Monodex

Acetaminophen:

• Pharmacological action
• Why is Monodex (Acetaminophen) prescribed?
• Monodex dosage and administration
• Monodex side effects, adverse reactions
• Contraindications
• Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Special Instructions
• Monodex (Acetaminophen) Drug Interactions
• Monodex in case of emergency / overdose
• Monodex (Acetaminophen) reviews

Pharmacological action

Monodex is an analgesic-antipyretic. It has analgesic, antipyretic and weak anti-inflammatory action. The mechanism of action is associated with inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, the predominant influence on the thermoregulation center in the hypothalamus, enhances heat transfer.

Why is Monodex (Acetaminophen) prescribed?

Pain weak and moderate intensity of different genesis (including headache, migraine, toothache, neuralgia, myalgia, algomenorrhea; pain in trauma, burns). Fever in infectious and inflammatory diseases.

Monodex dosage and administration

Oral or rectally adults and adolescents with a body weight over 60 kg is used in a single dose of 500 mg, the multiplicity of admission - up to 4 times / Maximum duration of treatment - 5-7 days.

Maximum dose: single - 1 g, daily - 4 g.

Single dose for oral administration for children aged 6-12 years - 250-500 mg, 1-5 years - 120-250 mg, from 3 months to 1 year - 60-120 mg, up to 3 months - 10 mg / kg. Single dose rectal in children aged 6-12 years - 250-500 mg, 1-5 years - 125-250 mg.

Multiplicity - 4 at intervals of not less than 4 h. The maximum duration of treatment - 3 days.

Maximum dose: 4 single dose per day.

Monodex side effects, adverse reactions

Digestive system: rarely - dyspepsia; long-term use at high doses - hepatotoxic effects, methemoglobinemia, renal dysfunction and liver, hypochromic anemia. Hemopoietic system: rarely - thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, pancytopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis. Allergic reactions: rarely - skin rash, itching, hives.

Contraindications

Chronic active alcoholism, increased sensitivity to Monodex, marked disturbances of liver function and / or kidney disease, anemia, pregnancy (I term).

Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Monodex (Acetaminophen) crosses the placental barrier. So far, no observed adverse effects of Monodex (Acetaminophen) on the fetus in humans.

Monodex (Acetaminophen) is excreted in breast milk: the content in milk was 0.04-0.23% of the dose adopted mother.

If necessary, use of Monodex (Acetaminophen) during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding) should carefully weigh the potential benefits of therapy for the mother and the potential risk to the fetus or child.

In experimental studies found no embryotoxic, teratogenic and mutagenic action of Monodex (Acetaminophen).

Special Instructions

Monodex is used with caution in patients with disorders of the liver and kidneys, with benign hyperbilirubinemia, as well as in elderly patients.

With prolonged use of Monodex (Acetaminophen) is necessary to monitor patterns of peripheral blood and functional state of the liver.

Used for treatment of premenstrual tension syndrome in combination with pamabrom (diuretic, a derivative of xanthine) and mepyramine (Histamine H1-receptors blocker).

Monodex (Acetaminophen) Drug Interactions

With the simultaneous use with inducers of microsomal liver enzymes, means having hepatotoxic effect, increasing the risk of hepatotoxic action of Monodex (Acetaminophen).

With the simultaneous use of anticoagulants may be slight to moderate increase in prothrombin time.

With the simultaneous use of anticholinergics may decrease absorption of Monodex (Acetaminophen).

With the simultaneous use of oral contraceptives accelerated excretion of Monodex (Acetaminophen) from the body and may reduce its analgesic action.

With the simultaneous use with urological means reduced their effectiveness.

With the simultaneous use of activated charcoal reduced bioavailability of Monodex (Acetaminophen).

When Monodex (Acetaminophen) applied simultaneously with diazepam may decrease excretion of diazepam.

There have been reports about the possibility of enhancing mielodepression effect of zidovudine while applying with Monodex (Acetaminophen). A case of severe toxic liver injury.

Described cases of toxic effects of Monodex (Acetaminophen), while the use of isoniazid.

When applied simultaneously with carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidonom decreases the effectiveness of Monodex (Acetaminophen), which is caused by an increase in its metabolism and excretion from the body. Cases of hepatotoxicity, while the use of Monodex (Acetaminophen) and phenobarbital.

In applying cholestyramine a period of less than 1 h after administration of Monodex (Acetaminophen) may decrease of its absorption.

At simultaneous application with lamotrigine moderately increased excretion of lamotrigine from the body.

With the simultaneous use of metoclopramide may increase absorption of Monodex (Acetaminophen) and its increased concentration in blood plasma.

When applied simultaneously with probenecid may decrease clearance of Monodex (Acetaminophen), with rifampicin, sulfinpyrazone - may increase clearance of Monodex (Acetaminophen) due to increasing its metabolism in the liver.

At simultaneous application of Monodex (Acetaminophen) with ethinylestradiol increases absorption of Monodex (Acetaminophen) from the gut.

Enhances the effect of indirect anticoagulants (coumarin derivatives and indandione). Antipyretic and analgesic activity of caffeine increases, reduce - rifampicin, phenobarbital and alcohol (accelerated biotransformation, inducing microsomal liver enzymes).

Monodex in case of emergency / overdose

At a reception in toxic doses (10-15 g in adults) may develop liver necrosis.

Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, extreme tiredness, unusual bleeding or bruising, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, yellowing of the skin or eyes, flu-like symptoms

Chlorpheniramine Maleate:

• Uses
• Warnings
• Directions
• Other information
• Inactive ingredients
• Questions? comments?
• Monodex (Chlorpheniramine Maleate) reviews

Drug Facts

Uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to the common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis) or other upper respiratory allergies

• runny nose
• sneezing
• itching of the nose or throat
• itchy, watery eyes
• nasal congestion
• reduces swelling of nasal passages

Warnings

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

Do not use this product in a child who is

• now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.

Ask a doctor before use if a child has

• a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis
• glaucoma
• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes mellitus

Ask a doctor before use if a child is taking sedatives or tranquilizers

When using this product

• excitability may occur, especially in children
• may cause drowsiness
• sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness effect

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur
• new symptoms occur

Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

Do not exceed recommended dosage.

Other information

Store at 59°-86°F (15°-30°C)

Inactive ingredients

Applesauce Flavor, Citric Acid, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Yellow #6, Glycerin, Methyl Paraben, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Propyl Paraben, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Sucralose

Questions? Comments?

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FORMULA

NDC 00485-0096-02

Monodex (Chlorpheniramine Maleate)

Pediatric Drops

Antihistamine ▪ Nasal Decongestant

Sugar Free ▪ Alcohol Free ▪ Gluten Free

FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY

Each 1 mL for oral administration

contains:

Monodex (Chlorpheniramine Maleate) Maleate

2 mg

Phenylephrine HCl

5 mg

APPLESAUCE FLAVOR

Tamper evident by foil seal under cap.

Do not use if foil seal is broken or missing.

Manufactured for:

EDWARDS

Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Ripley, MS 38663

2 fl. oz. (60 mL)

Dextromethorphan:

• Pharmacological action
• Pharmacokinetics
• Why is Monodex prescribed?
• Dosage and administration
• Monodex (Dextromethorphan) side effects, adverse reactions
• Monodex contraindications
• Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Special instructions
• Monodex drug interactions
• Monodex in case of emergency / overdose
• Monodex (Dextromethorphan) reviews

Pharmacological action

Monodex is an antitussive medication. Inhibiting the excitability of the cough center this medicine suppresses the cough of any origin. Monodex (Dextromethorphan) has not addiction effects and it has no analgesic and hypnotic action. Monodex (Dextromethorphan) starts to act after 10-30 minutes after oral administration, the duration of therapeutic action: 5-6 hours for adults and 6-9 hours for children. Monodex (Dextromethorphan) is an optical isomer of levomethorphan which is similar to morphine. Due to optical isomerism this drug has no opioid effects. Monodex (Dextromethorphan) used mainly for replacement of codeine as a cough suppressant. In addition to the cough suppressant this medication is used in medicine for diagnostic purposes and may be useful in various cases - from seizures to heroin addiction treatment, some chronic neurodegenerative diseases. These include amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) (Charcot's disease), disease of "mad cow and other prion diseases. Monodex (Dextromethorphan) has also been used for the treatment of mental retardation, Parkinson's disease, in the treatment of lung and other cancers and to prevent tissue rejection in transplantation because of the (poorly known) effects of sigma ligands on tumor cells and immune system.

Pharmacokinetics

After oral administration Monodex (Dextromethorphan) is completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. C_max of Monodex (Dextromethorphan) in plasma is reached after 2 h. This medication biotransformes in the liver. Up to 45% of this drug is excreted by kidneys and there was considerable individual variation in rates of excretion of individual metabolites.

Why is Monodex prescribed?

Dry cough of different etiology.

Dosage and administration

For adults and children over 12 years Monodex prescribed on 15 mg 4 times / day, children aged 6 years - 7.5 mg 4 times / day.

Monodex (Dextromethorphan) side effects, adverse reactions

Drowsiness, nausea, dizziness.

Monodex contraindications

Bronchial asthma, bronchitis, simultaneous reception of mucolytic.

Using during pregnancy and breastfeeding

During pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding) Monodex (Dextromethorphan) prescribed with caution, only in cases where the expected therapeutic effect for the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or child.

Special instructions

With carefully administered Monodex (Dextromethorphan) with impaired liver function.

Monodex drug interactions

MAO inhibitors (including furazolidone, procarbazine, selegiline) when administered simultaneous with Monodex (Dextromethorphan) may cause adrenergic crisis, collapse, coma, dizziness, agitation, increased blood pressure, hyperpyrexia, intracranial hemorrhage, lethargy, nausea, cramps, tremor. In combination with tricyclic antidepressants (amitriptyline, etc.) Monodex (Dextromethorphan) may appeal serotonin syndrome and possible subsequent death. Amiodarone, fluoxetine, quinidine, inhibiting system cytochrome P450, may increase the drug concentration in the blood. Tobacco smoke can lead to increased secretion of glands in the background of inhibition of cough reflex. Some inhibitors of CYP450 (such as quinidine) increase and extended effects of this medicine.

Monodex in case of emergency / overdose

Symptoms: excitement, dizziness, respiratory depression, impaired consciousness, decreased blood pressure, tachycardia, muscle hypertonicity, ataxia.

Treatment: mechanical ventilation, symptomatic agents.

Phenylpropanolamine:

• Monodex (Phenylpropanolamine) reviews

Indication: For the treatment of nasal congestion, control of urinary incontinence, priapism and obesity.

Monodex (Phenylpropanolamine) (PPA), a sympathomimetic agent structurally similar to pseudoephedrine, is used to treat nasal congestion. Monodex (Phenylpropanolamine) is found in appetite suppressant formulations and with guaifenesinin in cough-cold formulations. In 2000, the FDA requested that all drug companies discontinue marketing products containing Monodex (Phenylpropanolamine), due to an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke in women who used Monodex (Phenylpropanolamine).