Neutrogena T/Gel

Generic Name: coal tar topical (KOL TAR TOP ik al)

Brand Names: Balnetar, Betatar Gel, Coal Tar, Cutar, Denorex, Denorex Dry Scalp, Denorex Extra Strength, Denorex Medicated Shampoo and Conditioner, DHS Tar Shampoo, Doak Tar, Doak Tar Oil, Elta Tar, Fototar, G-TAR, Ionil T, Ionil T Plus, MG 217 Psoriasis, MG217 Medicated Tar, Neutrogena T/Derm, Neutrogena T/Gel, Neutrogena T/Gel Extra Strength, Oxipor VHC, PC Tar, Pentrax, Pentrax Gold, Polytar, Psoriasin, Psorigel, T/Gel Conditioner, Tegrin Medicated, Tegrin Medicated Soap, Therapeutic, Theraplex T, Zetar

What is coal tar?

Coal tar is a by-product of coal processing.

Coal tar topical (for the skin) is used to treat the skin symptoms of psoriasis, including dryness, redness, flaking, scaling, and itching. Coal tar is not a cure for psoriasis, and it will provide only temporary relief of skin symptoms.

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

What is the most important information I should know about coal tar?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to coal tar.

Before using coal tar, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you are receiving ultraviolet radiation treatment for your psoriasis.

Do not use coal tar to treat the skin of your groin or rectal area.

Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). Coal tar can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and sunburn may result. Stop using coal tar and call your doctor at once if you have severe stinging, burning, swelling, or other irritation of the treated skin. Do not use coal tar to treat large skin areas. Do not use coal tar over long periods of time without your doctor's advice.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse after using coal tar.

Coal tar is not a cure for psoriasis, and it will provide only temporary relief of skin symptoms.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using coal tar?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to coal tar.

Before using coal tar, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you are receiving ultraviolet radiation treatment for your psoriasis.

This medication may 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 coal tar 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.

Coal tar products may contain lanolin, mineral oil, or other emulsifiers. Check the label of any coal tar product you are using. Talk with your doctor before using coal tar if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.

How should I use coal tar?

Use this medication as directed on the label, or as your doctor has prescribed. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.

Apply coal tar cream, lotion, ointment, or solution according the directions on the medication label. Some forms of coal tar may be applied 1 to 4 times per day.

To use coal tar bath oil, pour 1 to 3 capfuls into a warm bath before bathing. The oil can make the bathtub slippery. Take care to avoid a fall.

Shake the coal tar shampoo well just before each use. Use enough shampoo to create a rich lather. Massage the shampoo into your scalp and rinse thoroughly. Apply the shampoo a second time and leave it on your scalp for 5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Do not use coal tar to treat large skin areas. Do not use coal tar over long periods of time without your doctor's advice.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse after using coal tar.

Coal tar shampoo may discolor blond or colored hair. This effect is usually temporarily.

Some forms of coal tar can stain fabric or other surfaces.

Store coal tar at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the medicine tightly closed with not in use.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use 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.

Symptoms of a coal tar overdose are not known.

What should I avoid while using coal tar?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. If this does occur, rinse with water.

Do not use coal tar to treat the skin of your groin or rectal area.

Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). Coal tar can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and sunburn may result.

Coal tar side effects

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 coal tar and call your doctor at once if you have severe stinging, burning, swelling, or other irritation of the treated skin.

Less serious side effects may include mild skin irritation or skin rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect coal tar?

Do not use coal tar together with other psoriasis medications unless your doctor tells you to.

There may be other drugs that can interact with coal tar. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

More Neutrogena T/Gel resources

• Neutrogena T/Gel Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Neutrogena T/Gel Support Group
• 0 Reviews for Neutrogena T/Gel - Add your own review/rating

• Neutrogena T/Gel Topical Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information


• Coal Tar Foam MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Denorex Shampoo MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Doak Tar Shampoo MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Fototar Ointment MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• MG217 Medicated Tar Lotion MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Psoriasin Prescribing Information (FDA)

Compare Neutrogena T/Gel with other medications

• Dermatitis
• Psoriasis
• Seborrheic Dermatitis

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about coal tar.

Prialt

Pronunciation: zye-KOE-noe-tide
Generic Name: Ziconotide
Brand Name: Prialt

Treatment with Prialt may cause severe psychiatric and neurological problems. Patients with a history of psychosis should not receive Prialt. You will be monitored often for evidence of thinking problems, hallucinations, or changes in mood or consciousness. If these symptoms occur, Prialt can be stopped without causing withdrawal effects.

Prialt is used for:

Managing severe chronic pain in patients who cannot take medicine by mouth or do not respond well to other treatments.

Prialt is an N-type calcium channel blocker. It works by targeting and blocking N-type calcium channels on nerves that transmit pain signals.

Do NOT use Prialt if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Prialt


• you have a history of psychosis


• you have an infection at the injection site or a damaged spinal canal that interferes with circulation of cerebral spinal fluid


• you have a bleeding disorder

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Prialt:

Some medical conditions may interact with Prialt. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have or have a history of depression or have ever considered suicide


• if you have kidney problems

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Prialt. However, no specific interactions with Prialt are known at this time.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Prialt may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Prialt:

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

• Prialt is usually administered as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about Prialt.


• If you miss a dose of Prialt, contact your doctor immediately.

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

Important safety information:

• Prialt may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or decreased alertness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Prialt. Using Prialt alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.


• Avoid drinking alcohol or taking other medications that cause drowsiness (eg, sedatives, tranquilizers) while taking Prialt. Prialt will add to the effects of alcohol and other depressants. Ask your pharmacist if you have questions about which medicines are depressants.


• Prialt is not an opiate and cannot prevent or reduce symptoms of opiate withdrawal. Talk with your doctor about withdrawal from opiate treatment.


• LAB TESTS, including kidney function tests, may be performed to monitor your progress. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Prialt is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Prialt during pregnancy. It is unknown if Prialt is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while using Prialt.

Possible side effects of Prialt:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Abnormal walking; back pain; bad taste in mouth; burning, aching, tingling sensation on the skin; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; dry skin; feeling of a whirling motion; incoordination; increased cough; loss of appetite; muscle tension; pain; pain at insertion site; rapid, jerky eye movements; ringing in the ears; runny nose; skin irritation; sleepiness; sore throat; stomach pain; sweating; vision changes.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abnormal thinking; anxiety; change in mental state (eg, lack of energy, confusion, disorientation); change in mood or perception (eg, hallucinations; unusual sensations in the mouth; paranoia; hostility; delirium; manic reactions; psychosis); chest pain; dark urine; depression; fainting; fever; flu-like symptoms; headache; inability to empty the bladder; memory problems or memory loss; muscle cramps; muscle or joint pain; nausea; nervousness; pounding in the chest; seizures; speech problems; stiff neck; stupor; suicidal thoughts or behaviors; unresponsiveness; urination problems; vomiting; weakness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Prialt side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include confusion; dizziness; drowsiness; garbled speech; loss of coordination; muscle twitching; nausea; rapid eye movement; stupor; unresponsiveness.

Proper storage of Prialt:

Store Prialt as directed on the prescription label. Keep Prialt out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Prialt, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Prialt is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Prialt. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

More Prialt resources

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

• Prialt Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Prialt Consumer Overview


• Prialt Monograph (AHFS DI)


• Prialt Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information


• Ziconotide Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)

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• Pain

Childrens Ibuprofen Berry

Generic Name: ibuprofen (EYE bue PROE fen)

Brand Names: Advil, Advil Childrens, Advil Junior Strength, Advil Liquigel, Advil Migraine, Advil Pediatric, Children's Ibuprofen Berry, Genpril, IBU, Midol IB, Midol Maximum Strength Cramp Formula, Motrin Childrens, Motrin IB, Motrin Infant Drops, Motrin Junior Strength, Motrin Migraine Pain, Nuprin

What is Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen)?

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Ibuprofen is used to reduce fever and treat pain or inflammation caused by many conditions such as headache, toothache, back pain, arthritis, menstrual cramps, or minor injury.

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

What is the most important information I should know about Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen)?

This medicine may cause life-threatening heart or circulation problems such as heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term. Do not use ibuprofen just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).

Get emergency medical help if you have chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, or problems with vision or balance.

This medicine may also cause serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and can occur without warning while you are taking ibuprofen, especially in older adults.

Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of stomach bleeding such as black, bloody, or tarry stools, or coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.

Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of ibuprofen can cause damage to your stomach or intestines. Use only the smallest amount of ibuprofen needed to get relief from your pain, swelling, or fever.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen)?

Do not use ibuprofen just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).

This medicine may cause life-threatening heart or circulation problems such as heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term.

This medicine may also cause serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and can occur without warning while you are taking ibuprofen, especially in older adults.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ibuprofen, aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medication if you have:

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  a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;

  
  


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  heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure;

  
  


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  a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding;

  
  


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  asthma;

  
  


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  polyps in your nose;

  
  


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  systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE);

  
  


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  a bleeding or blood clotting disorder; or

  
  


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  if you smoke.

  
  

FDA pregnancy category D. Taking ibuprofen during the last 3 months of pregnancy may harm the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using ibuprofen. It is not known whether ibuprofen 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. Do not give this medicine to a child without the advice of a doctor.

How should I take Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen)?

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.

Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of ibuprofen can cause damage to your stomach or intestines. The maximum amount of ibuprofen for adults is 800 milligrams per dose or 3200 mg per day (4 maximum doses). Use only the smallest amount of ibuprofen needed to get relief from your pain, swelling, or fever. Take ibuprofen with food or milk to lessen stomach upset. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. To be sure you get the correct dose, measure the liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

The ibuprofen chewable tablet must be chewed before you swallow it.

If you take ibuprofen for a long period of time, your doctor may want to check you on a regular basis to make sure this medication is not causing harmful effects. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the liquid medicine to freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since ibuprofen is taken as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, drowsiness, black or bloody stools, coughing up blood, shallow breathing, fainting, or coma.

What should I avoid while taking Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen)?

Avoid taking ibuprofen if you are taking aspirin to prevent stroke or heart attack. Ibuprofen can make aspirin less effective in protecting your heart and blood vessels. If you must use both medications, take the ibuprofen at least 8 hours before or 30 minutes after you take the aspirin (non-enteric coated form). Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, or pain medicine. Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much ibuprofen. Check the label to see if a medicine contains ibuprofen or similar NSAIDs (aspirin, naproxen, ketoprofen). Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase your risk of stomach bleeding.

Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen) side effects

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 taking ibuprofen and seek medical attention or call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

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  chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;

  
  


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  black, bloody, or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;

  
  


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  swelling or rapid weight gain;

  
  


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  urinating less than usual or not at all;

  
  


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  nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

  
  


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  fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;

  
  


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  bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness; or

  
  


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  severe headache, neck stiffness, chills, increased sensitivity to light, and/or seizure (convulsions).

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

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  upset stomach, mild heartburn, diarrhea, constipation;

  
  


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  bloating, gas;

  
  


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  dizziness, headache, nervousness;

  
  


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  skin itching or rash;

  
  


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  blurred vision; or

  
  


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  ringing in your ears.

  
  

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 Childrens Ibuprofen Berry (ibuprofen)?

Ask your doctor before using an antidepressant such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), or sertraline (Zoloft). Taking any of these medicines with an NSAID may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.

Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:

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  aspirin or other NSAIDs such as naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn, Naprelan, Treximet), celecoxib (Celebrex), diclofenac (Arthrotec, Cambia, Cataflam, Voltaren, Flector Patch, Pennsaid, Solareze), indomethacin (Indocin), meloxicam (Mobic), and others;

  
  


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  heart or blood pressure medicine such as benazepril (Lotensin), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), and others;

  
  


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  lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid);

  
  


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  diuretics (water pills) such as furosemide (Lasix);

  
  


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  methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall);

  
  


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  steroids (prednisone and others); or

  
  


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  a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven).

  
  

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with ibuprofen. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

More Childrens Ibuprofen Berry resources

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

Compare Childrens Ibuprofen Berry with other medications

• Fever
• Pain
• Spondylolisthesis

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about ibuprofen.

See also: Childrens Ibuprofen Berry side effects (in more detail)