Medication Information
Ketorolac
Ketorolac (By Injection)
This medication is used to relieve pain and belongs to the class of drugs known as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
Not everyone should use this medication. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic response to ketorolac, aspirin, or other NSAIDs. It’s also not suitable if you have a stomach ulcer, a condition that causes bleeding, or if you are currently pregnant or nursing.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your specific dosage and how frequently you should receive it. It’s administered either as an injection into a muscle or via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
This drug is not intended for extended use and must not be used for more than 5 days.
Missed Dose: Contact your doctor or pharmacist for guidance if you miss a dose.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Do not use this medication if you are taking probenecid or pentoxifylline.
Avoid using other NSAIDs unless your doctor approves. Examples of other NSAIDs include aspirin, diclofenac, ibuprofen, and naproxen.
Certain medications may interfere with ketorolac’s effects. Inform your doctor if you’re taking lithium, methotrexate, thiothixene, or alprazolam.
Also notify your doctor if you’re using a blood thinner (like warfarin), a steroid, a diuretic (such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide [HCTZ], or torsemide), blood pressure medication (like enalapril, lisinopril, or losartan), an antidepressant (such as fluoxetine), or a seizure medication (like carbamazepine or phenytoin).
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Disclose to your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver issues, anemia, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, prior stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, asthma, congestive heart failure, or other heart or circulatory conditions.
This medication may lead to:
Bleeding in the stomach or intestines
Increased risk of heart attack or stroke
Severe skin reactions
Liver complications
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Stools that are bloody, black, or tar-like
Changes in urination frequency or volume
Chest pain that may radiate, breathing problems, nausea, excessive sweating, or fainting
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Numbness or weakness on one side of the body, sudden or intense headache, or difficulties with vision, speech, or walking
Pain in your calf
Rapid weight gain or swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or feelings of weakness
Vomiting blood or material resembling coffee grounds
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or stomach upset
Sleepiness, dizziness, or feeling lightheaded
Headache
Discomfort at the injection site
If you experience any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Ketorolac (oral/injection). Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ketorolac-oral-injection.html.
This medication is used to relieve pain and belongs to the class of drugs known as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
Not everyone should use this medication. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic response to ketorolac, aspirin, or other NSAIDs. It’s also not suitable if you have a stomach ulcer, a condition that causes bleeding, or if you are currently pregnant or nursing.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your specific dosage and how frequently you should receive it. It’s administered either as an injection into a muscle or via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
This drug is not intended for extended use and must not be used for more than 5 days.
Missed Dose: Contact your doctor or pharmacist for guidance if you miss a dose.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Do not use this medication if you are taking probenecid or pentoxifylline.
Avoid using other NSAIDs unless your doctor approves. Examples of other NSAIDs include aspirin, diclofenac, ibuprofen, and naproxen.
Certain medications may interfere with ketorolac’s effects. Inform your doctor if you’re taking lithium, methotrexate, thiothixene, or alprazolam.
Also notify your doctor if you’re using a blood thinner (like warfarin), a steroid, a diuretic (such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide [HCTZ], or torsemide), blood pressure medication (like enalapril, lisinopril, or losartan), an antidepressant (such as fluoxetine), or a seizure medication (like carbamazepine or phenytoin).
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Disclose to your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver issues, anemia, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, prior stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, asthma, congestive heart failure, or other heart or circulatory conditions.
This medication may lead to:
Bleeding in the stomach or intestines
Increased risk of heart attack or stroke
Severe skin reactions
Liver complications
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Stools that are bloody, black, or tar-like
Changes in urination frequency or volume
Chest pain that may radiate, breathing problems, nausea, excessive sweating, or fainting
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Numbness or weakness on one side of the body, sudden or intense headache, or difficulties with vision, speech, or walking
Pain in your calf
Rapid weight gain or swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or feelings of weakness
Vomiting blood or material resembling coffee grounds
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or stomach upset
Sleepiness, dizziness, or feeling lightheaded
Headache
Discomfort at the injection site
If you experience any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Ketorolac (oral/injection). Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/ketorolac-oral-injection.html.
Famotidine
Famotidine (By Injection)
This medication addresses stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and disorders where the stomach generates excessive acid. It also manages or prevents heartburn resulting from acid indigestion. This drug is administered to individuals unable to take famotidine orally.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
Avoid this drug if you’ve previously experienced an allergic reaction to famotidine or related medications like ranitidine (Zantac®), cimetidine (Tagamet®), or nizatidine (Axid®).
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is delivered via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
The intravenous version of famotidine is not intended for prolonged use. Your doctor may transition you to an oral form of famotidine (Pepcid®) as soon as you’re able to take it by mouth.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist prior to using any additional medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Ensure your doctor is aware if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor immediately if you observe any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat
Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or vomiting
Fever
Headache or dizziness
Pain in joints or muscles
Discomfort or swelling at the site of injection
If you encounter other side effects you believe are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Famotidine. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/famotidine.html.
This medication addresses stomach ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and disorders where the stomach generates excessive acid. It also manages or prevents heartburn resulting from acid indigestion. This drug is administered to individuals unable to take famotidine orally.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
Avoid this drug if you’ve previously experienced an allergic reaction to famotidine or related medications like ranitidine (Zantac®), cimetidine (Tagamet®), or nizatidine (Axid®).
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is delivered via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
The intravenous version of famotidine is not intended for prolonged use. Your doctor may transition you to an oral form of famotidine (Pepcid®) as soon as you’re able to take it by mouth.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist prior to using any additional medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Ensure your doctor is aware if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor immediately if you observe any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Rapid, slow, or irregular heartbeat
Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Diarrhea, constipation, nausea, or vomiting
Fever
Headache or dizziness
Pain in joints or muscles
Discomfort or swelling at the site of injection
If you encounter other side effects you believe are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Famotidine. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/famotidine.html.
Ondansetron
Ondansetron (By Injection)
This medication works to stop nausea and vomiting.
Not everyone should receive this medication. Avoid it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to ondansetron in the past.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will specify your precise dosage and administration frequency. This drug is delivered either as an injection into a muscle or via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
When used to prevent nausea and vomiting from cancer treatments (chemotherapy), it’s typically administered 30 minutes prior to the start of chemotherapy over a period of at least 15 minutes. Further doses might be given 4 hours and 8 hours following the initial dose.
When used to prevent nausea and vomiting related to surgery, it’s generally given just before anesthesia (medication to induce sleep for surgery) or immediately after surgery if nausea and vomiting occur.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Do not combine this medication with apomorphine.
Certain drugs may alter how ondansetron functions. Inform your doctor if you’re using any of the following:
Carbamazepine, fentanyl, methylene blue injection, phenytoin, rifampin, tramadol
MAO inhibitors
Medications for depression (such as lithium, mirtazapine, SNRIs, SSRIs)
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, heart rhythm issues (such as prolonged QT interval or torsade de pointes), an electrolyte imbalance, or stomach or intestinal conditions (including recent abdominal surgery).
This medication may result in the following issues:
Heart rhythm disturbances, including QT prolongation
Serotonin syndrome (when combined with specific other drugs)
Heart conditions, such as myocardial ischemia (reduced blood flow to the heart)
Stomach or intestinal complications
Contact your doctor if severe nausea and vomiting persist after you’ve left the hospital or cancer treatment facility.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Anxiety, restlessness, fever, muscle spasms, twitching, or hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t present)
Chest pain, breathing problems, discomfort or pain in the arms, jaw, back, or neck, accompanied by sweating
Constipation, diarrhea, or abdominal pain or swelling
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, reduced appetite, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Sleepiness or fatigue
Headache
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, stinging, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
If you notice any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Ondansetron. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/ondansetron.html.
This medication works to stop nausea and vomiting.
Not everyone should receive this medication. Avoid it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to ondansetron in the past.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will specify your precise dosage and administration frequency. This drug is delivered either as an injection into a muscle or via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
When used to prevent nausea and vomiting from cancer treatments (chemotherapy), it’s typically administered 30 minutes prior to the start of chemotherapy over a period of at least 15 minutes. Further doses might be given 4 hours and 8 hours following the initial dose.
When used to prevent nausea and vomiting related to surgery, it’s generally given just before anesthesia (medication to induce sleep for surgery) or immediately after surgery if nausea and vomiting occur.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Do not combine this medication with apomorphine.
Certain drugs may alter how ondansetron functions. Inform your doctor if you’re using any of the following:
Carbamazepine, fentanyl, methylene blue injection, phenytoin, rifampin, tramadol
MAO inhibitors
Medications for depression (such as lithium, mirtazapine, SNRIs, SSRIs)
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, heart rhythm issues (such as prolonged QT interval or torsade de pointes), an electrolyte imbalance, or stomach or intestinal conditions (including recent abdominal surgery).
This medication may result in the following issues:
Heart rhythm disturbances, including QT prolongation
Serotonin syndrome (when combined with specific other drugs)
Heart conditions, such as myocardial ischemia (reduced blood flow to the heart)
Stomach or intestinal complications
Contact your doctor if severe nausea and vomiting persist after you’ve left the hospital or cancer treatment facility.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Anxiety, restlessness, fever, muscle spasms, twitching, or hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t present)
Chest pain, breathing problems, discomfort or pain in the arms, jaw, back, or neck, accompanied by sweating
Constipation, diarrhea, or abdominal pain or swelling
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, reduced appetite, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Sleepiness or fatigue
Headache
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, stinging, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
If you notice any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Ondansetron. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/ondansetron.html.
Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen (By Injection)
This medication alleviates pain and lowers fever.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen or if you suffer from severe liver disease.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is administered via a needle inserted into a vein, with the injection delivered gradually over 15 minutes.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will give you this medication.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Certain medications and foods may influence how acetaminophen functions. Notify your doctor if you’re using a blood thinner, such as warfarin.
Refrain from consuming alcohol while using this medication.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease or liver disease. Also let your doctor know if you have a history of alcohol addiction.
This medication may lead to the following issues:
Liver damage
Severe skin reactions
Thoroughly examine the labels of all other medications you’re taking, as they might contain acetaminophen too. It’s unsafe to exceed 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) of acetaminophen within a 24-hour period.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
If you observe any other side effects you believe are related to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Ofirmev. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/ofirmev.html.
This medication alleviates pain and lowers fever.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to acetaminophen or if you suffer from severe liver disease.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is administered via a needle inserted into a vein, with the injection delivered gradually over 15 minutes.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will give you this medication.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including non-prescription drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Certain medications and foods may influence how acetaminophen functions. Notify your doctor if you’re using a blood thinner, such as warfarin.
Refrain from consuming alcohol while using this medication.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease or liver disease. Also let your doctor know if you have a history of alcohol addiction.
This medication may lead to the following issues:
Liver damage
Severe skin reactions
Thoroughly examine the labels of all other medications you’re taking, as they might contain acetaminophen too. It’s unsafe to exceed 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) of acetaminophen within a 24-hour period.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
If you observe any other side effects you believe are related to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Ofirmev. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/ofirmev.html.
Oseltamivir
Oseltamivir (By Mouth)
This medication treats influenza and aids in its prevention.
Brand Name(s): Tamiflu
Other brand names may exist for this drug.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t appropriate for everyone. Refrain from using it if you’ve experienced an allergic reaction to oseltamivir.
How to Use This Medicine:
Capsule, Liquid
Your physician will specify how much of this medication to take. Avoid exceeding the recommended amount and use it only for influenza, not other conditions.
Begin using this drug as soon as possible after flu symptoms appear or after flu exposure (within 48 hours).
Shake the oral liquid well before each dose. Use the provided oral dispenser to measure the liquid. If you lack one, request an oral measuring spoon or syringe from your pharmacist.
You may open the capsule and blend its contents with a sweet liquid (like chocolate syrup, corn syrup, or water with dissolved sugar). Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about this process.
Review and adhere to the patient instructions included with this medication. Discuss any uncertainties with your doctor or pharmacist.
Missed Dose: If you miss a dose and your next dose is less than 2 hours away, skip the missed dose and take the next one at its regular time. Do not double up to compensate. If the next dose is more than 2 hours away, take the missed dose immediately, then resume your normal schedule with the following dose.
Capsules: Keep them at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
Oral Liquid: Refrigerate and use within 17 days, avoiding freezing. Alternatively, store at room temperature and use within 10 days. Discard any unused liquid after these periods.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Avoid using this medication if you’ve had the live influenza vaccine (nasal mist) within the past 14 days or plan to receive it within 48 hours, unless your doctor approves.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, lung disease, or a compromised immune system.
This medication may lead to:
Severe skin reactions
Unusual thoughts or behaviors
Contact your doctor if your symptoms persist or worsen.
The liquid version contains sorbitol; notify your doctor if you have hereditary fructose intolerance.
This drug does not replace an annual flu vaccination and won’t protect against bacterial infections.
Store all medication out of children’s reach and never share it with others.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Confusion, agitation, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there), mood or behavior changes, or seizures
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, or body aches
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or stomach upset
If you notice any other side effects you suspect are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Tamiflu. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/tamiflu.html.
This medication treats influenza and aids in its prevention.
Brand Name(s): Tamiflu
Other brand names may exist for this drug.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t appropriate for everyone. Refrain from using it if you’ve experienced an allergic reaction to oseltamivir.
How to Use This Medicine:
Capsule, Liquid
Your physician will specify how much of this medication to take. Avoid exceeding the recommended amount and use it only for influenza, not other conditions.
Begin using this drug as soon as possible after flu symptoms appear or after flu exposure (within 48 hours).
Shake the oral liquid well before each dose. Use the provided oral dispenser to measure the liquid. If you lack one, request an oral measuring spoon or syringe from your pharmacist.
You may open the capsule and blend its contents with a sweet liquid (like chocolate syrup, corn syrup, or water with dissolved sugar). Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about this process.
Review and adhere to the patient instructions included with this medication. Discuss any uncertainties with your doctor or pharmacist.
Missed Dose: If you miss a dose and your next dose is less than 2 hours away, skip the missed dose and take the next one at its regular time. Do not double up to compensate. If the next dose is more than 2 hours away, take the missed dose immediately, then resume your normal schedule with the following dose.
Capsules: Keep them at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
Oral Liquid: Refrigerate and use within 17 days, avoiding freezing. Alternatively, store at room temperature and use within 10 days. Discard any unused liquid after these periods.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Avoid using this medication if you’ve had the live influenza vaccine (nasal mist) within the past 14 days or plan to receive it within 48 hours, unless your doctor approves.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, lung disease, or a compromised immune system.
This medication may lead to:
Severe skin reactions
Unusual thoughts or behaviors
Contact your doctor if your symptoms persist or worsen.
The liquid version contains sorbitol; notify your doctor if you have hereditary fructose intolerance.
This drug does not replace an annual flu vaccination and won’t protect against bacterial infections.
Store all medication out of children’s reach and never share it with others.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Confusion, agitation, hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there), mood or behavior changes, or seizures
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, or body aches
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, or stomach upset
If you notice any other side effects you suspect are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Tamiflu. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/tamiflu.html.
Azithromycin
Azithromycin (By Mouth)
This medication combats infections and is classified as a macrolide antibiotic.
Brand Name(s): Zithromax, Zithromax Tri-Pak, Zithromax Z-Pak
Additional brand names may exist for this drug.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid using it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to azithromycin, erythromycin, or similar drugs, or if you have a past record of liver issues caused by azithromycin.
How to Use This Medicine:
Capsule, Liquid, Packet, Powder, Tablet
Your physician will instruct you on the appropriate dosage. Do not exceed the prescribed amount.
Complete the full course of this medication to eliminate your infection, even if you feel improved after initial doses.
Multiple Dose (Zithromax® oral liquid or tablets):
You can take this form with or without food.
Shake the bottle thoroughly before measuring. Use a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup to measure the oral liquid.
Single Dose (Zmax® extended-release oral liquid or powder):
Liquid:
Take this on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before eating or 2 hours after a meal.
Contact your doctor immediately if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it.
Use the liquid within 12 hours of receiving it from the pharmacist.
Shake the bottle well before measuring, and use a marked measuring spoon, cup, or syringe for your dose.
Powder:
Open one packet, pour all contents into a glass with approximately 2 ounces (¼ cup) of water, stir well, and drink immediately. Add another 2 ounces of water to the same glass and drink again to consume any remaining medicine.
Review and follow the patient instructions provided with this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist with any questions.
Missed Dose: For multiple-dose regimens, take a missed dose as soon as you recall. If your next dose is due in less than a short time, wait and take it at the regular time. Do not double up to compensate.
Storage:
Keep the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Extended-release oral liquid: Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Oral liquid for single dose: Store at room temperature; avoid refrigeration or freezing.
Oral liquid for multiple doses: Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator, and use within 10 days of filling the prescription.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Some drugs may interfere with azithromycin’s effectiveness. Inform your doctor if you are using:
Colchicine, cyclosporine, digoxin, nelfinavir, phenytoin
A blood thinner (such as warfarin)
Ergot medications
Drugs for heart rhythm issues (like amiodarone, dofetilide, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol)
Zithromax® for multiple doses: Avoid taking an antacid with magnesium or aluminum simultaneously, as it will reduce the drug’s effectiveness. This does not apply to Zmax® for single doses.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, heart rhythm disorders, heart failure, or myasthenia gravis. Also inform your doctor if any family member has a history of heart rhythm problems.
This medication may result in:
Severe skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)
Liver complications
Infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis
Heart rhythm issues, including QT prolongation
Elevated risk of serious heart or blood vessel conditions
This drug may cause diarrhea. Contact your doctor if it becomes severe, persistent, or bloody. Avoid anti-diarrhea medication until discussing with your doctor. Diarrhea might occur 2 months or more after discontinuing this drug.
Call your doctor if your symptoms fail to improve or worsen.
Your doctor will conduct regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Keep all medication inaccessible to children and never share it with others.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Fainting, dizziness, lightheadedness, rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat, blurred vision, chest pain, breathing difficulties, or tiredness/weakness
Irritability or vomiting after feeding (in infants)
Severe diarrhea (possibly bloody), stomach cramps, fever
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain
If you notice any other side effects you believe are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Azithromycin. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/azithromycin.html.
This medication combats infections and is classified as a macrolide antibiotic.
Brand Name(s): Zithromax, Zithromax Tri-Pak, Zithromax Z-Pak
Additional brand names may exist for this drug.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid using it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to azithromycin, erythromycin, or similar drugs, or if you have a past record of liver issues caused by azithromycin.
How to Use This Medicine:
Capsule, Liquid, Packet, Powder, Tablet
Your physician will instruct you on the appropriate dosage. Do not exceed the prescribed amount.
Complete the full course of this medication to eliminate your infection, even if you feel improved after initial doses.
Multiple Dose (Zithromax® oral liquid or tablets):
You can take this form with or without food.
Shake the bottle thoroughly before measuring. Use a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup to measure the oral liquid.
Single Dose (Zmax® extended-release oral liquid or powder):
Liquid:
Take this on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before eating or 2 hours after a meal.
Contact your doctor immediately if you vomit within 1 hour of taking it.
Use the liquid within 12 hours of receiving it from the pharmacist.
Shake the bottle well before measuring, and use a marked measuring spoon, cup, or syringe for your dose.
Powder:
Open one packet, pour all contents into a glass with approximately 2 ounces (¼ cup) of water, stir well, and drink immediately. Add another 2 ounces of water to the same glass and drink again to consume any remaining medicine.
Review and follow the patient instructions provided with this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist with any questions.
Missed Dose: For multiple-dose regimens, take a missed dose as soon as you recall. If your next dose is due in less than a short time, wait and take it at the regular time. Do not double up to compensate.
Storage:
Keep the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Extended-release oral liquid: Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Oral liquid for single dose: Store at room temperature; avoid refrigeration or freezing.
Oral liquid for multiple doses: Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator, and use within 10 days of filling the prescription.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Some drugs may interfere with azithromycin’s effectiveness. Inform your doctor if you are using:
Colchicine, cyclosporine, digoxin, nelfinavir, phenytoin
A blood thinner (such as warfarin)
Ergot medications
Drugs for heart rhythm issues (like amiodarone, dofetilide, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol)
Zithromax® for multiple doses: Avoid taking an antacid with magnesium or aluminum simultaneously, as it will reduce the drug’s effectiveness. This does not apply to Zmax® for single doses.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, heart rhythm disorders, heart failure, or myasthenia gravis. Also inform your doctor if any family member has a history of heart rhythm problems.
This medication may result in:
Severe skin reactions, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)
Liver complications
Infantile hypertrophic pyloric stenosis
Heart rhythm issues, including QT prolongation
Elevated risk of serious heart or blood vessel conditions
This drug may cause diarrhea. Contact your doctor if it becomes severe, persistent, or bloody. Avoid anti-diarrhea medication until discussing with your doctor. Diarrhea might occur 2 months or more after discontinuing this drug.
Call your doctor if your symptoms fail to improve or worsen.
Your doctor will conduct regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Keep all medication inaccessible to children and never share it with others.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Blistering, peeling, or red rash on the skin
Dark urine, pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes
Fainting, dizziness, lightheadedness, rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat, blurred vision, chest pain, breathing difficulties, or tiredness/weakness
Irritability or vomiting after feeding (in infants)
Severe diarrhea (possibly bloody), stomach cramps, fever
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Mild diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain
If you notice any other side effects you believe are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Azithromycin. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/azithromycin.html.
Sodium Chloride Injectable Solution (0.9%)
Sodium Chloride (By Injection)
This medication restores water and salt levels in your body and is also utilized to dilute drugs administered through your veins.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t appropriate for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to sodium chloride, or if you have elevated sodium levels in your blood, or experience swelling or fluid buildup.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is delivered via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Certain medications may alter how sodium chloride functions. Notify your doctor if you’re using a steroid medication (such as cortisone, dexamethasone, prednisolone, or prednisone).
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or heart or blood vessel conditions. Also let your doctor know if you are scheduled for surgery.
This medication may lead to fluid retention, which could include pulmonary edema.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or coughing up blood
Challenging, rapid, or loud breathing
Fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting
Quick weight gain or swelling in the legs and ankles
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Confusion, weakness, or numbness/tingling in your hands, feet, or lips
Redness, pain, itching, or swelling at the injection site
If you observe any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Sodium Chloride Flush. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/sodium-chloride-flush.html.
This medication restores water and salt levels in your body and is also utilized to dilute drugs administered through your veins.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t appropriate for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to sodium chloride, or if you have elevated sodium levels in your blood, or experience swelling or fluid buildup.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is delivered via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Certain medications may alter how sodium chloride functions. Notify your doctor if you’re using a steroid medication (such as cortisone, dexamethasone, prednisolone, or prednisone).
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, or heart or blood vessel conditions. Also let your doctor know if you are scheduled for surgery.
This medication may lead to fluid retention, which could include pulmonary edema.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or breathing difficulties
Chest pain, irregular heartbeat, or coughing up blood
Challenging, rapid, or loud breathing
Fever, headache, nausea, or vomiting
Quick weight gain or swelling in the legs and ankles
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Confusion, weakness, or numbness/tingling in your hands, feet, or lips
Redness, pain, itching, or swelling at the injection site
If you observe any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Sodium Chloride Flush. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/sodium-chloride-flush.html.
Lactated Ringer’s (Injection)
Lactated Ringer’s (By Injection)
This medication supplies essential electrolytes and water to the body during times of reduced blood volume or pressure. It also elevates the body’s pH level.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to sodium lactate.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will specify your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is administered through a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will give you this medication.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Infants 28 days old or younger (neonates) should not receive this medication along with ceftriaxone. For patients over 28 days old, avoid receiving this medication with ceftriaxone in the same IV line.
Certain drugs may influence how Lactated Ringer’s functions. Notify your doctor if you’re using any of the following:
Corticotropin, cyclosporine, digoxin, lithium, tacrolimus, vitamin D
Diuretics (water pills)
Medications for high blood pressure (including ACE inhibitors, ARBs)
Drugs for seizures
Treatments for mental or behavioral conditions
Steroid medications
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease (including kidney stones), liver disease, heart disease (including heart failure), diabetes, lung or breathing issues, excessive water intake without thirst, hormonal disorders (such as SIADH), brain or nerve conditions (including brain swelling), electrolyte imbalances, or dehydration. Also tell your doctor if you have burns, tissue injuries, or recent surgery.
This medication may lead to the following issues:
Electrolyte imbalances, potentially causing encephalopathy, overhydration, altered blood pH, kidney stones, or swelling
Elevated blood sugar levels
Your doctor will perform regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Changes in urination frequency or volume, swelling in the fingers, hands, feet, or lower legs, or unexpected weight gain
Dry mouth, heightened hunger, thirst, or urination, breathing difficulties, weight loss, or abdominal pain
Severe weakness, fatigue, or confusion, accompanied by nausea or vomiting
Lightheadedness or fainting
Loss of consciousness, seizures, or a rapid or irregular heartbeat
Muscle twitching
Numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
Citation: Lactated Ringer’s Injection. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/pro/lactated-ringers-injection.html.
This medication supplies essential electrolytes and water to the body during times of reduced blood volume or pressure. It also elevates the body’s pH level.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to sodium lactate.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will specify your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is administered through a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will give you this medication.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Infants 28 days old or younger (neonates) should not receive this medication along with ceftriaxone. For patients over 28 days old, avoid receiving this medication with ceftriaxone in the same IV line.
Certain drugs may influence how Lactated Ringer’s functions. Notify your doctor if you’re using any of the following:
Corticotropin, cyclosporine, digoxin, lithium, tacrolimus, vitamin D
Diuretics (water pills)
Medications for high blood pressure (including ACE inhibitors, ARBs)
Drugs for seizures
Treatments for mental or behavioral conditions
Steroid medications
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease (including kidney stones), liver disease, heart disease (including heart failure), diabetes, lung or breathing issues, excessive water intake without thirst, hormonal disorders (such as SIADH), brain or nerve conditions (including brain swelling), electrolyte imbalances, or dehydration. Also tell your doctor if you have burns, tissue injuries, or recent surgery.
This medication may lead to the following issues:
Electrolyte imbalances, potentially causing encephalopathy, overhydration, altered blood pH, kidney stones, or swelling
Elevated blood sugar levels
Your doctor will perform regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Changes in urination frequency or volume, swelling in the fingers, hands, feet, or lower legs, or unexpected weight gain
Dry mouth, heightened hunger, thirst, or urination, breathing difficulties, weight loss, or abdominal pain
Severe weakness, fatigue, or confusion, accompanied by nausea or vomiting
Lightheadedness or fainting
Loss of consciousness, seizures, or a rapid or irregular heartbeat
Muscle twitching
Numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
Citation: Lactated Ringer’s Injection. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/pro/lactated-ringers-injection.html.
Isolyte® S pH 7.4 (Multi-electrolyte Injection)
Parenteral Electrolyte/Mineral Combination (By Injection)
This medication delivers essential minerals to your body when you’re severely dehydrated or unable to consume food orally.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
Parenteral electrolytes and minerals supply vital nutrients your body requires. Unless your physician advises otherwise, there’s no reason to avoid receiving this medication.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your doctor will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is administered via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will give you this medication.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using any additional medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Do not use other mineral supplements or electrolytes (such as GoLYTELY®, Pedialyte®, Gatorade®) unless your doctor approves.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as your nutritional requirements may be elevated.
Tell your doctor if you’ve ever had high potassium or calcium levels in your blood (known as hyperkalemia or hypercalcemia).
Notify your doctor if you have diabetes, blood clotting issues, or problems with your pancreas, liver, or kidneys. Also mention if you have heart disease or are following a salt-restricted diet.
Do not abruptly discontinue this medication. Your doctor will gradually reduce your dose before stopping it entirely.
Your doctor will conduct regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Confusion and weakness accompanied by muscle twitching
Confusion and weakness with an irregular heartbeat and shortness of breath
Numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips
Pale, hot, dry skin with a fruit-like breath smell, fainting, and shortness of breath
Rapid weight gain
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Blurred vision, drowsiness, dry mouth, or increased thirst
Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea, or vomiting
Increased frequency or volume of urination
Pain, redness, swelling, or a cold sensation at the injection site
If you experience other side effects you believe are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Isolyte S. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/pro/isolyte-s.html.
This medication delivers essential minerals to your body when you’re severely dehydrated or unable to consume food orally.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
Parenteral electrolytes and minerals supply vital nutrients your body requires. Unless your physician advises otherwise, there’s no reason to avoid receiving this medication.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your doctor will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is administered via a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will give you this medication.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before using any additional medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Do not use other mineral supplements or electrolytes (such as GoLYTELY®, Pedialyte®, Gatorade®) unless your doctor approves.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as your nutritional requirements may be elevated.
Tell your doctor if you’ve ever had high potassium or calcium levels in your blood (known as hyperkalemia or hypercalcemia).
Notify your doctor if you have diabetes, blood clotting issues, or problems with your pancreas, liver, or kidneys. Also mention if you have heart disease or are following a salt-restricted diet.
Do not abruptly discontinue this medication. Your doctor will gradually reduce your dose before stopping it entirely.
Your doctor will conduct regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Confusion and weakness accompanied by muscle twitching
Confusion and weakness with an irregular heartbeat and shortness of breath
Numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or lips
Pale, hot, dry skin with a fruit-like breath smell, fainting, and shortness of breath
Rapid weight gain
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Blurred vision, drowsiness, dry mouth, or increased thirst
Dry mouth, increased thirst, muscle cramps, nausea, or vomiting
Increased frequency or volume of urination
Pain, redness, swelling, or a cold sensation at the injection site
If you experience other side effects you believe are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Isolyte S. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/pro/isolyte-s.html.
ASCOR®– Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) Injection
Ascorbic Acid (By Injection)
This medication addresses scurvy (a condition due to insufficient vitamin C in your body) and aids in healing wounds resulting from fractures or burns.
Brand Name(s): Ascor
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to ascorbic acid.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is delivered through a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Certain medications may alter how ascorbic acid functions. Inform your doctor if you are using any of the following:
Amphetamine, fluphenazine
Blood thinners (such as warfarin)
Medications for infections (including bleomycin, doxycycline, erythromycin, kanamycin, lincomycin, streptomycin)
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, G6PD deficiency, or a history of kidney stones.
This medication may lead to the following issues:
Kidney complications, including the formation of kidney stones
Hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells) in individuals with G6PD deficiency
Inform any doctor or dentist treating you that you’re using this medication, as it may impact the results of certain medical tests.
Your doctor will perform regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Changes in urination frequency or amount, or pain in the lower back or side
Dark urine, abdominal pain, fever, or yellowing of the eyes or skin
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
If you experience any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Ascor Injection. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/pro/ascor-injection.html.
This medication addresses scurvy (a condition due to insufficient vitamin C in your body) and aids in healing wounds resulting from fractures or burns.
Brand Name(s): Ascor
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t suitable for everyone. Avoid receiving it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to ascorbic acid.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will determine your dosage and administration schedule. This drug is delivered through a needle inserted into a vein.
A healthcare professional, such as a nurse, will administer this medication to you.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any additional medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Certain medications may alter how ascorbic acid functions. Inform your doctor if you are using any of the following:
Amphetamine, fluphenazine
Blood thinners (such as warfarin)
Medications for infections (including bleomycin, doxycycline, erythromycin, kanamycin, lincomycin, streptomycin)
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease, G6PD deficiency, or a history of kidney stones.
This medication may lead to the following issues:
Kidney complications, including the formation of kidney stones
Hemolysis (destruction of red blood cells) in individuals with G6PD deficiency
Inform any doctor or dentist treating you that you’re using this medication, as it may impact the results of certain medical tests.
Your doctor will perform regular lab tests to monitor this medication’s effects. Attend all scheduled appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
Changes in urination frequency or amount, or pain in the lower back or side
Dark urine, abdominal pain, fever, or yellowing of the eyes or skin
Discuss these less severe side effects with your doctor if they occur:
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump beneath the skin at the injection site
If you experience any other side effects you suspect are related to this medication, inform your doctor.
Citation: Ascor Injection. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/pro/ascor-injection.html.
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B-12) Injection
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B-12) (By Injection)
This medication addresses a deficiency in vitamin B-12.]
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t appropriate for everyone. Avoid using it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to vitamin B-12.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will specify your precise dosage and administration frequency. This drug is administered as an injection into a muscle.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Refrain from using folic acid supplements unless your doctor approves.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease.
Store all medication out of children’s reach and never share it with others.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
If you notice any other side effects you suspect are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Vitamin B12. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/vitamin-b12.html.
This medication addresses a deficiency in vitamin B-12.]
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medication isn’t appropriate for everyone. Avoid using it if you’ve had an allergic reaction to vitamin B-12.
How to Use This Medicine: Injectable
Your physician will specify your precise dosage and administration frequency. This drug is administered as an injection into a muscle.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal supplements.
Refrain from using folic acid supplements unless your doctor approves.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have kidney disease.
Store all medication out of children’s reach and never share it with others.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, chest tightness, or difficulty breathing
If you notice any other side effects you suspect are linked to this medication, notify your doctor.
Citation: Vitamin B12. Drugs.com. [updated March 1, 2025; accessed March 23, 2025]. Available at: https://www.drugs.com/vitamin-b12.html.
Loperamide
Loperamide (Oral)
Loperamide manages diarrhea
When to Avoid This Medicine:
Not suitable for everyone. Avoid if allergic to loperamide or if you have stomach/bowel issues (e.g., dysentery, bacterial enterocolitis, pseudomembranous colitis, stomach pain without diarrhea, ulcerative colitis).
Usage Instructions:
Available as liquid-filled capsules, tablets, capsules, or liquid. Follow prescribed directions; dosage may require adjustments. Swallow capsules whole—do not crush, break, or chew. Stay hydrated by drinking ample water.
Missed Dose: Take as soon as remembered unless close to the next dose. Then, take the regular dose only—do not double up.
Storage: Keep in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before combining with other medicines, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal products. Some drugs may interfere with loperamide. Inform your doctor if using:
Gemfibrozil, itraconazole, levomethadyl acetate, methadone, pentamidine, ritonavir, saquinavir
Antibiotics (e.g., moxifloxacin)
Medications for heart rhythm issues (e.g., amiodarone, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol)
Medications for mental illness (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol, thioridazine, ziprasidone)
Warnings During Use:
Inform your doctor if pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, or a history of heart rhythm issues. Avoid breastfeeding while on this medicine. Potential risks include:
Heart rhythm issues (e.g., QT prolongation, torsades de pointes, ventricular arrhythmias)
Increased risk of stomach/bowel complications (e.g., ileus, megacolon, toxic megacolon)
This medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or fatigue—avoid driving or hazardous activities until effects are clear. Contact your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen. Attend regular checkups to monitor progress and effects. Keep out of children’s reach; never share.
Possible Side Effects:
Serious (Contact Doctor Immediately):
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of face/hands, swelling/tingling in mouth/throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloating, bloody stools, constipation, fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
Chest pain, breathing difficulties, fainting, irregular heartbeat (fast, slow, or uneven)
Less Serious (Discuss with Doctor):
Dizziness
Report any other suspected side effects to your doctor.
Citation: Loperamide. Drugs.com. Updated [insert date if available]. Accessed March 23, 2025. https://www.drugs.com/loperamide.html.
Loperamide manages diarrhea
When to Avoid This Medicine:
Not suitable for everyone. Avoid if allergic to loperamide or if you have stomach/bowel issues (e.g., dysentery, bacterial enterocolitis, pseudomembranous colitis, stomach pain without diarrhea, ulcerative colitis).
Usage Instructions:
Available as liquid-filled capsules, tablets, capsules, or liquid. Follow prescribed directions; dosage may require adjustments. Swallow capsules whole—do not crush, break, or chew. Stay hydrated by drinking ample water.
Missed Dose: Take as soon as remembered unless close to the next dose. Then, take the regular dose only—do not double up.
Storage: Keep in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before combining with other medicines, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal products. Some drugs may interfere with loperamide. Inform your doctor if using:
Gemfibrozil, itraconazole, levomethadyl acetate, methadone, pentamidine, ritonavir, saquinavir
Antibiotics (e.g., moxifloxacin)
Medications for heart rhythm issues (e.g., amiodarone, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol)
Medications for mental illness (e.g., chlorpromazine, haloperidol, thioridazine, ziprasidone)
Warnings During Use:
Inform your doctor if pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, HIV/AIDS, or a history of heart rhythm issues. Avoid breastfeeding while on this medicine. Potential risks include:
Heart rhythm issues (e.g., QT prolongation, torsades de pointes, ventricular arrhythmias)
Increased risk of stomach/bowel complications (e.g., ileus, megacolon, toxic megacolon)
This medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or fatigue—avoid driving or hazardous activities until effects are clear. Contact your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen. Attend regular checkups to monitor progress and effects. Keep out of children’s reach; never share.
Possible Side Effects:
Serious (Contact Doctor Immediately):
Allergic reaction: Itching, hives, swelling of face/hands, swelling/tingling in mouth/throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloating, bloody stools, constipation, fever, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
Chest pain, breathing difficulties, fainting, irregular heartbeat (fast, slow, or uneven)
Less Serious (Discuss with Doctor):
Dizziness
Report any other suspected side effects to your doctor.
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