Drugs A-Z List
Diseases & Conditions A-Z List
Herbs & Supplements
Medical Dictionary
Popular Drugs
Popular Diseases & Conditions
Drugs A-Z list
Drugs A-Z List - «N»:
naloxone and pentazocine
naloxone and pentazocineGeneric Name: naloxone and pentazocine (oral) (nal OX one and pen TAZ oh seen)Brand Names: Talwin NXWhat is naloxone and pentazocine?Pentazocine is in a group of drugs called narcotic pain relievers.Naloxone is an special narcotic drug that reverses the effects of other narcotic medicines.The combination of naloxone and pentazocine is used to treat moderate-...
Naloxone Hydrochloride
Naloxone HydrochloridePronunciation: (NAL-ox-ohn HIGH-droe-KLOR-ide)Class: AntidoteTrade Names:Naloxone Hydrochloride- Neonatal injection 0.02 mg/mLTrade Names:Narcan- Injection 0.4 mg/mLPharmacologyEvidence suggests that naloxone antagonizes opioid effects by competing for opiate receptor sites in the CNS.PharmacokineticsDistributionRapidly distributed in the body an...
Naloxone/Pentazocine
Naloxone/Pentazocine Generic Name: Naloxone/Pentazocine (nal-OX-one/pen-TAZ-oh-seen)Brand Name: Talwin NxNaloxone/Pentazocine should only be taken by mouth. Life-threatening and sometimes fatal side effects may occur if Naloxone/Pentazocine is administered by injection.Naloxone/Pentazocine is used for:Treating moderate to severe pain.Naloxone/Pentazocine is an analges...
Nalphen
NalphenGeneric Name: chlorpheniramine/ phenyltoloxamine/ phenylephrine/ phenylpropanolamine (klor fen IR a meen/fen ill toe LOX a meen/fen ill EFF rin/fen ill proe pa NOLE a meen)Brand Names: Andecon Pediatric Drops, Naldecon, Naldelate, Nalgest, Nalphen, Nalspan, Prop-A-Hist, Sinucon, Uni Decon, West-DeconWhat is Nalphen (chlorpheniramine/ phenyltoloxamine/ phenylephrine/ phenylpropano...
Nalspan
NalspanGeneric Name: chlorpheniramine/ phenyltoloxamine/ phenylephrine/ phenylpropanolamine (klor fen IR a meen/fen ill toe LOX a meen/fen ill EFF rin/fen ill proe pa NOLE a meen)Brand Names: Andecon Pediatric Drops, Naldecon, Naldelate, Nalgest, Nalphen, Nalspan, Prop-A-Hist, Sinucon, Uni Decon, West-DeconWhat is Nalspan (chlorpheniramine/ phenyltoloxamine/ phenylephrine/ phenylpropano...
naltrexone
naltrexoneGeneric Name: naltrexone (oral) (nal TREX own)Brand Names: ReViaWhat is naltrexone oral?Naltrexone oral is an special narcotic drug that blocks the effects of other narcotic medicines and alcohol.Naltrexone oral is used to treat narcotic drug or alcohol addiction..Naltrexone oral may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.What is the most im...
naltrexone injection
naltrexoneGeneric Name: naltrexone (injection) (nal TREX own)Brand Names: VivitrolWhat is naltrexone injection?Naltrexone injection is a special narcotic drug that blocks the effects of other narcotic medicines and alcohol.Naltrexone injection is used to treat narcotic drug or alcohol addiction..Naltrexone injection may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication ...
Naltrexone
NaltrexoneBrand names: VivitrolWhy is Naltrexone prescribed?Vivitrol is used to treat alcohol dependence.Most important fact about NaltrexoneVivitrol may cause damage to your liver. If you already have liver problems, tell your doctor before beginning treatment with Naltrexone.Vivitrol also may cause depression and suicidal thoughts.How should you take Naltrexon...
naltrexone
naltrexone (Oral route)nal-TREX-oneIntramuscular routePowder for Suspension, Extended ReleaseNaltrexone has the capacity to cause hepatocellular injury when given in excessive doses.Naltrexone is contraindicated in acute hepatitis or liver failure, and its use in patients with active liver disease must be carefully considered in light of its hepatotoxic effects.The margin of separation b...
naltrexone Intramuscular
naltrexone (Intramuscular route)nal-TREX-oneIntramuscular routePowder for Suspension, Extended ReleaseNaltrexone has the capacity to cause hepatocellular injury when given in excessive doses.Naltrexone is contraindicated in acute hepatitis or liver failure, and its use in patients with active liver disease must be carefully considered in light of its hepatotoxic effects.The margin of sep...
Naltrexone
Naltrexone Generic Name: Naltrexone (nal-TREX-ohn)Brand Name: ReviaNaltrexone can cause liver problems when given in large doses. Stop using Naltrexone and seek immediate medical help if symptoms of liver problems develop, such as abdominal or stomach pain for more than a few days, white bowel movements, yellowing of the eyes or skin, or dark urine. Naltrexone must not be used in patien...
Naltrexone
Naltrexone Generic Name: Naltrexone (nal-TREX-ohn)Brand Name: ReviaNaltrexone can cause liver problems when given in large doses. Stop using Naltrexone and seek immediate medical help if symptoms of liver problems develop, such as abdominal or stomach pain for more than a few days, white bowel movements, yellowing of the eyes or skin, or dark urine. Naltrexone must not be used in patien...
Naltrexone hydrochloride
Naltrexone hydrochlorideBrand names: ReViaWhy is Naltrexone hydrochloride prescribed?ReVia is prescribed to treat alcohol dependence and narcotic addiction. ReVia is not a cure. You must be ready to make a change and be willing to undertake a comprehensive treatment program that includes professional counseling, support groups, and close medical supervision.Most...
Naltrexone Hydrochloride
Naltrexone HydrochloridePronunciation: (nal-TREX-one HYE-droe-KLOR-ide)Class: AntidoteTrade Names:ReVia- Tablets 50 mgTrade Names:Vivitrol- Suspension, extended-release injection 380 mg per vialPharmacologyOpioid receptor antagonist markedly attenuating or completely blocking, reversibly, the subjective effects of IV administered opioids.PharmacokineticsAbsorptionRapi...
Namenda
NamendaGeneric name: MemantineBrand names: NamendaWhy is Namenda prescribed?Namenda is a new kind of medication used for treating moderate to severe Alzheimer's disease. While other Alzheimer's drugs work to prevent the breakdown of the brain chemical acetylcholine, Namenda works by targeting glutamate. Both chemicals are associated with memory and learning. Studies show that...