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buy-Ranitidine-Zantac

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:48:00 +0000

Zantac

Indications:

Ranitidine,Zantac, is used to treat ulcers; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which backward flow of acid from the stomach causes heartburn and injury of the food pipe (esophagus); and conditions where the stomach produces too much acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Over-the-counter ranitidine is used to prevent and treat symptoms of heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach.

Usage:

Ranitidine,Zantac, comes as a tablet, an effervescent tablet, effervescent granules, and a syrup to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day at bedtime or two to four times a day. Over-the-counter ranitidine comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day. To prevent symptoms, it is taken 30-60 minutes before eating or drinking foods that cause heartburn. Follow the directions on your prescription or the package label carefully, and ask Your Health provider or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take ranitidine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Dissolve ranitidine effervescent tablets and granules in a full glass (6-8 ounces) of water before drinking.

Do not take over-the-counter ranitidine for longer than 2 weeks unless Your Health provider tells you to. If symptoms of heartburn, acid indigestion, or sour stomach last longer than 2 weeks, stop taking ranitidine and Inform Your Health provider.

special precautions:

Inform Your Health provider and pharmacist if you are allergic to ranitidine or any other medications.
Inform Your Health provider and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention either of the following: anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin); and triazolam (Halcion). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
Inform Your Health provider if you have or have ever had porphyria, phenylketonuria, or kidney or liver disease.
Inform Your Health provider if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking ranitidine, Inform Your Health provider.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Unless Your Health provider tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.

side effects:

Ranitidine may cause side effects. Inform Your Health provider if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

headache
constipation
diarrhea
upset stomach
vomiting
stomach pain

order-Pravastatin-Lipitor

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:47:00 +0000

Lipitor

Indications:

Pravastatin,Lipitor, is used with diet changes (restriction of cholesterol and fat intake) to reduce the amount of cholesterol and certain fatty substances in the blood. Pravastatin is in a class of medications called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors (statins). It works by slowing the production of cholesterol in the body. Buildup of cholesterol and fats along the walls of the blood vessels (a process known as atherosclerosis) decreases blood flow and, therefore, the oxygen supply to the heart, brain, and other parts of the body. Lowering blood levels of cholesterol and fats may help to prevent heart disease, angina (chest pain), strokes, and heart attacks.

.Usage:

Pravastatin comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. To help you remember to take pravastatin, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your Health provider or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take pravastatin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

special precautions:

Inform Your Health provider and pharmacist if you are allergic to pravastatin or any other medications.
Inform Your Health provider and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: cimetidine (Tagamet); erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin); ketoconazole (Nizoral); medications that suppress the immune system such as cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); other cholesterol-lowering medications such as fenofibrate (Tricor), gemfibrozil (Lopid), and niacin (nicotinic acid, Niacor, Niaspan); and spironolactone (Aldactone). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
if you are taking cholestyramine (Questran) or colestipol (Cholestid), take them 4 hours before or 1 hour after pravastatin.
Inform Your Health provider if you drink large amounts of alcohol and if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease.
Inform Your Health provider if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking pravastatin, stop taking pravastatin and Inform Your Health provider immediately. Pravastatin may harm the fetus.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking pravastatin.
if you have a severe infection, surgery, an injury, low blood pressure, or seizures while taking pravastatin, talk to Your Health provider about stopping to take the medication for a while.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Eat a low-cholesterol, low-fat diet. This kind of diet includes cottage cheese, fat-free milk, fish (not canned in oil), vegetables, poultry, egg whites, and polyunsaturated oils and margarines (corn, safflower, canola, and soybean oils). Avoid foods with excess fat in them such as meat (especially liver and fatty meat), egg yolks, whole milk, cream, butter, shortening, lard, pastries, cakes, cookies, gravy, peanut butter, chocolate, olives, potato chips, coconut, cheese (other than cottage cheese), coconut oil, palm oil, and fried foods.

side effects:

Pravastatin may cause side effects. Inform Your Health provider if either of these symptoms is severe or does not go away:

heartburn
headache
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Inform Your Health provider immediately:

muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
lack of energy
fever
yellowing of the skin or eyes

order-Irbesartan-Avapro

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:46:00 +0000

Avapro

WARNING:
This medication Should not be taken by pregnant women. If you become pregnant while taking irbesartan, Inform your doctor immediately. Irbesartan may harm the fetus.

Indications:

Irbesartan,Avapro, is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to treat kidney disease caused by diabetes in patients with type 2 (formerly 'adult onset') diabetes and high blood pressure. Irbesartan is in a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly.

.Usage:

Irbesartan comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. To help you remember to take irbesartan, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your Health provider or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take irbesartan exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Your Health provider may start you on a low dose of irbesartan and gradually increase your dose.

Irbesartan controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take irbesartan even if you feel well. Do not stop taking irbesartan without talking to Your Health provider.

special precautions:

Inform Your Health provider and pharmacist if you are allergic to irbesartan or any other medications.
Inform Your Health provider and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: diuretics ('water pills'), nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia), and tolbutamide (Orinase). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
Inform Your Health provider if you are on dialysis and if you have or have ever had heart failure or kidney disease.
Inform Your Health provider if you plan to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.

side effects:

Irbesartan may cause side effects. Inform Your Health provider if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

runny nose
sore throat
diarrhea
heartburn
excessive tiredness
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Inform Your Health provider immediately:

swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness
difficulty breathing or swallowing
hives
fainting

buy-Albuterol-Ventolin

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:46:00 +0000

Ventolin

Indications:

Albuterol,Ventolin, is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. Albuterol inhalation also is used to prevent breathing difficulties (bronchospasm) during exercise. Albuterol is in a class of medications called beta-agonists. It works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe.

.Usage:

Albuterol comes as a tablet, extended-release (long-acting) tablet, and a syrup to take by mouth and as an aerosol, a solution (liquid), and a powder-filled capsule to inhale by mouth. The solution is inhaled using a nebulizer, and the powder-filled capsules are inhaled using a special dry powder inhaler. Albuterol tablets and syrup are usually taken three or four times a day, and extended-release tablets are usually taken twice a day. For the treatment or prevention of asthma symptoms, the oral inhalation is usually used every 4 to 6 hours as needed. For the prevention of bronchospasm during exercise, the oral inhalation is used 15 minutes before exercise. The nebulized solution is used three or four times a day.

Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take albuterol exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Swallow the extended-release tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them.

Albuterol controls symptoms of asthma and other lung diseases but does not cure them. Do not stop taking albuterol without talking to your doctor.

Before you use the albuterol inhaler for the first time, read the written instructions that come with it. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or respiratory therapist to show you how to use it. Practice using the inhaler while he or she watches.

Before using the aerosol inhaler for the first time and any time it has not been used in more than 4 weeks, "test spray" the inhaler. Do this by spraying 4 times into the air.

To use the aerosol inhaler, follow these steps:

Shake the inhaler well.
Remove the protective cap.
Exhale (breathe out) as completely as possible through your nose while keeping your mouth shut.
Open Mouth Technique: Open your mouth wide, and place the open end of the mouthpiece about 1-2 inches from your mouth.Closed Mouth Technique: Place the open end of the mouthpiece well into your mouth, past your front teeth. Close your lips tightly around the mouthpiece.
Take a slow, deep breath through the mouthpiece and, at the same time, press down on the container to spray the medication into your mouth. Be sure that the mist goes into your throat and is not blocked by your teeth or tongue. Adults giving the treatment to young children may hold the child's nose closed to be sure that the medication goes into the child's throat.
Hold your breath for 5-10 seconds, remove the inhaler, and exhale slowly through your nose or mouth. If you take two puffs, wait 2 minutes and shake the inhaler well before taking the second puff.
Replace the protective cap on the inhaler.
After each treatment, rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash.
If you have difficulty getting the medication into your lungs, a spacer (a special device that attaches to the inhaler) may help; ask your doctor, pharmacist, or respiratory therapist for more information.

Use only the adapter that comes with your canister. Do not use the adapter with any other product canister.

To use the dry powder inhaler, follow these steps:

Remove the inhaler from its container and check to make sure it is clean and dry. Make sure that there are no objects in the mouthpiece.
Keep the inhaler upright and hold the darker-colored end in one hand. Turn the lighter-colored end as far as it can go in either direction.
Take a powder-filled capsule from its pack and place the clear (thinner) end of the capsule in the raised hole in the lighter-colored end of the inhaler. If there is a used capsule shell in the inhaler, it will be pushed into the chamber.
Push the new capsule in until it is even with the top of the hole in the inhaler.
Hold the inhaler level (horizontally) with the white dot uppermost, and turn the lighter-colored end (where the capsule was put in) as far as it will go in the opposite direction. This will open the capsule.
Keep the inhaler level. Breathe out as far as you comfortably can. Raise the inhaler to your mouth and gently put the mouthpiece (darker-colored end) between your teeth and lips. Do not push the inhaler further inside your mouth than your teeth.
Hold the dark blue part of the inhaler so you won't accidentally inhale the device.
Breathe in through your mouth as quickly and as deeply as you comfortably can.
Hold your breath for a short time, then remove the inhaler from your mouth and breathe out.
If your doctor has told you to inhale 2 capsules, repeat steps 2-9.
Other uses for this medicine
Inhaled albuterol also is used sometimes to treat or improve muscle paralysis in patients with a condition that causes occasional paralysis and to treat high potassium levels in patients with kidney failure. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.

special precautions:

Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to albuterol or any other medications.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist what prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: beta blockers such as atenolol (Tenormin), labetalol (Normodyne), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), nadolol (Corgard), and propranolol (Inderal); digoxin (Lanoxin); diuretics ('water pills'); and other inhaled medications used to relax the air passages. Also Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking the following medications or who have stopped taking them within the past two weeks: antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Adapin, Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Aventyl, Pamelor), protriptyline (Vivactil), and trimipramine (Surmontil); and monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, including phenelzine (Nardil) and tranylcypromine (Parnate). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist what nonprescription medications you are taking, including ephedrine, phenylephrine, phenylpropanolamine, and pseudoephedrine. Many nonprescription products contain these medications (e.g., diet pills and medications for colds and asthma), so check labels carefully. Do not take any of these medications without talking to your doctor (even if you never had a problem taking them before).
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had an irregular heartbeat, heart disease, high blood pressure, narrowing of the digestive tract (for the extended-release product only), an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), diabetes, or seizures.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking albuterol, Inform your doctor.

side effects:

Albuterol may cause side effects. Inform your doctor if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

tremor
nervousness
shakiness
dizziness
excitement
headache
difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
nosebleed
increased appetite
upset stomach
vomiting
stomach pain
muscle cramps
cough
dry mouth (inhalation only)
throat irritation (inhalation only)
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Inform your doctor immediately:

rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
chest pain or discomfort
severe rash
hives
itching
increased difficulty breathing
difficulty swallowing
swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness

Order-Verapamil-Isoptin

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Sun, 01 Jan 2006 07:44:00 +0000

Norvasc

Indications:

Verapamil,Isoptin, is used to treat irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) and high blood pressure. It relaxes your blood vessels so your heart does not have to pump as hard. It also increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart to control chest pain (angina). If taken regularly, verapamil controls chest pain, but it does not stop chest pain once it starts. Your doctor may give you a different medication to take when you have chest pain.

.Usage:

Verapamil,Isoptin, comes as a regular tablet and as an extended-release (long-acting) tablet and capsule to take by mouth. The regular tablet is usually taken three times a day. The extended-release tablet and capsule are usually taken one or two times a day and should be swallowed whole. Do not chew, divide, or crush the extended-release tablet or capsule. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take verapamil exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Verapamil controls arrhythmias, high blood pressure, and chest pain (angina) but does not cure them. Continue to take verapamil even if you feel well. Do not stop taking verapamil without talking to your doctor.

special precautions:

Inform your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to verapamil or any other drugs.
Inform your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially aspirin, carbamazepine (Tegretol); cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune); fentanyl (Duragesic); heart and blood pressure medications such as beta-blockers, digoxin (Lanoxin), disopyramide (Norpace), flecainide (Tambocor), quinidine (Quinaglute, Quinidex), diuretics ('water pills'), or any other blood pressure lowering medication; lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); medications to treat depression; medications to treat glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye); phenobarbital; rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane); theophylline (Theo-Dur); and vitamins.
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had heart, liver, or kidney disease, muscular dystrophy, or gastrointestinal obstruction (strictures).
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking verapamil, Inform your doctor.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, Inform your doctor or dentist that you are taking verapamil.
you should know that verapamil may increase the effects of alcohol and make them last longer.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Verapamil may cause an upset stomach. Take verapamil with food or milk.

side effects:

Although side effects from verapamil are not common, they can occur. Inform your doctor if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

constipation
dizziness or lightheadedness
headache
upset stomach
heartburn
excessive tiredness
flushing (feeling of warmth)
slow heartbeat
vivid, unusual dreams
If you experience any of the following symptoms, Inform your doctor immediately:

swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, arms, or legs
difficulty breathing or swallowing
fainting
rash
yellowing of the skin or eyes
fever
increase in frequency or severity of chest pain (angina)

Amlodipine

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:06:00 +0000

Norvasc

General Information and Indications:

NORVASC,Amlodipine, is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Amlodipine is in a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. It controls chest pain by increasing the supply of blood to the heart. If taken regularly, amlodipine controls chest pain, but it does not stop chest pain once it starts. Your doctor may prescribe a different medication to take when you have chest pain

Information For Users:

Amlodipine comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day. To help you remember to take amlodipine, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take amlodipine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

special precautions:

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to amlodipine or any other medications.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking amlodipine, call your doctor.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Amlodipine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
headache
upset stomach
stomach pain
dizziness or lightheadedness
drowsiness
excessive tiredness
flushing (feeling of warmth)

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

more frequent or more severe chest pain
rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
fainting

Codeine

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:05:00 +0000

Codeine

General Information and Indications:

Codeine is used, usually in combination with other medications, to reduce coughing. It also is used to relieve mild to moderate pain.

Information For Users:

Codeine comes alone or in combination with other drugs as a tablet, capsule, and liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken every 4-6 hours as needed. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take codeine exactly as directed.

Codeine can be habit-forming. Do not take a larger dose, take it more often, or for a longer period than Your Health provider tells you to.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to codeine or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other pain relievers; antidepressants; medications for cough, cold, or allergies; sedatives; sleeping pills; tranquilizers; and vitamins.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had liver, kidney, or lung disease.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking codeine, Call your physician.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking codeine.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from codeine are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

dizziness
lightheadedness
drowsiness
upset stomach
vomiting
constipation
stomach pain
rash
difficulty urinating
If you experience either of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

difficulty breathing
mood changes

Caltrate

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:05:00 +0000

Caltrate

General Information and Indications:

Calcium carbonate,Caltrate, is a dietary supplement used when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough. Calcium is needed by the body for healthy bones, muscles, nervous system, and heart. Calcium carbonate also is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and stomach upset. It is available with or without a prescription.

Information For Users:

Calcium carbonate comes as a tablet, chewable tablet, capsule, and liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken three or four times a day. Follow the directions on your prescription or package label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take calcium carbonate exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider. When using this medicine as a dietary supplement, take it with food or following meals.

Chewable tablets should be chewed thoroughly before being swallowed; do not swallow them whole. Drink a full glass of water after taking either the regular or chewable tablets or capsules. Some liquid forms of calcium carbonate must be shaken well before use.

Do not take calcium carbonate as an antacid for more than 2 weeks unless Your Health provider tells you to.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to calcium carbonate or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially digoxin (Lanoxin), etidronate (Didronel), phenytoin (Dilantin), tetracycline (Sumycin), and vitamins. Do not take calcium carbonate within 1–2 hours of taking other medicines. Calcium may decrease the effectiveness of the other medicine.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had kidney disease or stomach conditions.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking calcium carbonate, Call your physician.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from calcium carbonate are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

upset stomach
vomiting
stomach pain
belching
constipation
dry mouth
increased urination
loss of appetite
metallic taste

Premarin

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:04:00 +0000

Premarin

General Information and Indications:

Estrogen,Premarin, is a hormone, a substance produced by the body. It is needed for normal growth and development of female sex organs and for functions such as bearing children. During menopause, the body's production of estrogen is decreased. Estrogen replacement is used for symptoms associated with menopause: hot flashes (feelings of warmth in the face, neck, and chest), sweating, sleep disturbance, vaginal discomfort (dryness and itchiness), poor concentration, and irritability. It also is used in the treatment of breast cancer in postmenopausal women and breast and prostate cancer in men.

Estrogen is also used with diet, calcium supplements, and exercise to slow the progression of osteoporosis, a disease common in women after menopause resulting in bones that break easily.

Information For Users:

Estrogen comes as a tablet to take by mouth, patches to apply externally to the skin, and as a cream to be inserted into the vagina.

Oral estrogen is usually taken by mouth with food or milk either every day or on a cyclical basis: once a day for 21 days and then none for 7 days; then the cycle is repeated. However, for treating cancer it usually is taken three times a day every day for at least 3 months.

Skin patches are usually applied either once or twice weekly for three weeks (on the same days each week), followed by 1 week without the drug (patch); then the cycle is repeated. The package is designed to help you remember when to apply fresh skin patches.

To apply a skin patch, follow the directions provided and these steps:

Remove the skin patch from its protective pouch and peel off the protective strip, exposing the adhesive surface.
Place the adhesive side against a clean, dry, and not excessively hairy area of skin on the trunk of your body, preferably your abdomen (not your waistline or breasts, since tight clothing may rub the patch). Do not apply the patch to oily, broken, or irritated skin.
Press the patch on the selected site firmly with the palm of your hand for about 10 seconds, making sure that the edges adhere to your skin. If the patch accidentally comes off, you can either reapply it or apply a fresh patch, but follow your regular dosing schedule.
Remove and discard the patch and apply a fresh patch according to the schedule prescribed by Your Health provider. To prevent skin irritation, use a different site for each application and wait at least 1 week before using a particular area again. Used patches should be cut up and disposed in a way that keeps them out of reach of children and pets.

To use the vaginal cream, Your Health provider will set up a dosage schedule for you. If you are to use it once a day, it is best to use it at bedtime. Follow the directions that come with the vaginal cream and these steps:

Fill the special applicator that comes with the cream to the level indicated.
Lie on your back with your knees drawn upward and spread apart.
Gently insert the applicator into the vagina; then push the plunger to release the medication.
Withdraw the applicator.
Discard the applicator if it is disposable. If the applicator is reusable, pull it apart and clean it with soap and warm water after each use.
Wash your hands promptly.
Ask your pharmacist or physician any questions you have about using the vaginal cream. You may wish to wear a sanitary napkin after inserting the cream to keep your clothes clean.

Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take estrogen exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider. Do not stop taking estrogen without talking to Your physician.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to estrogen, aspirin, tartrazine (a yellow dye in some processed foods and drugs), or any other medications.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially antibiotics or anti-infectives, anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin), carbamazepine (Tegretol), phenobarbital, phenylbutazone, phenytoin (Dilantin), primidone (Mysoline), rifampin, steroids (Decadron, Medrol, Prednisone), and vitamins.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had asthma; epilepsy (seizures); migraine headaches; history of depression; liver, heart, gallbladder, or kidney disease; jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); genital bleeding; and excessive weight gain and fluid retention (bloating) during the menstrual cycle.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking estrogen, Call your physician immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking estrogen.
Call your physician if you use tobacco products. Cigarette smoking may decrease the effectiveness of this drug.
Call your physician or pharmacist if you wear contact lenses.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Follow all dietary and exercise recommendations, including those regarding calcium supplements, if you are taking estrogen to treat osteoporosis.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Estrogen may cause adverse effects. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

upset stomach
stomach cramps
bloating
diarrhea
appetite and weight changes
glucose intolerance (increased blood sugar)
brown or black skin patches
acne
swelling of the hands, feet, or lower legs (fluid retention)
increased blood pressure
bleeding or spotting between menstrual periods
changes in menstrual flow
painful or missed periods
breast tenderness, enlargement, or secretion
intolerance to contact lenses
Some adverse effects may be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of the following symptoms Call your physician immediately:

severe stomach pain
yellowing of the skin or eyes
severe mental depression
unusual bleeding
loss of appetite

Effexor

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:04:00 +0000

Effexor

General Information and Indications:

Venlafaxine comes as a tablet or extended-release capsule to take by mouth. The regular capsule is usually taken two or three times a day and should be taken with food. The extended-release capsule is usually taken once daily in the morning or evening with food. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take venlafaxine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Swallow the extended-release capsule whole; do not split, chew, crush, or place it in water. If you cannot swallow the extended-release capsule, it may be carefully opened and the entire contents of the capsule sprinkled on a spoonful of applesauce. Swallow (without chewing) this mixture immediately after preparation and then drink a glass of water to make sure all of the medicine is swallowed.

Continue to take venlafaxine even if you feel well. Do not stop taking venlafaxine without talking to Your Health provider, especially if you have taken large doses for a long time. Your Health provider probably will want to decrease your dose gradually. This drug must be taken regularly for a few weeks before its full effect is felt.

Information For Users:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to venlafaxine or any other drugs.
do not take venlafaxine if you are taking monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, including isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl), and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or have stopped taking them within the past two weeks. If you stop taking venlafaxine, you should wait at least a week before you start to take an MAO inhibitor.
Call your physician or pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone); antidepressants; chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton); cimetidine (Tagamet); clomipramine (Anafranil); haloperidol (Haldol); imipramine (Tofranil); indinavir (Crixivan); lithium; medications for anxiety, mental illness, or seizures; medications for migraine such as frovatriptan (Frova), naratriptan (Amerge), rizatriptan (Maxalt), sumatriptan (Imitrex), and zolmitriptan (Zomig); methadone (Dolophine); quinidine (Quinaglute, Quinidex); risperidone (Risperdal); ritonavir (Norvir); sedatives; selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as citalopram (Celexa), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), and sertraline (Zoloft);sleeping pills;and tranquilizers.

Call your physician if you or anyone in your family has or has ever had depression, bipolar disorder (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited), or mania (frenzied, abnormally excited mood), or if you or anyone in your family has thought about or attempted suicide. Also Call your physician if you have or have ever had difficulty urinating; elevated intraocular pressure; or liver, kidney, or heart disease.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking venlafaxine, Call your physician immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking venlafaxine.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.you should know that your mental health may change in unexpected ways, especially at the beginning of your treatment and at any time your dose is increased or decreased. These changes may occur at any time if you have depression or other mental illness, whether or not you are taking venlafaxine or any other medication. You, your family, or your caregiver should Call your physician right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: new or worsening depression; thinking about harming or killing yourself, or planning or trying to do so; extreme worry; agitation; panic attacks; difficulty falling or staying asleep; irritability; aggressive behavior; acting without thinking; severe restlessness; and frenzied, abnormal excitement. Be sure that your family or caregiver knows which symptoms may be serious so they can call the physician when you are unable to seek treatment on your own.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to latanoprost or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including vitamins.
Call your physician if you have inflammation of the eye, and if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using latanoprost, Call your physician.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using latanoprost.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Adverse effects from venlafaxine are common:

upset stomach
drowsiness
weakness or tiredness
excitement or anxiety
insomnia
nightmares
dry mouth
skin more sensitive to sunlight than usual
changes in appetite or weight
headache
Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

constipation
difficulty urinating
frequent urination
blurred vision
changes in sex drive or ability
excessive sweating

Irbesartan

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:03:00 +0000

Avapro

General Information and Indications:

Irbesartan, Avapro, is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It is also used to treat kidney disease caused by diabetes in patients with type 2 (formerly 'adult onset') diabetes and high blood pressure. Irbesartan is in a class of medications called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the action of certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly.

Information For Users:

Irbesartan comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. To help you remember to take irbesartan, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take irbesartan exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Your Health provider may start you on a low dose of irbesartan and gradually increase your dose.

Irbesartan controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take irbesartan even if you feel well. Do not stop taking irbesartan without talking to Your physician.

other uses:
Irbesartan is also used sometimes to treat heart failure. Talk to Your Health provider about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition..

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to irbesartan or any other medications.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: diuretics ('water pills'), nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia), and tolbutamide (Orinase). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for adverse effects.
Call your physician if you are on dialysis and if you have or have ever had heart failure or kidney disease.
Call your physician if you plan to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Irbesartan may cause adverse effects. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

runny nose
sore throat
diarrhea
heartburn
excessive tiredness
Some adverse effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Call your physician immediately:

swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness
difficulty breathing or swallowing
hives
fainting

Premarin

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:03:00 +0000

Premarin

General Information and Indications:

Information For Users:

special precautions:

Possible Adverse Effects:

Ventolin

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:02:00 +0000

Ventolin

General Information and Indications:

Albuterol, Ventolin, is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases. Albuterol inhalation also is used to prevent breathing difficulties (bronchospasm) during exercise. Albuterol is in a class of medications called beta-agonists. It works by relaxing and opening air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe.

Information For Users:

Albuterol comes as a tablet, extended-release (long-acting) tablet, and a syrup to take by mouth and as an aerosol, a solution (liquid), and a powder-filled capsule to inhale by mouth. The solution is inhaled using a nebulizer, and the powder-filled capsules are inhaled using a special dry powder inhaler. Albuterol tablets and syrup are usually taken three or four times a day, and extended-release tablets are usually taken twice a day. For the treatment or prevention of asthma symptoms, the oral inhalation is usually used every 4 to 6 hours as needed. For the prevention of bronchospasm during exercise, the oral inhalation is used 15 minutes before exercise. The nebulized solution is used three or four times a day.

Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take albuterol exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Swallow the extended-release tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them.

Albuterol controls symptoms of asthma and other lung diseases but does not cure them. Do not stop taking albuterol without talking to Your physician.

Before you use the albuterol inhaler for the first time, read the written instructions that come with it. Ask Your Health provider, pharmacist, or respiratory therapist to show you how to use it. Practice using the inhaler while he or she watches.

Before using the aerosol inhaler for the first time and any time it has not been used in more than 4 weeks, "test spray" the inhaler. Do this by spraying 4 times into the air.

To use the aerosol inhaler, follow these steps:

Shake the inhaler well.
Remove the protective cap.
Exhale (breathe out) as completely as possible through your nose while keeping your mouth shut.
Open Mouth Technique: Open your mouth wide, and place the open end of the mouthpiece about 1-2 inches from your mouth.Closed Mouth Technique: Place the open end of the mouthpiece well into your mouth, past your front teeth. Close your lips tightly around the mouthpiece.
Take a slow, deep breath through the mouthpiece and, at the same time, press down on the container to spray the medication into your mouth. Be sure that the mist goes into your throat and is not blocked by your teeth or tongue. Adults giving the treatment to young children may hold the child's nose closed to be sure that the medication goes into the child's throat.
Hold your breath for 5-10 seconds, remove the inhaler, and exhale slowly through your nose or mouth. If you take two puffs, wait 2 minutes and shake the inhaler well before taking the second puff.
Replace the protective cap on the inhaler.
After each treatment, rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash.
If you have difficulty getting the medication into your lungs, a spacer (a special device that attaches to the inhaler) may help; ask Your Health provider, pharmacist, or respiratory therapist for more information.

Use only the adapter that comes with your canister. Do not use the adapter with any other product canister.

To use the dry powder inhaler, follow these steps:

Remove the inhaler from its container and check to make sure it is clean and dry. Make sure that there are no objects in the mouthpiece.
Keep the inhaler upright and hold the darker-colored end in one hand. Turn the lighter-colored end as far as it can go in either direction.
Take a powder-filled capsule from its pack and place the clear (thinner) end of the capsule in the raised hole in the lighter-colored end of the inhaler. If there is a used capsule shell in the inhaler, it will be pushed into the chamber.
Push the new capsule in until it is even with the top of the hole in the inhaler.
Hold the inhaler level (horizontally) with the white dot uppermost, and turn the lighter-colored end (where the capsule was put in) as far as it will go in the opposite direction. This will open the capsule.
Keep the inhaler level. Breathe out as far as you comfortably can. Raise the inhaler to your mouth and gently put the mouthpiece (darker-colored end) between your teeth and lips. Do not push the inhaler further inside your mouth than your teeth.
Hold the dark blue part of the inhaler so you won't accidentally inhale the device.
Breathe in through your mouth as quickly and as deeply as you comfortably can.
Hold your breath for a short time, then remove the inhaler from your mouth and breathe out.
If Your Health provider has told you to inhale 2 capsules, repeat steps 2-9.
other uses:
Inhaled albuterol also is used sometimes to treat or improve muscle paralysis in patients with a condition that causes occasional paralysis and to treat high potassium levels in patients with kidney failure. Talk to Your Health provider about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to albuterol or any other medications.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: beta blockers such as atenolol (Tenormin), labetalol (Normodyne), metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), nadolol (Corgard), and propranolol (Inderal); digoxin (Lanoxin); diuretics ('water pills'); and other inhaled medications used to relax the air passages. Also Call your physician or pharmacist if you are taking the following medications or who have stopped taking them within the past two weeks: antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Adapin, Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Aventyl, Pamelor), protriptyline (Vivactil), and trimipramine (Surmontil); and monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, including phenelzine (Nardil) and tranylcypromine (Parnate). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for adverse effects.
Call your physician or pharmacist what nonprescription medications you are taking, including ephedrine, phenylephrine, phenylpropanolamine, and pseudoephedrine. Many nonprescription products contain these medications (e.g., diet pills and medications for colds and asthma), so check labels carefully. Do not take any of these medications without talking to Your Health provider (even if you never had a problem taking them before).
Call your physician if you have or have ever had an irregular heartbeat, heart disease, high blood pressure, narrowing of the digestive tract (for the extended-release product only), an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), diabetes, or seizures.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking albuterol, Call your physician.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Albuterol may cause adverse effects. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

tremor
nervousness
shakiness
dizziness
excitement
headache
difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
nosebleed
increased appetite
upset stomach
vomiting
stomach pain
muscle cramps
cough
dry mouth (inhalation only)
throat irritation (inhalation only)
Some adverse effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Call your physician immediately:

rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
chest pain or discomfort
severe rash
hives
itching
increased difficulty breathing
difficulty swallowing
swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness

Keflex

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:01:00 +0000

Keflex

General Information and Indications:

Cephalexin, Keflex, is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria such as pneumonia and bone, ear, skin, and urinary tract infections. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

Information For Users:

Cephalexin comes as a capsule, tablet, and liquid to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 6 hours (four times a day) or every 12 hours (twice a day) for 7-10 days. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take cephalexin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Shake the liquid well before each use to mix the medication evenly.

The capsules and tablets should be swallowed whole and taken with a full glass of water..

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to cephalexin or any other cephalosporin antibiotic such as cefadroxil (Duricef) or cephradine (Velosef), penicillin, or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other antibiotics, anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin), probenecid (Benemid), and vitamins.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease, colitis, or stomach problems.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking cephalexin, Call your physician.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking cephalexin.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from cephalexin are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

upset stomach
diarrhea
vomiting
mild skin rash
If you experience any of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

severe skin rash
itching
hives
difficulty breathing or swallowing
wheezing
unusual bleeding or bruising
sore throat
painful mouth or throat sores
vaginal infection

Xalatan

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:01:00 +0000

Xalatan

General Information and Indications:

Xalatan,Latanoprost, is a topical eye medication used to reduce pressure inside the eye. It is used to treat eye conditions, including glaucoma and ocular hypertension, in which increased pressure can lead to a gradual loss of vision.

Information For Users:

Latanoprost,Xalatan, comes as eyedrops. Usually, one drop is applied to the affected eye(s) once a day in the evening. If latanoprost is used with other topical eye medications, allow at least 5 minutes between each medication. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use latanoprost exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Latonoprost controls glaucoma but does not cure it. Continue to use latanoprost even if you feel well. Do not stop using latanoprost without talking to Your physician.

To apply the eyedrops, follow these steps:

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Use a mirror or have someone else put the drops in your eye.
Make sure the end of the dropper is not chipped or cracked.
Avoid touching the dropper against your eye or anything else.
Hold the dropper tip down at all times to prevent drops from flowing back into the bottle and contaminating the remaining contents.
Lie down or tilt your head back.
Holding the bottle between your thumb and index finger, place the dropper as near as possible to your eyelid without touching it.
Brace the remaining fingers of that hand against your cheek or nose.
With the index finger of your other hand, pull the lower lid of the eye down to form a pocket.
Drop the prescribed number of drops into the pocket made by the lower lid and the eye. Placing the drops on the surface of the eyeball can cause stinging.
Close your eye and press lightly against the lower lid with your finger for 2-3 minutes to keep the medication in the eye. Do not blink.
Replace and tighten the cap right away. Do not wipe or rinse it off.
Wipe off any excess liquid from your cheek with a clean tissue. Wash your hands again.
If you still have symptoms of glaucoma (eye pain or blurred vision) after using this medication for a couple of days, Call your physician.

special precautions:

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from latanoprost are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

stinging, burning, itching, watering, or swelling of the eye
redness of the eyelids
irritation
dry eyes
Latanoprost may increase the brown pigmentation in your iris, changing your eye color to brown. The pigmentation changes may be more noticeable in patients who already have some brown eye coloring. Latanoprost may also cause your eyelashes to grow longer and thicker and darken in color. These changes usually occurs slowly, but they may be permanent. If you use latanoprost in only one eye, you should know that there may be a difference between your eyes after taking latanoprost. Call your physician if you notice these changes.

Tenormin

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 07:00:00 +0000

Tenormin

General Information and Indications:

Atenolol, Tenormin, is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It also is used to prevent angina (chest pain) and treat heart attacks. Atenolol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by slowing the heart rate and relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard.

Information For Users:

Atenolol comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day. To help you remember to take atenolol, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take atenolol exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Atenolol controls high blood pressure and angina but does not cure them. It may take 1-2 weeks before you feel the full benefit of atenolol. Continue to take atenolol even if you feel well. Do not stop taking atenolol without talking to Your physician.

Other uses for this medicine
Atenolol is also used sometimes to prevent migraine headaches and to treat alcohol withdrawal, heart failure, and irregular heartbeat. Talk to Your Health provider about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to atenolol or any other medications.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: calcium channel blockers such as diltiazem (Cardizem, Dilacor, Tiazac, others) and verapamil (Calan, Isoptin, Verelan); clonidine (Catapres); nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as indomethacin (Indocin); and reserpine (Serpalan, Serpasil, Serpatabs). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for adverse effects.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had asthma or other lung disease; diabetes; severe allergies; an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism); pheochromocytoma; heart failure; a slow heart rate; circulation problems; or heart or kidney disease.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking atenolol, Call your physician immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking atenolol.
you should know that if you have allergic reactions to different substances, your reactions may be worse while you are using atenolol, and your allergic reactions may not respond to the usual doses of injectable epinephrine.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
If Your Health provider prescribes a low-salt or low-sodium diet, follow these directions carefully.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Atenolol may cause adverse effects. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

dizziness
lightheadedness
tiredness
drowsiness
depression
upset stomach
diarrhea
Some adverse effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Call your physician immediately:

shortness of breath
swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
unusual weight gain
fainting
Atenolol may cause other adverse effects. Call your physician if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

Restoril

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:59:00 +0000

Restoril

General Information and Indications:

Temazepam,Restoril, is used on a short-term basis to help you fall asleep and stay asleep through the night.

Information For Users:

Temazepam,Restoril, comes as a capsule to take by mouth and may be taken with or without food. It usually is taken before bedtime when needed. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take temazepam exactly as directed.

Temazepam can be habit-forming. Do not take a larger dose, take it more often, or for a longer period than Your Health provider tells you to. Tolerance may develop with long-term or excessive use, making the drug less effective. Do not take temazepam for more than 5 weeks or stop taking this medication without talking to Your physician. Stopping the drug suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms (anxiousness, sleeplessness, and irritability). Your Health provider probably will decrease your dose gradually. You may experience sleeping difficulties the first one or two nights after stopping this medication. If your sleep problems continue, talk to Your Health provider, who will determine whether this drug is right for you.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to temazepam, alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium, Librax), clonazepam (Klonopin), clorazepate (Tranxene), diazepam (Valium), estazolam (ProSom), flurazepam (Dalmane), lorazepam (Ativan), oxazepam (Serax), prazepam (Centrax), triazolam (Halcion), or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially antihistamines; cimetidine (Tagamet); digoxin (Lanoxin); disulfiram (Antabuse); isoniazid (INH, Laniazid, Nydrazid); medications for depression, seizures, Parkinson's disease, pain, asthma, colds, or allergies; muscle relaxants; oral contraceptives; probenecid (Benemid); rifampin (Rifadin); sedatives; sleeping pills; theophylline (Theo-Dur); tranquilizers; and vitamins. These medications may add to the drowsiness caused by temazepam.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had glaucoma; seizures; or lung, heart, or liver disease.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking temazepam, Call your physician immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking temazepam.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Adverse effects from temazepam are common and include:

headache
heartburn
diarrhea
hangover effect (grogginess)
drowsiness
dizziness or lightheadedness
weakness
dry mouth
Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

constipation
difficulty urinating
frequent urination
blurred vision
If you experience any of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

jaw, neck, and back muscle spasms
slow or difficult speech
persistent, fine tremor or inability to sit still
fever
difficulty breathing or swallowing
severe skin rash
yellowing of the skin or eyes
irregular heartbeat

Atacand

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:58:00 +0000

Atacand

General Information and Indications:

Candesartan,Atacand, is used to treat high blood pressure. It blocks the action of certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly.This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask Your physician or pharmacist for more information.

Information For Users:

Candesartan comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day with or without food. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take candesartan exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Candesartan controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Continue to take candesartan even if you feel well. Do not stop taking candesartan without talking to Your physician.

other uses:
Candesartan is sometimes used to treat congestive heart failure. Talk to Your Health provider about the possible risks of using this drug for your condition.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to candesartan, benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL), irbesartan (Avapro), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), losartan (Cozaar), moexipril (Univasc), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), sulfas, telmisartan (Micardis), trandolapril (Mavik), valsartan (Diovan), or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially barbiturates; diuretics ('water pills'); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); medications for diabetes; nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (ibuprofen [Motrin, Advil], naproxen [Naprosyn, Aleve], and others); other medications for high blood pressure; potassium supplements; and vitamins.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had heart, kidney, or liver disease or diabetes.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking candesartan.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from candesartan are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

dizziness
lightheadedness
congestion
cough
diarrhea
headache
muscle aches
back pain
fever
sore throat
runny nose
If you experience any of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue, arms, or legs
difficulty breathing or swallowing
fainting
rash

Diamicron

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:57:00 +0000

Diamicron

General Information and Indications:

Acetazolamide,Diamicron, is used to treat glaucoma, a condition in which increased pressure in the eye can lead to gradual loss of vision. Acetazolamide decreases the pressure in the eye. Acetazolamide is also used to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms (upset stomach, headache, shortness of breath, dizziness, drowsiness, and fatigue) of altitude (mountain) sickness. Acetazolamide is used with other medicines to reduce edema (excess water retention) and to help control seizures in certain types of epilepsy.

Information For Users:

Acetazolamide comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take acetazolamide exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

If you are taking the extended-release (long-acting) form of acetazolamide (Diamox Sequels), do not crush or chew the capsules.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to acetazolamide, sulfa drugs, diuretics ('water pills'), or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially amphetamines, aspirin, cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), medications for depression or irregular heartbeat, diflunisal (Dolobid), digoxin (Lanoxin), diuretics ('water pills'), lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid), phenobarbital, primidone (Mysoline), and vitamins.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had heart, liver, or kidney disease; or diabetes.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking acetazolamide, Call your physician immediately.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking acetazolamide.
you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.
plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Acetazolamide may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from acetazolamide are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

upset stomach
vomiting
loss of appetite
If you experience any of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

numbness and tingling
increased thirst and urination
drowsiness
headache
confusion
fever
rash
blood in urine
painful urination
yellowing of the skin or eyes
seizures
sore throat
unusual bleeding or bruising

Amoxil

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:57:00 +0000

Amoxil

General Information and Indications:

Amoxicillin, Amoxil, is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia; bronchitis; gonorrhea; and infections of the ears, nose, throat, urinary tract, and skin. It is also used in combination with other medications to eliminate

Information For Users:

Amoxicillin comes as a capsule, a tablet, a chewable tablet, a suspension (liquid), and pediatric drops to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 12 hours (twice a day) or every 8 hours (three times a day) with or without food. To help you remember to take amoxicillin, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take amoxicillin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Shake the liquid and pediatric drops well before each use to mix the medication evenly. Use the bottle dropper to measure the dose of pediatric drops. The pediatric drops and liquid may be placed on a child's tongue or added to formula, milk, fruit juice, water, ginger ale, or other cold liquid and taken immediately.

The chewable tablets should be crushed or chewed thoroughly before they are swallowed. The tablets and capsules should be swallowed whole and taken with a full glass of water.

Take amoxicillin until you finish the prescription, even if you feel better. Stopping amoxicillin too soon may cause bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics.

other uses:
Amoxicillin also is used sometimes to prevent anthrax infection after exposure and to treat anthrax infection of the skin and chlamydia infections during pregnancy. Talk with Your Health provider about the possible risks of using this medication for your condition.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to amoxicillin, penicillin, cephalosporins, or any other medications.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: chloramphenicol (Chlormycetin), other antibiotics, and probenecid (Benemid). Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for adverse effects.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had kidney disease, allergies, asthma, hay fever, hives, or phenylketonuria.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking amoxicillin, Call your physician.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Amoxicillin may cause adverse effects. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

upset stomach
vomiting
diarrhea
Some adverse effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Call your physician immediately:

severe skin rash
hives
seizures
yellowing of the skin or eyes
unusual bleeding or bruising
pale skin
excessive tiredness
lack of energy

Zestril

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:56:00 +0000

Zestril

General Information and Indications:

Lisinopril,Zestril, is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure. It is used in combination with other medications to treat heart failure. Lisinopril is also used to improve survival after a heart attack. Lisinopril is in a class of medications called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It works by decreasing certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, so blood flows more smoothly and the heart can pump blood more efficiently.

Information For Users:

Lisinopril comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day. To help you remember to take lisinopril, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take lisinopril exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Your Health provider will probably start you on a low dose of lisinopril and gradually increase your dose.

Lisinopril controls high blood pressure and heart failure but does not cure them. Continue to take lisinopril even if you feel well. Do not stop taking lisinopril without talking to Your physician.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to lisinopril, enalapril (Vasotec), benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), fosinopril (Monopril), moexipril (Univasc), perindopril (Aceon), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), trandolapril (Mavik), or any other medications.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as indomethacin (Indocin); diuretics ('water pills'); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); and potassium supplements. Your Health provider may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for adverse effects.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had heart or kidney disease; diabetes; lupus; scleroderma; or angioedema, a condition that causes difficulty swallowing or breathing and painful swelling of the the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs.
Call your physician if you plan to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you are taking lisinopril.
you should know that diarrhea, vomiting, not drinking enough fluids, and sweating a lot can cause a drop in blood pressure, which may cause lightheadedness and fainting.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Lisinopril may cause adverse effects. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

cough
dizziness
headache
excessive tiredness
upset stomach
diarrhea
weakness
sneezing
runny nose
decrease in sexual ability
rash
Some adverse effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, Call your physician immediately:

swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness
difficulty breathing or swallowing
fever, sore throat, chills, and other signs of infection
yellowing of the skin or eyes
lightheadedness
fainting
chest pain

Pulmicort

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 06:53:00 +0000

Pulmicort

General Information and Indications:

Budesonide, Pulmicort, is used to prevent wheezing, shortness of breath, and troubled breathing caused by severe asthma and other lung diseases. It belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.

Information For Users:

Budesonide comes as a powder to inhale by mouth. Budesonide is usually inhaled once or twice a day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask Your physician or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use budesonide exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by Your Health provider.

Budesonide controls symptoms of asthma and other lung diseases but does not cure them. Improvement in your asthma may occur as soon as 24 hours after taking the medication, but full effects may not be seen for 1 to 2 weeks after taking it regularly. Continue to use budesonide even if you feel well. Do not stop using budesonide without talking to Your physician. Call your physician if your symptoms do not improve during the first 2 weeks or if they get worse.

Do not use budesonide for rapid relief of asthma attacks. If you do not have another inhaler for prompt relief of breathing difficulties, ask Your Health provider to prescribe one. If Your Health provider has prescribed a bronchodilator (a drug to be inhaled for rapid relief of difficult breathing such as albuterol [Proventil, Ventolin]), use it several minutes before you use your budesonide. This helps the budesonide get into the deeper parts of your lungs. Call your physician immediately if your asthma is not responding to usual treatment.

Before you use budesonide the first time, read the written directions that come with it. Ask Your Health provider, pharmacist, or respiratory therapist to show you the right way to use the inhaler. Practice using the inhaler in front of him or her, so you are sure you are doing it the right way.

To use the inhaler, follow these steps:

Turn the protective cover and lift it off.
The first time you use a new budesonide inhaler you must prime it. To do this, hold the inhaler upright (with mouthpiece up), then twist the brown grip fully to the right as far as it will go, then back again fully to the left. You will hear a click. Repeat. The unit is now primed and ready to load the first dose. You do not have to prime the inhaler again after this, even if you do not use it for a long time.
Holding the inhaler upright, load the first dose by turning the grip fully to the right and fully to the left until it clicks.
Turn your head away from the inhaler and breathe out. Do not blow or exhale into the inhaler. Do not shake the inhaler after loading it.
Hold the inhaler in the upright (mouthpiece up) or horizontal position. Place the mouthpiece between your lips well into your mouth, past your front teeth. Tilt your head slightly back. Close your lips tightly around the mouthpiece and inhale deeply and forcefully. Be sure that the mist goes into your throat and is not blocked by your teeth or tongue. Adults giving the treatment to young children may hold the child's nose closed to be sure that the medication goes into the child's throat.
Remove the inhaler from your mouth and hold your breath for about 10 seconds. Do not exhale through the inhaler.
If you take 2 puffs (inhalations), wait 2 minutes before taking the second puff.
For the next puff and all other puffs, you do not have to prime the inhaler. However, it must be loaded in the upright position right before its use. Turn the grip fully to the right and then fully to the left until it clicks.
Replace the protective cap on the inhaler. After each treatment, rinse your mouth with water, but do not swallow the water.
Keep the inhaler clean and dry at all times. Do not bite or chew the mouthpiece. Do not use Pulmicort Turbuhaler with a spacer.

special precautions:

Call your physician or pharmacist if you are allergic to budesonide or any other drugs.
Call your physician or pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially arthritis medications; aspirin; cimetidine (Tagamet); digoxin (Lanoxin); diuretics ('water pills'); estrogen (Premarin); ketoconazole (Nizoral); oral contraceptives (birth control pills); oral corticosteroids; phenobarbital (Donnatal, others); phenytoin (Dilantin); rifampin (Rifadin); theophylline (Theo-Dur); and vitamins or herbal products.
if you have a fungal infection (other than on your skin), or any other type of infection, do not use budesonide without talking to Your physician.
Call your physician if you have or have ever had diabetes; thyroid problems; high blood pressure; mental illness; myasthenia gravis; osteoporosis; herpes eye infection; seizures; tuberculosis; ulcers; or liver, kidney, intestinal, or heart disease.
Call your physician if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using budesonide, Call your physician.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the physician or dentist that you aretaking budesonide.
avoid exposure to chicken pox and measles. If you are exposed to them while using budesonide, Call your physician. Do not have a vaccination or other immunization unless directed to by Your Health provider.

Possible Adverse Effects:

Although adverse effects from budesonide are not common, they can occur. Call your physician if any of the following symptoms are severe or long lasting:

dry or irritated mouth or throat
cough
difficult or painful speech
dizziness
difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
neck pain
stomach pain
If you experience any of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

vision problems
white spots or sores in your mouth
swollen face, lower legs, or ankles
cold or infection that lasts a long time
muscle weakness
increased difficulty in breathing
skin rash
unusual bleeding or bruising
fever
sore throat
pain during urination
muscle aches
If you have been switched from oral corticosteroids to budesonide and are slowly tapering off your dose of the oral medication and you experience any of the following symptoms, Call your physician immediately:

joint or muscle pain
increased difficulty in breathing
tiredness

buy-Norvasc

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 02:03:00 +0000

Norvasc

Indications:

.Usage:

special precautions:

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to amlodipine or any other medications.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking amlodipine, call your doctor.

side effects:

Amlodipine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
headache
upset stomach
stomach pain
dizziness or lightheadedness
drowsiness
excessive tiredness
flushing (feeling of warmth)

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

more frequent or more severe chest pain
rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
fainting

Order-VIOXX

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 01:59:00 +0000

VIOXX

Indications:

Merck & Co., Inc. announced a voluntary withdrawal of rofecoxib (Vioxx) from the U.S. and worldwide market due to safety concerns of an increased risk of cardiovascular events (including heart attack and stroke) in patients on rofecoxib.

VIOXX,Rofecoxib, is used to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation (swelling), and stiffness caused by arthritis and to treat painful menstrual periods and pain from other causes. Rofecoxib is in a class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain and inflammation. COX-2 inhibitors may cause less stomach bleeding and ulcers than similar medications.

Usage:

Rofecoxib comes as a tablet and a suspension (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. To help you remember to take rofecoxib, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on the prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take rofecoxib exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

special precautions:

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to rofecoxib, aspirin or other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), or any other medications.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: amitriptyline (Elavil); angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), moexipril (Univasc), perindopril (Aceon), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), and trandolapril (Mavik); anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin); aspirin; diuretics ('water pills'); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); methotrexate (Rheumatrex); oral steroids such as dexamethasone (Decadron, Dexone), methylprednisolone (Medrol), and prednisone (Deltasone); rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane); tacrine (Cognex); theophylline (Theobid, Theo-Dur); and zileuton (Zyflo). Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
tell your doctor if you smoke or drink large amounts of alcohol and if you have or have ever had liver, kidney, or heart disease; heart failure; high blood pressure; asthma; or any stomach problems, including ulcers or bleeding.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking rofecoxib, call your doctor.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking rofecoxib.

side effects:

Rofecoxib may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

upset stomach
stomach pain
weakness

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

black and tarry stools
red blood in stools
bloody vomit
vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds
excessive tiredness
unusual bleeding or bruising
itching
lack of energy
loss of appetite
pain in the upper right part of the stomach
yellowing of the skin or eyes
flu-like symptoms
rash
pale skin
unexplained weight gain
swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
hoarseness
difficulty swallowing or breathing
chest pain

Buy-Zoloft

noreply@blogger.com (Bubblewrap) — Fri, 30 Dec 2005 01:40:00 +0000

Zoloft

Indications:

Studies have shown that children and teenagers who take antidepressants ('mood elevators') such as sertraline may be more likely to think about harming or killing themselves or to plan or try to do so than children who do not take antidepressants.If your child’s doctor has prescribed sertraline for your child, you should watch his or her behavior very carefully, especially at the beginning of treatment and any time his or her dose is increased or decreased.

Zoloft,Sertraline, is used to treat depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (bothersome thoughts that won't go away and the need to perform certain actions over and over), panic attacks (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks), posttraumatic stress disorder (disturbing psychological symptoms that develop after a frightening experience), and social anxiety disorder (extreme fear of interacting with others or performing in front of others that interferes with normal life). It is also used to relieve the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder, including mood swings, irritability, bloating, and breast tenderness. Sertraline is in a class of medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by increasing the amounts of serotonin, a natural substance in the brain that helps maintain mental balance.

Usage:

Sertraline comes as a tablet and a concentrate (liquid) to take by mouth. It is usually taken once daily in the morning or evening. To treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder, sertraline is taken once a day, either every day of the month or on certain days of the month. To help you remember to take sertraline, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take sertraline exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Sertraline concentrate must be diluted before use. Immediately before taking it, use the provided dropper to remove the amount of concentrate your doctor has directed you to take. Mix the concentrate with 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of water, ginger ale, lemon or lime soda, lemonade, or orange juice. Do not mix the concentrate with any liquids other than the ones listed. Drink immediately.

special precautions:

tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to sertraline or any other medications. Before taking sertraline liquid concentrate, tell your doctor if you are allergic to latex.
do not take sertraline if you are taking monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, including phenelzine (Nardil) and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or have stopped taking them within the past two weeks, or if you are taking pimozide (Orap).
do not take disulfiram (Antabuse) while taking sertraline concentrate.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention any of the following: anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin); antidepressants (mood elevators) such as amitriptyline (Elavil), amoxapine (Asendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Adapin, Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil), nortriptyline (Aventyl, Pamelor), protriptyline (Vivactil), and trimipramine (Surmontil); aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn); cimetidine (Tagamet); diazepam (Valium); digoxin (Lanoxin); lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid); medications for anxiety, mental illness, Parkinson's disease, and seizures; medications for irregular heartbeat such as flecainide (Tambocor) and propafenone (Rythmol); oral medications for diabetes such as tolbutamide (Orinase); sedatives; sleeping pills; sumatriptan (Imitrex); and tranquilizers. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
tell your doctor if you or anyone in your family has or has ever had depression, bipolar disorder (mood that changes from depressed to abnormally excited), or mania (frenzied, abnormally excited mood), or if you or anyone in your family has thought about or attempted suicide. Also tell your doctor if you have recently had a heart attack and if you have or have ever had seizuresor liver or heart disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking sertraline, call your doctor.
you should know that sertraline may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
ask your doctor about the safe use of alcoholic beverages while you are taking sertraline.
you should know that your mental health may change in unexpected ways, especially at the beginning of your treatment and at any time your dose is increased or decreased. These changes may occur at any time if you have depression or other mental illness, whether or not you are taking sertraline or any other medication. You, your family, or your caregiver should call your doctor right away if you experience any of the following symptoms: new or worsening depression; thinking about harming or killing yourself or planning or trying to do so; extreme worry; agitation; panic attacks; difficulty falling or staying asleep; irritability; aggressive behavior; acting without thinking; severe restlessness; and frenzied abnormal excitement. Be sure that your family or caregiver knows which symptoms may be serious so they can call the doctor when you are unable to seek treatment on your own.

side effects:

Sertraline, Zoloft, may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

upset stomach
diarrhea
constipation
vomiting
dry mouth
gas or bloating
loss of appetite
weight changes
drowsiness
dizziness
excessive tiredness
headache
pain, burning, or tingling in the hands or feet
excitement
nervousness
shaking hands that you cannot control
difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
sore throat
changes in sex drive or ability
excessive sweating

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them or those listed in the IMPORTANT WARNING section, call your doctor immediately:

blurred vision
seizure
abnormal bleeding or bruising
seeing things or hearing voices that do not exist (hallucinating)