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nefazodone
nefazodoneGeneric Name: nefazodone (ne FAZ oh done)Brand names: SerzoneWhat is nefazodone?Nefazodone is an antidepressant. It is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder.Nefazodone is not chemically similar to other groups of antidepressants, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or "SSRIs", tricyclic antidepressants, or monoamine oxidase inhibitors or ...
nefazodone
nefazodone (Oral route)ne-FAZ-oh-doneOral routeTabletHEPATIC RISKCases of life-threatening hepatic failure have been reported in patients treated with nefazodone hydrochloride.The reported rate in the United States is about 1 case of liver failure resulting in death or transplant per 250,000 patient-years to 300,000 patient-years of nefazodone hydrochloride treatment. The total patie...
Nefazodone
Nefazodone Generic Name: Nefazodone (neff-AZ-oh-done)Brand Name: Generic only. No brands available.Nefazodone may rarely cause serious (potentially life-threatening) liver disease. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop dark urine, extreme fatigue, persistent loss of appetite, stomach pain, or yellowing of the eyes or skin. Tell you doctor of pharmacist if you have a history of l...
Nefazodone hydrochloride
Nefazodone hydrochlorideBrand names: Nefazodone hydrochlorideWhy is Nefazodone hydrochloride prescribed?Nefazodone is prescribed for the treatment of depression severe enough to interfere with daily functioning. Possible symptoms include changes in appetite, weight, sleep habits, and mind/body coordination, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, difficulty conce...
Nefazodone Hydrochloride
Nefazodone HydrochloridePronunciation: (neff-AZE-oh-dohn HIGH-droe-KLOR-ide)Class: AntidepressantTrade Names:Nefazodone Hydrochloride- Tablets 50 mg- Tablets 100 mg- Tablets 150 mg- Tablets 200 mg- Tablets 250 mgPharmacologyUndetermined; inhibits neuronal uptake of serotonin and norepinephrine; antagonizes alpha-1 adrenergic receptors.PharmacokineticsAbsorptionAbsor...
Neggram
NeggramGeneric Name: nalidixic acid (Oral route)nal-i-DIX-ik AS-idCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.NeggramAvailable Dosage Forms:TabletSuspensionTherapeutic Class: AntibioticChemical Class: Non-Fluorinated QuinoloneUses For NeggramNalidixic acid is used to treat infections of the urinary tract. This medicine belongs to the group of medicines known as quinolone...
NegGram Suspension
NegGram SuspensionGeneric Name: Nalidixic Acid (nal-i-DIX-ik AS-id)Brand Name: NegGramNegGram Suspension is used for:Treating urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.NegGram Suspension is an antibacterial. It works by killing sensitive bacteria in the urinary tract by stopping the production of essential proteins needed by the bacteria to survive.Do NOT use NegGram ...
NegGram
NegGram Generic Name: Nalidixic Acid (nal-i-DIX-ik AS-id)Brand Name: NegGramNegGram is used for:Treating urinary tract infections caused by certain bacteria.NegGram is an antibacterial. It works by killing sensitive bacteria in the urinary tract by stopping the production of essential proteins needed by the bacteria to survive.Do NOT use NegGram if:you are allergic to an...
nelarabine
nelarabineGeneric Name: nelarabine (nel AR a been)Brand Names: ArranonWhat is nelarabine?Nelarabine interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.Nelarabine is used to treat T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia and T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma.Nelarabine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.What is the ...
nelarabine Intravenous
nelarabine (Intravenous route)nel-AR-a-beenIntravenous routeSolutionSevere neurologic adverse reactions have been reported with the use of nelarabine. These adverse events have included altered mental states including severe somnolence, central nervous system effects including convulsions, and peripheral neuropathy ranging from numbness and paresthesias to motor weakness and paralysis. There...
Nelarabine
Nelarabine Generic Name: Nelarabine (nel-AR-a-been)Brand Name: ArranonNelarabine is for intravenous (IV, into the vein) use only.Severe nervous system problems, including mental or mood changes; severe drowsiness; seizures; numbness, burning, prickling, or tingling of the skin, hands, or feet; weakness; and paralysis, have been reported with the use if Nelarabine . Contact your doctor i...
Nelarabine
NelarabinePronunciation: (neh-LAY-rah-bean)Class: DNA demethylating agentTrade Names:Arranon- Injection 250 mg (5 mg/mL)PharmacologyConverted to ara-G, then activated to ara-GTP. Ara-GTP accumulates in leukemic blasts and is incorporated into DNA, leading to inhibition of DNA synthesis and cell death.PharmacokineticsAbsorptionC max of ara-G generally occurs at end of nelara...
nelfinavir
nelfinavirGeneric Name: nelfinavir (nel FIN a veer)Brand Names: ViraceptWhat is nelfinavir?Nelfinavir is an antiviral medication in a group of HIV medicines called protease (PRO-tee-ayz) inhibitors. Nelfinavir prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cells from multiplying in your body.Nelfinavir is used to treat HIV, which causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Nelfina...
nelfinavir
nelfinavir (Oral route)nel-FIN-a-virCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.ViraceptAvailable Dosage Forms:TabletPowder for SuspensionTherapeutic Class: Antiretroviral AgentPharmacologic Class: Protease InhibitorUses For nelfinavirNelfinavir is used, usually in combination with other medicines, in the treatment of the infection caused by the human immunodeficiency viru...
Nelfinavir Powder
Nelfinavir PowderGeneric Name: Nelfinavir (nel-FIN-a-vir)Brand Name: ViraceptNelfinavir Powder is used for:Treating HIV infection in combination with other medicines.Nelfinavir Powder is an HIV protease inhibitor. It works by blocking a substance that is needed for the HIV virus to multiply.Do NOT use Nelfinavir Powder if:you are allergic to any ingredient in Nelfinavir Pow...