Finadyne may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Flunixin meglumine (a derivative of Flunixin) is reported as an ingredient of Finadyne in the following countries:
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Mycodecan may be available in the countries listed below.
Terbinafine hydrochloride (a derivative of Terbinafine) is reported as an ingredient of Mycodecan in the following countries:
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Bisphonal may be available in the countries listed below.
Incadronic Acid disodium (a derivative of Incadronic Acid) is reported as an ingredient of Bisphonal in the following countries:
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Methadon Sintetica may be available in the countries listed below.
Methadone hydrochloride (a derivative of Methadone) is reported as an ingredient of Methadon Sintetica in the following countries:
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Generic Name: pseudoephedrine (SOO doe ee FED rin)
Brand Names: Chlor Trimeton Nasal Decongestant, Contac Cold, Drixoral Decongestant Non-Drowsy, Elixsure Decongestant, Entex, Genaphed, Kid Kare Drops, Nasofed, Seudotabs, Silfedrine, Sudafed, Sudafed 12-Hour, Sudafed 24-Hour, Sudafed Children's Nasal Decongestant, Sudodrin, SudoGest, SudoGest 12 Hour, Suphedrin, Triaminic Softchews Allergy Congestion, Unifed
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.
Pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take pseudoephedrine if you have:
heart disease or high blood pressure;
diabetes; or
a thyroid disorder.
Artificially sweetened liquid cold medicine may contain phenylalanine. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU), check the medication label to see if the product contains phenylalanine.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Since pseudoephedrine is taken as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include feeling restless or nervous.
Avoid taking this medication if you also take diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications). Taking a stimulant together with a decongestant can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.
fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;
severe dizziness or anxiety;
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or
dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, ringing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, trouble breathing, uneven heart rate, seizure).
Less serious side effects may include:
loss of appetite;
warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin;
feeling restless or excited (especially in children);
sleep problems (insomnia); or
skin rash 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.
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
blood pressure medications;
a beta blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Dutoprol, Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others; or
an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip, Limbitrol), doxepin (Sinequan), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with pseudoephedrine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
See also: SudoGest side effects (in more detail)
Generic Name: sulfacetamide sodium topical (SUL fa SEET a mide SOE dee um TOP i kal)
Brand Names: Klaron, Mexar, Ovace, Ovace Plus, RE 10, Seb-Prev, Sebizon
Sulfacetamide sodium is an antibiotic that fights bacteria on the skin.
Sulfacetamide sodium topical (for the skin) is used to treat acne, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis (red, flaking skin rash), and certain skin infections.
Sulfacetamide sodium topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have asthma or a sulfite allergy, or if you are also using silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene, Thermazene).
Stop using this medication and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse during treatment.
To make sure you can safely use sulfacetamide sodium topical, tell your doctor if you have asthma or a sulfite allergy.
Use exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Make sure the treatment area is clean and dry before using sulfacetamide sodium topical cream, gel, lotion, or solution. Apply the medication in a thin layer and rub in gently.
To use sulfacetamide sodium soap, wet the skin and apply enough of the medication to work into a lather. Massage the lather on the skin gently and then rinse thoroughly with plain water. Pat the skin dry with a clean towel.
If you are using this medication on your scalp, wash your hair with a non-medicated shampoo at least once per week during treatment.
Sulfacetamide sodium topical is usually applied 2 times per day for 8 to 10 days. Space your doses evenly by applying the medication at the same times each day.
You may need to keep using the medication once or twice per week, or once every other week. Follow your doctor's instructions. Call your doctor if your condition comes back after you stop using sulfacetamide sodium topical.
Stop using this medication and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse during treatment.
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include nausea and vomiting, blood in your urine, or urinating less than usual.
Avoid getting this medication on your clothing. Sulfacetamide sodium topical may leave a slight yellow color on light fabrics.
Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with sulfacetamide sodium topical unless you doctor tells you to.
fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
patchy skin color, red spots, a butterfly-shaped skin rash over your cheeks and nose;
the first sign of any skin rash, no matter how mild;
joint pain, swelling, or stiffness;
signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, mouth sores, unusual weakness;
pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding;
new or worsening skin infection; or
nausea, pain in your upper stomach, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Less serious side effects may include:
mild swelling, itching, or redness of treated skin;
dry skin; or
yellow discoloration of treated skin (may be a sign that you have applied too much of the medication).
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.
Usual Adult Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis:
Sodium sulfacetamide 10% topical cream and gel: Apply topically to affected areas twice daily (morning and evening) for 8 to 10 days. As conditions subsides, the interval between applications may be lengthened. Use 1 to 2 times weekly or every other week may prevent reoccurances. If condition recurs, reinitiate treatment.
Usual Adult Dose for Secondary Cutaneous Bacterial Infections:
Sodium sulfacetamide 10% topical cream and gel: Apply topically to affected areas twice daily for 8 to 10 days.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Seborrheic Dermatitis:
>=12 yrs: Sodium sulfacetamide 10% topical cream and gel: Apply topically to affected areas twice daily (morning and evening) for 8 to 10 days. As conditions subsides, the interval between applications may be lengthened. Use 1 to 2 times weekly or every other week may prevent reoccurances. If condition recurs, reinitiate treatment.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Secondary Cutaneous Bacterial Infections:
>=12 yrs: Sodium sulfacetamide 10% topical cream and gel: Apply topically to affected areas twice daily for 8 to 10 days.
Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene, Thermazene, and others).
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with sulfacetamide sodium topical. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Treating eye infections caused by certain bacteria.
Sulfacetamide Drops are a sulfonamide. It works by restricting the production of folic acid, which bacteria need for growth. This kills the bacteria.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Sulfacetamide Drops. 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 Sulfacetamide Drops. 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 Sulfacetamide 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.
Use Sulfacetamide Drops 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 Sulfacetamide 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:
Mild irritation, stinging, or burning.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; new or worsening eye discharge, inflammation, or pain; joint pain; red, swollen, or blistered skin; vision changes; yellowing of the eyes or skin.
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.
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Sulfacetamide Drops may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of ingestion may include change in the amount of urine; nausea; vomiting.
Store Sulfacetamide Drops at room temperature, between 46 and 77 degrees F (8 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not freeze. Keep Sulfacetamide Drops out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Sulfacetamide 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.
