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Diflunisal
Diflunisal Generic Name: Diflunisal (dye-FLOO-ni-sal)Brand Name: DolobidDiflunisal is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It may cause an increased risk of serious and sometimes fatal heart and blood vessel problems (eg, heart attack, stroke). The risk may be greater if you already have heart problems or if you take Diflunisal for a long time. Do not use Diflunisal right befo...- Diflunisal
DiflunisalPronunciation: (dye-FLOO-ni-sal)Class: SalicylateTrade Names:Dolobid- Tablets 500 mgApo-Diflunisal (Canada)PharmacologyDecreases inflammation and relieves pain by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis and release.PharmacokineticsAbsorptionRapidly and completely absorbed. T max is 2 to 3 h. C max is approximately 41 to 124 mcg/mL (250 to 1,000 mg single doses).Dis...
- difluprednate Ophthalmic
difluprednate (Ophthalmic route)dye-floo-PRED-nateCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.DurezolAvailable Dosage Forms:EmulsionTherapeutic Class: Anti-InflammatoryPharmacologic Class: Adrenal GlucocorticoidUses For difluprednateDifluprednate is used to treat eye pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) caused by eye surgery. difluprednate belongs to the group of med...
- Difluprednate Emulsion
Difluprednate EmulsionGeneric Name: Difluprednate (DYE-floo-PRED-nate)Brand Name: DurezolDifluprednate Emulsion is used for:Treating swelling, pain, redness, or irritation of the eye after eye surgery.Difluprednate Emulsion is an ophthalmic corticosteroid. It decreases inflammation (eg, pain, redness, swelling, warmth) of the eye.Do NOT use Difluprednate Emulsion if:you are...
- Difluprednate
DifluprednatePronunciation: (DYE-floo-PRED-nate)Class: CorticosteroidTrade Names:Durezol- Emulsion, ophthalmic 0.05%PharmacologyCorticosteroids inhibit edema, fibrin deposition, capillary dilation, leukocyte migration, capillary and fibroblast proliferation, collagen deposition, and scar formation associated with inflammation. The mechanism of ocular corticosteroids is not known....
- difluprednate ophthalmic
difluprednate ophthalmicGeneric Name: difluprednate ophthalmic (DYE floo PRED nate off THAL mik)Brand Names: DurezolWhat is difluprednate ophthalmic?Difluprednate is a steroid medicine. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.Difluprednate ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to treat eye swelling caused by surgery.Difluprednate ophthalmic may also be ...
- Digex
Digex Generic Name: Amylase/Lipase/Protease/Cellulase/Hyoscyamine/Phenyltoloxamine (a-mah-LASE/LYE-pase/PRO-tee-ase/SEL-ue-lase/HYE-oh-SYE-a-meen/fen-il-tole-OX-a-meen)Brand Name: Examples include Digex and GastrinexDigex is used for:Relieving symptoms of indigestion (eg, feeling of fullness, gas, bloating) that occur after meals.Digex is a digestive enzyme and anticholinergic ...
- Digex NF
Digex NF Generic Name: Hyoscyamine/Phenyltoloxamine (HYE-oh-SYE-a-meen/FEN-il-tole-OX-a-meen)Brand Name: Digex NFDigex NF is used for:Relieving symptoms of indigestion (eg, feeling of fullness, gas, bloating). It is also used to treat certain stomach and intestinal conditions, including spasms and cramps. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Dige...
- Digibind
DigibindGeneric Name: digoxin immune FAB (di JOX in im MYOON FAB)Brand Names: Digibind, DigiFabWhat is Digibind (digoxin immune FAB)?Digoxin immune FAB is used as an antidote to treat a life-threatening overdose of digoxin or digitoxin.Digoxin immune FAB is not for treating a mild digitalis overdose.Digoxin immune FAB may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medicati...
- Digibind
Digibind Generic Name: Digoxin Immune Fab (di-JOX-in)Brand Name: Digibind and DigiFabDigibind is used for:Treating severe, possibly life-threatening digoxin or digitoxin overdose.Digibind is an antidote for digoxin toxicity. It works by binding to digoxin and preventing it from working in the body.Do NOT use Digibind if:you are allergic to any ingredient in Digibind ...
- DigiFab
DigiFabGeneric Name: digoxin immune FAB (di JOX in im MYOON FAB)Brand Names: Digibind, DigiFabWhat is DigiFab (digoxin immune FAB)?Digoxin immune FAB is used as an antidote to treat a life-threatening overdose of digoxin or digitoxin.Digoxin immune FAB is not for treating a mild digitalis overdose.Digoxin immune FAB may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication...
- DigiFab
DigiFab Generic Name: Digoxin Immune Fab (di-JOX-in)Brand Name: Digibind and DigiFabDigiFab is used for:Treating severe, possibly life-threatening digoxin or digitoxin overdose.DigiFab is an antidote for digoxin toxicity. It works by binding to digoxin and preventing it from working in the body.Do NOT use DigiFab if:you are allergic to any ingredient in DigiFab Conta...
- Digitaline Nativelle
Digitaline NativelleGeneric Name: digoxin (Oral route)di-JOX-inCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.DigitekLanoxicapsLanoxinLanoxin PediatricIn CanadaDigitaline NativelleAvailable Dosage Forms:TabletCapsule, Liquid FilledSolutionElixirTherapeutic Class: Cardiovascular AgentPharmacologic Class: Cardiac GlycosideChemical Class: Digitalis Glycoside\...
- Digitek
DigitekGeneric name: DigoxinBrand names: Digitek, LanoxinWhy is Digitek prescribed?Lanoxin is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure, certain types of irregular heartbeat, and other heart problems. It improves the strength and efficiency of your heart, which leads to better circulation of blood and reduction of the uncomfortable swelling that is common in people wi...
- Digitek
DigitekGeneric Name: digoxin (Oral route)di-JOX-inCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.DigitekLanoxicapsLanoxinLanoxin PediatricIn CanadaDigitaline NativelleAvailable Dosage Forms:TabletCapsule, Liquid FilledSolutionElixirTherapeutic Class: Cardiovascular AgentPharmacologic Class: Cardiac GlycosideChemical Class: Digitalis GlycosideUses For Dig...
