Friday, October 28, 2016

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Medications


Definition of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: Development of characteristic symptoms following a psychologically traumatic event that is generally outside the range of usual human experience; symptoms include numbed responsiveness to environmental stimuli, a variety of autonomic and cognitive dysfunctions, and dysphoria. More...

Drugs associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.

Learn more about Post Traumatic Stress Disorder





Drug List:


Dioxaflex Gel




Dioxaflex Gel may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Dioxaflex Gel



Diclofenac

Diclofenac is reported as an ingredient of Dioxaflex Gel in the following countries:


  • Peru

International Drug Name Search


Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis Medications


Definition of Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis: A connective tissue disease, which is characterized by inflammation and degeneration of the muscles.

Drugs associated with Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis

The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.

Learn more about Polymyositis/Dermatomyositis





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Thursday, October 27, 2016

Virmen Topico




Virmen Topico may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Virmen Topico



Acyclovir

Aciclovir is reported as an ingredient of Virmen Topico in the following countries:


  • Spain

International Drug Name Search


Noneston




Noneston may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Noneston



Sulpiride

Sulpiride is reported as an ingredient of Noneston in the following countries:


  • Greece

International Drug Name Search


Dantron 8




Dantron 8 may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Dantron 8



Ondansetron

Ondansetron hydrochloride dihydrate (a derivative of Ondansetron) is reported as an ingredient of Dantron 8 in the following countries:


  • South Africa

International Drug Name Search


Damizol




Damizol may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Damizol



Midazolam

Midazolam is reported as an ingredient of Damizol in the following countries:


  • Greece

International Drug Name Search


Nicométhanol




Nicométhanol may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Nicométhanol



Nicotinyl Alcohol

Nicométhanol (DCF) is also known as Nicotinyl Alcohol (USAN)

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

DCFDénomination Commune Française
USANUnited States Adopted Name

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Naproxene sodico Dorom




Naproxene sodico Dorom may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Naproxene sodico Dorom



Naproxen

Naproxen sodium salt (a derivative of Naproxen) is reported as an ingredient of Naproxene sodico Dorom in the following countries:


  • Italy

International Drug Name Search


Oftalmolosa Cusi Prednisona Neomicina




Oftalmolosa Cusi Prednisona Neomicina may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Oftalmolosa Cusi Prednisona Neomicina



Neomycin

Neomycin sulfate (a derivative of Neomycin) is reported as an ingredient of Oftalmolosa Cusi Prednisona Neomicina in the following countries:


  • Spain

Prednisone

Prednisone is reported as an ingredient of Oftalmolosa Cusi Prednisona Neomicina in the following countries:


  • Spain

International Drug Name Search


Selectol




Selectol may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Selectol



Celiprolol

Celiprolol hydrochloride (a derivative of Celiprolol) is reported as an ingredient of Selectol in the following countries:


  • Austria

  • Belgium

  • Chile

  • Finland

  • Germany

  • Greece

  • Hong Kong

  • Ireland

  • Japan

  • Luxembourg

  • Switzerland

International Drug Name Search


Sonke-LamiNevStav




Sonke-LamiNevStav may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sonke-LamiNevStav



Lamivudine

Lamivudine is reported as an ingredient of Sonke-LamiNevStav in the following countries:


  • South Africa

Nevirapine

Nevirapine is reported as an ingredient of Sonke-LamiNevStav in the following countries:


  • South Africa

Stavudine

Stavudine is reported as an ingredient of Sonke-LamiNevStav in the following countries:


  • South Africa

International Drug Name Search


Odanon




Odanon may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Odanon



Carbazochrome

Carbazochrome sodium sulfonate (a derivative of Carbazochrome) is reported as an ingredient of Odanon in the following countries:


  • Japan

International Drug Name Search


Zyrona




Zyrona may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Zyrona



Cyproterone

Cyproterone 17α-acetate (a derivative of Cyproterone) is reported as an ingredient of Zyrona in the following countries:


  • Denmark

  • Sweden

Ethinylestradiol

Ethinylestradiol is reported as an ingredient of Zyrona in the following countries:


  • Denmark

  • Sweden

International Drug Name Search


Opicillin




Opicillin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Opicillin



Ampicillin

Ampicillin trihydrate (a derivative of Ampicillin) is reported as an ingredient of Opicillin in the following countries:


  • Indonesia

International Drug Name Search


Doxilamina




Doxilamina may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Doxilamina



Doxylamine

Doxilamina (DCIT) is known as Doxylamine in the US.

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

DCITDenominazione Comune Italiana

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Sulfate de Magnesium




Sulfate de Magnesium may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sulfate de Magnesium



Magnesium Sulfate

Magnesium Sulfate is reported as an ingredient of Sulfate de Magnesium in the following countries:


  • Tunisia

International Drug Name Search


Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Scholl Medicinski flaster




Scholl Medicinski flaster may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Scholl Medicinski flaster



Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Scholl Medicinski flaster in the following countries:


  • Croatia (Hrvatska)

International Drug Name Search


Sibital




Sibital may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sibital



Phenobarbital

Phenobarbital sodium salt (a derivative of Phenobarbital) is reported as an ingredient of Sibital in the following countries:


  • Indonesia

International Drug Name Search


Dobucor




Dobucor may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Dobucor



Dobutamine

Dobutamine hydrochloride (a derivative of Dobutamine) is reported as an ingredient of Dobucor in the following countries:


  • Spain

International Drug Name Search


Unipres




In the US, Unipres is a member of the drug class antihypertensive combinations and is used to treat High Blood Pressure.

Ingredient matches for Unipres



Nitrendipine

Nitrendipine is reported as an ingredient of Unipres in the following countries:


  • Czech Republic

  • Hungary

  • Lithuania

  • Romania

  • Slovenia

International Drug Name Search


Hamiltosin




Hamiltosin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Hamiltosin



Cetirizine

Cetirizine dihydrochloride (a derivative of Cetirizine) is reported as an ingredient of Hamiltosin in the following countries:


  • Greece

International Drug Name Search


Volmagen




Volmagen may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Volmagen



Diclofenac

Diclofenac sodium salt (a derivative of Diclofenac) is reported as an ingredient of Volmagen in the following countries:


  • Japan

International Drug Name Search


Omeprazol Kern




Omeprazol Kern may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Omeprazol Kern



Omeprazole

Omeprazole is reported as an ingredient of Omeprazol Kern in the following countries:


  • Spain

International Drug Name Search


Symmetrel




In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.


In the US, Symmetrel (amantadine systemic) is a member of the following drug classes: adamantane antivirals, dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents and is used to treat Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Extrapyramidal Reaction, Influenza, Influenza Prophylaxis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Post-Polio Syndrome and Sexual Dysfunction - SSRI Induced.

US matches:

  • Symmetrel

UK matches:

  • Symmetrel Capsules (SPC)
  • Symmetrel Syrup (SPC)

Ingredient matches for Symmetrel



Amantadine

Amantadine hydrochloride (a derivative of Amantadine) is reported as an ingredient of Symmetrel in the following countries:


  • Australia

  • Greece

  • Japan

  • Netherlands

  • New Zealand

  • Oman

  • Singapore

  • South Africa

  • Switzerland

  • United Kingdom

  • United States

  • Venezuela

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

SPC Summary of Product Characteristics (UK)

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Tuesday, October 25, 2016

DexaEDO




DexaEDO may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for DexaEDO



Dexamethasone

Dexamethasone 21-(disodium phosphate) (a derivative of Dexamethasone) is reported as an ingredient of DexaEDO in the following countries:


  • Germany

  • Serbia

International Drug Name Search


Oxybutynin Chloride Tablets




Ingredient matches for Oxybutynin Chloride Tablets



Oxybutynin

Oxybutynin hydrochloride (a derivative of Oxybutynin) is reported as an ingredient of Oxybutynin Chloride Tablets in the following countries:


  • United States

International Drug Name Search


Sertraline Ranbaxy




Sertraline Ranbaxy may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sertraline Ranbaxy



Sertraline

Sertraline hydrochloride (a derivative of Sertraline) is reported as an ingredient of Sertraline Ranbaxy in the following countries:


  • France

  • Netherlands

International Drug Name Search


Declomycin




In the US, Declomycin (demeclocycline systemic) is a member of the drug class tetracyclines and is used to treat SIADH.

US matches:

  • Declomycin

Ingredient matches for Declomycin



Demeclocycline

Demeclocycline hydrochloride (a derivative of Demeclocycline) is reported as an ingredient of Declomycin in the following countries:


  • United States

International Drug Name Search


Selbex




Selbex may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Selbex



Teprenone

Teprenone is reported as an ingredient of Selbex in the following countries:


  • China

  • Dominican Republic

  • El Salvador

  • Japan

  • Myanmar

  • Philippines

  • Thailand

  • Vietnam

International Drug Name Search


Tinea Pedis Medications


Definition of Tinea Pedis: Tinea pedis is an infection of the feet with mold-like fungi called dermatophytes. More...

Drugs associated with Tinea Pedis

The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Tinea Pedis. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.

Learn more about Tinea Pedis





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Corneal Ulcer Medications


Definition of Corneal Ulcer:

An infectious process of the cornea, resulting in clouding of the cornea, marked eye pain and decreased vision.


See: Herpes simplex keratitis.

More...

Drugs associated with Corneal Ulcer

The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Corneal Ulcer. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.

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Stamicin




Stamicin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Stamicin



Nystatin

Nystatin is reported as an ingredient of Stamicin in the following countries:


  • Romania

International Drug Name Search


Ulcefate




Ulcefate may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Ulcefate



Sucralfate

Sucralfate is reported as an ingredient of Ulcefate in the following countries:


  • Thailand

International Drug Name Search


Monday, October 24, 2016

Virbamec Oral




Virbamec Oral may be available in the countries listed below.


In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

Ingredient matches for Virbamec Oral



Abamectin

Abamectin is reported as an ingredient of Virbamec Oral in the following countries:


  • Australia

International Drug Name Search


Daxotel




Daxotel may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Daxotel



Docetaxel

Docetaxel is reported as an ingredient of Daxotel in the following countries:


  • Georgia

  • Venezuela

Docetaxel trihydrate (a derivative of Docetaxel) is reported as an ingredient of Daxotel in the following countries:


  • India

  • Philippines

Doxorubicin

Doxorubicin hydrochloride (a derivative of Doxorubicin) is reported as an ingredient of Daxotel in the following countries:


  • Chile

International Drug Name Search


Sumatriptan-CT




Sumatriptan-CT may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sumatriptan-CT



Sumatriptan

Sumatriptan succinate (a derivative of Sumatriptan) is reported as an ingredient of Sumatriptan-CT in the following countries:


  • Germany

International Drug Name Search


Heparin Sodium Panpharma




Heparin Sodium Panpharma may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Heparin Sodium Panpharma



Heparin

Heparin sodium salt (a derivative of Heparin) is reported as an ingredient of Heparin Sodium Panpharma in the following countries:


  • Lithuania

International Drug Name Search


Niquitinminis




Niquitinminis may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Niquitinminis



Nicotine

Nicotine resinate (a derivative of Nicotine) is reported as an ingredient of Niquitinminis in the following countries:


  • France

International Drug Name Search


Nifuroxazide EG




Nifuroxazide EG may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Nifuroxazide EG



Nifuroxazide

Nifuroxazide is reported as an ingredient of Nifuroxazide EG in the following countries:


  • France

International Drug Name Search


Cleocin T


See also: Generic Cleocin Vaginal


Cleocin T is a brand name of clindamycin topical, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


CLEOCIN T (clindamycin phosphate - gel; topical)



  • Manufacturer: PHARMACIA AND UPJOHN

    Approval date: January 7, 1987

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [RLD][AB]

CLEOCIN T (clindamycin phosphate - lotion; topical)



  • Manufacturer: PHARMACIA AND UPJOHN

    Approval date: May 31, 1989

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [RLD][AB]

CLEOCIN T (clindamycin phosphate - solution; topical)



  • Manufacturer: PHARMACIA AND UPJOHN

    Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [RLD][AT]

Has a generic version of Cleocin T been approved?


Yes. The following products are equivalent to Cleocin T:


CLINDA-DERM (clindamycin phosphate solution; topical)



  • Manufacturer: PADDOCK LLC

    Approval date: September 30, 1992

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AT]

clindamycin phosphate gel; topical



  • Manufacturer: FOUGERA PHARMS

    Approval date: January 28, 2000

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AB]

clindamycin phosphate lotion; topical



  • Manufacturer: FOUGERA PHARMS

    Approval date: January 31, 2002

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AB]

clindamycin phosphate solution; topical



  • Manufacturer: FOUGERA

    Approval date: June 5, 1997

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AT]


  • Manufacturer: FOUGERA PHARMS

    Approval date: February 14, 2006

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AT]


  • Manufacturer: PERRIGO NEW YORK

    Approval date: November 30, 1995

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AT]


  • Manufacturer: TARO PHARM INDS

    Approval date: March 31, 2004

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AT]


  • Manufacturer: WOCKHARDT

    Approval date: July 15, 1997

    Strength(s): EQ 1% BASE [AT]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Cleocin T. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Cleocin T.

See also...

  • Cleocin T Gel Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Cleocin T Lotion Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Cleocin T Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Cleocin T Swab Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Cleocin T Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Cleocin T Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Clindamycin Cream Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin Foam Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin Gel Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin Lotion Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin Suppositories Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin Swab Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Clindamycin topical Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Clindamycin vaginal Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Z-Clinz Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Clindamycin Topical Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Clindamycin Vaginal Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Clindamycin Phosphate topical AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Sunday, October 23, 2016

Orbeseal




Orbeseal may be available in the countries listed below.


In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

Ingredient matches for Orbeseal



Bismuth Subnitrate

Bismuth Subnitrate is reported as an ingredient of Orbeseal in the following countries:


  • Austria

  • Belgium

  • Finland

  • France

  • Germany

  • Italy

  • Netherlands

  • Norway

  • Switzerland

International Drug Name Search


Numorphan




In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.


In the US, Numorphan (oxymorphone systemic) is a member of the drug class narcotic analgesics and is used to treat Labor Pain and Pain.

US matches:

  • Numorphan

  • Numorphan Suppositories

Ingredient matches for Numorphan



Oxymorphone

Oxymorphone hydrochloride (a derivative of Oxymorphone) is reported as an ingredient of Numorphan in the following countries:


  • United States

International Drug Name Search


Zolpimist


Zolpimist is a brand name of zolpidem, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


ZOLPIMIST (zolpidem tartrate - spray, metered; oral)



  • Manufacturer: NOVADEL

    Approval date: December 19, 2008

    Strength(s): 5MG/SPRAY [RLD]

Has a generic version of Zolpimist been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Zolpimist available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Zolpimist. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Buccal, polar and non-polar spray containing zolpidem
    Patent 7,632,517
    Issued: December 15, 2009
    Inventor(s): Dugger, III; Harry A. & Abd El-Shafy; Mohammed
    Assignee(s): Novadel Pharma Inc.
    Buccal aerosol sprays or capsules using polar and non-polar solvents have now been developed which provide zolpidem for rapid absorption through the oral mucosa, resulting in fast onset of effect. The buccal polar compositions of the invention comprise formulation I: aqueous polar solvent, zolpidem, and optional flavoring agent; formulation II: aqueous polar solvent, zolpidem, optionally flavoring agent, and propellant; formulation III: non-polar solvent, zolpidem, and optional flavoring agent; formulation IV: non-polar solvent, zolpidem, optional flavoring agent, and propellant; formulation V: a mixture of a polar solvent and a non-polar solvent, zolpidem, and optional flavoring agent; formulation VI: a mixture of a polar solvent and a non-polar solvent, zolpidem, optional flavoring agent, and propellant.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • October 1, 2017
      ✓ 
      Patent use: TREATMENT OF TRANSIENT INSOMNIA



See also...

  • ZolpiMist Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Zolpimist Oral Spray Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Zolpimist Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Zolpimist Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Zolpidem Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Zolpidem Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Zolpidem Extended-Release Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Zolpidem Oral Spray Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Zolpidem Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Zolpidem Oral, Oromucosal Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Zolpidem Tartrate AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Neurelark




Neurelark may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Neurelark



Tiapride

Tiapride hydrochloride (a derivative of Tiapride) is reported as an ingredient of Neurelark in the following countries:


  • Japan

International Drug Name Search


Neo-Sintrom




Neo-Sintrom may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Neo-Sintrom



Acenocoumarol

Acenocoumarol is reported as an ingredient of Neo-Sintrom in the following countries:


  • Chile

International Drug Name Search


Sophtal




Sophtal may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sophtal



Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Sophtal in the following countries:


  • France

International Drug Name Search


Vitamina C Genfar




Vitamina C Genfar may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Vitamina C Genfar



Ascorbic Acid

Ascorbic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Vitamina C Genfar in the following countries:


  • Chile

  • Colombia

  • Ecuador

International Drug Name Search


Zensoderm




Zensoderm may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Zensoderm



Betamethasone

Betamethasone 17α-valerate (a derivative of Betamethasone) is reported as an ingredient of Zensoderm in the following countries:


  • Indonesia

Gentamicin

Gentamicin sulfate (a derivative of Gentamicin) is reported as an ingredient of Zensoderm in the following countries:


  • Indonesia

International Drug Name Search


Saturday, October 22, 2016

Mycobutin


Mycobutin is a brand name of rifabutin, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


MYCOBUTIN (rifabutin - capsule; oral)



  • Manufacturer: PHARMACIA AND UPJOHN

    Approval date: December 23, 1992

    Strength(s): 150MG [RLD]

Has a generic version of Mycobutin been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Mycobutin available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Mycobutin. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Mycobutin.

See also...

  • Mycobutin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Mycobutin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Mycobutin Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Mycobutin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Rifabutin Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Rifabutin Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Rifabutin Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Rifabutin AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Salticin




Salticin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Salticin



Gentamicin

Gentamicin sulfate (a derivative of Gentamicin) is reported as an ingredient of Salticin in the following countries:


  • Indonesia

International Drug Name Search


Q-Spin




Q-Spin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Q-Spin



Amlodipine

Amlodipine is reported as an ingredient of Q-Spin in the following countries:


  • India

International Drug Name Search


Soma


Soma is a brand name of carisoprodol, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


SOMA (carisoprodol - tablet; oral)



  • Manufacturer: MEDA PHARMS

    Approved Prior to Jan 1, 1982

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: MEDA PHARMS

    Approval date: September 13, 2007

    Strength(s): 250MG [RLD]

Has a generic version of Soma been approved?


A generic version of Soma has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Soma and have been approved by the FDA:


carisoprodol tablet; oral



  • Manufacturer: ADVENT PHARMS

    Approval date: June 7, 2005

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: AUROBINDO PHARMA

    Approval date: August 6, 2009

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: COREPHARMA

    Approval date: September 21, 2000

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: MIRROR PHARMS

    Approval date: October 22, 2008

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: MUTUAL PHARM

    Approval date: October 17, 1991

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: PROSAM LABS

    Approval date: March 7, 1997

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: SUN PHARM INDS LTD

    Approval date: February 27, 2007

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: VINTAGE PHARMS

    Approval date: September 8, 1997

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: WATSON LABS

    Approval date: April 20, 1982

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]


  • Manufacturer: WEST WARD

    Approval date: January 24, 1996

    Strength(s): 350MG [AA]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Soma. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Soma.

Related Exclusivities

Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.

  • Exclusivity expiration dates:
    • September 13, 2010 - NEW PRODUCT

See also...

  • Soma Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Soma Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Soma Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Soma Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Carisoprodol Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Carisoprodol Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Carisoprodol Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Carisoprodol Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Carisoprodol AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Dolirhume Paracétamol et Pseudoéphédrine




Dolirhume Paracétamol et Pseudoéphédrine may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Dolirhume Paracétamol et Pseudoéphédrine



Paracetamol

Paracetamol is reported as an ingredient of Dolirhume Paracétamol et Pseudoéphédrine in the following countries:


  • France

Pseudoephedrine

Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride (a derivative of Pseudoephedrine) is reported as an ingredient of Dolirhume Paracétamol et Pseudoéphédrine in the following countries:


  • France

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Natrijum Kromoglikat




Natrijum Kromoglikat may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Natrijum Kromoglikat



Cromoglicic Acid

Cromoglicic Acid disodium salt (a derivative of Cromoglicic Acid) is reported as an ingredient of Natrijum Kromoglikat in the following countries:


  • Serbia

International Drug Name Search


Cuvposa


Cuvposa is a brand name of glycopyrrolate, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


CUVPOSA (glycopyrrolate - solution; oral)



  • Manufacturer: SHIONOGI INC

    Approval date: July 28, 2010

    Strength(s): 1MG/5ML [RLD]

Has a generic version of Cuvposa been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Cuvposa available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Cuvposa. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Method for increasing the bioavailability of glycopyrrolate
    Patent 7,638,552
    Issued: December 29, 2009
    Inventor(s): Roberts; Alan & Venkataraman; Balaji
    Assignee(s): Sciele Pharma, Inc.
    The invention relates to a method of increasing the bioavailability of glycopyrrolate by administration of a therapeutically effective amount of glycopyrrolate without food. The invention also provides a kit comprising a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of glycopyrrolate and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, prescribing information including advice regarding the administration of glycopyrrolate without food to improve bioavailability, and a container.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • August 20, 2023
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      Patent use: REDUCE CHRONIC SEVERE DROOLING (I.E., SIALORRHEA) IN PATIENTS WITH NEUROLOGIC CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH PROBLEM DROOLING




  • Method for increasing the bioavailability of glycopyrrolate
    Patent 7,816,396
    Issued: October 19, 2010
    Inventor(s): Roberts; Alan & Venkataraman; Balaji
    Assignee(s): Shionogi Pharma, Inc.
    The invention relates to a method of treating sialorrhea in a human patient, which comprises orally administering glycopyrrolate in a liquid solution to the human patient under fasted conditions.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • August 20, 2023
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      Patent use: REDUCE CHRONIC SEVERE DROOLING (I.E., SIALORRHEA) IN PATIENTS WITH NEUROLOGIC CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH PROBLEM DROOLING



Related Exclusivities

Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.

  • Exclusivity expiration dates:
    • July 28, 2013 - NEW PRODUCT

See also...

  • Cuvposa Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Cuvposa Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Cuvposa Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Cuvposa Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Glycopyrrolate Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Glycopyrrolate Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Glycopyrrolate Tablets Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Glycopyrrolate Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Glycopyrrolate Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Glycopyrrolate AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Simcard




Simcard may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Simcard



Simvastatin

Simvastatin is reported as an ingredient of Simcard in the following countries:


  • Croatia (Hrvatska)

  • Latvia

  • South Africa

  • Sri Lanka

International Drug Name Search


Bepreve


Bepreve is a brand name of bepotastine ophthalmic, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


BEPREVE (bepotastine besilate - solution/drops; ophthalmic)



  • Manufacturer: ISTA PHARMS

    Approval date: September 8, 2009

    Strength(s): 1.5% [RLD]

Has a generic version of Bepreve been approved?


No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Bepreve available.


Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Bepreve. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.




Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Acid addition salt of optically active piperidine compound and process for preparing the same
    Patent 6,780,877
    Issued: August 24, 2004
    Inventor(s): Jun-ichiro; Kita & Hiroshi; Fujiwara & Shinji; Takamura
    Assignee(s): Ube Industries, Ltd.
    Tanabe Seiyaku Co., Ltd.
    The present invention is to provide a benzenesulfonic acid salt and a benzoic acid salt of (S)-4-[4-[(4-chlorophenyl)(2-pyridyl)methoxy]piperidino]butanoic acid represented by the formula (I): wherein * represents an asymmetric carbon, which are excellent in antihistaminic activity and anti-allergic activity, and a process for producing the same.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 25, 2017
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Related Exclusivities

Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.

  • Exclusivity expiration dates:
    • September 8, 2014 - NEW CHEMICAL ENTITY

See also...

  • Bepreve Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Bepreve Eye Drops Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Bepreve Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Bepreve Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Bepreve AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Bepotastine Eye Drops Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Bepotastine ophthalmic Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Bepotastine besilate Ophthalmic Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Bepotastine Besilate AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Sensodyne




Sensodyne may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sensodyne



Strontium-89 Chloride

Strontium Chloride Sr 89 is reported as an ingredient of Sensodyne in the following countries:


  • Canada

  • Turkey

International Drug Name Search


Valsartan




In the US, Valsartan (valsartan systemic) is a member of the drug class angiotensin II inhibitors and is used to treat Heart Failure, High Blood Pressure and Left Ventricular Dysfunction.

US matches:

  • Valsartan

  • Valsartan/Hydrochlorothiazide

  • Valsartan and hydrochlorothiazide

Scheme

Rec.INN

ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification)

C09CA03

CAS registry number (Chemical Abstracts Service)

0137862-53-4

Chemical Formula

C24-H29-N5-O3

Molecular Weight

435

Therapeutic Categories

Antihypertensive agent

Angiotensin-II antagonist

Chemical Name

N-[p-(o-1H-Tetrazol-5-ylphenyl)benzyl]-N-valeryl-L-valine

Foreign Names

  • Valsartanum (Latin)
  • Valsartan (German)
  • Valsartan (French)
  • Valsartan (Spanish)

Generic Names

  • Valsartan (OS: USAN, BAN, DCF)
  • CGP 48933 (IS: Ciba-Geigy)
  • Valsartan (PH: USP 32)

Brand Names

  • Alpertan
    Raffo, Argentina


  • Alsart
    Meyer, Venezuela


  • Alsartan
    Fluter, Dominican Republic


  • Arovan
    Aristopharma, Bangladesh


  • Cardival
    Drug International, Bangladesh


  • Co Diovan Forte (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Spain


  • Co Diovan (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Spain


  • Co Vals Forte (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Laboratorios Dr Esteve, Spain


  • Co Vals (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Laboratorios Dr Esteve, Spain


  • CoDiovan (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazid)
    Novartis, Bangladesh; Novartis, Germany; Novartis, Slovakia; Novartis, Thailand


  • Co-Diovan (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Dr. Fisher, Netherlands; Eureco, Netherlands; Euro, Netherlands; Medcor, Netherlands; Novartis, Austria; Novartis, Australia; Novartis, Bulgaria; Novartis, Bahrain; Novartis, Switzerland; Novartis, China; Novartis, Denmark; Novartis, United Kingdom; Novartis, Croatia (Hrvatska); Novartis, Indonesia; Novartis, Ireland; Novartis, Malta; Novartis, Netherlands; Novartis, Oman; Novartis, Poland; Novartis, Singapore; Novartis, Slovenia; Novartis, Vietnam; Novartis, South Africa


  • Co-Diovane (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Belgium


  • Combisartan (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Menarini, Italy


  • Cordinate
    AWD.pharma, Germany


  • Cordinate plus (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    AWD.pharma, Germany


  • Corixil Orifarm (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Denmark


  • Corixil (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    LPB, Italy


  • Cotareg orifarm (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Denmark


  • Cotareg Paranova (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Denmark


  • Cotareg PharmaCoDane (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Denmark


  • Cotareg (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, France; Novartis, Italy; Novartis, Tunisia


  • Co-Tareg (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, South Africa


  • Co-Valsartan-Mepha (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Mepha Pharma, Switzerland


  • Dafiro (Valsartan and Amlodipin)
    Novartis, Greece; Schwarz, Germany


  • Dalzad
    Novartis, Greece


  • Diovan Cardio
    Novartis, Spain


  • Diovan Comp. (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Denmark


  • Diovan HCT (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Canada; Novartis, Hungary; Novartis, United States; Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Peru


  • Diovan
    Allpack, Bulgaria; Eureco, Netherlands; Euro, Netherlands; Konapharm, Bulgaria; Medcor, Netherlands; Novartis, Argentina; Novartis, Austria; Novartis, Australia; Novartis, Bosnia & Herzegowina; Novartis, Bangladesh; Novartis, Bulgaria; Novartis, Bahrain; Novartis, Brazil; Novartis, Canada; Novartis, Switzerland; Novartis, China; Novartis, Colombia; Novartis, Germany; Novartis, Denmark; Novartis, Ecuador; Novartis, Estonia; Novartis, Spain; Novartis, Finland; Novartis, United Kingdom; Novartis, Georgia; Novartis, Greece; Novartis, Guyana; Novartis, Hong Kong; Novartis, Croatia (Hrvatska); Novartis, Hungary; Novartis, Indonesia; Novartis, Ireland; Novartis, Israel; Novartis, India; Novartis, Iceland; Novartis, Japan; Novartis, Sri Lanka; Novartis, Lithuania; Novartis, Luxembourg; Novartis, Latvia; Novartis, Malta; Novartis, Mexico; Novartis, Malaysia; Novartis, Netherlands; Novartis, Norway; Novartis, Oman; Novartis, Philippines; Novartis, Poland; Novartis, Portugal; Novartis, Romania; Novartis, Serbia; Novartis, Russian Federation; Novartis, Sweden; Novartis, Singapore; Novartis, Slovenia; Novartis, Slovakia; Novartis, Thailand; Novartis, Turkey; Novartis, Taiwan; Novartis, United States; Novartis, Venezuela; Novartis, Vietnam; Novartis, South Africa; Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Peru


  • Diovan Comp (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Novartis, Finland; Novartis, Sweden


  • Diovane Paranova
    Novartis, Denmark


  • Diovane
    Novartis, Belgium


  • Disys Plus (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazid)
    Healthcare, Bangladesh


  • Disys
    Healthcare, Bangladesh


  • Dosara
    Andromaco, Chile


  • Exforge (Valsartan and Amlodipine)
    Novartis, Australia; Novartis, Belgium; Novartis, Bahrain; Novartis, Switzerland; Novartis, China; Novartis, Germany; Novartis, Finland; Novartis, France; Novartis, United Kingdom; Novartis, Greece; Novartis, Croatia (Hrvatska); Novartis, Hungary; Novartis, Indonesia; Novartis, Ireland; Novartis, Netherlands; Novartis, Norway; Novartis, Sweden; Novartis, Singapore; Novartis, Slovenia; Novartis, Slovakia; Novartis, United States; Novartis, South Africa; Novartis Europharm, Austria; Novartis Europharm Ltd., Denmark; Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Peru


  • Kalpress Cardio
    Lacer, Spain


  • Kalpress Plus (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Lacer, Spain


  • Kalpress
    Lacer, Spain


  • Miten Cardio
    Schwarz, Spain


  • Miten Plus Forte (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Schwarz, Spain


  • Miten Plus (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Schwarz, Spain


  • Miten
    Schwarz, Spain


  • Nisis
    Ipsen, France


  • Nisisco (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Ipsen, France


  • Provas
    Sanol, Germany; Schwarz, Germany


  • Provas comp (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Sanol, Germany; Schwarz, Germany


  • Ramartan
    Nucleus, Poland


  • Rixil
    Bracco, Italy


  • Sarteg HCT (Valsartan andHydrochlorothiazide)
    Actavis, Bulgaria


  • Sarteg
    Actavis, Bulgaria


  • Sarval
    Baliarda, Argentina


  • Simultan
    Lazar, Argentina; Lazar, Ecuador


  • Starval
    Ranbaxy, India; Ranbaxy, Peru


  • Tareg
    Jaba, Portugal; Novartis, Burkina Faso; Novartis, Congo; Novartis, Cote D'ivoire; Novartis, Chile; Novartis, Algeria; Novartis, France; Novartis, Gabon; Novartis, Guinea; Novartis, Italy; Novartis, Madagascar; Novartis, Mauritius; Novartis, Senegal; Novartis, Togo; Novartis, Tunisia; Novartis, South Africa; Novartis, Zaire


  • Teval (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Teva, Slovakia


  • Val
    Belupo, Croatia (Hrvatska)


  • Val plus (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Belupo, Croatia (Hrvatska)


  • Valaplex
    Chile, Chile


  • Valcap
    Beximco, Bangladesh


  • Valitazin
    Medis, Poland


  • Valpresan
    SM Pharma, Venezuela


  • Valpress
    Silva, Bangladesh


  • Valpression
    Menarini, Italy


  • Vals Cardio
    Laboratorios Dr Esteve, Spain


  • Vals
    Laboratorios Dr Esteve, Spain


  • Valsabela
    Belupo, Slovakia


  • Valsacor
    Krka, Estonia; Krka, Croatia (Hrvatska); Krka, Lithuania; Krka, Latvia; Krka, Poland; Krka, Slovenia; Krka, Slovakia


  • Valsan
    Mystic, Bangladesh


  • Valsaprex
    Heimdall, Colombia


  • Valsar
    Euro, Dominican Republic


  • Valsartán Calox
    Calox, Venezuela


  • Valsartan Genfar
    Genfar, Colombia; Genfar, Ecuador


  • Valsartan HCT Streuli (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Streuli Pharma, Switzerland


  • Valsartan Mepha
    Mepha Pharma, Switzerland


  • Valsartan MK
    McKesson, Ecuador; MK, Colombia


  • Valsartan Northia
    Northia, Argentina


  • Valsartan Nucleus
    Nucleus, Slovakia


  • Valsartan Pliva
    Pliva, Slovakia


  • Valsartan/HCT-Teva (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Teva Pharma, Switzerland


  • Valsartan+pharma
    +pharma, Slovakia


  • Valsartán
    Genéricos RxI.M.G. Rx, Venezuela; Genéricos Venezolanos, Venezuela; Meyer, Venezuela


  • Valsartan-NI
    Dexa Medica, Indonesia


  • Valt
    Cheminter, Guatemala


  • Valtan
    Lafrancol, Colombia; Lafrancol, Guatemala


  • Valturna (Valsartan and Aliskiren)
    Novartis, United States


  • Valzaar
    Torrent, Myanmar


  • Valzek
    Celon, Poland


  • Valzide (Valsartan and Hydrochlorothiazide)
    Renata, Bangladesh


  • Varexan
    Novartis, Hungary


  • Vartalan
    Drugtech-Recalcine, Chile; Recalcine, Ecuador


  • Vasaten
    Leti, Venezuela


  • Yosovaltan
    Ozone Laboratories, Poland

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

BANBritish Approved Name
DCFDénomination Commune Française
ISInofficial Synonym
OSOfficial Synonym
PHPharmacopoeia Name
Rec.INNRecommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)
USANUnited States Adopted Name

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Somin




Somin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Somin



Dexchlorpheniramine

Dexchlorpheniramine maleate (a derivative of Dexchlorpheniramine) is reported as an ingredient of Somin in the following countries:


  • Singapore

International Drug Name Search


Soludamin




Soludamin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Soludamin



Levocarnitine

Levocarnitine is reported as an ingredient of Soludamin in the following countries:


  • Greece

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Zimecterin EZ




In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

Ingredient matches for Zimecterin EZ



Ivermectin

Ivermectin is reported as an ingredient of Zimecterin EZ in the following countries:


  • United States

International Drug Name Search


Olcadil




Olcadil may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Olcadil



Cloxazolam

Cloxazolam is reported as an ingredient of Olcadil in the following countries:


  • Brazil

  • Portugal

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Dulcolax Pico




Dulcolax Pico may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Dulcolax Pico



Sodium Picosulfate

Sodium Picosulfate monohydrate (a derivative of Sodium Picosulfate) is reported as an ingredient of Dulcolax Pico in the following countries:


  • Bulgaria

International Drug Name Search


Peptic Ulcer with Obstruction Medications


There are currently no drugs listed for "Peptic Ulcer with Obstruction".

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Noostan




Noostan may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Noostan



Piracetam

Piracetam is reported as an ingredient of Noostan in the following countries:


  • Argentina

  • Portugal

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Nalorfina




Nalorfina may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Nalorfina



Nalorphine

Nalorfina (DCIT) is also known as Nalorphine (Rec.INN)

International Drug Name Search

Glossary

DCITDenominazione Comune Italiana
Rec.INNRecommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)

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Fosamax


Fosamax is a brand name of alendronate, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):


FOSAMAX (alendronate sodium - solution; oral)



  • Manufacturer: MERCK

    Approval date: September 17, 2003

    Strength(s): EQ 70MG BASE/75ML [RLD]

FOSAMAX (alendronate sodium - tablet; oral)



  • Manufacturer: MERCK AND CO INC

    Approval date: September 29, 1995

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MERCK AND CO INC

    Approval date: April 25, 1997

    Strength(s): EQ 5MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MERCK AND CO INC

    Approval date: October 20, 2000

    Strength(s): EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [RLD][AB]

Has a generic version of Fosamax been approved?


A generic version of Fosamax has been approved by the FDA. However, this does not mean that the product will necessarily be commercially available - possibly because of drug patents and/or drug exclusivity. The following products are equivalent to Fosamax and have been approved by the FDA:


alendronate sodium tablet; oral



  • Manufacturer: APOTEX

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: AUROBINDO PHARMA

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: AUSTARPHARMA LLC

    Approval date: September 24, 2009

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: CADISTA PHARMS

    Approval date: February 18, 2010

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: DR REDDYS LABS LTD

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: MYLAN

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: SUN PHARMA GLOBAL

    Approval date: September 10, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: TEVA PHARMS

    Approval date: February 6, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]


  • Manufacturer: WATSON LABS

    Approval date: August 4, 2008

    Strength(s): EQ 10MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 35MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB], EQ 40MG BASE [AB], EQ 5MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB], EQ 70MG BASE [AB]

Note: No generic formulation of the following product is available.


  • alendronate sodium - solution; oral

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Fosamax. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

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Related Patents


Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids with lactose
    Patent 5,358,941
    Issued: October 25, 1994
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Oral liquid alendronate formulations
    Patent 5,462,932
    Issued: October 31, 1995
    Inventor(s): Brenner; Gerald S. & Katdare; Ashok V. & Pretzer; Denise & Whiteford; Donna T.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed is a therapy protocol for treating and for preventing bone loss in patients who have difficulty in swallowing by administering a liquid formulation of alendronate which can be easily swallowed. Also described are pharmaceutical dosage forms of a syrup, aqueous solution, a solution formed from a reconstituted powder, of alendronate, for carrying out the therapeutic method.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • May 17, 2014


    • November 17, 2014
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids
    Patent 5,681,590
    Issued: October 28, 1997
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Method for inhibiting bone resorption
    Patent 5,994,329
    Issued: November 30, 1999
    Inventor(s): Daifotis; Anastasia G. & Santora, II; Arthur C. & Yates; A. John
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed are methods for inhibiting bone resorption in mammals while minimizing the occurrence of or potential for adverse gastrointestinal effects. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits for carrying out the therapeutic methods disclosed herein.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • July 17, 2018
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      Sponsor has requested patent be delisted


    • January 17, 2019
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      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Method for inhibiting bone resorption
    Patent 6,015,801
    Issued: January 18, 2000
    Inventor(s): Daifotis; Anastasia G. & Yates; A. John & Santora, II; Arthur C.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed are methods for inhibiting bone resorption in mammals while minimizing the occurrence of or potential for adverse gastrointestinal effects. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits for caring out the therapeutic methods disclosed herein.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • July 17, 2018
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      Sponsor has requested patent be delisted


    • January 17, 2019
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids
    Patent 6,090,410
    Issued: July 18, 2000
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Dry mix formulation for bisphosphonic acids
    Patent 6,194,004
    Issued: February 27, 2001
    Inventor(s): Bechard; Simon R. & Kramer; Kenneth A. & Katdare; Ashok V.
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Pharmaceutical compositions of bisphosphonic acids, and salts thereof, are prepared by direct compression/dry mix tablet formulation. These pharmaceutical compositions are useful in the treatment of disturbances involving calcium or phosphate metabolism, in particular, the treatment and prevention of diseases involving bone resorption, especially osteoporosis, Paget's disease, malignant hypercalcemia, and metastatic bone disease.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • December 2, 2012


    • June 2, 2013
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity




  • Method for inhibiting bone resorption
    Patent 6,225,294
    Issued: May 1, 2001
    Inventor(s): Daifotis; Anastasia G. & Santora, II; Arthur C. & Yates; A. John
    Assignee(s): Merck & Co., Inc.
    Disclosed are methods for inhibiting bone resorption in mammals while minimizing the occurrence of or potential for adverse gastrointestinal effects. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits for carrying out the therapeutic methods disclosed herein.
    Patent expiration dates:

    • July 17, 2018
      ✓ 
      Sponsor has requested patent be delisted


    • January 17, 2019
      ✓ 
      Pediatric exclusivity



See also...

  • Fosamax Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
  • Fosamax Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Fosamax Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Fosamax Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Fosamax Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Fosamax AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
  • Alendronate Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Alendronate Solution Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
  • Alendronate Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
  • Alendronate Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
  • Alendronate Sodium AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)