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Dexedrine
Dexedrine Generic Name: Dextroamphetamine (DEX-troe-am-FET-a-meen)Brand Name: DexedrineDexedrine has a high potential for abuse and may be habit-forming if used for a long period of time. Use Dexedrine only as prescribed. Do not share it with others. Abuse of Dexedrine may cause serious heart problems, blood vessel problems, or sudden death.Dexedrine is used for:Treating ...
Dexedrine Spansule
Dexedrine SpansuleGeneric Name: dextroamphetamine (DEX tro am FET a meen)Brand Names: Dexedrine, Dexedrine Spansule, Dextrostat, Liquadd, ProCentraWhat is Dexedrine Spansule (dextroamphetamine)?Dextroamphetamine is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control.Dextroamphetamine is used to treat n...
Dexedrine Spansule Sustained-Release Capsules
Dexedrine Spansule Sustained-Release CapsulesGeneric Name: Dextroamphetamine (DEX-troe-am-FET-a-meen)Brand Name: Dexedrine SpansuleDexedrine Spansule Sustained-Release Capsules has a high potential for abuse and may be habit-forming if used for a long period of time. Use Dexedrine Spansule Sustained-Release Capsules only as prescribed. Do not share it with others. Abuse of Dexedrine Spansu...
Dexedrine Spansules
Dexedrine SpansulesGeneric Name: dextroamphetamine (Oral route)dex-troe-am-FET-a-meenOral routeTabletCapsule, Extended ReleaseAmphetamines have a high potential for abuse. Administration of amphetamines for prolonged periods of time may lead to drug dependence and must be avoided. Particular attention should be paid to the possibility of subjects obtaining amphetamines for non-therapeuti...
DexFerrum
DexFerrumGeneric Name: iron dextran (EYE urn DEX tran)Brand Names: DexFerrum, InfedWhat is DexFerrum (iron dextran)?Iron dextran is a form of the mineral iron. Iron is important for many functions in the body, especially for the transport of oxygen in the blood.Iron dextran is used to treat iron deficiencies and iron deficiency anemia.Iron dextran may also be used for purposes oth...
Dexferrum
Dexferrum Generic Name: Iron Dextran (EYE-urn DEX-tran)Brand Name: Examples include Dexferrum and InfedDexferrum may cause serious and possibly fatal allergic reactions. Patients who have had an allergic reaction to another medicine or to several other medicines may have a greater risk of allergic reaction to Dexferrum . Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to anothe...
dexlansoprazole
dexlansoprazoleGeneric Name: dexlansoprazole (DEX lan SOE pra zol)Brand Names: KapidexWhat is dexlansoprazole?Dexlansoprazole decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.Dexlansoprazole is used to treat heartburn caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and to heal erosive esophagitis (damage to the esophagus from stomach acid).Dexlansoprazole may also be used for...
dexlansoprazole
dexlansoprazole (Oral route)dex-lan-SOE-pra-zoleCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.KapidexAvailable Dosage Forms:Capsule, Delayed ReleasePharmacologic Class: Proton Pump InhibitorUses For dexlansoprazoleDexlansoprazole is used to treat certain conditions in which there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat erosive esophagitis or "heartburn" caused by ga...
Dexlansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules
Dexlansoprazole Delayed-Release CapsulesGeneric Name: Dexlansoprazole (DEX-lan-SOE-pra-zole)Brand Name: KapidexDexlansoprazole Delayed-Release Capsules are used for:Healing and maintaining healing of irritation of the esophagus. It is also used to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) (eg, heartburn). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your...
Dexlansoprazole
DexlansoprazolePronunciation: (DEX-lan-SOE-pra-zole)Class: Proton pump inhibitorTrade Names:Kapidex- Capsules, delayed-release 30 mg- Capsules, delayed-release 60 mgPharmacologySuppresses gastric acid secretion by inhibition of the proton pump in the gastric parietal cell, which blocks the final step of acid production.PharmacokineticsAbsorptionMean C max and AUC values i...
Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride
Dexmedetomidine HydrochloridePronunciation: (dex-MED-e-TO-mi-dine HYE-droe-KLOR-ide)Class: Sedative and hypnotic, nonbarbiturateTrade Names:Precedex- Injection, solution 100 mcg/mLPharmacologyRelatively selective alpha-2 adrenergic agonist with sedative properties.PharmacokineticsAbsorptionFollowing IV administration, distribution half-life is approximately 6 min. Pharmacok...
dexmethylphenidate
dexmethylphenidateGeneric Name: dexmethylphenidate (dex METH il FEN i date)Brand Names: Focalin, Focalin XRWhat is dexmethylphenidate?Dexmethylphenidate is a mild stimulant to the central nervous system (brain and nerves).Dexmethylphenidate is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Dexmethylphenidate may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medi...
dexmethylphenidate
dexmethylphenidate (Oral route)dex-meth-il-FEN-i-dateOral routeCapsule, Extended ReleaseTabletDexmethylphenidate hydrochloride should be given cautiously to patients with a history of drug dependence or alcoholism. Chronic, abusive use can lead to marked tolerance and psychological dependence with varying degrees of abnormal behavior. Frank psychotic episodes can occur, especially with paren...
Dexmethylphenidate
Dexmethylphenidate Generic Name: Dexmethylphenidate (dex-METH-il-FEN-i-date)Brand Name: FocalinUse Dexmethylphenidate with caution if you have a history of emotional problems, or alcohol or substance abuse. Abuse of Dexmethylphenidate may cause it to not work as well. Abuse may also lead to addiction and severe mental changes. Do not suddenly stop using Dexmethylphenidate . Depression or...
Dexmethylphenidate Extended-Release Capsules
Dexmethylphenidate Extended-Release CapsulesGeneric Name: Dexmethylphenidate (dex-METH-il-FEN-i-date)Brand Name: Focalin XRUse Dexmethylphenidate Extended-Release Capsules with caution if you have a history of emotional problems, or alcohol or substance abuse. Abuse of Dexmethylphenidate Extended-Release Capsules may cause it to not work as well. Abuse may also lead to addiction and severe...