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Yodoxin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Yodoxin

Yodoxin is used for:

Treating certain infections of the intestine. It may also be used for certain conditions as determined by your doctor.

Yodoxin is an amebicide. It works by killing parasites (amoeba) in the intestine.

Do NOT use Yodoxin if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Yodoxin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Yodoxin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Yodoxin . However, no specific interactions with Yodoxin are known at this time.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Yodoxin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Yodoxin :

Use Yodoxin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Yodoxin .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Yodoxin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Constipation; diarrhea; nausea; rectal irritation or itching; stomach cramps.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); numbness or tingling of arms or legs; vision changes; vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Yodoxin between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Yodoxin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Yodoxin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Paromycin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Paromycin

Generic Name: paromomycin (PAR oh moe MYE sin)

What is Paromycin (paromomycin)?

Paromomycin is an antibiotic.

Paromomycin is used in the treatment of various intestinal infections. Paromomycin is also used in the treatment of certain liver problems.

Paromomycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.

What is the most important information I should know about Paromycin (paromomycin)?

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Paromomycin may cause dizziness. If you experience dizziness, avoid these activities and contact your doctor.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Paromycin (paromomycin)?

Before taking paromomycin, tell your doctor if you have

stomach or intestinal problems such as stomach ulcer, inflammatory bowel disease, or intestinal blockage (obstruction);

You may not be able to take paromomycin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

Do not take paromomycin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Do not take paromomycin without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Paromycin (paromomycin)?

Take paromomycin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass of water. Take paromomycin with food.

It is important to take paromomycin regularly to get the most benefit.

Store paromomycin at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and direct light.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

Symptoms of a paromomycin overdose are not known.

What should I avoid while taking Paromycin (paromomycin)?

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Paromomycin may cause dizziness. If you experience dizziness, avoid these activities and contact your doctor.

Paromycin (paromomycin) side effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

decreased hearing or ringing in the ears;

little or no urine production; or

dizziness.

Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take paromomycin and talk to your doctor if you experience

nausea or vomiting;

diarrhea; or

itching.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Paromycin (paromomycin)?

Talk to your doctor before taking any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products, during treatment with paromomycin.

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Humatin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Humatin

Humatin is used for:

Treating amoeba infection in the intestines. It is also used in combination with other medicines to manage a serious complication of liver disease (hepatic coma). It may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Humatin is an antibacterial agent. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.

Do NOT use Humatin if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Humatin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Humatin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Humatin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Humatin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Humatin :

Use Humatin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Humatin .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Humatin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Diarrhea; nausea; stomach cramps.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Humatin between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Humatin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Humatin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Flagyl 375

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Flagyl 375

Generic Name: metronidazole (me troe NI da zole)

What is Flagyl 375 (metronidazole)?

Metronidazole is an antibiotic. It fights bacteria in your body.

Metronidazole is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, skin, joints, and respiratory tract. This medication will not treat a vaginal yeast infection.

Metronidazole may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Flagyl 375 (metronidazole)?

Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Metronidazole will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Do not drink alcohol while you are taking metronidazole and for at least 3 days after you stop taking it. You may have unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Flagyl 375 (metronidazole)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to metronidazole, or if you are in the first trimester of pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Before taking metronidazole, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

a stomach or intestinal disease such as Crohn’s disease;

a blood cell disorder such as anemia (lack of red blood cells) or leukopenia (lack of white blood cells);

epilepsy or other seizure disorder; or

nerve disorders.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take this medication.

Metronidazole can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Flagyl 375 (metronidazole)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take the extended-release form of metronidazole (Flagyl ER) on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating a meal. Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Metronidazole will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using metronidazole.

Store metronidazole at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, numbness and tingling, or seizures (convulsions).

What should I avoid while taking Flagyl 375 (metronidazole)?

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking metronidazole and for at least 3 days after you stop taking it. You may have unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

Check the labels of any medicines or food products you use to make sure they do not contain alcohol.

Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.

Flagyl 375 (metronidazole) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

seizures (convulsions);

fever, chills, body aches, sore throat, flu symptoms;

numbness or tingling in your hands or feet;

white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips;

pain or burning when you urinate; or

diarrhea that is watery or bloody.

Less serious side effects may include:

nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea;

headache, dizziness, loss of balance;

vaginal itching or discharge;

dry mouth or unpleasant metallic taste;

cough, sneezing, runny or stuffy nose; or

swollen or sore tongue.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Flagyl 375 (metronidazole)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

cimetidine (Tagamet);

seizure medication such as phenytoin (Dilantin) or phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton);

a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin);

lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith, others); or

disulfiram (Antabuse).

This list is not a complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with metronidazole. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Diquinol

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Diquinol

Generic Name: iodoquinol (eye oh DOE quih nol)

What is Diquinol (iodoquinol)?

Iodoquinol is an amebicidal drug. The exact way that iodoquinol works is not known.

Iodoquinol is used to treat intestinal infections caused by amoebae.

Iodoquinol may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Diquinol (iodoquinol)?

Use caution when driving or performing other hazardous activities until you know how this medication affects you. Iodoquinol may cause dizziness or visual disturbances. Report any vision changes to your doctor.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Diquinol (iodoquinol)?

Do not take iodoquinol without first talking to your doctor if you have

optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve) or other vision problems;

nerve problems (peripheral neuropathy, numbness or tingling); or

thyroid disease.

You may not be able to take iodoquinol, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your therapy if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether iodoquinol will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take iodoquinol without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known if iodoquinol will affect a nursing infant. Do not take iodoquinol without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Diquinol (iodoquinol)?

Take iodoquinol 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 with a full glass of water. Take iodoquinol after a meal.

It is important to take iodoquinol regularly to get the most benefit.

Store iodoquinol at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and only take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

Symptoms of an iodoquinol overdose have not been reported.

What should I avoid while taking Diquinol (iodoquinol)?

Use caution when driving or performing other hazardous activities until you know how this medication affects you. Iodoquinol may cause dizziness or visual disturbances. Report any vision changes to your doctor.

Diquinol (iodoquinol) side effects

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following uncommon but serious side effects:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

vision problems;

numbness or tingling; or

skin rash.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take iodoquinol and talk to your doctor if you experience

nausea, vomiting, or abdominal cramps;

diarrhea;

headache;

dizziness;

fever or chills;

itching; or

enlargement of the thyroid gland.

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. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Diquinol (iodoquinol)?

Before taking iodoquinol, talk to your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

bortezomib (Velcade);

didanosine (Videx);

lamivudine (Epivir, Epivir-HBV, Trizivir);

stavudine (Zerit, Zerit XR); or

zalcitibine (Hivid).

You may not be able to take iodoquinol, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with iodoquinol. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products, without first talking to your doctor.

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Aralen Phosphate

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Aralen Phosphate

Generic Name: chloroquine (KLOR oh kwin)

What is Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine)?

Chloroquine is an antimalarial drug. The exact way that chloroquine works is unknown.

Chloroquine is used to treat and to prevent malaria. Chloroquine is also used to treat infections caused by amoebae.

Chloroquine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine)?

Use caution when driving or performing other hazardous activities until you know how this medication affects you. Chloroquine may cause visual disturbances such as blurred vision, misty vision, and difficulty focusing. Report any vision or hearing changes to your doctor.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you have

had a previous allergic reaction to chloroquine;

glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency;

psoriasis;

porphyria; or

You may not be able to take chloroquine, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during your therapy if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether chloroquine will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take chloroquine without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known how chloroquine will affect a nursing infant. Do not take chloroquine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine)?

Take chloroquine 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 with a full glass of water. Take chloroquine with food to lessen stomach upset.

It is important to take chloroquine regularly to get the most benefit.

Store chloroquine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and only take the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

Symptoms of a chloroquine overdose include headache, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, visual changes, seizures, difficulty breathing, and unconsciousness.

What should I avoid while taking Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine)?

Use caution when driving or performing other hazardous activities until you know how this medication affects you. Chloroquine may cause visual disturbances such as blurred vision, misty vision, and difficulty focusing. Report any vision or hearing changes to your doctor.

Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine) side effects

Stop taking chloroquine and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (flushing; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; vision problems; rash; itching; or fever).

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take chloroquine and talk to your doctor if you experience

visual disturbances such as blurred vision, misty vision, and difficulty focusing;

hearing loss or ringing in the ears;

diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain or upset, vomiting, or loss of appetite;

muscle weakness; or

a rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Aralen Phosphate (chloroquine)?

Cimetidine (Tagamet, Tagamet HB) may increase the effects of chloroquine, which could lead to toxicity. Do not take cimetidine without first talking to your doctor.

Kaolin and magnesium trisilicate may decrease the effects of chloroquine. These ingredients can be found in products such as Kaopectate Advanced Formula, Parepectolin, K-Pek, K-C, Kaodene Non-Narcotic, Kao-Spen, Gaviscon, and others.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with chloroquine. Do not take any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products, without first talking to your doctor.

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Aralen

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Aralen

Aralen is used for:

Treating and suppressing acute attacks of certain strains of malaria and a certain type of parasitic infection (extraintestinal amebiasis). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Aralen is an aminoquinoline. It is thought to kill sensitive malaria parasites by stopping normal metabolism inside the parasite.

Do NOT use Aralen if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Aralen :

Some medical conditions may interact with Aralen . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Aralen . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Aralen may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Aralen :

Use Aralen as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Aralen .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Aralen :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Appetite loss; clumsiness; diarrhea; dizziness; feeling of whirling motion; mild headache; nausea; stomach cramps; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bizarre behavior; change in color or skin or inside of mouth; diarrhea; difficulty seeing and reading (words, letters, or parts of objects missing when reading); fever or sore throat; hair loss; hearing loss; mood changes; ringing in the ears; seizures; sensitivity to sunlight; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual weakness; vision problems; weight loss.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Aralen in a tightly closed container at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Aralen out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Aralen . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Alinia

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Alinia

Alinia is used for:

Treating certain parasitic infections of the intestine.

Alinia is an antiparasitic agent. It works by interfering with the production of certain substances that are needed by the parasite to live.

Do NOT use Alinia if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Alinia :

Some medical conditions may interact with Alinia . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Alinia . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Alinia may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Alinia :

Use Alinia as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Alinia .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Alinia :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Diarrhea; headache; nausea; stomach pain.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bone pain; fainting; fast heartbeat; severe or persistent dizziness; shortness of breath; unusual tiredness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Alinia at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Alinia out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Alinia . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Metro

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Metro

Metro has been shown to cause cancer in animal studies. Do not use Metro if it is not necessary. Use Metro only for the condition for which it is prescribed.

Metro is used for:

Treating infections caused by certain bacteria and preventing infection before, during, and after certain surgeries. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Metro is an oral antiprotozoal and antibacterial. It is thought to work by entering the bacterial cell, acting on some components of the cell and destroying the bacteria.

Do NOT use Metro if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Metro :

Some medical conditions may interact with Metro . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Metro . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Metro may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Metro :

Use Metro as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Metro .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Metro :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Appetite loss; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; metallic taste; nausea; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; stomach upset; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools; increased or decreased urination; numbness, tingling, or burning of your arms, hands, legs, or feet; seizures; severe diarrhea; sore throat, chills, or fever; stomach pain or cramps; vaginal itching, odor, or discharge; white patches in the mouth.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Metro is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Metro at home, store Metro as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Metro . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Tindamax

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Tindamax

Generic Name: tinidazole (tye NYE da zole)

What is Tindamax?

Tindamax is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.

Tindamax is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as infection of the intestines or vagina. It is also used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections.

Tindamax may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Important information about Tindamax

Take Tindamax for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Tindamax will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Do not drink alcohol while taking Tindamax and for at least 3 days after finishing the medication. You may have unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, severe nausea, vomiting, sweating, and warmth or tingling under your skin.

A medicine similar to Tindamax has caused cancer in laboratory animals. It is not known if Tindamax would have the same effect in animals, or in humans. Talk with your doctor about your specific cancer risk.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Tindamax?

Do not use Tindamax if you are allergic to tinidazole, or:

if you are in the first 3 months of pregnancy;

if you are breast-feeding a baby (you should stop breast-feeding during treatment with Tindamax); or

if you are allergic to metronidazole (Flagyl).

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis);

epilepsy or other seizure disorder;

a blood cell disorder such as anemia; or

a weak immune system.

If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use Tindamax, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Tindamax should not be taken during the first three months of pregnancy. Tindamax can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. If you are breast-feeding, you will need to stop while you are taking Tindamax and for at least 3 days after finishing the medicine. Throw away any breast milk you have pumped while using Tindamax, and do not feed this milk to your baby.

A medicine similar to Tindamax has caused cancer in laboratory animals. It is not known if Tindamax would have the same effect in animals, or in humans. Talk with your doctor about your specific cancer risk.

How should I take Tindamax?

Take Tindamax exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take Tindamax with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Take this medication with food.

Some infections are treated with only one dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

Do not give this medication to another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.

If you are treating a sexually transmitted infection, make sure your sexual partner seeks medical attention to be treated also.

Take this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Tindamax will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.

Store Tindamax at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Symptoms of a Tindamax overdose are not known.

What should I avoid while taking Tindamax?

Do not drink alcohol while taking Tindamax and for 3 days after finishing the medication. You may have unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, severe nausea, vomiting, sweating, and warmth or tingling under your skin.

Check the label of the products and other medicines you use, such as mouthwash or cough and cold medicines. Alcohol in these products can also cause a reaction if you use them while taking Tindamax.

Tindamax side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Tindamax: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

seizures;

fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;

numbness, burning, pain, or tingly feeling; or

fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash.

Less serious Tindamax side effects may be more likely to occur, such as:

vaginal yeast infection (itching, white discharge);

an unpleasant metallic taste in your mouth;

nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, indigestion;

constipation, diarrhea, stomach cramps;

dark-colored urine;

headache, dizziness;

muscle or joint pain;

dry mouth, thirst, change in the color of your tongue;

white patches or sores inside your mouth or on your lips; or

minor skin rash or itching.

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. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Tindamax?

If you are taking a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin), you may need a dose adjustment or special tests while you are taking Tindamax, and for up to 8 days after you stop taking it.

Before taking Tindamax, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone);

cimetidine (Tagamet);

cholestyramine (Questran, Prevalite);

cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune) or tacrolimus (Prograf);

dexamethasone (Decadron, Hexadrol);

fluorouracil (Adrucil, Efudex, Carac, Flurorplex);

griseofulvin (Fulvicin, Grifulvin, Grisactin);

lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith, and others);

rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane, Rifater);

St. John’s wort;

antibiotics such as azithromycin (Zithromax), ciprofloxacin (Cipro), clarithromycin (Biaxin), erythromycin (E-Mycin, E.E.S., Ery-Tab, Erythrocin), itraconazole (Sporanox), or ketoconazole (Nizoral);

HIV medication such as nevirapine (Viramune), delavirdine (Rescriptor), or efavirenz (Sustiva); or

seizure medication such as carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Tegretol), phenytoin (Dilantin) or phenobarbital (Luminal, Solfoton).

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use Tindamax, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

There may be other drugs not listed that can affect Tindamax. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

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