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sevelamer
sevelamer (Oral route)se-VEL-a-merCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.RenagelRenvelaAvailable Dosage Forms:TabletPowder for SuspensionCapsuleTherapeutic Class: Phosphate BinderUses For sevelamerSevelamer is used to treat hyperphosphatemia (too much phosphate in the blood) in patients with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.sevelamer is available only wi...
Sevelamer
Sevelamer Generic Name: Sevelamer (se-VEL-a-mer)Brand Name: Examples include Renagel and RenvelaSevelamer is used for:Reducing the amount of phosphorus in the blood in patients with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.Sevelamer is a phosphate binder. It binds with phosphate in the digestive tract, which decreases the amount of phosphate absorbed into the body.Do NOT us...
Sevelamer Powder Packets
Sevelamer Powder PacketsGeneric Name: Sevelamer (se-VEL-a-mer)Brand Name: RenvelaSevelamer Powder Packets are used for:Reducing the amount of phosphorus in the blood in patients with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.Sevelamer Powder Packets are a phosphate binder. It works by binding with phosphate in the digestive tract, which decreases the amount of phosphate absorbed...
Sevelamer
SevelamerPronunciation: (se-VEL-a-mer)Class: Phosphate binderTrade Names:Renagel- Tablets (as hydrochloride) 400 mg- Tablets (as hydrochloride) 800 mgTrade Names:Renvela- Tablets (as carbonate) 800 mg- Suspension, oral (as carbonate) 0.8 g per packet- Suspension, oral (as carbonate) 2.4 g per packetPharmacologyDecreases intestinal phosphate absorption by binding to ph...
Sevelamer Hydrochloride/Carbonate
SevelamerPronunciation: (se-VEL-a-mer)Class: Phosphate binderTrade Names:Renagel- Tablets (as hydrochloride) 400 mg- Tablets (as hydrochloride) 800 mgTrade Names:Renvela- Tablets (as carbonate) 800 mg- Suspension, oral (as carbonate) 0.8 g per packet- Suspension, oral (as carbonate) 2.4 g per packetPharmacologyDecreases intestinal phosphate absorption by binding to ph...
Severent
SeverentGeneric Name: salmeterol (Inhalation route)sal-ME-ter-ol zye-NAF-oh-ateInhalation routeDiskLong-acting beta 2-adrenergic agonists, such as salmeterol, the active ingredient in salmeterol xinafoate inhalation powder, may increase the risk of asthma-related death. Therefore, when treating patients with asthma, salmeterol xinafoate should only be used as additional therapy for patient...
Severent Diskhaler
Severent DiskhalerGeneric Name: salmeterol (Inhalation route)sal-ME-ter-ol zye-NAF-oh-ateInhalation routeDiskLong-acting beta 2-adrenergic agonists, such as salmeterol, the active ingredient in salmeterol xinafoate inhalation powder, may increase the risk of asthma-related death. Therefore, when treating patients with asthma, salmeterol xinafoate should only be used as additional therapy f...
Severent Diskus
Severent DiskusGeneric Name: salmeterol (Inhalation route)sal-ME-ter-ol zye-NAF-oh-ateInhalation routeDiskLong-acting beta 2-adrenergic agonists, such as salmeterol, the active ingredient in salmeterol xinafoate inhalation powder, may increase the risk of asthma-related death. Therefore, when treating patients with asthma, salmeterol xinafoate should only be used as additional therapy for ...
sevoflurane Inhalation, oral/nebulization
sevoflurane (Inhalation route)see-voe-FLOO-raneCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.SojournUltaneUltane AmerinetUltane NovationAvailable Dosage Forms:LiquidTherapeutic Class: Volatile LiquidChemical Class: HaloalkaneUses For sevofluraneSevoflurane belongs to the group of medicines known as general anesthetics. Sevoflurane is used to cause general anesthesia (los...
Sevoflurane
Sevoflurane Generic Name: Sevoflurane (see-voe-FLOO-rane)Brand Name: UltaneSevoflurane is used for:Causing general anesthesia (loss of consciousness) before and during surgery.Sevoflurane is an anesthetic. It works by depressing activity in the central nervous system, which causes loss of consciousness.Do NOT use Sevoflurane if:you are allergic to any ingredient in Sevof...
SF
SFGeneric Name: fluoride topical (FLOR ide TOP i kal)Brand Names: ACT Fluoride Rinse, ACT Kids Fluoride Rinse, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Cinnamon, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Mint, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Spearmint, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Vanilla Mint, Control Rx, Denta 5000 Plus, Dentagel, Ethedent, Fluoridex, Fluoridex Daily Defense, Fluoridex Daily Defense Enhanced Whitening, Fluorigard, Fluorin...
SF 1.1% Gel
SF 1.1% GelGeneric Name: sodium fluoride (Oral route, Dental route, Oromucosal route)SOE-dee-um FLOOR-ideCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.APF GelCaviRinseEtheDentFluorabonFluor-A-DayFluorigardFlura-DropsLozi-FlurLuridePhos-FlurPrevidentSF 1.1% GelIn CanadaFluorosolKoala Pals Fluoride Tooth Gel - Berrylicious FlavorPdfPedi-DentAvailable Dosa...
SF 5000 Plus
SF 5000 PlusGeneric Name: fluoride topical (FLOR ide TOP i kal)Brand Names: ACT Fluoride Rinse, ACT Kids Fluoride Rinse, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Cinnamon, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Mint, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Spearmint, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Vanilla Mint, Control Rx, Denta 5000 Plus, Dentagel, Ethedent, Fluoridex, Fluoridex Daily Defense, Fluoridex Daily Defense Enhanced Whitening, Fluorigar...
sfRowasa
sfRowasaGeneric Name: mesalamine (Rectal route)me-SAL-a-meenCommonly used brand name(s):In the U.S.CanasaRowasasfRowasaIn CanadaMesasalPentasaSalofalkAvailable Dosage Forms:SuppositoryEnemaTherapeutic Class: Gastrointestinal AgentChemical Class: Salicylate, Non-AspirinUses For sfRowasaMesalamine is used to treat inflammatory bowel disease, such as ...
Shark Cartilage
Shark Cartilage Generic Name: Shark Cartilage (Not applicable.)Brand Name: Generics only. No brands available.Shark Cartilage is used for:An addition to cancer therapy to lessen pain and improve appetite. Shark cartilage is also claimed to be useful in psoriasis and arthritis. It may also have other uses. Check with your pharmacist for more details regarding the particular brand y...