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Oct, 2014

Unibet Cream

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Betamethasone Valerate 0.1% cream Pharmacological Class: Topical Steroid Indications: Eczemas; Prurigo; Psoriasis; Neurodermatoses; contact sensitivity reactions; Discoid Lupus Erythematosus Dosage & Administration. To be used 2 or 3 times daily Apply a thin layer on the affected parts until improvement occurs On affected parts, effect can be enhanced by occluding the parts with polythene film. NB: an over night occlusion is adequate to bring a satisfactory response – then application can continue without occlusion. Contra-indications: Rosacea 7 peri-oral dermatitis Viral or Fungal skin infections Hypersensitivity to betamethasone Perianal and genital pruritus. Precautions. […]

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Oct, 2014

Co-max

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Artemether 20mg + Lumefantrine 120mg Pharmacological Class ACT antimalarial Indications. Treatment of adults and children with acute uncomplicated malaria. Dosage. Adults: 4 Tablets stat; then 4 Tablets after 8hrs then 4 Tablets BD * 2/7. Children: 5 – 15kg: 1 tablet stat; 1 tablet after 8 hrs; then 1 tabletd BD *2/7 15 – 25kg: 2 tablets stat, 2 tablets after 8hrs; then 2 tablets BD * 2/7 25 – 35kg: 3 tablets stat, 3 tablets after 8hrs; then 3 tablets BD 2/7.

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Sulphur Ointment

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Precipitated sulphur BP 10% Pharmacological Class: Keratolytic mild antiseptic antifungal & parasiticide. Indications: Treatment of Ring worms; Acne; Dandruff; Eczema; Psoriasis; Parasitic skin infections. Dosage & Administration. Apply a small quantity to affected areas 2 – 3 times daily & wash hands after use. Caution: Avoid contact with eyes / mouth & Mucus membranes. Side Effects: Can cause skin irritation & Dermatitis

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Oct, 2014

Uniscab

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Benzyl Benzoate 25% Indications: Scabies & Pediculosis Application: Apply all over the body (Apart from Head and Neck). Without bathing repeat after 24 hrs. washing is then done after 24 hrs or a third application may be done. Precaution: Avoid contact with the eyes & mucus membranes. NB: all members of the family should be treated; cut nails shot.

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Oct, 2014

Ibutab

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Ibuprofen 200mg / 400mg Pharmacological Classification Antirheumatics / Anti-infl ammatory agents. Indications Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis Osteo-Arthritis, Acute Gouty Arthritis. Non-articular rheumatism including fibrositis. Frozen shoulder (capsulitis), bursitis, tendinitis, tenosynovitis and low-back pain. Soft-tissue injuries – sprains and strains. Mild to moderate pain such as dysmenorrhoea, dental, post-episiotomy pain and post-partum pain.   Contra-Indications Peptic ulceration; Hypersensitivity to Ibuprofen, Aspirin or any other NSAID. Safety in pregnancy has not been established. Dosage and Directions for use Adults: 800 – 1200mg daily in divided doses. Acute gout: 2400 mg daily either […]

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Oct, 2014

Unigentyl

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secnidazole 500mg Pharmacological Class: Amebicide Indications. Intestinal & extra intestinal amoebiasis Urogenital Trachomoniasis Giardiasis Bacterial vaginosis Dosage Acute intestinal amoebiasis & Giardiasis – 1 day treatment: Adults – 2g stat Children – 30mk/kg body weight stat Hepatic Amoebiasis – 5 day treatment: Adults – 1.5g stat Children 30mg/kg stat Urogenital trichomoniasis / bacterial vaginosis: 1 day treatment 2g stat ( Treat sexual partner too) Contra – indicated in First trimester of pregnancy and in breastfeeding. Key Feature: Longest half life of all imidazoles 25hrs

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Oct, 2014

Quadran

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Tinidazole 500mg. Pharmacological Class: Azole Anti – amebic Indications: Intestinal Amoebiasis Trichomoniasis Amoebic Liver Abscess Giardiasis Dosage: Amoebiasis: 2g OD * 3/7 Hepatic Amoebiasis: Adults: 1.5 – 2g OD 3 to 6 days Children: 50 – 60mg/Kg daily 3 or 5 days Giardiasis / Trichomoniasis: Adults: 2g stat. Children: 50 – 75mg/Kg Main Feature: Quadran is active against several protozoa including Balantidium Coli; E.Histolytica; Giardia Intestinalis; T. Vaginalis; Obligate Anaerobic Bacteria – Clostridium spp and Bacteroides; Facultative anaerobes, Gardnerella vaginalis; campylobacter spp and some spirochetes.

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Oct, 2014

Nelzole

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Metronidazole Tabs 200mg/400mg & Susp 200mg/5ml. Pharmacological Class: Amoebicide Indications: Invasive intestinal Amoebiasis; Giardiasis; Urogenital Trachomoniasis; Bactrial Vaginitis; Surgical Prophylaxis; Leg Ulcer; Pressure sore; Dosage: Adults: 200 – 800mg TDS 5 – 7 days depending on infection and severity. Children: 30 – 50mg/kg per day in 3 divided doses. Side Effects: Metallic taste; anorexia; skin rash; headache; Urethral discomfort; Darkened Urine; Insomnia; Depression; Drowsiness;   Contra-Indication: Pregnancy & Lactation. Precaution: Avoid alcohol and concurrent anti-hypertensive.

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Oct, 2014

Altrine Syrup

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Cetirizine 10mg tabs / Syr 5mg/5ml Pharmacological Class: Antihistamine Indications: Allergic Rhinitis Allergic skin conditions associated with pruritus such as Urticaria Dosage: Adults / Children > 12 yrs – 1 tablet or 10 ml OD ( Pref. Nocte). Children 6 – 12 yrs: 10ml daily as a single dose or in divided doses BD. Children 2 – 6 yrs: 5mg daily as a single dose or in divided doses BD. Children 1 – 2 yrs: 2.5ml daily as a single dose or in divided doses BD. Children 6 Mns – […]

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Oct, 2014

Nelgra Tablets

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Sildenafil /citrate 50mg / 100mg Pharmacological Class: Phosphodiesterase Inhibitor. Indications: Treatment of ED Dosage & Administration. 50mg – 100mg PRN taken 1hr before sexual activity. It may be taken anywhere between 0.5hr – 4hrs before sexual activity Contraindications: Patients taking Nitric Oxide donors e.g Nitrates or Nitrites – can increase CV risks factors. Severe Hepatic or Renal Impairment. Recent Stroke or HA Hypotension. Side Effects: Headache, Flushing, Nasal Congestion,Cyanopsia Warning: Increased Cardiac Risk in patients with pre-existing CVD.

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