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Abrilada Pen: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Adalimumab Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Abrilada Pen? Adalimumab is used alone or in combination with methotrexate to treat rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Adalimumab may also be used in adults and children to treat many inflammatory conditions such as Crohn's disease, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, uveitis, ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis, and hidradenitis suppurativa. Some brand forms of adalimumab are used only in adults. Adalimumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Before you start using adalimumab , tell your doctor if you hav...

Vamorolone: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Vamorolone? Vamorolone is a steroid medicine that is used to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy in people at least 2 years old. Vamorolone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use vamorolone if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Steroids can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to get an infection or worsen an infection you already have. Tell your doctor about any recent, active, or chronic illness, especially a bacterial, fungal or viral infection. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: high blood pressure; a stomach ulcer; a stomach or intestinal disorder such as ulcerat...

Geri-Dryl Allergy Relief: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Diphenhydramine Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Geri-Dryl Allergy Relief? Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms. Diphenhydramine is also used to treat motion sickness, to induce sleep, and to treat certain symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Diphenhydramine sleep aid medicine is not for use in children younger than 12 years old. There are many brands and forms of diphenhydramine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Diphenhydramine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use diphenhydramine i...

Ixchiq: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Chikungunya vaccine, live (cvx 317) Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Ixchiq? This vaccine is used to prevent disease caused by the chikungunya virus in adults that are at high risk of coming into contact with the virus. This vaccine will not treat an active infection that has already developed in the body, and will not protect against other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes. Like any vaccine, the chikungunya vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person. Warnings You should not use chikungunya vaccine if you are allergic to it or its ingredients, or if you have a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicines). Tell your doctor if you ...

Renal Multivitamin: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Multivitamins and minerals Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Renal Multivitamin? This medicine is a combination of many different vitamins and minerals that are normally found in foods and other natural sources. Multivitamins and minerals are used to provide substances that are not taken in through the diet. Multivitamins and minerals are also used to treat vitamin or mineral deficiencies caused by illness, pregnancy, poor nutrition, digestive disorders, certain medications, and many other conditions. Multivitamins and minerals may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Multivitamins and minerals can cause serious or life-threatening side effe...

Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Patch: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Camphor, capsicum, and menthol topical Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Tiger Balm Pain Relieving Patch? Camphor, capsicum, and menthol topical (for the skin) is a combination product used in adults and children at least 12 years old for temporary relief of pain. Camphor, capsicum, and menthol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use camphor, capsicum, and menthol topical if you are allergic to it. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe to use this medicine if you have sensitive skin. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you breastfeed, avoid applying this medicine to ...