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Polymox Amoxicillin

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat a number of bacterial infections.[3] These include middle ear infection, strep throat, pneumonia, skin infections, and urinary tract infections among others.[3] It is taken by mouth, or less commonly by injection.[3][4] Common adverse effects include nausea and rash.[3] It may also increase the risk of yeast infections and, when used in combination with clavulanic acid, d...

Polydine Povidone-Iodine

Povidone-iodine (PVP-I), also known as iodopovidone, is an antiseptic used for skin disinfection before and after surgery.[1][2] It may be used both to disinfect the hands of healthcare providers and the skin of the person they are caring for.[2] It may also be used for minor wounds.[2] It may be applied to the skin as a liquid or a powder.[2] Side effects include skin irritation and sometimes swelling.[1&...

Polytrim Polymyxin B + Trimethoprim

Polymyxin B, sold under the brand name Poly-Rx among others, is an antibiotic used to treat meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis, and urinary tract infections.[1] While it is useful for many Gram negative infections, it is not useful for Gram positive infections.[1] It can be given by injection into a vein, muscle, or cerebrospinal fluid or inhaled.[1] The injectable form is generally only used if other options are not available.[2] It ...

Polycitra Citric Acid + Potassium Citrate + Sodium Citrate

Potassium citrate (also known as tripotassium citrate) is a potassium salt of citric acid with the molecular formula K3C6H5O7. It is a white, hygroscopic crystalline powder. It is odorless with a saline taste. It contains 38.28% potassium by mass. In the monohydrate form, it is highly hygroscopic and deliquescent. As a food additive, potassium citrate is used to regulate acidity, and is known as E number E332. Medicinally, it may be used to control kidney stones derived from uric acid or cyst...

Polygam S/D Immune Globulin IV, IVIG, IGIV

Immunoglobulin therapy is the use of a mixture of antibodies (normal human immunoglobulin or NHIG) to treat a number of health conditions.[1][2] These conditions include primary immunodeficiency, immune thrombocytopenic purpura, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, Kawasaki disease, certain cases of HIV/AIDS and measles, Guillain-Barré syndrome, and certain other infections when a more specific immunoglobulin is not available.[1&#...

Polygesic Acetaminophen + Hydrocodone

Hydrocodone/paracetamol (also known as hydrocodone/acetaminophen) is the combination of the pain medications hydrocodone and paracetamol (acetaminophen).[1] It is used to treat moderate to severe pain.[1][2] It is taken orally. [1] Recreational use is common in the United States.[3][4] Common side effects include dizziness, sleepiness, constipation, and vomiting.[1][2&#9...

Ak-Poly-Bac Bacitracin + Polymyxin B

Bacitracin[1] is a polypeptide antibiotic. It is a mixture of related cyclic peptides produced by Bacillus licheniformis bacteria, that was first isolated from the variety "Tracy I" (ATCC 10716) in 1945.[2] These peptides disrupt Gram-positive bacteria by interfering with cell wall and peptidoglycan synthesis. Bacitracin is primarily used as a topical preparation, as it can cause kidney damage when used internally.[3] It is generally safe when u...

Polycillin Ampicillin

Ampicillin is an antibiotic used to prevent and treat a number of bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, salmonellosis, and endocarditis.[3] It may also be used to prevent group B streptococcal infection in newborns.[3] It is used by mouth, by injection into a muscle, or intravenously.[3] Common side effects include rash, nausea, and diarrhea.[3] It should not be used in ...

Polycitra-K Citric Acid + Potassium Citrate

Potassium citrate (also known as tripotassium citrate) is a potassium salt of citric acid with the molecular formula K3C6H5O7. It is a white, hygroscopic crystalline powder. It is odorless with a saline taste. It contains 38.28% potassium by mass. In the monohydrate form, it is highly hygroscopic and deliquescent. As a food additive, potassium citrate is used to regulate acidity, and is known as E number E332. Medicinally, it may be used to control kidney stones derived from uric acid or cyst...

Polymyxin B Drug Index

Polymyxin B, sold under the brand name Poly-Rx among others, is an antibiotic used to treat meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis, and urinary tract infections.[1] While it is useful for many Gram negative infections, it is not useful for Gram positive infections.[1] It can be given by injection into a vein, muscle, or cerebrospinal fluid or inhaled.[1] The injectable form is generally only used if other options are not available.[2] It ...

Polysporin Bacitracin + Polymyxin B

Bacitracin/polymyxin B (trade name Polysporin among others) is a topical antibiotic cream or ointment.[1] The active ingredients are polymyxin B, bacitracin and occasionally garamycin or gramicidin. Though Polysporin is marketed in the United States, it holds a much smaller market share than in Canada and acts as a substitute to J&J's Neosporin for those allergic to the antibiotic neomycin; although allergy to Bacitracin/Polymyxin B has also been reported.[2&#9...

Polycitra-LC Citric Acid + Potassium Citrate + Sodium Citrate

Potassium citrate (also known as tripotassium citrate) is a potassium salt of citric acid with the molecular formula K3C6H5O7. It is a white, hygroscopic crystalline powder. It is odorless with a saline taste. It contains 38.28% potassium by mass. In the monohydrate form, it is highly hygroscopic and deliquescent. As a food additive, potassium citrate is used to regulate acidity, and is known as E number E332. Medicinally, it may be used to control kidney stones derived from uric acid or cyst...

Polythiazide Drug Index

Polythiazide is a thiazide diuretic.[1][2] A diuretic is any substance that promotes the production of urine. References .mw-parser-output .reflist{font-size:90%;margin-bottom:0.5em;list-style-type:decimal}.mw-parser-output .reflist .references{font-size:100%;margin-bottom:0;list-style-type:inherit}.mw-parser-output .reflist-columns-2{column-width:30em}.mw-parser-output .reflist-columns-3{column-width:25em}.mw-parser-output .reflist-columns{margin-top:0.3em}...

Polyxamer 188 Drug Index

this was prescribed by my Pediatrician for congestion ## This is only the abbreviation of the name, so I cannot find any information for you, if possible, please post back with the full name or the NDC number from the packaging. Thanks. ## 50991-412-15

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i feel pain in my upper neck and i been treated for my neck sprain, but i felt pain near upper corner of my head. ## Neck pain from sprains will often radiate and cause pain elsewhere, such as in your upper back, shoulders and head. Polynerv contains a complex of B vitamins, it is a nutritional supplement that is often given to people that suffer from certain types of nerve pain, because it has been shown that a deficiency in them can cause or aggravate such conditions. Learn more: Are there any questions? ## Hi 27 female taking poly nerve 500 green without dr. Prescription and i notice some improvement on my lower back pain abd as semi vegetarian i notices that my memory function improves im taking it every morning could i take it also a night is it safe taking it twice a day? ## Good ...

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GREEN TABLET ## polynerve brand name and generic name ## This isn't available in the US, so information isn't readily available, here's a link to some information from a company that provides it: PolyNerv Click Here ## What are the vitamin contents of Polynerve 500? What are its contraindications? Can it be purchase over-the-counter? ## hi i just want to know if polynerve 500 is good for patient suffered from bells palsy? ## HOW LONG IT WILL TAKE THE EFFECT OF POLYNERVE 500 GREEN TAB. IN A BELLS PALSY PATIENT?

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Polycarbophil Drug Index

Polycarbophil calcium (INN) is a drug used as a stool stabilizer. Chemically, it is a synthetic polymer of polyacrylic acid cross-linked with divinyl glycol, with calcium as a counter-ion. Contents 1 Clinical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 References 4 Further reading Clinical uses It is used as stool stabilizer to treat constipation, diarrhea and abdominal discomfort. Bulk laxatives absorb liquid in the intestines and swell to form a soft bulky stool. The bulky mass stimulates the intestina...

## need ingredients in poly vent forte ## does it have codeine in it ## Some information on Poly-Vent: 'Poly-Vent contains Guaifenesin and Phenylpropanolamine Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It is used to break up congestion and mucous to make breathing easier. Guaifenesin thins mucous, increases lubrication of the respiratory tract (lungs, nose and throat), and increases the removal of mucous. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant. It constricts (shrinks) blood vessels (veins and arteries), which reduces swelling of mucous membranes in areas such as the nose and sinuses. Guaifenesin and phenylpropanolamine is used to treat the symptoms of the common cold and of infections of the sinuses, lungs, and throat.' From what I know the FDA considers Phenylpropanolamine a risky chemical....

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dosage in taking polynerv forte ## just want to know the cure coz i was taking it before ## The dosage is listed as being 2 to 4 tablets, daily, depending on the amount your medical provider will best help you. This medications contains Paracetamol, along with a complex of B vitamins to help with pain, and overall health. The NIH lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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