aerosol, foam)
Mayne PharmaOct 6, 2010
  • Use of a calcipotriene containing foam for the treatment of psoriasis.
  • Use of calcipotriene foam for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis in patients aged 18 years and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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SYMBICORT [Budesonide : Formoterol Fumarate Dihydrate]
RX
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0.08mg/inh : 0.0045mg/inh (inhalation aerosol, metered)
0.16mg/inh : 0.0045mg/inh (inhalation aerosol, metered)
AstrazenecaJul 21, 2006
  • Use for maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
  • Use for the treatment of asthma in patients 6 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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TOPICORT [DesoximetasoneC22H29FO4]
RX
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0.05% (topical ointment)
0.25% (topical spray)
TaroJan 17, 1985
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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TRUVADA [EmtricitabineC8H10FN3O3S : Tenofovir Disoproxil FumarateC19H30N5O10PC4H4O4]
RX
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100mg : 150mg (oral tablet)
133mg : 200mg (oral tablet)
167mg : 250mg (oral tablet)
200mg : 300mg (oral tablet)
GileadMar 10, 2016
  • Method of treatment of adults infected with hiv-1.
  • Prophylaxis of hiv-1 infection.
  • Treatment of hiv infection.
  • Treatment of hiv-1 infection in pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
  • Treatment of hiv.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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VANOS [FluocinonideC26H32F2O7]
RX
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0.1% (topical cream)
MedicisFeb 11, 2005
  • Relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses in patients 12 years of age or older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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VENTOLIN HFA [Albuterol Sulfate2C13H21NO3H2O4S]
RX
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eq 0.09mg base/inh (inhalation aerosol, metered)
GlaxosmithklineApr 19, 2001
  • The treatment or prevention of bronchospasm in adults and children 4 years of age and older with reversible obstructive airways disease and the prevention of exercised-induced bronchospasm in patients 4 years of age and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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VIMPAT [LacosamideC13H18N2O3]
RX
-
100mg (oral tablet)
10mg/ml (oral solution)
150mg (oral tablet)
200mg (oral tablet)
200mg/20ml (10mg/ml) (intravenous solution)
Ucb IncOct 28, 2008
  • Method of treating, as initial loading dose for monotherapy or adjunctive therapy, partial onset-seizures in a patient with epilepsy aged 17 years or older.
  • Method of treating, as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy, partial-onset seizures in a patient with epilepsy aged 17 years and older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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VIREAD [Tenofovir Disoproxil FumarateC19H30N5O10PC4H4O4]
RX
-
150mg (oral tablet)
200mg (oral tablet)
250mg (oral tablet)
300mg (oral tablet)
40mg/scoopful (oral powder)
Gilead Sciences IncJan 18, 2012
  • Treatment of chronic hepatitis b in adult patients.
  • Treatment of chronic hepatitis b in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
  • Treatment of hepatitis b infection.
  • Treatment of hiv infection in combination with one or more additional hiv antiviral agents.
  • Treatment of hiv.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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XERESE [AcyclovirC8H11N5O3 : HydrocortisoneC21H30O5]
RX
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5% : 1% (topical cream)
Valeant BermudaJul 31, 2009
  • Combination product for the early treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) to reduce the likelihood of ulcerative cold sores and to shorten the lesion healing time in adults and children (6 years of age and older).
  • New combination product for the early treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) to reduce the likelihood of ulcerative cold sores and to shorten the lesion healing time in adults and adolescents (12 years of age and older).
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ZETONNA [CiclesonideC32H44O7]
RX
-
0.037mg/inh (nasal aerosol, metered)
Takeda GmbhJan 20, 2012
  • Method of treating inflammatory conditions.
  • Treatment of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older. patent claims methods for treating a respiratory disease in a child.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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ZIANA [Clindamycin PhosphateC18H34ClN2O8PS : TretinoinC20H28O2]
RX
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1.2% : 0.025% (topical gel)
MedicisNov 7, 2006
  • Topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years or older.
efficacy
0.0  (0)
side effects
0.0  (0)
danger
0.0  (0)

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WARNING: Consult a licensed physician in the appropriate field for medical treatment and drug prescription. Do not self medicate.


WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.

Felter's Materia Medica on Lder

ALNUS SERRULATA
   The recent bark of Alnus serrulata, Aiton... / ...t. Ord. Betulaceae). A shrub of the United States east of the Mississippi River. Common Names: Tag Alder, Red Alder, Black Alder, Smooth Alder, Common Alder. Principal Constituents.—Oils, tannin, and... / ...are best displayed in pustular eczema and recurrent crops of boils. Passive haematuria is sometimes controlled by its astringent action. 1

ANISUM (Pimpinella anisum)PIAN3
   The dried ripe fruit of Pimpinella Anisum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Umbelliferae). Egypt and Western Asia; cultivated in Southern Europe. Dose, 5 to 40... / ...sweetened. The spirit (1/2 to 1 fluidrachm) given in hot water is more agreeable and effective for older children and adults. The oil (1 to 5 drops) on sugar may be used by the latter, if desired. 1

ARALIA HISPIDA
   The bark of the root of Aralia hispida, Linné (Nat. Ord. Araliaceae). A... / ... undershrub of the eastern section of the United States. Dose, 1 to 30 grains. Common Names: Dwarf Elder, Wild Elder, Bristle-stem Sarsaparilla. Preparations.—1. Specific Medicine Aralia. Dose, 1 to ...1

CHELIDONIUM
   ...ith tensive or throbbing pain in the right hypochondrium, with dull pain radiating to the right shoulder; melancholia, headache and stomach disorders depending upon imperfect hepatic function. Action ......d tensive or throbbing pain of the hypochondrium with dull pains extending to beneath the right shoulder blade. While there is more or less localized pain, there is no general abdominal pain as a rule...1

CHENOPODIUM
   The fruit and oil of Chenopodium ambrosioides anthelminticum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Chenopodiaceae). Waste places throughout the United States. Common... / ...wed by a saline Purge or castor oil one or two hours afterward. The oil may be given in capsule to older children and adults. It is not contraindicated by irritation of the bowels. Oil of chenopodium ...1

EUCALYPTUSEUAN12
   The leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, Labillardiere. Collected from the older parts of the tree. (Nat. Ord. Myrtaceae.) A native tree of Australia; cultivated... / The leaves of Eucalyptus Globulus, Labillardiere. Collected from the older parts of the tree. (Nat. Ord. Myrtaceae.) A native tree of Australia; cultivated elsewhere. Com... / ...of malarial fevers. Used according to indications as given above, eucalyptus is a very satisfactory and pleasant medicine. It is best given in syrup or glycerin.1

EUPATORIUM PERFOLIATUM
   The flowering tops and leaves of Eupatorium perfoliatum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Compositae). Swamps and low meadows throughout the United States. Dose,... / ... has any, is as yet unexplained and should not be seriously relied upon. That cases were rendered milder, deep-seated pain promptly relieved, cough and respiratory irritation lessened, and recovery ex... / ...tonic and stomachic, when given in small doses it improves the appetite and digestion and thus favors a more rapid and perfect convalescence.1

FRANGULA (Rhamnus frangula)FRBL
   The dried bark of Rhamnus Frangula, Linné (Nat. Ord. Rhamnaceae). Collected at least one year before being used. A shrub of wet... / ...situations in Europe, Siberia, and Northern Africa. Dose, 2 to 60 grains. Common Names: Buckthorn, Alder Buckthorn. Principal Constituents.—The glucoside frangulin (rhamnoxanthin) and emodin, both on... / ...only. A remedy for chronic constipation, a dose of 20 drops of the fluidextract, or a fluidrachm of the elixir, being repeated three times a day.1

FRAXINUS
   The dried bark of Fraxinus sambucifolia, Lamarck, and Fraxinus americana, Linné (Nat. Ord. Oleaceae.)... / ...st trees of northern United States and Canada. Dose, 10 to 60 grains. Common Names: 1. Black Ash, Elder-leaved Ash. 2. White Ash. Principal Constituent.—A bitter alkaloid in minute quantity. Prepara... / ...as has been claimed, is extremely doubtful and lacks sufficient proof to be given credence. Its relative, the White Ash, is said to be cathartic.1

GERANIUMGERAN
   The rhizome of Geranium maculatum, Linné (Nat. Ord. Geraniaceae). Common in the rich soils of woods and low grounds in the United States. Dose, 5... / ...especially adapted to relaxation of the mucosa following inflammation. For the summer diarrheas of older children, and especially the cholera infantum of infants, it is splendidly effective after the ... / ...correct excessive acidity, check hemorrhage, and relieve pain; sometimes healing appears to progress rapidly under their influence.1

HYOSCYAMUS
   The leaves and flowering or fruiting tops of Hyoscyamus niger, Linné (Nat. Ord. Solanaceae). Europe; naturalized in waste places in the United... / ... such as attend bad cases of calculi colic—either biliary or renal. But it does very well in the milder attacks. In all painful and spasmodic conditions it takes rather full doses, except in states c... / ...conditions best. Hence its value in nervous headache, the headache of debility, the vague pains of so-called chronic rheumatism, idiopath1

LEPTANDRA (Veronicastrum virginicum)VEVI4
   The rhizome and rootlets of Veronicastrum virginicum (L.) Farw., (Leptandra virginica, Nuttall), (Nat. Ord. Scrophulariaceae). A tall perennial... / ...oated or furred broad and thick tongue, heavy or dull aching in the hepatic region and the left shoulder, and a bitter, disagreeable taste. In fact with any of the preceding symptoms—and yellowness o... / ...Mix. Ten to 20 drops every hour until the diarrhea ceases. Glyconda may be substituted for the neutralizing cordial, if sugar is contraindicated.1

LOBELIALOBEL
   The leaves, tops, and seeds of Lobelia inflata, Linné (Nat. Ord. Lobeliaceae). Abundant in the United States. Dose, 1 to 60 grains. Common... / ...cant or oversecretion; asthmatic seizures; short, lancinating pain radiating from heart to left shoulder and arm; spasmodic muscular contraction; muscular rigidity; infantile convulsions from irritati...1

NUX VOMICA
   The dry, ripe seeds of Strychnos Nux vomica, Linné (Nat. Ord. Loganiacae). According to the U. S. P. it should contain at least 2.5 per cent of... / ...low line around the mouth; fullness and dull pain in the right hypochondrium; pain in the right shoulder, with colicky pain, pointing toward the umbilicus; menstrual colic; constipation; diarrhoea of ... / ...and the heart from cramp asphyxia. The body stiffens after death and this rigidity has been known to persist for months. The smallest doses 1

PRINOS
   ...st woods and streams throughout the United States. Dose (bark), 5 to 60 grams. Common Names: Black Alder, Winterberry. Principal Constituents.—Resin, tannin, and an amorphous, bitter principle. Prepa...... ounces to Alcohol (76 per cent), 16 fluidounces). Dose, 5 to 60 drops. Action and Therapy.—Black alder is tonic, astringent and alterative, and especially effective as the latter. Many alterative s......gent and alterative, and especially effective as the latter. Many alterative syrups contain black alder. The berries are cathartic and vermifuge. Tincture of black alder and specific medicine hydrast...1


WARNING: All medicines, drugs, plants, chemicals or medicial precedures below are for historical reference only. Many of these treatments are now known to be harmful and possibly fatal. Do not consume any plant, chemical, drug or otherwise without first consulting a licensed physician that practices medine in the appropriate field.

Physician's Materia Medica on Lder

BLACK ALDER
   The bark of ILBX VERTICILLATA ( L.) Gray. Astringent, bitter tonic, alterative, antiperiodic. Serviceable in cutaneous diseases, in diarrhea and all debilitated conditions; in dyspepsia combined with Golden-seal.2

DWARF ELDER
   The rhizome of ARALIA HIsPIDA, Vent. Diuretic, alterative, lithontriptic.2

ELDER
   The flowers (corollas) of SAMBUCUS CANADENSIS, Lin. Stimulant diaphoretic, diuretic, refrigerant. Externally applied in fomenta tions and poultices in glandular engorgements, erysipelas, etc,2

TAG ALDER
   The bark of ALNUS RUGOSA, (DuRoi) Koch. Astringent. alterative, antiperiodic, in large dos% emetic. Employed in scroiula and other constitutional diseases, in cutaneous affections, in hematuria, etc.2

ZINC ACETATE
   Astringent in its local action, resembling Zinc Sulphate but milder. Used in collyria (1 or 2 grs. to the ounce), in injections for gonorrhea (1 to 20 grs. to the ounce), etc.2


References

1) Felter, Harvey Wickes, 1922, The Eclectic Materia Medica, Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cincinnati, Ohio.
2) Nelson, Baker & Co., 1904, Physician's Handy Book of Materia Medica and Therapeustics, Detroit, Michigan.