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Iopidine Drops
Iopidine DropsGeneric Name: Apraclonidine (app-rah-KLOE-nih-deen)Brand Name: IopidineIopidine Drops are used for:Controlling or preventing high fluid pressure within the eye following certain types of eye surgery.Iopidine Drops are an alpha-adrenergic agonist. It works by decreasing fluid formation inside the eye, which helps to lower the pressure inside the eye.Do NOT use Iopi...
Iopidine Drops
Iopidine DropsGeneric Name: Apraclonidine (app-rah-KLOE-nih-deen)Brand Name: IopidineIopidine Drops are used for:Controlling or preventing high fluid pressure within the eye following certain types of eye surgery.Iopidine Drops are an alpha-adrenergic agonist. It works by decreasing fluid formation inside the eye, which helps to lower the pressure inside the eye.Do NOT use Iopi...
ioversol
ioversol
Generic Name: ioversol (eye oh VERS ol)
Brand Names: Optiray 160, Optiray 240, Optiray 300, Optiray 320, Optiray 350
What is ioversol?
Ioversol is in a group of drugs called radiopaque (RAY dee oh payk) contrast agents. Ioversol contains iodine, a substance that absorbs x-rays. Radiopaque contrast agents are used to allow blood vessels, organs, and other non-bony tissues to be seen more...
Ipecac Syrup
Ipecac SyrupGeneric Name: Ipecac (IP-eh-kak)Brand Name: Generic only. No brands availableIpecac Syrup is used for:Causing vomiting in emergency situations (eg, poisoning, overdose).Ipecac Syrup is an emetic. It works by irritating the stomach lining and stimulating the vomiting center of the brain.Do NOT use Ipecac Syrup if:you are allergic to any ingredient in Ipecac Syrup...
ipecac syrup
ipecac syrup (Oral route)Commonly used brand name(s):In CanadaJack & Jill Cough SyrupAvailable Dosage Forms:SyrupTherapeutic Class: EmeticUses For ipecac syrupIpecac is used in the emergency treatment of certain kinds of poisoning. It is used to cause vomiting of the poison.Only the syrup form of ipecac should be used. A bottle of ipecac labeled as being Ipecac Fluide...
Ipecac Syrup
Ipecac SyrupPronunciation: (IPP-uh-kak)Class: AntidoteTrade Names:Ipecac- Syrup Ipecac, USPPharmacologyProduces vomiting by local irritant effect and stimulation of chemoreceptor trigger zone.PharmacokineticsEliminationEliminated very slowly. May be detected up to 60 days in urine.PeakWithin 20 to 30 min.Duration20 to 25 min.Indications and UsageTreatment of dru...
Iplex
IplexGeneric Name: mecasermin (Subcutaneous route)me-ka-SER-minCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.IncrelexIplexAvailable Dosage Forms:SolutionTherapeutic Class: Endocrine-Metabolic AgentUses For IplexMecasermin is a synthetic (man-made) version of insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) hormone. IGF-1 is produced in the liver and plays an important role in childhoo...
Ipol
IpolGeneric Name: polio vaccine (IPV) (POE lee oh)Brand Names: IpolWhat is polio vaccine?Polio affects the central nervous system and spinal cord. It can cause muscle weakness and paralysis. Polio is a life-threatening condition because it can paralyze the muscles that help you breathe.The polio vaccine is used to help prevent these diseases in children.This vaccine works by exposi...
Ipol
IpolGeneric Name: poliovirus vaccine, inactivated (Injection route)POE-lee-oh VYE-rus vak-SEEN, in-AK-ti-vatedCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.IpolAvailable Dosage Forms:InjectableSuspensionTherapeutic Class: VaccineUses For IpolPoliovirus vaccine is an active immunizing agent used to prevent poliomyelitis (polio). It works by causing your body to produce its ow...
Ipol
Ipol Generic Name: Poliovirus Vaccine (poe-LEE-oh-VYE-russ)Brand Name: IpolIpol is used for:Preventing polio.Ipol is a vaccine. It works by stimulating the body to create antibodies, which provides protection against the polio virus.Do NOT use Ipol if:you are allergic to any ingredient in Ipol , including 2-phenoxyethanol, formaldehyde, streptomycin, polymyxin B, or neom...
ipratropium nasal
ipratropiumGeneric Name: ipratropium (nasal) (IP ra TRO pee um)Brand Names: Atrovent NasalWhat is ipratropium nasal?Ipratropium nasal is used to treat runny nose caused by seasonal allergies (hay fever). This medication will not treat stuffy nose, sneezing, or cough.Ipratropium nasal may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.What is the most important ...
ipratropium Nasal
ipratropium (Nasal route)ip-ra-TROE-pee-umCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.AtroventAvailable Dosage Forms:SprayTherapeutic Class: Nasal AgentPharmacologic Class: AnticholinergicUses For ipratropiumIpratropium nasal spray is used to relieve runny nose (rhinorrhea).The 0.03% nasal solution is used to relieve a runny nose associated with allergic and nonallergic pe...
ipratropium Inhalation, oral/nebulization
ipratropium (Inhalation route)ip-ra-TROE-pee-umCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.AtroventAvailable Dosage Forms:SolutionAerosol PowderTherapeutic Class: BronchodilatorPharmacologic Class: AnticholinergicUses For ipratropiumIpratropium is a bronchodilator (medicine that opens up narrowed breathing passages). It is taken by inhalation to help control the symptoms o...
Ipratropium Aerosol Suspension
Ipratropium Aerosol SuspensionGeneric Name: Ipratropium (i-pra-TROE-pee-um)Brand Name: AtroventIpratropium Aerosol Suspension is used for:Treating and preventing bronchospasm (wheezing or difficulty breathing) associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may ...
Ipratropium Solution
Ipratropium SolutionGeneric Name: Ipratropium (i-pra-TROE-pee-um)Brand Name: Generic only. No brands available.Ipratropium Solution is used for:Treating and preventing bronchospasm (wheezing or difficulty breathing) associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) including chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It...