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Tramadol is used for pain relief.DIRECTIONS FOR TALKING TRAMADOL
Take Tramadol as prescribed. It is usually taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Do not increase your dose, (use Tramadol more frequently or use this drug for a longer period of time than prescribed) because this drug can be habit-forming. If Tramadol is used for an extended period of time, do not suddenly stop using without your doctor’s approval. Tramadol may not work when used for extended periods.
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, seizure disorder, lung disease, history of drug or alcohol dependency, any allergies you may have. Limit alcohol as it may add to the dizziness or drowsiness effects caused by the drug. Because drug tramadol may make you dizzy/drowsy, use caution performing tasks requiring alertness such as driving. Caution is advised when using tramadol drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. Tramadol should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits of Tramadol with your doctor. Tramadol is excreted into breast milk. Because the effects on a nursing infant are not known, consult your doctor before breast- feeding.
SIDE EFFECTS OF TRAMADOL
Tramadol may cause dizziness, weakness, incoordination, nausea or vomiting, stomach upset, constipation, headache, drowsiness, anxiety, irritability, dry mouth, or increased sweating. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop any of these serious effects while taking tramadol drug: chest pain, rapid heart rate, skin rash or itching, mental confusion, disorientation, seizures, tingling of the hands or feet, trouble breathing. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Tramadol, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
OVERDOSE
If overdose of Tramadol is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: carbamazepine, narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), drugs used to aid sleep, antidepressants (e.g., SSRI-types such as fluoxetine or fluvoxamine), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), psychiatric medicine (e.g., nefazodone), “triptan”-type drugs, anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), sibutramine. Also, report use of certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine) which are also present in many cough-and-cold products. Do not start or stop any medication without doctor or pharmacist approval.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose of Tramadol, take it as soon as rememberher corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone). If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not “double-up” the dose to catch up. Do not start or stop any medication without doctor or pharmacist approval.
August 10th, 2007
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WHAT IS CELEBREX
Celebrex is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known as a COX-2 inhibitor used to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in adults. This drug may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
BEFORE USING CELEBREX
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Celebrex. Inform your doctor or pharmacist, list of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking an ACE inhibitor, an anticoagulant, furosemide, lithium, or fluconazole.
Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking this medication.
HOW TO TAKE CELEBREX
The usual dose of Celebrex for osteoarthritis is 200 mg daily or 100 mg twice daily. While patients with rheumatoid arthritis should start with these dosages, some patients with rheumatoid arthritis may benefit from dosage of 200 mg twice daily.
The maximum daily dose should not exceed 200 mg twice daily. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any questions you may have about this medicine. Celebrex may be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
PRECAUTIONS
DO NOT TAKE CELEBREX IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to a sulfonamide antibiotic (Septra DS, Bactrim DS, Gantrisin). A severe reaction includes a severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness. If you have a question about whether you are allergic to Celebrex, contact your doctor or pharmacist. If you experience difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more doses of this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.
DO NOT TAKE CELEBREX IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to aspirin or any medicine containing aspirin or to a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (such as Feldene, Motrin, Naprosyn, Clinoril).
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take Celebrex for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Keep all doctor and laboratory appointments while you are using this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE STOMACH BLEEDING. If you drink alcohol on a daily basis, do not take this medicine without first discussing it with your doctor. Alcohol use combined with Celebrex may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any medicines that contain aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or ketoprofen.
FOR WOMEN
If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. It is unknown if this medicine is excreted in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED WHILE TAKING CELEBREX.
SIDE EFFECTS
Side effects that may occur while taking Celebrex include diarrhea, indigestion, mild stomach pain, gas, nausea, or headache. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience skin rash or itching; unexplained weight gain; bloating or swelling of ankles, feet, or hands; vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds; blood in stool or vomit; yellowing of skin or eyes; or unusual fatigue.
August 10th, 2007
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ABOUT FIORICET DRUG
Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer. Butalbital is in a class of drugs called barbiturates that slow down your central nervous system (brain and nerve impulses) causing relaxation. Caffeine is believed to constrict dilated blood vessels that may contribute to tension headaches. Together, acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine are used to relieve complex tension (muscle contraction) headaches although precisely how it works is unknown. Acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
NORMAL FIORICET DOSE
* Take acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
* Take each dose of acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine with a full glass of water.
* Take acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
* Never take more acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine than is prescribed for you. If your pain is not being adequately treated, talk to your doctor.
POSSIBLE FIORICET SIDE EFFECTS
If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine and seek emergency medical attention:
* an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
* liver damage (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue)
* slow, weak breathing
* low blood sugar (fatigue, increased hunger or thirst, dizziness, or fainting)
* blood problems (easy or unusual bleeding or bruising)
These side effects of acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine are very rare and are not likely to occur during proper treatment with acetaminophen and caffeine. If you experience any unusual reactions, stop taking acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine drug and seek the advice of your doctor. Other, less serious side effects of this drug may be more likely to occur.
Continue to take acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine and talk to your doctor if you experience:
* drowsiness
* shortness of breath
* dizziness, confusion or lightheadedness
* nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or decreased appetite
* dry mouth
* agitation, irritability, nervousness, anxiety or excitability
* tiredness, leg pain, or muscle weakness
* rash or itching
* headache
* feeling of intoxication
* constipation
Butalbital may be habit forming. Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome .
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Do not take acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Dangerous side effects of acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine could result. Acetaminophen and butalbital may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), other pain relievers, anxiety medicines, and muscle relaxants. Tell your doctor about all medicines that you are taking, and do not take any medicine unless your doctor approves. Many other medicines contain acetaminophen, especially over-the-counter pain, fever, cold, and allergy medications. Too much acetaminophen can be very dangerous. Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.
OVER DOSE
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of an acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine overdose include insomnia, restlessness, tremor, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, sweating, seizures, drowsiness, decreased breathing, dizziness or fainting, confusion, an irregular heartbeat, and coma.
MISSED DOSE
Take the missed dose of acetaminophen / butalbital / caffeine as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose of this medication. Wait the prescribed amount of time before taking your next dose.
August 10th, 2007
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WHAT IS IMITREX
Sumatriptan is a headache medicine. Sumatriptan is believed to work by causing vasoconstriction (narrowing) of arteries and veins that supply blood to your head. Sumatriptan tablets and injections are used to treat vascular headaches such as migraine and cluster headaches. Sumatriptan will not prevent migraines or cluster headaches or reduce the number of attacks. Sumatriptan will only treat a migraine or cluster headache that is already occurring. Sumatriptan may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
HOW TO TAKE IMITREX
Take sumatriptan tablets exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand Sumatriptan directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Take each dose of Sumatriptan with a full glass of water. Take one tablet of Sumatriptan as soon as you notice symptoms of a migraine, or at any time during an attack. If your symptoms go away, but then return, you can take additional doses of Sumatriptan as needed every 2 hours, up to a maximum of 300 mg in 24 hours, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Never take more than this amount. If your symptoms do not improve at all, call your doctor before taking any more doses of sumatriptan. More medication will not further treat symptoms.
BEFORE USING IMITREX
Do not take sumatriptan if you have taken a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as:
* tranylcypromine (Parnate)
* have taken an ergot-based medication within the last 24 hours –ergot-based medicines include methysergide (Sansert), ergotamine (Ergostat, Medihaler Ergotamine), dihydroergotamine mesylate (D.H.E., Migranal Nasal Spray), and ergotamine combination products (Cafergot, Ercaf, Wigraine, Cafatine, Cafatine-PB, Cafetrate)
* have basilar or hemiplegic migraine headaches
* have had a heart attack
* have angina (chest pain), or have another type of heart disease
* or phenelzine (Nardil) in the last 14 days
* isocarboxazid (Marplan)
* are experiencing a headache that is not like other migraines that you have had
Before taking Imitrex, tell your doctor if you have taken:
* rizatriptan (Maxalt, Maxalt-MLT)
* naratriptan (Amerge)
* or zolmitriptan (Zomig, Zomig-ZMT) in the past 24 hours;
* another migraine medicine such as almotriptan (Axert), frovatriptan (Frova)
Taking sumatriptan may be dangerous if you have any of the conditions, or have taken any of the medications, listed above.
Before taking sumatriptan, tell your doctor if you have risk factors for heart disease such as:
* high cholesterol (a type of fat), are overweight, diabetes, smoke cigarettes, are postmenopausal, are a male over 40 years of age
* high blood pressure
* a family history of heart disease
* have kidney disease
* have liver disease
* have seizures or epilepsy
MISSED DOSE
Since sumatriptan is taken to treat migraines or cluster headaches as they occur and not to prevent them, missing a dose of Sumatriptan is not a problem. Take only the doses you need, or according to your doctor’s instructions.
OVER DOSE
Seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of a sumatriptan overdose might include tremor, redness, or a warm feeling in your arms and legs, irregular breathing, large pupils; an uncoordinated feeling; and chest pain.
August 10th, 2007
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BEFORE USING ULTRAM
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Ultram. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about using Ultram.
Use of Ultram is not recommended if you are also taking cyclobenzaprine or medicine for depression or other emotional or mood disorders. If you are taking any of these medicines, be sure your doctor knows. Additional monitoring of your dose or condition may be needed if you are taking bupropion, narcotic analgesics, or have a history of seizures.
HOW TO TAKE ULTRAM
Follow the directions for using Ultram provided by your doctor. Store Ultram at room temperature, away from heat and light.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not exceed the recommended dose or take Ultram for longer than prescribed. If you experience difficulty breathing or tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately.
Do not take any more of Ultram unless your doctor tells you to do so. Avoid alcohol while you are using Ultram. It will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. Using Ultram alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN
If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Ultram during pregnancy. Ultram is excreted in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED WHILE TAKING ULTRAM.
SIDE EFFECTS
Side effects which may go away during treatment include: dizziness, nausea, drowsiness, dry mouth, constipation, headache, or sweating. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if you experience skin rash, itching, seizures, or hallucinations. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other.
August 10th, 2007
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July 16th, 2007
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Varenicline (Champix) is the first non-nicotine drug developed specifically to help smokers give up, and was licensed in the UK in 2006.
The National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence said the drug should normally be given alongside counselling and support.
Final guidance is due in July - the start of the smoking ban in England.
Varenicline, produced by Pfizer, is unusual as it both stimulates and blocks specific nicotinic receptors in the brain.
July 16th, 2007
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When you smoke, the nicotine from your cigarette causes receptors in your brain to release a chemical called dopamine, which is what causes many of the positive feelings you get when you smoke. When you quit smoking, going without dopamine causes the sometimes miserable signs and symptoms of withdrawal. Signs and symptoms such as irritability, insomnia and difficulty concentrating begin four to six hours after your last cigarette and can last a month after you quit smoking.
Nicotine replacement products, including the patch, gum and lozenges, and the antidepressant bupropion (Zyban), can help you stop smoking, in part, by continuing to release low levels of dopamine in your brain. In this way, these stop smoking medications decrease your craving for nicotine and reduce the signs and symptoms of withdrawal.
Chantix works in this way, too. Chantix stimulates the release of low levels of dopamine in your brain to help reduce the signs and symptoms of withdrawal. In addition, Chantix blocks nicotine receptors in your brain. So if you lapse and have a cigarette, your cigarette doesn’t stimulate your brain’s receptors the way it did in the past. Cigarettes become much less pleasurable, and your desire to return to regular smoking again may be reduced.
July 16th, 2007
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The FDA has approved a revolutionary new approach to help smokers kick the habit.
With 45 million smokers and tobacco causing nearly one third of all cancer deaths in the U.S., the American Cancer Society is calling the new smoking pill welcome news.
The FDA has approved the first new drug in almost a decade to help people stop smoking.
Some say the cravings for nicotine are just too strong to quit for good. Now there’s a new option - a prescription pill called chantix. It tricks the brain into feeling full of nicotine.
For people who try to stop smoking on their own, 19 out of 20 will light up again. In six clinical trials involving more than 4,000 people, the new drug helped one in five people quit and it worked better than placebo and better than other drugs currently on the market to help people quit.
However, the long-term benefit isn’t clear.
“The quit rates were pretty good at one month and at six months,” said Dr. Marc Itskowitz, of Allegheny General Hospital internal medicine. “Unfortunately, at one year, patients who were on this new medication, only 20 percent had quit smoking.”
Some people had nausea, vomiting, and headaches with the new medicine and it’s not for everyone.
Chantix wasn’t studied in people with diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney or liver problems or in pregnant or breast-feeding women.
It costs about $150 a month for a three month treatment. It can be repeated for another course if necessary.
Even though chantix only improves your chances of quitting slightly, it is an increased chance. With more than 400,000 deaths each year from tobacco-related illness, thousands of lives could be saved for people who kick the habit for good.
July 16th, 2007
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Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States and worldwide. Currently available pharmacotherapies for smoking cessation include nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)–such as gum, skin patches, tablets, nasal spray and inhalers–and the antidepressant drugs bupropion hydrochloride and nortriptyline hydrochloride. These have shown limited success rates, with success at one year averaging approximately seven percent to 30 percent, according to background information in the articles.
The new drug varenicline tartrate mimics the effects of nicotine to help offset cravings, and in the presence of nicotine it helps suppress some of the reinforcing effects of smoking.
Mitchell Nides, Ph.D., of Los Angeles Clinical Trials, and colleagues with the Varenicline Study Group conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study to evaluate the efficacy, tolerability and safety of varenicline for smoking cessation. Healthy smokers aged 18 to 65 years were randomly assigned to receive varenicline in a dosage of .3 milligrams once daily, 1 milligram once daily, or 1 milligram twice daily for six weeks, plus placebo for one week; to 150 milligrams of sustained-release bupropion hydrochloride twice daily for seven weeks; or to placebo for seven weeks.
The authors report that varenicline, in combination with brief behavioral counseling, was more effective for short- and long-term smoking cessation than placebo.
“Efficacy improved as the dose increased, with varenicline tartrate, 1 milligram twice daily, providing the highest rates of continuous abstinence across all treatment groups, including bupropion,” they write. Four-week continuous quit rates were 48 percent for varenicline, 1 milligram twice daily; 37.3 percent for varenicline, 1 milligram daily; 33.3 percent for bupropion hydrochloride; and 17.1 percent for placebo. Long-term quit rates from four weeks to one year were 14.4 percent for the group that received varenicline, 1 milligram twice daily, vs. 4.9 percent for placebo.
“In this study, varenicline tartrate, 1 milligram twice daily, effectively helped subjects quit smoking, with response rates three times higher than those for placebo while demonstrating a good tolerability profile in this population of smokers who on average had smoked approximately 20 cigarettes per day for approximately 24 years,” the authors write. “Efficacy was maintained in the non-drug treatment phase through week 52. The significant reductions in craving and in some of the rewarding effects of smoking seen with varenicline tartrate, 1 milligram twice daily, may assist in promoting abstinence and preventing relapse,” they conclude.
July 16th, 2007
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