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Cetraxal eneric Name: ciprofloxacin otic solution Date of Approval: May 1, 2009 Company: Laboratorios Salvat Treatment for: Acute Otitis Externa FDA Approves Cetraxal The United States Food and Drug Administation has approved Cetraxal (ciprofloxacin otic solution) 0.2% for the treatment of acute otitis externa due to susceptible isolates of Pseudomonas aerugenosa or Staphylococcus aureus . Highlights of Cetraxal Prescribing Information Indications and Usage Cetraxal is a quinolone antimicrobial indicated for the treatment of acute otitis externa due to susceptible isolates of Pseudomonas aeruginosa or Staphylococcus aureus . Dosage and Administration Contents of one single use container should be instilled into the affected ear twice daily (approximately 12 hours apart) for 7 days. Dosage Forms and Strengths Cetraxal is a sterile, preservative-free otic solution of ciprofloxacin hydrochloride equivalent to 0.2 % ciprofloxacin (0.5 mg in 0.25 mL) in each single use container. ...

Fanapt Generic Name: iloperidone Date of Approval: May 6, 2009 Company: Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. Treatment for: Schizophrenia ==================================================================== FDA Approves Fanapt The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Fanapt tablets (iloperidone) to treat adults with schizophrenia, a chronic, severe and disabling brain disorder. Fanapt is included in the atypical antipsychotic class of drugs. All atypical antipsychotics contain a boxed warning, the FDA’s strongest warning. The warning alerts prescribers to an increased risk of death associated with off-label use of these drugs to treat behavioral problems in older people with dementia-related psychosis. Fanapt is not approved for patients with dementia-related psychosis. Fanapt demonstrated efficacy in two placebo-controlled short-term clinical trials. In both, Fanapt was superior to placebo (sugar pill) in reducing the symptoms of schizophrenia. The most common adverse reactions ...

Samsca Generic Name: tolvaptan Date of Approval: May 19, 2009 Company: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Treatment for: Hypervolemic and Euvolemic Hyponatremia ============================================================== FDA Approves Samsca The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Samsca (tolvaptan) as the only oral selective vasopressin antagonist for the treatment of patients with clinically significant hypervolemic and euvolemic hyponatremia. Samsca Medication Guide Read the Medication Guide that comes with Samsca before you take it and each time you get a new prescription. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment. Share this important information with members of your household. What is the most important information I should know about Samsca? Samsca may make the salt (sodium) level in your blood rise too fast. This can increase your risk o...

Samsca Generic Name: tolvaptan Date of Approval: May 19, 2009 Company: Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Treatment for: Hypervolemic and Euvolemic Hyponatremia ============================================================== FDA Approves Samsca The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Samsca (tolvaptan) as the only oral selective vasopressin antagonist for the treatment of patients with clinically significant hypervolemic and euvolemic hyponatremia. Samsca Medication Guide Read the Medication Guide that comes with Samsca before you take it and each time you get a new prescription. There may be new information. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking to your healthcare provider about your medical condition or your treatment. Share this important information with members of your household. What is the most important information I should know about Samsca? Samsca may make the salt (sodium) level in your blood rise too fast. This can increase your risk o...

Ambien Generic Name: zolpidem (zole PI dem) Brand Names: Ambien What is Ambien? Ambien is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. It affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems (insomnia). Ambien is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep). This medication causes relaxation to help you fall asleep. Ambien may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Important information about Ambien Ambien may cause a severe allergic reaction. Stop taking it and 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. Ambien will make you fall asleep. Never take this medication during your normal waking hours, unless you have a full 7 to 8 hours to dedicate to sleeping. Some people using this medicine have engaged in activity such as driving, eating, or making phone calls and later...

Ambien Generic Name: zolpidem (zole PI dem) Brand Names: Ambien What is Ambien? Ambien is a sedative, also called a hypnotic. It affects chemicals in your brain that may become unbalanced and cause sleep problems (insomnia). Ambien is used for the short-term treatment of insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep). This medication causes relaxation to help you fall asleep. Ambien may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Important information about Ambien Ambien may cause a severe allergic reaction. Stop taking it and 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. Ambien will make you fall asleep. Never take this medication during your normal waking hours, unless you have a full 7 to 8 hours to dedicate to sleeping. Some people using this medicine have engaged in activity such as driving, eating, or making phone calls and later...

Generic Name: amphetamine and dextroamphetamine (am FET a meen and DEX troe am FET a meen) Brand Names: Adderall, Adderall XR What is Adderall? Adderall is a central nervous system stimulant. It affects chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide. Important information about Adderall Do not take Adderall if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), tranylcypromine (Parnate), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), or selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam) within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take Adderall before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, or if you have hardened arteries (arteriosclerosis), heart disease, mode...