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Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets)

The main active ingredient is Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets), a protease inhibitor drug. This medicine is quite effective to reduce the discomfort and severity of AIDS and it is a very popular part of antiretroviral therapy. It is always used in combination with other retroviral drugs.

Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) Uses

Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) works by inhibiting the protease of the HIV virus. This in turn helps prevent the production of infectious viral cells. The HIV-1 virus is dependent on enzymes known as proteases in order for its reproductive cycle to function properly. As this medicine blocks the viral protease, it affects certain polyproteins, and this causes the virus to reproduce immature viral copies which are not able to further infect the body.

Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) Working:

Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) is a protease inhibitor drug that works by blocking the enzyme called protease. This enzyme is an essential part of replication mechanism of HIV and thus it reduces the amount of infectious virus in the body.

Important information about Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets):

Children and pregnant women should not take Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) as a "first-line" treatment. If you already take Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) your doctor may recommend that you keep taking it. Do not stop taking this medicine or change your dose without your doctor's advice.Do not take Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) with amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), quinidine (Quinaglute, Quinidex), pimozide (Orap), midazolam (Versed), triazolam (Halcion), or an ergot medicine such as Ergomar, Cafergot, Wigraine, D.H.E. 45, Migranal, or Methergine. These drugs can cause life-threatening side effects if you use them while you are taking Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets).There are many other medicines that can interact with Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets). Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors.Taking this medication will not prevent you from passing HIV to other people. Talk with your doctor about safe methods of preventing HIV transmission during sex.A European version of nelfinavir was found to have high levels of an impurity known to cause cancer in animals. Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) in the U.S. was found to have lower levels of the impurity, which is created during the manufacturing process but can be minimized.It is not known whether this impurity has caused harm to anyone taking nelfinavir, and it is important to keep treating your condition.

Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) Side effects

Treatment with the protease inhibitor Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) might cause side effects. Inform your physician if this happens. Examples include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Flatulence
• Poor appetite
• Body fat changes

Serious adverse events that will require immediate medical attention are less common. Go to the hospital or see your physician immediately if you notice symptoms of an infection, tremors, severe anxiety, speech difficulty, problems walking properly and other severe side effects that have not been referenced here.

Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets) Precautions

• Nelvir (Nelfinavir Mesylate 250mg Tablets)is not a cure for HIV infections and it will also not stop you from giving the virus to others.
• Regular medical checkups and tests will be ordered by your physician so that your condition can be properly monitored.

What is Efudex Cream ?

Efudix cream contains the active ingredient fluorouracil, which is a type of medicine known as a cytotoxic antimetabolite. Fluorouracil is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat cancer. Efudix cream is applied to the skin to treat skin cancer and skin conditions that can develop into cancer (pre-malignant skin lesions).

How to use Efudex Cream:

Use Efudex Cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Use a nonmetallic applicator or wear rubber gloves while applying Efudex Cream.
• Gently wash the area where you will apply Efudex Cream. Rinse well, pat dry with a towel, and wait 10 minutes before applying Efudex Cream.
• Wash your hands immediately after applying Efudex Cream, unless they are part of the treated area.
• Do not bandage or cover the treated area, unless directed to do so by your doctor.
• Efudex Cream is for external use only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, mouth, or genital area. If you get it in your eyes, rinse with a generous amount of cool water right away and contact your doctor.
• If you miss a dose of Efudex Cream, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Efudex Cream.

Efudex Side Effects:

Important things to remember about Efudex side effects:

1. Most people do not experience all of the Efudex side effects listed.
2. Efudex side effects are often predictable in terms of their onset and duration.
3. Efudex side effects are almost always reversible and will go away after treatment is complete.
4. There are many options to help minimize or prevent Efudex side effects.
5. There is no relationship between the presence or severity of Efudex side effects and the effectiveness of the medication.

The following Efudex side effects are common (occurring in greater than 30%) for patients taking Efudex:

• Pain, itching, burning, irritation, inflammation, dryness, swelling, tenderness at the site of application. This will heal once the treatment is complete.
• These Efudex side effects are less common side effects (occurring in about 10-29%) of patients receiving Efudex:
• Discoloration of the skin or scarring
• Increased sensitivity to sunlight

 Not all side effects are listed above. Some that are rare (occurring in less than 10% of patients) are not listed here.  However, you should always inform your health care provider if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Before you use efudix cream

Do not use Efudix Cream if you:

• are allergic (hypersensitive) to fluorouracil or any other ingredients in this medicine (these are listed in section 6, “Further Information”).
• are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
• are using any medicines known as antiviral nucleosides (e.g. brivudine, sorivudine). These medicines are usually used to treat chickenpox or shingles.
• Efudix Cream is not for use in anyone under 18 years of age.

 Take special care with Efudix Cream if you:

• are applying this cream around your eyelids, nose or lips, and avoid contact with the eyes or mouth (see section 3, “How to use Efudix Cream”).
• have open cuts. Do not use this cream on open cuts as this can lead to too much cream being absorbed into the blood, which very rarely, can cause side effects.
• have reduced activity/deficiency of the enzyme DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase).

Sunlight may increase the effects of Efudix. This may result in increased skin reactions. To prevent this you must try to stay out of direct sunlight as much as possible while using the cream and must not use a sunlamp or sun bed.

• Exposure to UV-radiation (e.g) natural sunlight, tanning salon) should be avoided.

• Closing bandages or dressing may increase inflammatory reactions of the skin.

Using other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. This is very important, as using more than one medicine at the same time can strengthen or weaken the effect of the medicines involved.

In particular, tell your doctor if you are using:

• medicines to treat chickenpox or shingles (brivudine, sorivudine) or have used them in the last 4 weeks. These medicines may increase the possibility of unwanted effects with Efudix Cream.
• Pregnancy and breast-feeding

Do not use Efudix Cream and tell your doctor if you are pregnant, think you might be pregnant or you are breast-feeding.

• Driving and using machines
• It is unlikely that the treatment will have any effect on your ability to drive or use machines.
• Important information about some of the ingredients of Efudix Cream

Efudix Cream contains some ingredients that can cause side effects. These are:

    stearyl alcohol and propylene glycol, which can cause local skin irritations (e.g. contact dermatitis, which is an inflammation of the skin).

• E218 (methyl parahydroxybenzoate) and E216 (propyl parahydroxybenzoate), which can cause allergic reactions.
• Do not use Efudix if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.

Warning!

• Take extra care to avoid getting the cream in the eyes, nose or mouth, particularly if you are using the medicine on your face.
• The cream should not be applied to broken skin or open cuts as it may be absorbed into the bloodstream and could cause side effects.
• Sunlight can increase the intensity of the skin reactions to Efudix cream. For this reason you should avoid exposing your skin to direct sunlight as much as possible while using the cream. Do not use sunbeds or sunlamps.

Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) used for?

Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) are a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) used to help relieve symptoms of menopause, caused by reduced production of oestrogen after menopause or following surgical removal of the ovaries. These symptoms include, hot flushes, night sweats, sleeplessness, vaginal dryness, headaches, mood swings, lack of concentration and loss of energy. Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) are also used to help prevent postmenopausal bone loss (osteoporosis) and reduce risk of fracture. Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) are intended only for post-menopausal women who are over 60 years and who cannot take other HRT medication for the treatment of oestrogen deficiency or other medication for prevention of bone mineral density loss.

Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) work?

Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) contain tibolone, a synthetic steroid hormone that is broken down by the body’s metabolism into three compounds that act in a similar way to naturally produced oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone. These metabolites are also tissue-specific which means that they only act on certain tissues. Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets), once metabolised, have oestrogenic effects on bone, vaginal and breast tissue, whereas it has progestogen activity on the endometrium (lining of the uterus) and androgenic effects (like testosterone) in the brain and liver; these actions help restore the hormonal balance to relieve menopausal symptoms like vaginal atrophy, loss of bone density and osteoporosis, as well as other symptoms, such as reducing hot flushes and improved libido. Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) also have other beneficial effects like lowering cholesterol levels, which tend to increase after menopause.

Side Effects of Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets)?

The most commonly reported side effects when taking Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) include: lower abdominal pain, abnormal hair growth, vaginal, discharge bleeding or spotting, breast tenderness, haemorrhage, genital itching, vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection), thickened endometrial (lining of the uterus) wall, abnormal growth of the cervix, inflammation of the vagina and vulva (vulvovaginitis).

Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) contain?

Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) contain the active ingredient tibolone 2.5 mg, a synthetic steroid hormone that is used for hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

When should Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) not be used?

You should not use Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) if you:

• are allergic to tibolone or any ingredients in Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets)
• are pregnant or are breastfeeding
• have a past or family history of carcinoma of the breast, endometrial carcinoma or liver disease
• have a history of thrombosis (blood clots) in the legs( thromboembolism) or lung (pulmonary embolism)
• have a history of heart disease, stroke, severe uncontrolled high blood pressure
• have abnormal vaginal bleeding of unknown cause
• have liver disease or the blood disorder porphyria
• are taking medicines that interact with Tibofem (Tibolone 2.5mg Tablets) including: anticoagulant like warfarin, anticonvulsants like phenytoin and carbamazepin, anti-infectives like rifampicin, rifabutin, the sedative midazolam

Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets)

Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) is used as a birth control pill to prevent pregnancy. Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) may also be used to treat endometriosis, a condition where abnormal growth of womb tissue causes painful, heavy or irregular periods. It can also be used to treat other menstrual disorders such as excessive bleeding during periods and premenstrual syndrome (pms). Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) is also used as part of hormone replacement therapy (hrt) in menopausal women and is used to treat breast cancer in certain patients.

Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) Uses

Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) is a man-made form of progesterone, a naturally occurring female sex hormone. It has a number of uses:

• Low-strength progesterone is used in oral contraceptive pill to prevent pregnancy.
• Medium-strength progesterone is used, to treat irregular, painful or heavy periods, to treat endometriosis (where tissue from the lining of the womb is present in places where it is not normally found), to treat premenstrual syndrome (also known as premenstrual tension, PMS or PMT), to delay periods.

High-strength tablets are sometimes used in some female cancers such as breast cancer.

Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) works

Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) works by altering the lining of the uterus. The low-dose contraceptive changes the lining of the womb and so prevents esent in the body) on womb lining, stabilizes this lining and decreases pain and bleeding during the periods or delays the periods. Continuous exposure to Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets) decreases the rate of growth of breast cancer cells.

Norlut N Tablet  Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Norlut-N ( Norethindrone Acetate 5mg Tablets). This is not a comprehensive list. These side effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Bleeding
• Nervousness
• Hair thinning
• Vomiting
• Pain in legs
• Urge to vomit

What is Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)?

Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) are used to slow down the progression of HIV infection which can lead to AIDS and other related illnesses. Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) do not cure AIDS or destroy the HIV virus, but rather delay any further damage to the immune system by stopping production of new viruses.

Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) is taken with other antiretroviral medications to treat adults infected with HIV-1. A single pill is the equivalent of 300mg of lamivudine IP and 600mg of abacavir. At least one other anti-HIV medication must be co-administered with Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) to effectively prevent HIV from progressing to AIDS.

Used For Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)?

Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) is a combination of two medications, abacavir and lamivudine which belong to a class of medicines called antiretrovirals. They are used together with other antiretrovirals to slow down the progression of HIV infection (human immunodeficiency virus), which can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) and other related illnesses for example, AIDS – related Complex or ARC.

Dosing & Administration Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)

The recommended dose of Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) for adults is one pill daily along with other antiretroviral medications. Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) may be taken with or without food.

Drug Interactions Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)

Ethanol may hinder the kidneys' ability to eliminate abacavir. Zalcitabine cannot be coadministered with Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) because zalcitabine and lamivudine inhibit one another.

Work Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)?

The two medications abacavir and lamivudine combined together help prevent HIV from reproducing. The HIV virus is responsible for acquired immune deficiency syndrome as HIV infection destroys CD4 (T) cells, which are important to the body’s immune system. The immune system is what helps fight infections. Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) do not cure AIDS or destroy the HIV virus, but rather delay further damage to the immune system by stopping production of new viruses. Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) do not reduce the risk of passing infection to others. It is important that you continue to take precautions to prevent this from happening as the HIV virus can still be passed on by sexual activity or by contamination with infected blood.

Overdose Warning Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)

The effects of an Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) overdose are at this point unknown. Do not take more than the recommended dose

Side effects of Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets)?

Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) can cause some side effects. If they do occur and some may be serious, seek medical advice from your health professional as you may require medical attention. As Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) contain both abacavir and lamivudine, the side effects reported for each of these have been combined. It has been reported that the most common side effects which could affect at least one to ten in every 100 people include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, upper abdominal pain, headache, high temperature, lethargy, fatigue, loss of appetite, hair loss, joint and muscle pain, abacavir hypersensitivity and skin rash. Less common side effects which could affect less than 1 in every 100 people include increased liver enzyme production, anaemia (low red blood cell count), neutropenia (low white blood cell count), reduced number of blood cells important for blood clotting.

You may show symptoms of tiredness or breathlessness if the production of red blood cells is reduced. A reduction in your white blood cell count can make you more susceptible to infection.

Rare side effects which could affect less than one in every 1000 people are breakdown of muscle tissue, increases of an enzyme called amylase and inflammation of the pancreas. Very rare side effects which could affect less than one in every 10,000 people are serious skin reactions and severe anaemia. It has been documented that any changes in fat distribution are associated with antiretroviral medications, which may include loss of fat from legs, arms and face and also increased fat in the abdomen and other internal organs, breasts and the back of the neck. Changes in the amount of fatty substances and glucose in the blood have also been reported. Within the first few weeks of commencing treatment with anti-HIV medicines, some people and in particular those that have been HIV positive for some time, may develop inflammatory reactions for example, pain, redness, swelling and high temperature which may resemble an infection and may be severe. If you notice any changes in your health after commencing HIV treatment or become concerned with any new symptoms, then it is advisable you discuss this with your medical professional immediately. If you experience any of the following, call your doctor immediately. Lactic Acidosis – if you become very sick with accelerated breathing, you may have a condition known as this. High acid levels in the blood can cause rapid breathing and be life threatening. This is more common in women than men. If you experience allergic reactions soon after starting Abamune-L (Abacavir, Lamivudine  600mg 300mg Tablets) medication, for example wheezing, any swelling of the lips/mouth, difficulty in breathing, hay fever, hives or fainting then call your doctor immediately. Like all medications, there may be other side effects that occur in some people that are not listed or some side effects that are not yet known.

What is Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets)?

Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets) is an antiviral medicine. It is used to treat long-term hepatitis B virus infection of the liver. Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets) decreases the amount of virus in your body and therefore reduces further liver damage. However, it may not prevent hepatitis B complications such as liver cancer or end stage liver damage. It also does not prevent the spread of hepatitis B to other people.

Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets) is an antiviral medication. It works by preventing viral cells from multiplying in the body and infecting new liver cells. Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets)  is used to treat chronic hepatitis B in adults. This medicine will not cure hepatitis. Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets)  may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. This medication is used to treat a chronic viral infection of the liver ( hepatitis B ) in people 12 years of age and older. It works by slowing the growth of the virus. It is not a cure for hepatitis B and does not prevent the passing of hepatitis B to others.

Uses Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets)?

Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets) is used for treating symptoms of chronic inflammation of the liver (hepatitis) caused by hepatitis B virus (chronic hepatitis B).

Common side effects Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets)

Weakness, cough, nausea, running nose., vomiting, rash or itching on skin, tiredness, diarrhea, gas, headache

How it works Adesera (Adefovir Dipivoxil 10mg Tablets)?

Adefovir is a nucleotide analogue. It works by slowing the growth of the hepatitis B virus.