Drugs

Generic name: belzutifan [ bel-zoo-ti-fan ] Drug class: Miscellaneous antineoplastics Dosage form: oral tablet (40 mg) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available What is Belzutifan? Belzutifan is used in people with von Hippel-Lindau disease (VHL), a rare genetic condition that can cause tumors to develop in certain organs of the body. Belzutifan is for use in adults with VHL who need treatment for certain tumors of the kidneys, pancreas, or brain and spinal cord. Belzutifan is used when these tumors do not require surgery right away. Belzutifan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Belzutifan can cause anemia (low red blood cells) or low ...

Generic name: dandelion [ dan-dee-lye-on ] Drug class: Herbal products Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Dandelion? Dandelion is an herb also known as Blowball, Cankerwort, Cochet, Couronne de Moine, Délice Printanier, Dent-de-Lion, Diente de Leon, Dudal, Endive Sauvage, Fausse Chicorée, Florin d'Or, Florion d'Or, Herba Taraxaci, Laitue de Chien, Leontodon taraxacum, Lion's Tooth, Pisse au Lit, Pissenlit, Priest's Crown, Pu Gong Ying, Salade de Taupe, Swine Snout, Taraxaci Herba, Taraxacum, Tête de Moine, Wild Endive and other names. Dandelion has been used in alternative medicine to treat tonsillitis, bladder infections, upset stomach, constipation, arthritis pain, and other conditions. However, these uses have not been proven with research. It is not certain whether dandelion is effecti...

Generic name: dihydroergotamine (nasal) [ dye-hye-droe-er-got-a-meen ] Drug class: Antimigraine agents Dosage form: nasal spray (0.725 mg/spray; 4 mg/ml) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available What is Dihydroergotamine (nasal)? Dihydroergotamine nasal is used to treat migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Dihydroergotamine nasal will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks. Dihydroergotamine nasal should not be used to treat any headache that seems to be different from your usual migraine headaches. Dihydroergotamine nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings ...

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Generic name: dextromethorphan and guaifenesin [ dex-troe-me-thor-fan-and-gwye-fen-e-sin ] Drug class: Upper respiratory combinations What is Geri-tussin dm? Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. Guaifenesin is an expectorant. Geri-Tussin DM is a combination medicine used to treat cough and chest congestion caused by the common cold or allergies. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking. There are many brands and forms of this medication available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Geri-Tussin DM may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, s...

Generic name: hyaluronidase and rituximab [ hye-al-ure-on-i-dase ] Drug class: CD20 monoclonal antibodies Dosage form: subcutaneous solution (23,400 units-1400 mg/11.7 ml; 26,800 units-1600 mg/13.4 ml) What is Hyaluronidase and rituximab? Hyaluronidase and rituximab is a combination medicine used to treat follicular lymphoma, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, or chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Hyaluronidase and rituximab is sometimes used together with other cancer medicines. This combination medicine is usually given only after you have received at least 1 injection of rituximab alone. Hyaluronidase and rituximab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings ...

Generic name: hydrocortisone topical [ hye-droe-kor-ti-sone ] Drug class: Topical steroids What is Hydrocortisone butyrate (eqv-locoid)? Hydrocortisone Butyrate (Eqv-Locoid) (for the skin) is a steroid that is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by skin conditions that respond to steroid medication. There are many brands and forms of hydrocortisone topical available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Hydrocortisone Butyrate (Eqv-Locoid) 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 ...

Generic name: ninlaro What is Ixazomib citrate (monograph)? Introduction Antineoplastic agent; inhibitor of 20S proteasome. Uses for Ixazomib Citrate Multiple Myeloma Used in combination with lenalidomide and dexamethasone for previously treated (≥1 prior therapy) multiple myeloma (designated an orphan drug for this use). Ixazomib Citrate Dosage and Administration General Pretreatment Screening Confirm absolute neutrophil count (ANC) is ≥1000/mm 3 and platelet count ≥75,000/mm 3 before initiating each cycle of therapy. Verify pregnancy status in females of reproductive potential. Patient Monitoring Monitor platelet counts at least monthly. Consider more frequent monitoring during the first 3 treatment cycles. Monitor patients for symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Monitor for signs and symptoms of thrombotic thrombocytop...