Drugs

Generic name: acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical Drug class: Topical steroids with anti-infectives What is Xerese cream? Xerese cream contains a combination of acyclovir and hydrocortisone. Acyclovir is an antiviral medicine. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection. Hydrocortisone is a topical (for the skin) corticosteroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Xerese cream is a prescription medicine that is used to treat cold sores in adults and children at least 6 years old. Xerese cream is for use for cold sores on the lips and around the mouth. This medication will not treat herpes lesions that affect the genitals or the eyes. Warnings ...

Generic name: acetaminophen and hydrocodone [ a-seet-a-min-oh-fen-and-hye-droe-koe-done ] Drug class: Narcotic analgesic combinations Dosage form: tablet What is Xodol? Xodol is a combination medicine used to relieve moderate to severe pain. Xodol contains an opioid medicine, and may be habit-forming. Xodol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings MISUSE OF OPIOID MEDICINE CAN CAUSE ADDICTION, OVERDOSE, OR DEATH. Keep the medication in a place where others cannot get to it. Taking opioid medicine during pregnancy may cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the newborn. Fatal side effects can occur if you use opioid medicine with...

Generic name: saliva substitutes [ sa-lye-va-sub-sti-tutes ] Drug class: Mouth and throat products What is Xylimelts? XyliMelts are manmade forms of the mucus secretions normally produced in the human mouth. This medicine help to create artificial saliva when the body does not produce enough on its own. XyliMelts are used to help relieve dryness and pain or discomfort in the mouth or throat that may be caused by certain disease conditions, medications, surgery, or chemotherapy and radiation treatments. XyliMelts may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings There are many brands and forms of saliva substitutes available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet...

Generic name: ziv-aflibercept [ ziv-a-flib-er-sept ] Drug class: VEGF/VEGFR inhibitors Dosage form: injection solution, concentrate What is Zaltrap? Zaltrap is made from a human antibody fragment. It works by keeping new blood vessels from forming in a fast-growing tumor. Zaltrap is used in combination with other medications to treat colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic). Zaltrap is usually given after other medications did not work or have stopped working. Warnings You should not use Zaltrap if you have severe bleeding or uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure). Before you receive Zaltrap, tell your doctor if you have high blo...

Generic name: streptozocin [ strep-toe-zoe-sin ] Drug class: Alkylating agents Dosage form: powder, for IV solution What is Zanosar? Zanosar is used to treat pancreatic cancer. Zanosar may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Zanosar can harm your liver or kidneys, and may also cause severe vomiting or diarrhea. While receiving Zanosar, you should be able to get to a hospital or emergency room quickly in case you have a serious side effect. You may need frequent blood tests to make sure this medicine is not causing harmful effects. Before Taking ...

Generic name: metolazone Drug class: Thiazide diuretics Dosage form: tablet What is Zaroxolyn? Zaroxolyn is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention. Zaroxolyn is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This medicine is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Zaroxolyn may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use Zaroxolyn if you are unable to urinate, or if you have severe liver disease. ...

Generic name: terconazole vaginal [ ter-kon-a-zole-vaj-in-al ] Drug class: Vaginal anti-infectives What is Zazole? Terconazole is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Zazole (for use in the vagina) is used to treat vaginal Candida (yeast) infections. Zazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use. Before Taking You should ...

Generic name: sumatriptan (transdermal) [ soo-ma-trip-tan ] Drug class: Antimigraine agents Dosage form: patch, extended release, electrically controlled What is Zecuity? Zecuity is a headache medicine that narrows blood vessels around the brain. Sumatriptan also reduces substances in the body that can trigger headache pain, nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and other migraine symptoms. Zecuity skin patches are used to treat migraine headaches in adults. Sumatriptan will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks. Zecuity should not be used to treat a common tension headache or a headache that causes loss of movement on one side of your body. Use this medicine only if your condition has been confirmed by a doctor as migraine headaches. ...