Monday, 23 March 2009

Ticlopidine Sandoz




Ticlopidine Sandoz may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Ticlopidine Sandoz



Ticlopidine

Ticlopidine hydrochloride (a derivative of Ticlopidine) is reported as an ingredient of Ticlopidine Sandoz in the following countries:


  • France

International Drug Name Search

Thiamylal




In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

Scheme

USP

CAS registry number (Chemical Abstracts Service)

0000077-27-0

Chemical Formula

C12-H18-N2-O2-S

Molecular Weight

254

Therapeutic Category

Anesthetic, injectable

Chemical Names

5-Allyl-5-(1-methylbutyl)-2-thiobarbituric acid (USAN)

5-Allyl-5-(1-methylbutyl)-2-thiobarbitursäure (IUPAC)

5-Allyl-5-(1-methylbutyl)-2-thioxohexahydro-pyrimidine-4,6-dione

Dihydro-5-(1-methylbutyl)-5-(2-propenyl)-2-thioxo-4,6-(1H,5H)-pyrimidine-dione (USAN)

Foreign Name

  • Thiamylal (German)

Generic Names

  • Thiochinalbarbiton (IS)
  • Thioquinalbarbitone (IS)
  • UNII-01T23W89FR (IS)
  • Thiamylal (PH: USP 23)
  • Thiamylal Sodium (OS: JAN)
  • Thioquinal barbitone (IS)
  • UNII-T4L2P3KH7K (IS)
  • Thiamylal Sodium (PH: JP XIV)
  • Thiamylal Sodium [for Injection] (PH: USP 23)

Brand Names

  • Citosol
    Shinlin Sinseng, Taiwan


  • Anestatal (veterinary use)
    Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, United States


  • Bio Tal (veterinary use)
    Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, United States


  • Citosol
    Kyorin, Japan


  • Isozol
    Nichi-Iko PharmaceuticalJMA, Japan


  • Surital (veterinary use)
    Fort Dodge Animale Health, United States

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

IUPACInternational Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry
ISInofficial Synonym
JANJapanese Accepted Name
OSOfficial Synonym
PHPharmacopoeia Name
USANUnited States Adopted Name
USPPharmacopoeia of the United States

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Sunday, 22 March 2009

Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid


Pronunciation: brome-fen-IR-a-meen/gwye-FEN-e-sin/hye-droe-KOE-done
Generic Name: Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone
Brand Name: Tusnel-HC


Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid is used for:

Relieving runny nose, sneezing, and cough due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid is an antihistamine, cough suppressant, and expectorant combination. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms, such as watery eyes and sneezing. The cough suppressant works in the brain to help decrease the cough reflex, which reduces a dry cough. The expectorant works by thinning mucus (phlegm) in the lungs and making it less sticky and easier to cough up. This reduces chest congestion by making coughs more productive.


Do NOT use Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid or any other codeine- or morphine-related medicine (eg, codeine)

  • you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart blood vessel disease, rapid heartbeat, or severe heart problems

  • you are unable to urinate or are having an asthma attack

  • you are taking sodium oxybate (GHB) or if you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days

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



Before using Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid:


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


  • if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

  • if you have a fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat, heart blood vessel problems, or other heart problems

  • if you have a history of adrenal gland problems (eg, adrenal gland tumor); high blood pressure; diabetes; stroke; glaucoma; a blockage of your bladder, stomach, or intestines; ulcers; trouble urinating; an enlarged prostate or other prostate problems; or an overactive thyroid

  • if you have a history of asthma, chronic cough, lung problems (eg, chronic bronchitis, emphysema), or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or if your cough occurs with large amounts of mucus

  • if you have or recently have had any head or brain injury, brain tumor, increased pressure in the brain, infection of the brain or nervous system, epilepsy, or seizures

  • if you have a history of stomach problems (eg, ulcers), bowel problems (eg, chronic inflammation or ulceration of the bowel), or gallbladder problems (eg, gallstones), or if you have had recent abdominal surgery

  • if you have a history of alcohol or substance abuse or suicidal thoughts or behavior

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


  • Furazolidone, MAOIs (eg, phenelzine), sodium oxybate (GHB), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because they may increase the risk of Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid's side effects

  • Hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid 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 Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid:


Use Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Take Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid by mouth with or without food.

  • Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.

  • If you miss a dose of Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid.



Important safety information:


  • Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.

  • Do not take diet or appetite control medicines while you are taking Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid without checking with your doctor.

  • Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid has brompheniramine in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has brompheniramine in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.

  • If your symptoms do not get better within 5 to 7 days or if they get worse, check with your doctor.

  • Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.

  • Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid may interfere with skin allergy tests. If you are scheduled for a skin test, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid for a few days before the tests.

  • Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.

  • Use Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • Caution is advised when using Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid in CHILDREN; they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid while you are pregnant. It is not known if Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid.

When used for long periods of time or at high doses, Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid may not work as well and may require higher doses to obtain the same effect as when originally taken. This is known as TOLERANCE. Talk with your doctor if Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.


When used for long periods of time or at high doses, some people develop a need to continue taking Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid. This is known as DEPENDENCE or addiction.


If you suddenly stop taking Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid, you may experience WITHDRAWAL symptoms including anxiety; diarrhea; fever, runny nose, or sneezing; goose bumps and abnormal skin sensations; nausea; vomiting; pain; rigid muscles; rapid heartbeat; seeing, hearing or feeling things that are not there; shivering or tremors; sweating; trouble sleeping.



Possible side effects of Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:



Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.



Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; tremor; trouble sleeping; vision changes.



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. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.


See also: Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone side effects (in more detail)


If OVERDOSE is suspected:


Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include blurred vision; confusion; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; unusually fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; vomiting.


Proper storage of Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid:

Store Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid 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 Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

  • Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Brompheniramine/Guaifenesin/Hydrocodone Liquid. 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.



Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Nifedical




Ingredient matches for Nifedical



Nifedipine

Nifedipine is reported as an ingredient of Nifedical in the following countries:


  • United States

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Friday, 20 March 2009

Ryzolt


Ryzolt is a brand name of tramadol, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


RYZOLT (tramadol hydrochloride - tablet, extended release; oral)



  • Manufacturer: PURDUE PHARMA

    Approval date: December 30, 2008

    Strength(s): 100MG [RLD][AB2], 200MG [AB2], 300MG [AB2]

Has a generic version of Ryzolt been approved?


A generic version of Ryzolt has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Ryzolt and have been approved by the FDA:


tramadol hydrochloride tablet, extended release; oral



  • Manufacturer: SUN PHARMA GLOBAL

    Approval date: December 30, 2011

    Strength(s): 100MG [AB2], 200MG [AB2], 300MG [AB2]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Ryzolt. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Controlled release formulation
    Patent 5,591,452
    Issued: January 7, 1997
    Inventor(s): Miller; Ronald B. & Leslie; Stewart T. & Malkowska; Sandra T. A. & Smith; Kevin J. & Wimmer; Walter & Winkler; Horst & Hahn; Udo & Prater; Derek A.
    Assignee(s): Euro-Celtique, S.A.
    A controlled release preparation for oral administration contains tramadol, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, as active ingredient.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • May 10, 2014
      ✓ 
      Drug product




  • Controlled release tramadol
    Patent 6,254,887
    Issued: July 3, 2001
    Inventor(s): Miller; Ronald Brown & Leslie; Stewart Thomas & Malkowska; Sandra Therese Antoinette & Smith; Kevin John & Wimmer; Walter & Winkler; Horst & Hahn; Udo & Prater; Derek Allan
    Assignee(s): Euro-Celtique S.A.
    A controlled release preparation for oral administration contains tramadol, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, as active ingredient.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • May 10, 2014
      ✓ 
      Drug product




  • Cross-linked high amylose starch for use in controlled-release pharmaceutical formulations and processes for its manufacture
    Patent 6,607,748
    Issued: August 19, 2003
    Inventor(s): Vincent; Lenaerts & Roland Herwig Friedrich; Beck & Elsie; Van Bogaert & Francois; Chouinard & Reiner; Höpcke & Cyril; Désévaux
    The present invention relates to a novel form of cross-linked high amylose starch and processes for its manufacture. Such cross-linked high amylose starch is useful as an excipient in a controlled-release pharmaceutical formulation when compressed with pharmaceutical agent(s) in a tablet. Such cross-linked high amylose starch is prepared by (a) cross-linking and chemical modification of high amylose starch, (b) gelatinization, and (c) drying to obtain a powder of said controlled release excipient. In a preferred embodiment, such cross-linked high amylose starch is prepared in the following steps: (1) granular cross-linking and additional chemical modification (e.g., hydroxypropylation) of high-amylose starch; (2) thermal gelatinization of the starch from step (1); and (3) drying the starch from step (2) to yield a powder capable of being used as a controlled release excipient.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • June 29, 2020
      ✓ 
      Drug product




  • Sustained-release tramadol formulations with 24-hour efficacy
    Patent 7,988,998
    Issued: August 2, 2011
    Inventor(s): Lenaerts; Vincent & Ouadji-Nijki; Patricia Laure & Bacon; Jonathan & Ouzérourou; Rachid & Gervais; Sonia & Rahmouni; Miloud & Smith; Damon
    Assignee(s): Labopharm Inc.
    Labopharm Europe Limited
    Labopharm (Barbados) Limited
    A sustained-release tramadol formulation oral administration is provided which, upon initial administration of one dose, provides an analgesic effect within 2 hours, which analgesic effect continues for at least 24 hours after administration.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 27, 2023
      ✓ 
      Drug product



Related Exclusivities

Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.

  • Exclusivity expiration dates:
    • December 30, 2011 - NEW PRODUCT

See also...

  • Ryzolt Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Ryzolt Extended-Release Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Ryzolt Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Ryzolt Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tramadol Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Tramadol Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tramadol Extended-Release Capsules Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tramadol Extended-Release Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tramadol Orally Disintegrating Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Tramadol Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • FusePaq Synapryn Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tramadol Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Tramadol Hydrochloride AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Thursday, 19 March 2009

Orap


Generic Name: Pimozide
Class: Antipsychotics, Miscellaneous
VA Class: CN709
Chemical Name: 1-(1-(4,4-bis(4-fluorophenyl)butyl)-4-piperidinyl)-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazole-2-one
Molecular Formula: C28H29F2N3O
CAS Number: 2062-78-4


Special Alerts:


[Posted 02/22/2011] ISSUE: FDA notified healthcare professionals that the Pregnancy section of drug labels for the entire class of antipsychotic drugs has been updated. The new drug labels now contain more and consistent information about the potential risk for abnormal muscle movements (extrapyramidal signs or EPS) and withdrawal symptoms in newborns whose mothers were treated with these drugs during the third trimester of pregnancy.


The symptoms of EPS and withdrawal in newborns may include agitation, abnormally increased or decreased muscle tone, tremor, sleepiness, severe difficulty breathing, and difficulty in feeding. In some newborns, the symptoms subside within hours or days and do not require specific treatment; other newborns may require longer hospital stays.


BACKGROUND: Antipsychotic drugs are used to treat symptoms of psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.


RECOMMENDATION: Healthcare professionals should be aware of the effects of antipsychotic medications on newborns when the medications are used during pregnancy. Patients should not stop taking these medications if they become pregnant without talking to their healthcare professional, as abruptly stopping antipsychotic medications can cause significant complications for treatment. For more information visit the FDA website at: and .


[Posted 06/16/2008] FDA notified healthcare professionals that both conventional and atypical antipsychotics are associated with an increased risk of mortality in elderly patients treated for dementia-related psychosis. In April 2005, FDA notified healthcare professionals that patients with dementia-related psychosis treated with atypical antipsychotic drugs are at an increased risk of death. Since issuing that notification, FDA has reviewed additional information that indicates the risk is also associated with conventional antipsychotics. Antipsychotics are not indicated for the treatment of dementia-related psychosis. The prescribing information for all antipsychotic drugs will now include the same information about this risk in a BOXED WARNING and the WARNINGS section. For more information visit the FDA website at: , and .



Introduction

Antipsychotic agent; diphenylbutylpiperidine-derivative.1 2 3 4 5


Uses for Orap


Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


Tourette’s Syndrome


Suppression of motor and vocal tics of Tourette’s syndrome (Gilles de la Tourette’s syndrome) in adults and children who have failed to respond adequately to, or who do not tolerate, conventional therapy (e.g., haloperidol).1 2 8 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 57 159 172 (See Pediatric Use under Cautions.)


Not intended as a treatment of first choice, nor is it intended for suppression of tics that are only annoying or cosmetically troublesome.1 2 8


Reserve for use in patients whose development and/or daily life function is severely compromised by the presence of motor and vocal tics.1 2


Has been used concomitantly with a stimulant in children with tic disorders (e.g., Tourette’s syndrome) and comorbid attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in whom stimulants alone cannot control tics.171


Schizophrenia


Has been used for the symptomatic management of a variety of psychiatric illnesses,58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 principally schizophrenia,58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 but other agents generally are preferred.69 70


Orap Dosage and Administration


General



  • Perform ECG before initiation of therapy and periodically thereafter, particularly during periods of dosage adjustment.1 2 (See Cardiovascular Effects under Cautions.)



Administration


Oral Administration


Administer orally,1 2 usually once daily;152 153 also may administer in divided doses, particularly if once-daily dosing is not well tolerated.1 152


Some clinicians recommend administration as a single dose at bedtime to minimize adverse effects.153


Dosage


Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


Initiate therapy with low dosage and adjust dosage gradually.1 2 159


Pediatric Patients


Tourette’s Syndrome

Oral

Children <12 years of age: Reliable dose-response data for drug effects on tic manifestations not available.1 2


Children ≥12 years of age: Initially, 0.05 mg/kg daily, preferably at bedtime.1 May increase dosage every third day to a maximum of 0.2 mg/kg daily, not to exceed 10 mg daily.1 167


During prolonged maintenance therapy, use lowest possible effective dosage.1 2 Once adequate response is achieved, make periodic attempts (e.g., every 6–12 months) to reduce dosage to determine whether initial intensity and frequency of tics persist.1 2


In attempts to reduce dosage, consider possibility that observed increases of tic intensity and frequency may represent a transient, withdrawal-related phenomenon rather than return of the syndrome’s symptoms.1 2 Allow 1–2 weeks to elapse before concluding that an increase in tic manifestations is a function of the underlying disorder rather than a response to drug withdrawal.1 2


If therapy is to be discontinued, gradually reduce dosage.1 2


Adults


Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


Tourette’s Syndrome

Oral

Initially, 1–2 mg daily in divided doses.1 2 159 164 May increase dosage every other day according to patient’s tolerance and therapeutic response.1 2 165 Some clinicians suggest that dosage be increased at longer intervals (e.g., every 5–7 days) until manifestations decrease by ≥70%, adverse effects occur without symptomatic benefit, or symptomatic benefit and adverse effects occur simultaneously.153 164


If minimal adverse effects occur (e.g., not interfering with functioning) before adequate response is achieved, hold further dosage increase until adverse effects resolve.164 If adverse effects interfere with functioning but are not severe, can reduce dosage by 1-mg increments at weekly intervals until such effects resolve.164


If severe adverse effects occur, immediately reduce dosage by 50% or withhold drug.1 2 164 Once serious adverse effects resolve, can reinstitute with more gradual titration, increasing dosage at intervals ranging from 7–30 days.164


Most patients are adequately treated with dosages <0.2 mg/kg daily or 10 mg daily, whichever is less; higher dosages not recommended.1 2


During prolonged maintenance therapy, use lowest possible effective dosage.1 2 Once adequate response is achieved, make periodic attempts (e.g., every 6–12 months) to reduce dosage to determine whether initial intensity and frequency of tics persist.1 2


In attempts to reduce dosage, consider possibility that observed increases of tic intensity and frequency may represent a transient, withdrawal-related phenomenon rather than return of the syndrome’s symptoms.1 2 Allow 1–2 weeks to elapse before concluding that an increase in tic manifestations is a function of the underlying disorder rather than a response to drug withdrawal.1 2


If therapy is to be discontinued, gradually reduce dosage.1 2


Prescribing Limits


Pediatric Patients


Tourette’s Syndrome

Oral

Children ≥12 years of age: Maximum 0.2 mg/kg, not exceeding 10 mg daily.1


Adults


Tourette’s Syndrome

Oral

Dosages >0.2 mg/kg or 10 mg daily not recommended.1


Cautions for Orap


Contraindications



  • Simple tics or tics other than those associated with Tourette’s syndrome.1




  • Concurrent therapy with drugs that cause motor and vocal tics (e.g., amphetamines, methylphenidate, pemoline [no longer commercially available in the US]) until such drugs have been withdrawn to determine whether tics were caused by the drug rather than Tourette’s syndrome.1




  • Congenital long QT syndrome, history of cardiac arrhythmias, concomitant therapy with other drugs that prolong QT interval, or known hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia.1 202 (See Cardiovascular Effects under Cautions.)




  • Concomitant therapy with drugs that inhibit CYP3A4 or drugs that prolong the QT interval (e.g., azole antifungals, macrolide antibiotics, protease inhibitors, SSRIs [citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline], nefazodone, zileuton).1 200 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 (See Interactions.)




  • Severe toxic CNS depression or comatose states from any cause.1




  • Hypersensitivity to pimozide;1 use caution in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity to other antipsychotic drugs.1



Warnings/Precautions


Warnings


Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


Tardive Dyskinesia

Tardive dyskinesia, a syndrome of potentially irreversible, involuntary, dyskinetic movements, may develop in patients receiving antipsychotic agents, including pimozide.1 2 3 71 92 94 96 Consider discontinuance.1


May occur during long-term administration or following discontinuance.1 2 3 71


Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), a potentially fatal syndrome requiring immediate discontinuance of the drug and intensive symptomatic treatment, has been reported with antipsychotic agents, including pimozide.1 2 146


Hyperpyrexia not associated with NMS also reported with antipsychotic agents.1


Cardiovascular Effects

Sudden, unexpected deaths have occurred in some patients receiving high doses (>10 mg; in the range of 1 mg/kg) for conditions other than Tourette’s syndrome or in patients receiving concomitant pimozide and clarithromycin.1 168 170 Possibly due to QT interval prolongation, predisposing patients to ventricular arrhythmia.1 2


Various ECG changes (e.g., QT [including QTc] interval prolongation; flattening, notching, and inversion of the T wave; appearance of U waves) have occurred.1 2 164 165 202


Perform ECG evaluations before and periodically during therapy, especially during periods of dosage adjustment.1 2 202


Some clinicians recommend consultation with a cardiologist before therapy initiation in patients with a baseline QTc interval >440 ms.164


Consider stopping further dosage increases and dosage reduction for QTc interval prolongation >470 ms in children or 520 ms in adults or >25% beyond patient’s pretreatment value, or development of other T-wave abnormalities.1 2 164 Also consider dosage reduction if bradycardia (<50 bpm) occurs.164


Some clinicians recommend withholding drug if T-wave inversion, U waves, or cardiac arrhythmia occurs and reinstituting only after ECG findings are normal.164


Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disorders.3 164 165


Because hypokalemia has been associated with ventricular arrhythmias, correct potassium insufficiency because of diuretics, diarrhea, or other causes before pimozide initiation; maintain normal serum potassium concentrations during therapy.1 2


Mutagenicity and Carcinogenicity

Dose-related increase in benign pituitary tumors observed in female mice; clinical importance is not known.1 2 Carefully consider tumorigenic potential in decision to use drug, especially if patient is young and long-term therapy is anticipated.1 2


General Precautions


Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


CNS Effects

Possible risk of seizures;1 2 3 140 141 167 may lower seizure threshold.1 Use with caution in patients with history of seizures or EEG abnormalities or in those receiving anticonvulsants.1 Maintain adequate anticonvulsant therapy.1


Possible impairment of ability to perform activities requiring mental alertness or physical coordination (e.g., operating machinery, driving a motor vehicle), especially during first few days of therapy.1


Extrapyramidal symptoms occur frequently;1 2 3 9 40 50 52 58 59 60 68 71 73 78 81 85 87 88 90 92 93 94 96 97 99 100 102 104 122 145 especially during first few days of therapy.1 2 52 122 In most patients, reactions consist of parkinsonian symptoms1 2 4 68 71 78 81 92 94 99 100 102 159 that are mild to moderate in severity and usually reversible following discontinuance.1 2


Anticholinergic Effects

Causes adverse anticholinergic effects; use with caution in individuals whose condition may be aggravated by such effects.1


Abrupt Withdrawal

Possible transient dyskinetic signs after abrupt withdrawal in some patients receiving maintenance therapy; in some cases, dyskinetic movements are indistinguishable from tardive dyskinesia except for duration.1 2 Not known whether gradual withdrawal will reduce occurrence; pending further evidence, withdraw gradually.1 2


Specific Populations


Pregnancy

Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


Category C.1


Lactation

Not known whether pimozide is distributed into human milk; discontinue nursing or the drug.1


Pediatric Use

Onset of Tourette’s syndrome usually occurs between ages of 2 and 15 years, but data on use and efficacy in children <12 years of age are limited.1 2 Limited clinical evidence suggests that safety profile in children 2–12 years of age generally is comparable to that in older patients.1


Safety and efficacy for management of other conditions in children not evaluated; use in children for any condition other than Tourette’s syndrome not recommended.1 2


Geriatric Use

Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.


Prevalence of tardive dyskinesia appears to be highest among geriatric patients, particularly geriatric women.1 2 3 59


Transient hypotension for several hours after administration has occurred in some geriatric or debilitated patients.3


Hepatic Impairment

Use with caution.1


Renal Impairment

Use with caution.1


Common Adverse Effects


Extrapyramidal reactions (e.g., pseudoparkinsonism, dystonia, dyskinesia, akathisia), dry mouth, drowsiness, sedation, adverse behavior effect, asthenia, somnolence.1


Interactions for Orap


Metabolized by CYP3A41 and, to a lesser extent, by CYP1A2.1 168 170


Drugs and Foods Affecting Hepatic Microsomal Enzymes


Potential pharmacokinetic interaction (decreased metabolism) with inhibitors of CYP3A41 200 or CYP1A2.1


Prolongation of QT interval and, rarely, serious cardiovascular effects, including ventricular arrhythmias and death, reported in patients receiving CYP3A4 inhibitors and pimozide concomitantly;1 168 170 concomitant use contraindicated.1 (See Specific Drugs and Foods under Interactions.)


Drugs That Prolong QT Interval


Potential pharmacologic interaction (additive effect on QT interval prolongation; concomitant use contraindicated) when used with drugs that prolong QTc interval.1 200 207 208 209 (See Contraindications and Cardiovascular Effects under Cautions and also Specific Drugs and Foods under Interactions.)


Specific Drugs and Foods




















































































Drug or Food



Interaction



Comments



Antiarrhythmic agents (e.g., dofetilide, quinidine, sotalol, other class IA and III antiarrhythmics)1



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Antidepressants, tricyclics



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use not recommended1



Antidepressants, SSRIs (e.g., citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline)



Decreased pimozide metabolism; increased risk of prolongation of QT interval1 200 201 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211



Concomitant use contraindicated1 200 205 206 207 208 209 210 211



Antifungals, azole (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole)



Decreased pimozide metabolism; increased risk of prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Aprepitant



Increased plasma pimozide concentrations; potential for serious or life-threatening reaction



Concomitant use contraindicated



Arsenic trioxide



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



CNS agents (e.g., opiates or other analgesics, barbiturates or other sedatives, anxiolytics, alcohol)



Additive CNS effects or potentiated action of CNS depressant1 2 4 146 151



Use concomitantly with caution to avoid excessive CNS depression1 2



Delavirdine



Potential for serious or life-threatening reactions (e.g., cardiac arrhythmias)



Concomitant use contraindicated



Dolasetron



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Droperidol



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Fluoroquinolones (e.g., gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin, sparfloxacin)



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Grapefruit juice



Decreased pimozide metabolism1



Avoid grapefruit juice during therapy1



Halofantrine (licensed in the US but not commercially available)



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



HIV protease inhibitors (e.g., amprenavir [no longer commercially available in the US], atazanavir, indinavir, lopinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir)



Decreased pimozide metabolism; increased risk of prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Imatinib



Increased pimozide concentrations



Use with caution because pimozide has a narrow therapeutic window



Levomethadyl acetate (no longer commercially available in the US)



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Macrolides (e.g., azithromycin, clarithromycin, dirithromycin, erythromycin, troleandomycin)



Decreased pimozide metabolism; increased risk of prolongation of QT interval and ventricular arrhythmias1


Sudden death reported in at least 2 patients when clarithromycin added to ongoing pimozide therapy1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Mefloquine



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Nefazodone



Decreased pimozide metabolism; increased risk of prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Pentamidine



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Phenothiazines (e.g., chlorpromazine, mesoridazine [no longer commercially available in US], thioridazine1 )



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Probucol (no longer commercially available in the US)



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Tacrolimus



Additive effects on prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Zileuton



Decreased pimozide metabolism; increased risk of prolongation of QT interval1



Concomitant use contraindicated1



Ziprasidone



Increased risk of QT interval prolongation1



Concomitant use contraindicated1


Orap Pharmacokinetics


Absorption


Bioavailability


Slowly1 2 4 39 40 and variably absorbed1 2 4 39 after oral administration, with peak plasma concentrations of the drug1 2 4 39 40 and its metabolites39 attained within 6–8 hours (range: 4–12 hours).1 2 4 39 40


Appears to be at least 40–50% absorbed.1 2 4 39


Food


Effects of food on pharmacokinetics are not known.1


Special Populations


Effects of disease on pharmacokinetics are not known.1


Distribution


Extent


Distribution into human body tissues and fluids not well characterized.152 153 In animals, widely distributed after sub-Q administration, with highest concentrations attained in the liver,2 4 43 44 lungs,43 44 kidneys,43 44 and heart;43 44 also distributed into the brain,2 4 42 43 44 45 thymus,43 adrenals,43 thyroid,43 uterus,43 ovaries,43 and bile.46


Not known whether crosses placenta or is distributed into milk.1 2


Plasma Protein Binding


Extent of binding to plasma proteins is not known.152


Elimination


Metabolism


Appears to undergo extensive first-pass metabolism.1 39


Metabolized principally via oxidative N-dealkylation in the liver, catalyzed by CYP3A4 and, to a lesser extent, by CYP1A2.1 168 170 Pharmacologic activity of metabolites not determined,1 2 4 but results of animal studies suggest metabolites are inactive.4 37 45


Elimination Route


Excreted principally in urine1 2 4 39 (about 40%39 ) almost completely as metabolites,4 39 and, to a lesser extent, in feces (about 15%) mainly as unchanged drug.39


Not known if drug and/or its metabolites are removed by hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.152


Half-life


Approximately 55 hours after multiple oral doses in patients with chronic schizophrenic disorder.1 2 40


Special Populations


In patients with hepatic impairment, metabolism may be impaired.1


In patients with renal impairment, elimination may be decreased.1


Stability


Storage


Oral


Tablets

Tight, light-resistant containers1 2 at 25°C (may be exposed to 15–30°C).1


ActionsActions



  • Principal pharmacologic effects are similar to those of haloperidol2 4 6 and, to a lesser extent, those of phenothiazines.1 2 4 6 10




  • Precise mechanism(s) of action in suppressing motor and vocal tics in patients with Tourette’s syndrome1 2 10 11 and its antipsychotic action4 15 17 19 20 not determined, but may be related principally to antidopaminergic effects.1 2 4 10 11 12 15 17 19 20 Appears to be a selective dopamine-2 (D2) receptor antagonist.10 21 156




  • Appears to have little effect on catecholamines other than dopamine,2 13 24 although turnover of brain norepinephrine may be increased at high doses.3 13




  • Like other antipsychotic agents, has various effects on CNS receptor systems (e.g., γ-aminobutyric acid [GABA]),42 which are not fully characterized.1 42




  • Exhibits some anticholinergic activity,1 2 3 4 9 50 62 78 93 136 although generally considered to be relatively weak compared with most other antipsychotic agents.4



Advice to Patients


Pending revision, the material in this section should be considered in light of more recently available information in the MedWatch notification at the beginning of this monograph.



  • Importance of taking medication exactly as prescribed by the clinician;1 necessity of ECG monitoring before and during therapy.1




  • Importance of avoiding driving, operating machinery, or performing hazardous tasks until gain experience with the drug’s effects.1




  • Importance of clinicians informing patients in whom chronic use is contemplated of risk of tardive dyskinesia, taking into account clinical circumstances and competency of patient to understand information provided.1




  • Importance of informing clinicians of existing or contemplated concomitant therapy, including prescription or OTC drugs, dietary supplements, and herbal products, as well as any concomitant illnesses (e.g., cardiovascular).1 Importance of avoiding grapefruit juice.1 170




  • Importance of avoiding alcohol during therapy.1




  • Importance of women informing clinicians if they are or plan to become pregnant or plan to breast-feed.1




  • Importance of informing patients of other important precautionary information.1 (See Cautions.)



Preparations


Excipients in commercially available drug preparations may have clinically important effects in some individuals; consult specific product labeling for details.


















Pimozide

Routes



Dosage Forms



Strengths



Brand Names



Manufacturer



Oral



Tablets



1 mg



Orap (scored)



Gate



2 mg



Orap (scored)



Gate


Comparative Pricing


This pricing information is subject to change at the sole discretion of DS Pharmacy. This pricing information was updated 04/2011. Actual costs to patients will vary depending on the use of specific retail or mail-order locations and health insurance copays.


Orap 1MG Tablets (GATE): 60/$75.99 or 180/$209.97


Orap 2MG Tablets (GATE): 60/$99.99 or 180/$269.97



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References



1. Gate Pharmaceuticals. Orap (pimozide) tablets prescribing information. Sellersville, PA; 2005 Aug.



2. McNeil Pharmaceutical. Orap (pimozide) tablets hospital formulary information. Spring House, PA; 1984 Oct.



Tuesday, 17 March 2009

Panoral




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Cefaclor

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Sunday, 15 March 2009

Bersol




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Clobetasol

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Saturday, 14 March 2009

Toraseptol




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Azithromycin

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Neurontin




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Gabapentin

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Wednesday, 11 March 2009

Dexasol Drops


Pronunciation: DEX-ah-METH-ah-sone
Generic Name: Dexamethasone
Brand Name: Dexasol


Dexasol Drops are used for:

Treating swelling, itching, redness, and irritation of the eyes and eyelids. It may also be used in the ear canal to treat inflammation of the outer ear. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Dexasol Drops are a corticosteroid. It works by decreasing inflammation, which helps to relieve symptoms such as redness, swelling, itching, warmth, and pain.


Do NOT use Dexasol Drops if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Dexasol Drops

  • you have a herpes, viral, bacterial, or fungal infection of the eye; a fungal infection of the ear; a perforation of the eardrum membrane

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



Before using Dexasol Drops:


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


  • if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

  • if you have diabetes or thinning of the cornea or other eye tissues

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dexasol Drops. Because little, if any, of Dexasol Drops are absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.


This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dexasol Drops 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 Dexasol Drops:


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


  • If your doctor prescribed more than 1 eye medicine, find out the best order for using each medicine.

  • Remove contact lenses before you use Dexasol Drops; lenses may be placed back in the eyes 15 minutes after use of Dexasol Drops.

  • To use Dexasol Drops in the eye, first, wash your hands. Tilt your head back. Using your index finger, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes. Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the inside corner of the eyelid for 1 to 2 minutes. Do not blink. Remove excess medicine around your eye with a clean, dry tissue, being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.

  • To prevent germs from contaminating your medicine, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface, including the eye. Keep the container tightly closed.

  • For ear treatment - Clean the ear canal completely and sponge dry. Instill the solution directly into the ear canal as directed by your doctor. If preferred, the ear canal can be packed with a gauze wick that has been soaked in the solution. Keep it wet with the solution and remove after 12 to 24 hours.

  • If you miss a dose of Dexasol Drops, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

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



Important safety information:


  • Some of these products contain sulfites, which can cause allergic reactions in certain individuals (eg, asthma patients). If you have previously had allergic reactions to sulfites, contact your pharmacist to determine if the product you are taking contains sulfites.

  • Contact your health care provider at once if you develop another eye condition (eg, trauma, eye surgery, infection) while taking Dexasol Drops. It may be necessary to stop using Dexasol Drops.

  • Dexasol Drops may cause blurred vision. Use Dexasol Drops with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks if you cannot see clearly.

  • Do not use Dexasol Drops longer than recommended or for future eye problems without first checking with your doctor.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dexasol Drops while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dexasol Drops are found in breast milk after topical use. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Dexasol Drops, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.


Possible side effects of Dexasol Drops:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:



Blurring of vision; increased pressure in the eye.



Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); cataracts; changes in vision; continued or worsening itching or swelling; continuing blurred vision; discharge from eyes; eye pain; glaucoma; vision problems.



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. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.


See also: Dexasol side effects (in more detail)


If OVERDOSE is suspected:


Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Dexasol Drops may be harmful if swallowed.


Proper storage of Dexasol Drops:

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


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Dexasol Drops, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Dexasol Drops are to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

  • Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Dexasol Drops. 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.



Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Tuesday, 10 March 2009

Skinderm A




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Saturday, 7 March 2009

Myoplège




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Thiocolchicoside

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Tocopherol Acetate




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Tocopherol, α-

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Friday, 6 March 2009

Maxius




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Tibezonium Iodide

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Wednesday, 4 March 2009

Fluoxemed




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Fluoxetine

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Sunday, 1 March 2009

Amlomark




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Amlodipine

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