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Rizatriptan Orally Disintegrating Tablets
Rizatriptan Orally Disintegrating TabletsGeneric Name: Rizatriptan (RYE-za-TRIP-tan)Brand Name: Maxalt-MLTRizatriptan Orally Disintegrating Tablets are used for:Treating acute migraine headache with or without aura (flashing lights, wavy lines, dark spots) in adults. It should not be used to prevent migraines or cluster headaches.Rizatriptan Orally Disintegrating Tablets are a se...
Rizatriptan
Rizatriptan Generic Name: Rizatriptan (RYE-za-TRIP-tan)Brand Name: MaxaltRizatriptan is used for:Treating acute migraine headache with or without aura (flashing lights, wavy lines, dark spots) in adults. It should not be used to prevent migraines or cluster headaches.Rizatriptan is a selective serotonin receptor agonist. It works by narrowing dilated blood vessels in the brain,...
Rizatriptan benzoate
Rizatriptan benzoateBrand names: Maxalt-MLT, MaxaltWhy is Rizatriptan benzoate prescribed?Maxalt is prescribed for the treatment of a migraine attack with or without the presence of an aura (visual disturbances, usually sensations of halos or flickering lights, which precede an attack). It cuts headaches short, but won't prevent attacks.Most important fact about Rizatript...
Rizatriptan Benzoate
Rizatriptan BenzoatePronunciation: (rye-zah-TRIP-tan)Class: Serotonin 5-HT 1 receptor agonistTrade Names:Maxalt- Tablets 5 mg- Tablets 10 mgTrade Names:Maxalt-MLT- Tablets, orally disintegrating 5 mg- Tablets, orally disintegrating 10 mgMaxalt RPD (Canada)PharmacologyBinds to serotonin 1 B and 1 D receptors in intracranial arteries leading to vasoconstriction and subs...
RMS Suppositories
RMS SuppositoriesGeneric Name: Morphine (MORE-feen)Brand Name: RMSRMS Suppositories are used for:Preventing severe pain.RMS Suppositories are a narcotic pain reliever. It works by dulling the pain perception center in the brain. It may also affect other body systems (eg, respiratory and circulatory systems) at higher doses.Do NOT use RMS Suppositories if:you are allergic to...
Robafen AC
Robafen ACGeneric Name: codeine and guaifenesin (KOE deen and gwye FEN a sin)Brand Names: Allfen CD, Allfen CDX, Brontex, Cheracol with Codeine, Cheratussin AC, Dex-Tuss, Diabetic Tussin C, Duraganidin NR, ExeClear-C, Guaiatussin AC, Guaifen-C, Guiatuss AC, Guiatussin with Codeine, Iophen-C NR, M-Clear WC, Mar-cof CG, Mytussin AC, Robafen AC, Robitussin-AC, Tussi-Organidin NR, Tussi-Organidin-...
Robafen Cough
Robafen CoughGeneric Name: dextromethorphan (Oral route)dex-troe-meth-OR-fanCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.Babee Cof SyrupBenylin Pediatric FormulaChildren's Pedia CareCreomulsionCreo-TerpinDelsymDexaloneElixSure Cough Children'sFather John's MedicineMiltussNycoffPediacarePediacare Long-Acting CoughRobafen CoughRobitussinSilphen DMSimply Cough\...
Robaxin
RobaxinGeneric name: MethocarbamolBrand names: RobaxinWhy is Robaxin prescribed?Robaxin is prescribed, along with rest, physical therapy, and other measures, for the relief of pain due to severe muscular injuries, sprains, and strains.Most important fact about RobaxinRobaxin is not a substitute for the rest or physical therapy needed for proper healing.Although the ...
Robaxin Injection
RobaxinGeneric Name: methocarbamol (Injection route)meth-oh-KAR-ba-molCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.RobaxinAvailable Dosage Forms:SolutionTherapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally ActingUses For RobaxinMethocarbamol is used to relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle or bone conditions. However, this medicine does not t...
Robaxin
RobaxinGeneric Name: methocarbamol (Oral route)meth-oh-KAR-ba-molCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.RobaxinRobaxin-750Available Dosage Forms:TabletTherapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally ActingUses For RobaxinMethocarbamol is used to relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle or bone conditions. However, this medicine does...
Robaxin
Robaxin Generic Name: Methocarbamol (meth-oh-KAR-ba-mole)Brand Name: RobaxinRobaxin is used for:Relieving muscle pain and discomfort caused by sprains and strains. It is used in combination with rest and physical therapy.Robaxin is a skeletal muscle relaxant. The precise way it works is unknown, but it is thought to depress the central nervous system. It has no direct effect on...
Robaxin Tablets
RobaxinGeneric Name: Methocarbamol (meth-oh-CAR-buh-mahl)Brand Name: RobaxinRobaxin are used for:Relieving muscle pain and discomfort caused by certain muscle conditions. It us used along with rest and physical therapyRobaxin are a skeletal muscle relaxant. The precise way it works is unknown, but it is thought to depress the central nervous system. It has no direct effect on the...
Robaxin-750
Robaxin-750Generic Name: methocarbamol (Oral route)meth-oh-KAR-ba-molCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.RobaxinRobaxin-750Available Dosage Forms:TabletTherapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally ActingUses For Robaxin-750Methocarbamol is used to relieve the discomfort caused by acute (short-term), painful muscle or bone conditions. However, this medic...
Robaxisal
RobaxisalGeneric Name: aspirin and methocarbamol (AS pir in/ meth oh KAR ba mall)Brand Names: RobaxisalWhat is Robaxisal (aspirin and methocarbamol)?Aspirin is in a class of drugs called salicylates. Aspirin works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. It is used to reduce pain, inflammation and fever.Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant. It works by bloc...
Robinul
RobinulGeneric Name: glycopyrrolate (glye koe PIE roe late)Brand Names: Robinul, Robinul ForteWhat is Robinul (glycopyrrolate)?Glycopyrrolate reduces the secretions of certain organs in the body.Glycopyrrolate helps to control conditions such as peptic ulcers that involve excessive stomach acid production.The injectable form of glycopyrrolate is also used to reduce saliva, nasal, ...