Hagifen

Hagifen may be available in the countries listed below.

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Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is reported as an ingredient of Hagifen in the following countries:

• Vietnam

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Leucovorin Kalbe

Leucovorin Kalbe may be available in the countries listed below.

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Calcium Folinate

Calcium Folinate is reported as an ingredient of Leucovorin Kalbe in the following countries:

• Indonesia

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Fluoxétine Alter

Fluoxétine Alter may be available in the countries listed below.

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Fluoxetine

Fluoxetine hydrochloride (a derivative of Fluoxetine) is reported as an ingredient of Fluoxétine Alter in the following countries:

• France

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Orvaten

Generic Name: midodrine (Oral route)

MYE-doe-dreen

Oral route(Tablet)

Can cause marked elevation of supine blood pressure and should be used only in patients whose lives are considerably impaired despite standard clinical care .

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Orvaten


• Proamatine

Available Dosage Forms:

• Tablet

Therapeutic Class: Vasopressor

Pharmacologic Class: Alpha-Adrenergic Agonist

Uses For Orvaten

Midodrine is used to treat low blood pressure (hypotension). It works by stimulating nerve endings in blood vessels, causing the blood vessels to tighten. As a result, blood pressure is increased.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although not specifically included in product labeling, midodrine is used in certain patients with the following medical conditions:

• Low blood pressure (hypotension) caused by kidney dialysis.


• Low blood pressure caused by certain medicines used to treat mental illness.


• Low blood pressure in children with an infection.

Before Using Orvaten

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

This medicine has been tested in a limited number of children 6 months to 12 years of age. In effective doses, the medicine has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems than it does in adults.

Geriatric

This medicine has been tested and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it dose in younger adults.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

• Dihydroergotamine

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Amitriptyline


• Amoxapine


• Clomipramine


• Desipramine


• Deslanoside


• Digitoxin


• Dothiepin


• Doxepin


• Ephedrine


• Imipramine


• Lofepramine


• Nortriptyline


• Opipramol


• Phenylephrine


• Phenylpropanolamine


• Protriptyline


• Pseudoephedrine


• Trimipramine

Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Perphenazine


• Promethazine


• Risperidone

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Heart disease, severe or


• Hypertension (high blood pressure) or


• Overactive thyroid or


• Visual problems—Effects of midodrine on blood pressure may aggravate these problems.

• Kidney disease or


• Liver disease—The effects of midodrine may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body.

• Urinary retention—Effects of midodrine on the bladder may aggravate this condition.

Proper Use of midodrine

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain midodrine. It may not be specific to Orvaten. Please read with care.

The last dose of midodrine should not be taken after the evening meal or less than 3 to 4 hours before bedtime because high blood pressure upon lying down (supine hypertension) can occur, which can cause blurred vision, headaches, and pounding in the ears while lying down after taking this medicine.

Also, midodrine should not be taken if you will be lying down for any length of time.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  
  • For low blood pressure:
    
    • Adults—10 milligrams (mg) three times a day in approximately 4-hour intervals during daytime hours: shortly before or upon rising in the morning, at midday, and in the late afternoon (not later than 6 p.m.). Your doctor may increase your dose if needed.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Precautions While Using Orvaten

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This especially includes over-the-counter (nonprescription) medicines for appetite control, asthma, colds, cough, hayfever, or sinus problems, since they may tend to increase your blood pressure.

Orvaten Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Blurred vision


• cardiac awareness


• headache


• pounding in the ears

Rare

• Fainting


• increased dizziness


• slow pulse

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Burning, itching, or prickling of the scalp


• chills


• goosebumps


• urinary frequency, retention, or urgency

Less common

• Anxiety or nervousness


• confusion


• dry mouth


• flushing


• headache or feeling of pressure in the head


• skin rash

Rare

• Backache


• canker sores


• dizziness


• drowsiness


• dry skin


• leg cramps


• pain or sensitivity of the skin to touch


• stomach problems such as gas, heartburn, or nausea


• trouble seeing


• trouble with sleeping


• weakness

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Orvaten side effects (in more detail)

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More Orvaten resources

• Orvaten Side Effects (in more detail)
• Orvaten Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Orvaten Drug Interactions
• Orvaten Support Group
• 0 Reviews for Orvaten - Add your own review/rating

• Orvaten MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Midodrine Prescribing Information (FDA)


• midodrine Concise Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)


• Midodrine Hydrochloride Monograph (AHFS DI)


• ProAmatine Prescribing Information (FDA)

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• Dysautonomia
• Hypotension
• Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome

Demadex

Generic Name: torsemide (TORE se mide)

Brand Names: Demadex

What is Demadex (torsemide)?

Torsemide is a loop diuretic (water pill) that prevents your body from absorbing too much salt, allowing the salt to instead be passed in your urine.

Torsemide treats fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, liver disease, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. This medication is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Torsemide may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Demadex (torsemide)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to torsemide or if you are unable to urinate

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or liver disease, or an allergy to sulfa drugs..

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Avoid becoming dehydrated. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink while you are taking torsemide.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Demadex (torsemide)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to torsemide, or if you are unable to urinate.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take torsemide:

• kidney disease;


• cirrhosis or other liver disease; or


• 
  

  an allergy to sulfa drugs.

  
  

FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether torsemide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Demadex (torsemide)?

Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

If you are being treated for high blood pressure, keep using this medication even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Store this medication at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not allow the tablets to freeze.

See also: Demadex dosage (in more detail)

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include ringing in your ears, loss of appetite, weakness, dizziness, or confusion.

What should I avoid while taking Demadex (torsemide)?

Avoid becoming dehydrated. Follow your doctor's instructions about the type and amount of liquids you should drink while you are taking torsemide.

What are the possible side effects of torsemide

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using torsemide and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• 
  

  dry mouth, thirst, nausea, vomiting;

  
  


• 
  

  feeling weak, drowsy, restless, or light-headed;

  
  


• 
  

  fast or uneven heartbeat;

  
  


• 
  

  muscle pain or weakness;

  
  


• 
  

  coughing up blood;

  
  


• 
  

  bloody or black, tarry stools; or

  
  


• 
  

  hearing loss.

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

• 
  

  diarrhea or constipation;

  
  


• 
  

  headache;

  
  


• 
  

  dizziness; or

  
  


• 
  

  decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm.

  
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Demadex (torsemide)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:

• 
  

  lithium (Lithobid, Eskalith);

  
  


• 
  

  digoxin (Lanoxin);

  
  


• 
  

  steroids (prednisone and others);

  
  


• 
  

  ethacrynic acid (Edecrin);

  
  


• 
  

  cholestyramine (Prevalite, Questran);

  
  


• 
  

  probenecid (Benemid);

  
  


• 
  

  amikacin (Amikin), gentamicin (Garamycin), streptomycin, tobramycin (Nebcin, Tobi);

  
  


• 
  

  salicylates such as aspirin, Disalcid, Doan's Pills, Dolobid, Salflex, Tricosal, and others; or

  
  


• 
  

  indomethacin (Indocin).

  
  

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with torsemide. 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. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

More Demadex resources

• Demadex Side Effects (in more detail)
• Demadex Dosage
• Demadex Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Drug Images
• Demadex Drug Interactions
• Demadex Support Group
• 0 Reviews for Demadex - Add your own review/rating

• Demadex Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Demadex MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Demadex Monograph (AHFS DI)


• Demadex Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information


• Torsemide Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Torsemide Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)

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• Ascites
• Edema
• Heart Failure
• High Blood Pressure
• Nonobstructive Oliguria
• Renal Failure

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about torsemide.

See also: Demadex side effects (in more detail)