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Oct, 2014

Knac – 50 & 75

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Pharmacological class NSAID Indications: Rheumatoid Arthritis Osteo-Arthritis Ankylosing Spondylitis Spondyl-Arthritis Painful syndrome of Vertebral column. Dosage & Administration. 50mg TDS with or after meals 75mg OD or BD with or after meals. Contra-Indications: PUD / Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac / Asthmatics. Pregnancy & Lactation: Should be administered only if potential benefits outweighs the risks involved. Key Feature: Being a Potassium Salt; it is a quick disintergrating molecule offering a quick onset of action thus a quick relief in acute painful conditions

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Sep, 2014

Univir Range – Cream, 200mg, 400mg, 800mg Tabs

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Pharmacological Class: Antiviral Indications: Initial and recurrent mucosal & cutaneous Herpex simplex virus. Varicella Zoster Herpex simplex encephalitis Herpes Genitalis Chicken pox Dosage & Administration. Herpes simplex: Adults & Children>2yrs: 200mg 5 times daily. children < 2yrs : half the above dose. In immunocompromized patients – double the above dose. Herpes zoster: 800mg 5 times *7/7; Double dose in immunocompromized patients. Topical Application: Apply 5 times daily for 7/7. Contra-indication: Hypersensitivity to acyclovir or components of the formulation.

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16

Sep, 2014

Temflam Suspension

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For the use by a registered medical practitioner or hospital or a laboratory. Composition: Each 5ml contains: Paracetamol B.P. 125mg Ibuprofen B.P. 100mg Pharmacology: TEMFLAM is a combination of the above two ingredients. Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent and possesses analgesic and anti-inflammatory activities. Ibuprofen is rapidly absorbed when administered orally. Peak serum ibuprofen levels are generally attained within one or two hours after administration. There is no evidence of drug accumulation  or enzyme induction. The efficiency of paracetamol as an analgesic and antipyretic is equivalent to that of […]

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Sep, 2014

Salcof Syrup

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For the use by a Registered Medical Practitioner or Hospital or a Laboratory. Composition: Each 5ml contains Salbutamol B.P 1.0mg, Bromhexine B.P 2.0mg and Guaiphenesin B.P 50mg  as active ingredients. Clinical Pharmacology: Bromhexine Bromhexine acts on the mucus at the formative stages in the glands within the mucus secreting-cells. Pharmacokinetics It is rapidly absorbed from the gastro-intestinal tract and undergoes extensive first pass effect. Its bioavailability is 20%. It is widely distributed to the body tissues and highly bound to plasma proteins. Salbutamol   Salbutamol produces bronchodilation by relaxing smooth […]

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Sep, 2014

REXE-DINE Mouth wash/ Gargle Solution

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For the use of registered Medical Practitioner or Hospital or a Laboratory only. Composition: Active substance: Povidone Iodine B.P 1% w/v Broad-spectrum microbicide. For use on the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat. Indications: For the treatment of infected, inflammatory conditions of the mouth and pharynx including stomatitis, gingivitis, aphthous ulcers, pharyngitis, tonsilitis, monilial infections, common colds and influenza. As a prophylactic during and after surgery e.g. After tonsillectomy and dental procedures. Routine use to promote oral hygiene. Contraindications Not to be used in the hyperfunction of the thyroid […]

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Sep, 2014

Neuroba Capsules

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For the use by a Registered Medical Practitioner or Hospital or a Laboratory only. Composition: Each capsule, contains 300mg of Gabapentin. PHARMACOLOGICAL  ACTION: Pharmacotherapeutic groups: Other antiepileptics ATC code: N03AX12. The precise mechanism of action of gabapentin is not known. Gabapentin is structurally related to the neurotransmitter GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) but its mechanism of action is different from that of several other active substances that interact with GABA synapses including valproate, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, GABA transaminase inhibitors, GABA uptake inhibitors, GABA agonists, and GABA prodrugs. In vitro studies with radiolabeled gabapentin […]

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Sep, 2014

Lolip 10 & 20

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Pharmacological Class. Statin – cholesterol lowering Agent. Indications. Adjunct to diet in reduction of elevated; Total cholestrol LDL – cholestrol Apolipoprotein B Triglycerides (in mixed dyslipidemia / heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia) As an adjunct to other lipid lowering agents or if such treatments are not available. Contra-indications: Hypersensitivity to atorvastatin / acute liver disease / pregnancy ; breast feeding and in women of child bearing age who are not using adequate contraception. 1 month interval required for those planning to conceive. Children: Safety & Efficacy not established. Dosage: Place the patient on a cholesterol lowering diet even after putting them on […]

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Sep, 2014

Flutrox 150 & 200

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Pharmacological Class. Triazole Antifungal. Indication. Vaginal candidiasis Mucosal Candisiasis Systemic Candidiasis Cryptococcosis Prophylaxis of fungal infections in HIV patients Fungal infections of the skins and nails. Dosage & Administration. V. Candidiasis: 150mg stat Oropharyngeal Candidiasis: 50mg OD 7-14 days Atrophic Oral Candidiasis with dentures: 50mg OD 14 days Other Candidal Infections: 50mg OD 14 – 30days. Use in renal impairment. Mode dose in response to the degree of impairment based on creatinine clearance. Contra-indications. Hypersensitivity to fl uconazole or azole antifungals. Use in pregnancy and nursing mothers: Used only if the benefi […]

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Sep, 2014

Duotab

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DUOTAB TABLETS Composition: Each tablet contains: Dihydroartemisinin I.P 40mg & Piperaquine Phosphate 320mg as active ingredients. Description DUOTAB is a synergistic combination of an artemisinin derivative and a new bisquinoline compound; it is active against the a sexual forms of plasmodium, schizonts and gametocytes. Its action on schizonts insures rapid decrease of pathogenic parasitaemia which leads to a quick disappearance of clinical signs; its action on gemetocytes prevents contamination. Pharmacokinetics: The absorption of DUOTAB after oral intake is rapid and complete; it is extensively distributed in all tissues. Half life […]

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Sep, 2014

Acnesol Cream

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For topical application ACNESOL 0.05% W/W CREAM COMPOSITION: Acnesol contais Tretinoin B.P 0.05% w/w as the active ingredient. PHARMACOLOGY: Tretinoin stimulates mitotic activity and increased turnover of follicular epithelial cells causing extrusion of comedos. It also reduces hperkeratinization that leads to microcomedo formation which is the initial lesion in acne. In dermis blood vessel, vasodilation and angiogenesis and increased papillary dermal collagen synthesis lead to lessening of fine and course wrinkling smoother texture decrease in hyperpigmentation. PHARMACOKINETICS: Tretinoin is highly bound to plasma roteins and undergoes metabolism in the liver. […]

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