Pharmacovigilance
LAXATIVES
OCULAR
PARENTERAL / SUPPLEMENTS
PARENTERAL ANTIBIOTICS/SOLUTIONS FOR INTRAVENOUS USE
PARENTERAL ANTIFUNGAL/SOLUTIONS FOR INTRAVENOUS USE
PARENTERAL DRY ANTIBIOTICS/PENICILLINS
PARENTERAL INJECTABLE SOLUTIONS/AMPOULES
PARENTERAL SOLUTION CONCENTRATES
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XALAPROST belongs to a group of medicines known as prostaglandin analogues. It works by increasing the natural outflow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream. XALAPROST is used to treat conditions known as open angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Both of these conditions are linked with an increase in the pressure within your eye, eventually affecting your eye sight. -
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Induces local anaesthesia for tonometry, removal of corneal foreign bodies, removal of sutures, operations at nasolachrymal duct, preparation for local injection of another medication, short procedures. -
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TEARPROL is a slightly viscous solution that acts as an artificial tear. It is used to treat dry eyes caused by a lack of tears in the eye(s). Replacement of the missing natural tears with an artificial tear helps to soothe and lubricate your eyes and provide relief from irritation. -
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Naphazoline is a sympathomimetic drug which stimulates the α-adrenergic receptors. Instillation to the eye causes constriction of corneal vessels, inhibits hyperemia and creates to the patient a sense of immediate relief. Naphazoline in low concentrations is used in minor local eye irritations. SEPTOBORE combines the adrenergic action of naphazoline with the antiseptic substance boric acid. SEPTOBORE contains a special buffer solution and does not cause eye irritation. SEPTOBORE eye drops is indicated as decongestant for eye relief from the symptoms that accompany mild irritations of the conjunctiva caused by wind, dust, smoke, smog, swimming, contact lenses, eye-strain from reading, car driving or watching television. -
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Pilocarpine is a parasympathomimetic drug which stimulates the cholinergic receptors. When applied topically pilocarpine produces constriction,stimutates the ciliary muscles and increase aqueous humor outflow facility. With the increase in outflow facility, there is a decrease in intraocular pressure (IOP). Miosis following topical application lasts 4-6 hours depending on th concentration of the solution. Pilocarpine may be used in compination with other miotics , beta blockers, carbonic anhydrates inhibitors, sympathomimetic agents. It is indicated in simple open-angle glaucoma, angle-closure glaucoma,chronic and acute.To achieve miosis, after mydriasis caused by mydriatic agents. -
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PHENYLEPHRINE/COOPER contains a mydriatic agent. It is used to enlarge the pupil of your eye. Your doctor or eye specialist may use it to examine your eye more closely or as part of a treatment program. PHENYLEPHRINE/COOPER 5 % is indicated for children, adults and the elderly. PHENYLEPHRINE/COOPER 10% is not indicated for children or the elderly, as this concentration is too strong. The doctor or eye specialist will use an alternative medicine in these patients. -
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Neostigmine injection belongs to a group of medicines used to: • Treat abnormally tired and weak muscles (myasthenia gravis). • Reverse the effects of muscle relaxants. • Improve movement in the small intestine. • Reduce urine retention after surgical procedures. -
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NAFLOXIN belongs to a group of medicines known as quinolone antibiotics. It is used for the treatment of corneal ulcers and some other bacterial infections of the eye(s). -
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NAFLOXIN is an antibiotic belonging to the fluoroquinolone family. The active substance is ciprofloxacin. Ciprofloxacin works by killing bacteria that cause infections. It only works with specific strains of bacteria. Adults NAFLOXIN is used in adults to treat the following bacterial infections: • respiratory tract infections • long lasting or recurring ear or sinus infections • urinary tract infections • infections of the testicles • genital organ infections in women • gastro-intestinal tract infections and intra-abdominal infections • skin and soft tissue infections • bone and joint infections • to treat infections in patients with a very low white blood cell count (neutropenia) • to prevent infections in patients with a very low white blood cell count (neutropenia) • anthrax inhalation exposure If you have a severe infection or one that is caused by more than one type of bacterium, you may be given additional antibiotic treatment in addition to NAFLOXIN. -
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NAFLOXIN is an antibiotic belonging to the fluoroquinolone family. The active substance is ciprofloxacin. Ciprofloxacin works by killing bacteria that cause infections. It only works with specific strains of bacteria. Adults NAFLOXIN is used in adults to treat the following bacterial infections: • respiratory tract infections • long lasting or recurring ear or sinus infections • urinary tract infections • infections of the testicles • genital organ infections in women • gastro-intestinal tract infections and intra-abdominal infections • skin and soft tissue infections • bone and joint infections • to treat infections in patients with a very low white blood cell count (neutropenia) • to prevent infections in patients with a very low white blood cell count (neutropenia) • anthrax inhalation exposure If you have a severe infection or one that is caused by more than one type of bacterium, you may be given additional antibiotic treatment in addition to NAFLOXIN. -
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MIKROBIEL contains the active substance moxifloxacin, which belongs to a group of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones. MIKROBIEL works by killing bacteria that cause infections if they are caused by bacteria that are susceptible to moxifloxacin. MIKROBIEL is used in adults for treating the following bacterial infections: • Infection of the lungs (pneumonia) acquired outside the hospital • Infections of the skin and soft tissue -
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Metronidazole/Cooper has anti-parasitic and antibacterial activity limited to infections due to metronidazole-sensitive species: - Treatment of surgeons (eg liver abscess, intraventricular abscess, peritonitis, biliary infections, obstetric and gynecological infections) and other infections from anaerobic bacteria - Prevention of postoperative infections due to anaerobic bacteria in gastrointestinal or colorectal surgery - Serious localization of the intestine and liver. -
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LITHIMOLE contains a substance called timolol which belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. Timolol lowers the pressure in your eye(s). It is used to treat glaucoma, when the pressure in the eye is raised. -
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The name of your medicine is Levofloxacin/COOPER Solution for Infusion. Solution for Infusion Levofloxacin/COOPER contains a medicine called levofloxacin. Levofloxacin belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics. Levofloxacin is a quinolone antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that causes infections in your body. Levofloxacin/COOPER solution for infusion may be used to treat infections of the: • lungs, in patients with pneumonia, • urinary disorders, including kidney or bladder • prostate gland, where may be long-lasting infection • skin and subcutaneous tissue, including muscles. These are sometimes called "soft tissue". In some special situations, Levofloxacin/Cooper for Infusion may be used to lessen the chances of getting a pulmonary disease called anthrax, or the worsening of the disease if you have been exposed to the bacteria causing anthrax -
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Lens opacity. Cataract. Other opacities of lens (e.g. after cataract surgery). -
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GENTAMICIN/COOPER eye drops, solution is indicated for the local treatment of external infections of the eye and its components, caused by pathogens sensitive to gentamicin sulfate, such as purulent conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, blepharitis and blepharoconjunctivitis, acute meibomianitis and dacryocystitis, wound and burn contamination, foreign bodies of the cornea and conjunctiva, eye surgery. -
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Fungospor is one of a group of medicines called "antifungals". These medicines are used to treat infections caused by fungi including yeasts. Fungospor is used to: Treat fungal infections of the internal organs. -
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FLUROPTIC is used for two different purposes: • Given before and after eye surgery and laser surgery, to control eye inflammation in patients who have been recommended not to use steroids. • Given before an operation to help prevent the pupil becoming smaller during surgery. FLUROPTIC belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). -
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FLUCOVEIN is one of a group of medicines called “antifungals”. The active substance is fluconazole. FLUCOVEIN is used to treat infections caused by fungi and may also be used to stop you from getting candidal infection. The most common cause of fungal infections is a yeast called Candida. Adults You might be given this medicine by your doctor to treat the following types of fungal infections: - Cryptococcal meningitis – a fungal infection in the brain - Coccidioidomycosis – a disease of the bronchopulmonary system - Infections caused by Candida and found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract - Mucosal thrush - infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth You might also be given FLUCOVEIN to: - stop cryptococcal meningitis from coming back - stop mucosal thrush from coming back - stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly) Children and adolescents (0 to 17 years old) You might be given this medicine by your doctor to treat the following types of fungal infections: - Mucosal thrush - infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat - Infections caused by Candida and found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract - Cryptococcal meningitis – a fungal infection in the brain You might also be given FLUCOVEIN to: - stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly) - stop cryptococcal meningitis from coming back -
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FLEELAXAT is a bowl cleanser which acts by increasing the water content of your stool. It is an oral solution and it is available in packages of two 45ml bottles. Every bottle includes a single dose. FLEELAXAT has been prescribed to you for the cleansing of your bowl (large intestine or colon) before an endoscopy, surgery of the large intestine or an X-ray. It is important that your bowl is empty so your doctor can distinguish it better. -
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Treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the eye, such as conjunctivitis, caused by tobramycin susceptible/suspected susceptible bacteria. -
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Irrigation of various sections of the eye during intraocular surgical procedures APPLICATIONS 1) Irrigation of the anterior chamber during cataract surgical procedures as well as other intraocular procedures. 2) Removal of excess a-chymotrypsin from the anterior chamber during the enzymatic lysis of Zinn's Zonule. 3) Irrigation during strabismus surgical procedures and other external-ocular procedures. 4) Maintaining a moistened cornea during surgical procedures. 5) Irrigation of tear ducts. 6) Irrigation of the conjunctival sac after administering fluorescein eye drops. 7) Irrigation for removal of foreign bodies from conjunctival sac. -
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Bowel evacuant for a variety of diagnostic and surgical procedures. Laxative for short - term treatment of constipation; helps relieve faecal impaction. -
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DORZOPTIC PLUS contains two medicines: dorzolamide and timolol. Dorzolamide belongs to a group of medicines called “carbonic anhydrase inhibitors”. Timolol belongs to a group of medicines called “beta blockers”. These medicines lower the pressure in the eye in different ways. DORZOPTIC PLUS is prescribed to lower raised pressure in the eye in the treatment of glaucoma when beta-blocker eyedrop medicine used alone is not adequate.
