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  • Apr 23, 10

    Common uses
    This medicine acts directly on the smooth muscle in the gut causing it to relax. It also prevents nerve signals getting through to the muscle in the intestines. This also causes the muscle to relax, preventing painful muscle spasm. Little or no antispasmodic effect was seen on the uterus and the bronchial muscles. Gastric emptying time and intestinal propulsion were affected much less than by papaverine. No significant inhibition of normal peristalsis has been observed.

    Primary irritable colon characterised by persistent diarrhoea, alternating constipation and diarrhoea, abdominal pain and postprandial distension. Secondary irritable colon due to organic lesions such as regional enteritis, diverticulitis, specific and non-specific inflammatory conditions of the gastro-intestinal tract.

    Directions
    135 mg Colospa hydrochloride (1 tablet) 3 times daily, preferably before meals. After a period of a few weeks when the desired effect has been obtained, the dosage may be gradually reduced.

    As atropine-like effects are absent, Colospa 135 mg is not contra-indicated in patients with glaucoma or prostatic hypertrophy.

    Store in a dry, dark place, at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Keep out of reach of children.

    Cautions
    Use with caution in: Failure of function of part of the gut causing an obstruction (paralytic ileus); Life long inherited blood diseases which can cause a variety of symptoms, including mental health problems (porphyrias).

    For women: Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

    This medicine should be used with caution during pregnancy, and only if the expected benefit to the mother is greater than any possible risk to the foetus. Seek medical advice from your doctor. There are no known harmful effects when this medici

  • Apr 23, 10

    Flagyl is used for:
    Treating certain infections caused by bacteria or amoebas. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Flagyl 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.

    How to use Flagyl:
    Use Flagyl as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Take Flagyl by mouth with food.
    * To clear up your infection completely, take Flagyl for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
    * If you miss a dose of Flagyl , 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 Flagyl.

    Possible side effects of Flagyl:
    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:

    * Appetite loss; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; metallic taste; nausea; stomach upset; vomiting.

    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); 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. s

  • Apr 23, 10

    Imodium is used for:
    Treating symptoms of certain types of diarrhea. It is also used to decrease the amount of discharge from an ileostomy. It may also be used for to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.Imodium is an antidiarrheal agent. It works by slowing the movement of bowel contents.

    How to use Imodium:
    Use Imodium as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Take Imodium by mouth with or without food.
    * Drinking extra fluids is recommended while you have diarrhea. Check with your doctor if you have questions.
    * If you miss a dose of Imodium and are taking it regularly, 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 Imodium.

    Possible side effects of Imodium:
    All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with this product. 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); constipation; decreased urination; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; stomach bloating, swelling, or pain.

  • May 01, 10

    Common uses
    This medicine is a medicine that increases the movements or contractions of the stomach and bowel. Motilium is also used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by other drugs used to treat Parkinson"s Disease. Motilium is to be given only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

    Before using
    In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For Motilium the following should be considered:

    Allergies: Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Motilium.

    Breast-feeding: Breast-feeding: Motilium passes into the breast milk, but it is not known if Motilium will cause unwanted effects in the newborn. It may be necessary for you to take another medicine or to stop breast-feeding during treatment. Be sure you have discussed the risks and benefits of the medicine with your doctor.

    Children: Studies on this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of Motilium in children with use in other age groups.

    Older adults: Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing the use of Motilium in the elderly with use in other age groups.

    Other medicines: Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

    Directions
    The dose of Motilium will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor"s orders or the directions on the label. The following information inclu

  • May 01, 10

    Nexium is used for:
    Treating gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in patients with a history of irritation and swelling of the esophagus when medicine cannot be taken by mouth. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Nexium is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

    How to use Nexium:
    Use Nexium as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Nexium is usually given as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic.
    * Do not use Nexium if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
    * If you also take an imidazole antifungal (eg, ketoconazole), take it at least 2 hours before using Nexium.
    * Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
    * Nexium should only be used for a short time (up to 10 days), until you are able to take medicine by mouth. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
    * Continue to use Nexium even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
    * If you miss a dose of Nexium , 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 Nexium.

    Possible side effects of Nexium:
    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; dry mouth; gas; headache; nausea; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; stomach pain.

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

    * Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itc

  • May 01, 10

    "Pepcid is used for:
    Treating and preventing ulcers. It is also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), conditions that cause increased acid secretion, and esophagitis. It also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Pepcid is an H2 (histamine) blocker. It reduces stomach acid by blocking one of the chemicals (histamine) that stimulates the release of acid into the stomach.

    How to use Pepcid:
    Use Pepcid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Take Pepcid by mouth with or without food.
    * Take Pepcid at least 2 hours before or after taking cephalosporins (eg, cephalexin), itraconazole, or ketoconazole.
    * If you miss a dose of Pepcid , 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 Pepcid.

    Possible side effects of Pepcid:
    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; headache.

    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); convulsions (seizures).
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  • May 01, 10

    "Prevacid is used for:
    Short-term treatment of irritation of the esophagus when medicine cannot be taken by mouth. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Prevacid is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

    How to use Prevacid:
    Use Prevacid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Prevacid is usually given as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Prevacid at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Prevacid . Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
    * Do not use Prevacid if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
    * If you are also taking an imidazole antifungal (eg, ketoconazole), take it at least 2 hours before using Prevacid.
    * Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
    * Prevacid should only be used for a short time (up to 7 days), until you are able to take medicine by mouth. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
    * If you miss a dose of Prevacid, 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 Prevacid.

    Possible side effects of Prevacid:
    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; headache; nausea; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; stomach pain.

  • May 01, 10

    Prilosec is used for:
    Treating heartburn or irritation of the esophagus caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It may also be used for short-term treatment of ulcers of the stomach or small intestines. It may also be used with certain antibiotics to treat ulcers of the small intestines and to help prevent them from coming back. It may also be used to treat conditions that cause your body to make too much stomach acid (eg, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Prilosec is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

    How to use Prilosec:
    Use Prilosec as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Take Prilosec by mouth on an empty stomach before eating.
    * Swallow Prilosec whole. Do not break, crush, chew, or open Prilosec before swallowing.
    * If you have trouble swallowing the capsule, add 1 tablespoon of applesauce to an empty bowl. Open the capsule and empty the pellets onto the applesauce. Mix the pellets with the applesauce and swallow the mixture at once, followed by a glass of cool water. The applesauce used should not be hot and should be soft enough to be swallowed with out chewing. Do not chew or crush the pellets. Do not store the mixture for further use.
    * You may take antacids while you are using Prilosec if you are directed to do so by your doctor.
    * If you also take an imidazole antifungal (eg, ketoconazole), take it at least 2 hours before taking Prilosec.
    * If you also take sucralfate, take Prilosec at least 30 minutes before taking sucralfate.
    * Continue to take Prilosec even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
    * If you miss a dose of Prilosec , 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.
    * Ampicillins, azole antifungals (eg, ketoconazole), ginkgo biloba, HIV protease inhibit

  • May 01, 10

    Protonix is used for:
    Short-term treatment (7 to 10 days) of patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who have a history of irritation of the esophagus. It may be used for conditions that cause your body to make too much stomach acid (eg, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Protonix is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

    How to use Protonix:
    Use Protonix as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Protonix is usually given as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Protonix at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Protonix . Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
    * Do not use Protonix if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
    * If you also take an imidazole antifungal (eg, ketoconazole), take it at least 2 hours before taking Protonix.
    * Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
    * Protonix should only be used for a short time (7 to 10 days), until you are able to take medicine by mouth. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
    * If you miss a dose of Protonix , 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 Protonix.

    Possible side effects of Protonix:
    All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMO

  • May 01, 10

    "Reglan is used for:
    Short term treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in certain patients who do not respond to other therapy. It is used to treat symptoms of a certain digestive problem in diabetic patients (diabetic gastroparesis). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Reglan is a gastrointestinal stimulant and anti-nauseant. It works by increasing the movement of the stomach and intestines to help move food and acid out of the stomach more quickly. It also works in certain areas in the brain to decrease nausea.

    How to use Reglan:
    Use Reglan as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Take Reglan by mouth 30 minutes before meals unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
    * It may take several days to weeks for Reglan to work. Do not stop taking Reglan without checking with your doctor.
    * If you miss a dose of Reglan , 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 Reglan."

  • May 01, 10

    Zantac is used for:
    Treating certain conditions that cause your body to make too much stomach acid (eg, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome). It is also used to treat ulcers of the small intestine that have not responded to other treatment. It may be used as a short-term alternative to oral ranitidine, in patients who are not able to take medicine by mouth. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Zantac is an H2-receptor blocker. It works by blocking the action of histamine in the stomach. This reduces the amount of acid the stomach makes. Reducing stomach acid helps to reduce heartburn, to heal irritation of the esophagus, and to heal ulcers of the stomach or intestines.

    How to use Zantac:
    Use Zantac as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * Zantac is usually given as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic. If you will be using Zantac at home, a health care provider will teach you how to use it. Be sure you understand how to use Zantac . Follow the procedures you are taught when you use a dose. Contact your health care provider if you have any questions.
    * Do not use Zantac if it contains particles, is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged.
    * Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Ask your health care provider how to dispose of these materials after use. Follow all local rules for disposal.
    * You may take antacids while you are using Zantac if you are directed to do so by your doctor.
    * Continue to use Zantac even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
    * If you miss a dose of Zantac , 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.

  • May 01, 10

    Zelnorm is used for:
    Short term treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women who have constipation as their main symptom. It is also used for treating certain men and women who have a type of chronic constipation. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Zelnorm is a selective serotonin receptor agonist. It works on the nerves of the bowel to improve bowel function. This helps you to have more normal stools.

    How to use Zelnorm:
    Use Zelnorm as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

    * An extra patient leaflet is available with Zelnorm . Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.
    * Take Zelnorm by mouth on an empty stomach, shortly before you eat a meal, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
    * If you miss a dose of Zelnorm , 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.

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