3. CIPRO
What is Cipro?
Ciprofloxacin is the generic form of the brand-name antibiotic Cipro.
Doctors prescribe ciprofloxacin to treat or prevent infections caused by various
bacteria that are sensitive to ciprofloxacin.
The drug works by preventing bacteria from reproducing. Ciprofloxacin belongs to a
family of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved ciprofloxacin in 1987 for Bayer
Healthcare under the brand name Cipro.
In 2004, the FDA approved generic ciprofloxacin for several drug manufacturers
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Doctors prescribe ciprofloxacin to treat infections caused by many different
species of bacteria, including:
Enterococcus
Staphylococcus
Streptococcus
Proteus
Pseudomona
Salmonella
Shigella
Klebsiella
Anthrax
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Common infections treated with ciprofloxacin include:
Skin infections
Sinusitis
Urinary Tract Infections(UTI)
Prostatitis
Pneumonia
Bone and joint infections
Diarrhea caused by bacteria
Gonorrhea
Typhoid fever
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The most common side effects of ciprofloxacin are nausea, diarrhea, vomiting,
and rash.
Less common side effects include:
Headache
Stomachache
Heartburn
Body aches
Itching
Skin sensitivity to sunlight
Loss of appetite
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Dosage:
Your dose of ciprofloxacin will depend on the type of bacterial infection you
have.
Ciprofloxacin comes in regular and extended-release tablets and as a liquid.
Take regular tablets or the liquid twice a day (morning and evening) at about the
same time each day, and take extended-release tablets once a day.
Swallow all tablets whole. Don’t crush, split, or chew them.
Regular tablets come in 250, 500, and 750 milligrams (mg).
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Dosage Continue:
Some typical doses for common infections using regular tablets include:
Uncomplicated gonorrhea infection: 250 mg, single dose
Uncomplicated urinary tract infection: 250 mg every 12 hours for three days
Bacterial diarrhea: 500 mg every 12 hours for five to seven days
Acute sinusitis: 500 mg every 12 hours for 10 days
Severe pneumonia: 750 mg every 12 hours for seven to 14 days
Chronic bacterial prostatitis: 500 mg every 12 hours for 28 days
Moderate bone or joint infection: 500 mg every 12 hours for four to six weeks
9. ALLEGRA
What is Allegra?
Allegra is the brand name of fexofenadine, an over-the-counter medication used to
treat the signs and symptoms of allergies and hives.
Allegra is in a class of medications known as antihistamines, which stop the effects of
histamine, a substance in your body that causes allergic symptoms by blocking the
histamine receptor known as the H1 receptor.
Allegra causes less drowsiness than other antihistamines. It can help alleviate
symptoms such as runny nose and sneezing; red, watery, or itchy eyes; itchy nose,
throat or roof of the mouth; or itchy skin and rash.
Allegra comes in tablet and liquid form. It was approved by the Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) in 1995.
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Common side effects:
Dizziness
Headache
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Pain
Pain in the arms, legs, or back
Pain during menstrual period
Cough
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Serious side effects:
Hives
Rash
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Itching
Swelling of the face, throat, lips, tongue, eyes, hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
Hoarseness
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Dosage:
Adults and children ages 12 and older:
For seasonal allergies and hives: 60 milligrams (mg), twice daily, or 180 mg, once
daily
Children ages 2-11:
For seasonal allergies or hives: 30 mg, twice daily
Children 6 months to age 2:
For hives: 15 mg, twice daily
*The suspension form of Allegra is typically used for children who are under age 6.
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WHAT IS AFRIN?
Oxymetazoline is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood
vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
Oxymetazoline nasal (for the nose) is for temporary relief of nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
caused by allergies or the common cold.
Oxymetazoline nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Oxymetazoline nasal (for the nose) is used for temporary relief of nasal congestion caused by
allergies or the common cold.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have ongoing or worsening
symptoms, or if you have severe burning or stinging in your nose after using the nasal spray
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Allergic reaction:
hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Side effects:
severe burning or stinging in your nose after using the nasal spray;
chest pain, fast or uneven heart rate; or
Severe headache, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, or feeling short of breath.
Common side effects may include:
mild burning or stinging of the nose; sneezing; or runny nose.
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Dosage:
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller
amounts or for longer than recommended.
Using the medication too long or too often may worsen your symptoms or cause nasal congestion to
clear up and come back.
To use the nose drops (nasal solution):
Blow your nose gently. Tilt your head back as far as possible, or lie down and hang your head over the
side of a bed. Hold the dropper over your nose and place the correct number of drops into your nose.
Sit up and bend your head slightly forward, then move it gently left and right. Stay seated with your
head bent forward for a few minutes.
Avoid sneezing or blowing your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nose drops.
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Dosage Continue:
To use the nasal spray:
Blow your nose gently. Keep your head upright and insert the tip of bottle into one
nostril. Press your other nostril closed with your finger. Breathe in quickly and gently
spray the medicine into your nose. Then use the spray in your other nostril.
Do not blow your nose for at least a few minutes after using the nasal spray.
Do not use the nasal spray more than 2 times in 24 hours.
Wipe the tip of the spray bottle with a clean tissue but do not wash with water or soap.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the
bottle tightly closed when not in use.
