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Liquid Polibar: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Liquid Polibar? Barium sulfate is a contrast agent. Barium sulfate works by coating the inside of your esophagus, stomach, or intestines which allows them to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination. Barium sulfate is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the esophagus, stomach, or intestines. Barium sulfate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to barium sulfate or another contrast agent. You may not be able to use barium sulfate if: you recently had surgery, an injury, or a biopsy involving your stomach, esophagus, or intestines; you...

Dimetapp Cold/Allergy: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Brompheniramine and phenylephrine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Dimetapp Cold/Allergy? Brompheniramine and phenylephrine is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes. Brompheniramine and phenylephrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, and tranylcypromine. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if y...

Loestrin Fe 1/20: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone (birth control) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Loestrin Fe 1/20? Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). This medication also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus. Ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. This medicine is also used to treat moderate acne in women who are at least 15 years old and have started having menstrual periods, and who wish to use birth control pills. There are many available brands of ethinyl estradiol and norethindrone. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Ethinyl...

Lotrimin: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Clotrimazole topical Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Lotrimin? Clotrimazole topical is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus. Clotrimazole topical (for the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infections. Clotrimazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use clotrimazole topical if you are allergic to it. Clotrimazole topical is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether clotrimazole topical passes into breast milk or if it coul...

Lubriderm Daily Moisturizer: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Topical emollients Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Lubriderm Daily Moisturizer? Emollients are substances that moisten and soften your skin. Topical (for the skin) emollients are used to treat or prevent dry skin. Topical emollients are sometimes contained in products that also treat acne, chapped lips, diaper rash, cold sores, or other minor skin irritation. There are many brands and forms of topical emollients available and not all are listed on this leaflet. Topical emollients may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use a topical emollient if you are allergic to it. Topical emollients will not treat or prevent a skin inf...

Lysiplex Plus: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Multivitamins and minerals Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Lysiplex Plus? This medicine is a combination of many different vitamins and minerals that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Multivitamins and minerals are used to provide substances that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins and minerals are also used to treat vitamin or mineral deficiencies caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, certain medications, and many other conditions. Multivitamins and minerals may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Multivitamins and minerals can cause serious or life-threatening side effects i...

Magnesium Chloride With Calcium: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Magnesium Chloride With Calcium? Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals. Calcium is needed for bone formation and maintenance. Magnesium helps maintain muscle function and normal heart rhythm. Calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride is a combination medicine used as a supplement. This medicine is given when your diet does not provide enough of these minerals, or when they are lost through perspiration. Calcium carbonate and magnesium chloride may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic rea...

Mannitol Inhalation: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Mannitol Inhalation? Bronchitol is used together with other medicines to improve breathing in adults with cystic fibrosis. Bronchitol is given only after you have passed a tolerance test to make sure you can safely use this medicine. Aridol is used as a part of medical testing for asthma in children at least 6 years old. Mannitol inhalation may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you've ever had an allergic reaction or bronchospasm (wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing) after using mannitol. You also should not use this medicine if you are allergic to anything used to make the...

Maternity: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Prenatal multivitamins Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Maternity? There are many brands and forms of prenatal multivitamins available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Prenatal multivitamins are a combination of many different vitamins that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Minerals may also be contained in prenatal multivitamins. Prenatal multivitamins are used to provide the additional vitamins and minerals needed during pregnancy. Prenatal multivitamins may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use prenatal multivitamins if you are allergic to it. Keep this product out of the reach of childre...

Maxivision Eye Formula: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Multivitamins and minerals Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Maxivision Eye Formula? This medicine is a combination of many different vitamins and minerals that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Multivitamins and minerals are used to provide substances that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins and minerals are also used to treat vitamin or mineral deficiencies caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, certain medications, and many other conditions. Multivitamins and minerals may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Multivitamins and minerals can cause serious or life-threatening side ...

Medebar Super 250: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Medebar Super 250? Barium sulfate is a contrast agent. Barium sulfate works by coating the inside of your esophagus, stomach, or intestines which allows them to be seen more clearly on a CT scan or other radiologic (x-ray) examination. Barium sulfate is used to help diagnose certain disorders of the esophagus, stomach, or intestines. Barium sulfate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to barium sulfate or another contrast agent. You may not be able to use barium sulfate if: you recently had surgery, an injury, or a biopsy involving your stomach, esophagus, or intestines; ...