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Apex Thyroxine 0.4mg
Apex Thyroxine general information
What is Apex Thyroxine used for?
Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg are used to treat hypothyroidism in dogs, a condition in which the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone needed to regulate growth and metabolism, and in dogs is usually due to atrophy of the thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism in dogs usually occurs in older dogs or younger dogs of larger breeds; also neutered dogs. Symptoms of hypothyroidism in dogs includes loss or thinning of the fur, dull hair coat, increase shedding of hair, weight gain, lethargy, reduced activity, increased sleeping and reduced ability to tolerate the cold. Other symptoms include thickening of the skin, increase susceptibility to skin infections and drooping face muscles. Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg are a hormone replacement therapy for dogs that will restore your dog’s hair coat, improve your dog’s skin condition, and help restore your dog’s energy, weight, strength and general wellness.
How does Apex Thyroxine work?
Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg contain thyroxine that is identical to the naturally occurring thyroid hormone thyroxine or T4, produced by the thyroid gland. Thyroxine (T4) in Apex Thyroxine liquid is converted to the more active form of thyroid hormone (T3) which interacts with a specific receptor inside cells to stimulate proteins needed to manage and regulate a variety of processes including how your dog’s body regulates temperature, metabolises nutrients and controls growth and development. The overall effect of thyroxine is to Increase rate of metabolism. Thyroxine in Apex Thyroxine liquid also regulates the production of another hormone called thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) which in turn controls how much thyroxine is produced. Thyroxine in Apex Thyroxine liquid regulate TSH production in the same way and therefore, substitutes for a lack of endogenous thyroxine (produced by the thyroid gland).
What does Apex Thyroxine contain?
Apex Thyroxine Tablets contains the active ingredient thyroxine sodium 0.4mg, which is used to treat hypothyroidism, a deficiency in thyroid hormone, in dogs.
Treating hypothyroidism in dogs with Apex Thyroxine
Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg contain thyroid hormone (thyroxine) which is used to treat hypothyroidism dogs, a condition in which the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone needed to regulate growth and metabolism, and in dogs is usually due to atrophy of the thyroid gland. Symptoms include loss or thinning of the fur, dull hair coat, increase shedding of hair, weight gain, lethargy, reduced activity, increased sleeping and reduced ability to tolerate the cold, thickening of the skin, increase susceptibility to skin infections and drooping face muscles. Thyroxine in Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg interact with a specific receptor inside cells to stimulate proteins needed to manage and regulate a variety of processes including how your dog’s body regulates temperature, metabolises nutrients and controls growth and development. The overall effect of thyroxine is to Increase rate of metabolism. Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg are a hormone replacement therapy for dogs that will restore your dog’s hair coat, improve your dog’s skin condition, and help restore your dog’s energy, weight, strength and general wellness.
What are the side effects of Apex Thyroxine?
The most commonly reported side effects when your dog is taking Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg include polydipsia (increased thirst), polyuria (increased urination), polyphagia (increased hunger), reduced heat tolerance and hyperactivity or personality change.
When should Apex Thyroxine not be used?
You should not give Apex Thyroxine Tablets if your dog:
- is allergic to thyroxine or any ingredients in Apex Thyroxine
- is pregnant or lactating, without discussion with your veterinary professional
- has thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism)
- has acute myocardial infarction
- has heart disease, hypertension as an increased metabolic rate due to Apex Thyroxine might cause serious problems
- has uncorrected adrenal insufficiency
- is taking medicines that interact with Apex Thyroxine including digoxin for heart failure, insulin for diabetes, Tablets anticoagulants, antacids, without discussion with your veterinary professional
How should Apex Thyroxine be given?
You should give your dog Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg twice daily 2-3 hours before a meal, at the same times each day. The dose given should be 0.1mg/10lb (4.5kg) body weight, which is equivalent to one tablet for each 40lb or each 18kg body weight. The dose may be adjusted by your veterinarian depending on your dog’s thyroxine blood levels and maintenance dose may be adjusted to once daily. You can give your dog Apex Thyroxine Tablets directly into their mouth or added to your dog’s food, but this will reduce its absorption and you may need to adjust the dose, depending on the recommendation of your veterinarian. The effects of Apex Thyroxine Tablets should be seen within 6 weeks and you should continue to give Apex Thyroxine Tablets for as long as recommended by your veterinarian, which may be long term.
How long should you give Apex Thyroxine?
You should continue to give Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg for as long as recommended by your veterinarian, which may be long term.
Missed dose of Apex Thyroxine
If you miss a dose of Apex Thyroxine Tablets 0.4mg give it as soon as you remember, unless it is time to give the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not give a double dose.
How should Apex Thyroxine be stored?
You should store your Apex Thyroxine below 30°C in a cool dry place and protect from light.
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Seroflo Ciphaler 250
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler general information
What is Seroflo 250 Ciphaler used for?
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler (also known as Advair Diskus) is a combination “preventer” medication for treating reversible obstructive airways disease, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This combination therapy is used for long-term asthma management in people (adults and children) who are:
- already using a corticosteroid and a bronchodilator
- using an inhaled corticosteroid to treat asthma but are still having symptoms
- using a short-acting beta-agonist (bronchodilator), as needed, to treat symptoms of asthma, as an alternative to starting on higher doses of corticosteroid.
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler does not contain a high enough dose of the corticosteroid medication for severe asthma and should not be used as a “reliever” for asthma attack. Seroflo 250 Ciphaler is also used to treat moderate to severe COPD who are using a beta-agonist (bronchodilator) but are still having symptoms. The combination of medications in Seroflo 250 Ciphaler work together to provide better control of asthma to protect against symptoms, prevent exacerbations of asthma or COPD and improve lung function.
How does Seroflo 250 Ciphaler work?
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler contains a combination of two medications that work by different mechanisms of action to control reversible obstructive airways disease in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Fluticasone propionate is a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory medication that blocks Inflammation, one of the underlying causes of asthma, by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals released in the airways in response to asthma trigger, such as an allergens or irritants in the air. This reduces inflammation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol xinafoate is a long-acting beta2-agonist and bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles of the small airways of the lungs (bronchioles) to widen the airways. This reduces bronchospasm (constriction or the airways) relieving symptoms of asthma such as tightness of the chest, wheezing and shortness of breath and provides relief for up to 12 hours. Fluticasone and salmeterol work together to improve lung function, and to reduce symptoms and exacerbations of asthma.
What does Seroflo 250 Ciphaler contain?
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler is a molded plastic device with a foil strip with 60 blisters (or pockets) that contain the active ingredients fluticasone propionate (250mcg), a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory, used as an asthma prevention medication; and salmeterol xinafoate (50mcg), a long-acting bronchodilator that relieves bronchospasm, together as a dry inhalation powder. Each blister delivers 250mcg/50mcg per actuation into your lungs when you inhale and one Ciphaler contains 60 actuations.
Treating asthma with Seroflo 250 Ciphaler
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler contains a combination of fluticasone propionate, a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory medication that blocks inflammation, one of the underlying causes of asthma; and salmeterol xinafoate, a long-acting bronchodilator that relieves bronchospasm (constriction or narrowing of the bronchioles or small airways) and widens the airways to allow air to flow more easily into the lungs. Seroflo 250 Ciphaler is used as an asthma prevention medication and the two medications works together to improve lung function, and to reduce exacerbations of asthma and symptoms like tightness of the chest, wheezing and shortness of breath. Seroflo 250 Ciphaler should not be used as a “reliever” or “rescue” medication if you are having an asthma attack.
Should you use Seroflo 250 Ciphaler with other asthma inhalers?
Seroflo 250 Ciphaler is used as a long-term “preventer” medication to reduce inflammation and swelling of the airways of the lung, and reduce bronchospasm (constriction or narrowing of the bronchioles or small airways) as part of an asthma management plan to reduce symptoms and exacerbations of asthma, and to improve lung function. You may also be prescribed a short-acting bronchodilator for relief of bronchospasm during an asthma attack, to be used as needed. Both are intended to be taken together, only if recommended by your doctor.
What are the side effects of Seroflo 250 Ciphaler?
The most commonly reported side effects when using Seroflo 250 Ciphaler due to the fluticasone component include, a sore throat or tongue, which may be due to candida infection (thrush), hoarseness or throat irritation and contusion in the skin (bruising). Side effects due to the salmeterol component include, headache, tachycardia (rapid heart beat), tremor (shaky or tense feeling), palpitations, mouth or throat irritation and muscle cramps. Pneumonia was reported in studies of patients with COPD.
When should Seroflo 250 Ciphaler not be used?
You should not use Seroflo 250 Ciphaler if you:
- are allergic to salmeterol or fluticasone any of the other ingredients in your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler
- are pregnant or breast feeding, without discussion with your doctor
- are a diabetic, without discussion with your doctor, as the fluticasone in Seroflo 250 Ciphaler may increase your glucose levels
- have tuberculosis of the lung or other long term lung infection
- are taking other medications that may interact with Seroflo 250 Ciphaler, including ritonavir for HIV infection, ketoconazole for fungal infection, or beta-blockers like propranolol
What are the health risks of Seroflo 250 Ciphaler?
Long term use of Seroflo 250 Ciphaler may cause the adrenal glands, which produce endogenous (naturally occurring) corticosteroids, to stop working efficiently. This may slow down the growth rate in children and will need regular monitoring. Seroflo 250 Ciphaler may also cause decreased bone mineral density if used for long periods.
What is paradoxical bronchospasm?
All inhaled asthma medications can cause paradoxical bronchospasm, which is when the inhaled medication taken to relieve or prevent bronchospasm actually makes it worse, causing wheezing, shortness of breath and tightness of the chest. If this happens you should inform your doctor and take their advice.
How should Seroflo 250 Ciphaler be used?
You should use your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler according to the instructions provided. The dose of Seroflo 250 Ciphaler you use (number of inhalations) and how often take it depends on the severity of your asthma and your age and should be as recommended by your doctor. You will usually take one inhalation twice a day, morning and evening. Seroflo 250 Ciphaler does not work immediately, but is intended as a long-term medication which may take up to a week to start to work and it may take several weeks before you feel maximum benefit. You should not stop taking your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler, even if you feel better.
How to use your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler
Follow the instructions provided for using your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler:
- Push open the outer case with your thumb and slide the lever until it clicks to release a dose of salmeterol and fluticasone.
- Breathe out as far as is comfortable and then place the mouthpiece in your mouth and inhale through your mouth until your lungs are full.
- Hold your breath for a few seconds, then breathe normally. Never breathe into your Ciphaler and only slide the lever when you are ready to take a dose.
- Close the outer case.
- Rinse your mouth after use.
How many inhalations to use from your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler?
How many inhalations you use from your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler and how often depends on the severity of your asthma and your age, and should be as recommended by your doctor. You will usually use one inhalation twice a day, morning and evening. Seroflo 250 Ciphaler delivers exactly one dose per actuation (inhalation).
How long should you use Seroflo 250 Ciphaler?
You should use for Seroflo 250 Ciphaler continually for as long as recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler, even if you feel better.
Missed dose of Seroflo 250 Ciphaler?
If you miss a dose of Seroflo 250 Ciphaler use it as soon as you remember, unless it is time to inhale the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not use a double dose.
How should Seroflo 250 Ciphaler be stored?
Your Seroflo 250 Ciphaler should be stored below 30°C, and keep away from direct sunlight. Keep it closed when not in use
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Seroflo Ciphaler 500
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler general information
What is Seroflo 500 Ciphaler used for?
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler (also known as Advair Diskus) is a combination “preventer” medication for treating reversible obstructive airways disease, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This combination therapy is used for long-term asthma management in people (adults and children) who are:
- already using a corticosteroid and a bronchodilator
- using an inhaled corticosteroid to treat asthma but are still having symptoms
- using a short-acting beta-agonist (bronchodilator), as needed, to treat symptoms of asthma, as an alternative to starting on higher doses of corticosteroid.
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler does not contain a high enough dose of the corticosteroid medication for severe asthma and should not be used as a “reliever” for asthma attack. Seroflo 500 Ciphaler is also used to treat moderate to severe COPD who are using a beta-agonist (bronchodilator) but are still having symptoms. The combination of medications in Seroflo 500 Ciphaler work together to provide better control of asthma to protect against symptoms, prevent exacerbations of asthma or COPD and improve lung function.
How does Seroflo 500 Ciphaler work?
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler contains a combination of two medications that work by different mechanisms of action to control reversible obstructive airways disease in asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Fluticasone propionate is a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory medication that blocks Inflammation, one of the underlying causes of asthma, by inhibiting the production of inflammatory chemicals released in the airways in response to asthma trigger, such as an allergens or irritants in the air. This reduces inflammation and swelling of the airways. Salmeterol xinafoate is a long-acting beta2-agonist and bronchodilator that relaxes the muscles of the small airways of the lungs (bronchioles) to widen the airways. This reduces bronchospasm (constriction or the airways) relieving symptoms of asthma such as tightness of the chest, wheezing and shortness of breath and provides relief for up to 12 hours. Fluticasone and salmeterol work together to improve lung function, and to reduce symptoms and exacerbations of asthma.
What does Seroflo 500 Ciphaler contain?
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler is a molded plastic device with a foil strip with 60 blisters (or pockets) that contain the active ingredients fluticasone propionate (500mcg), a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory, used as an asthma prevention medication; and salmeterol xinafoate (50mcg), a long-acting bronchodilator that relieves bronchospasm, together as a dry inhalation powder. Each blister delivers 500mcg/50mcg per actuation into your lungs when you inhale and one Ciphaler contains 60 actuations.
Treating asthma with Seroflo 500 Ciphaler
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler contains a combination of fluticasone propionate, a corticosteroid and anti-inflammatory medication that blocks inflammation, one of the underlying causes of asthma; and salmeterol xinafoate, a long-acting bronchodilator that relieves bronchospasm (constriction or narrowing of the bronchioles or small airways) and widens the airways to allow air to flow more easily into the lungs. Seroflo 500 Ciphaler is used as an asthma prevention medication and the two medications works together to improve lung function, and to reduce exacerbations of asthma and symptoms like tightness of the chest, wheezing and shortness of breath. Seroflo 500 Ciphaler should not be used as a “reliever” or “rescue” medication if you are having an asthma attack.
Should you use Seroflo 500 Ciphaler with other asthma inhalers?
Seroflo 500 Ciphaler is used as a long-term “preventer” medication to reduce inflammation and swelling of the airways of the lung, and reduce bronchospasm (constriction or narrowing of the bronchioles or small airways) as part of an asthma management plan to reduce symptoms and exacerbations of asthma, and to improve lung function. You may also be prescribed a short-acting bronchodilator for relief of bronchospasm during an asthma attack, to be used as needed. Both are intended to be taken together, only if recommended by your doctor.
What are the side effects of Seroflo 500 Ciphaler?
The most commonly reported side effects when using Seroflo 500 Ciphaler due to the fluticasone component include, a sore throat or tongue, which may be due to candida infection (thrush), hoarseness or throat irritation and contusion in the skin (bruising). Side effects due to the salmeterol component include, headache, tachycardia (rapid heart beat), tremor (shaky or tense feeling), palpitations, mouth or throat irritation and muscle cramps. Pneumonia was reported in studies of patients with COPD.
When should Seroflo 500 Ciphaler not be used?
You should not use Seroflo 500 Ciphaler if you:
- are allergic to salmeterol or fluticasone any of the other ingredients in your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler
- are pregnant or breast feeding, without discussion with your doctor
- are a diabetic, without discussion with your doctor, as the fluticasone in Seroflo 500 Ciphaler may increase your glucose levels
- have tuberculosis of the lung or other long term lung infection
- are taking other medications that may interact with Seroflo 500 Ciphaler, including ritonavir for HIV infection, ketoconazole for fungal infection, or beta-blockers like propranolol
What are the health risks of Seroflo 500 Ciphaler?
Long term use of Seroflo 500 Ciphaler may cause the adrenal glands, which produce endogenous (naturally occurring) corticosteroids, to stop working efficiently. This may slow down the growth rate in children and will need regular monitoring. Seroflo 500 Ciphaler may also cause decreased bone mineral density if used for long periods.
What is paradoxical bronchospasm?
All inhaled asthma medications can cause paradoxical bronchospasm, which is when the inhaled medication taken to relieve or prevent bronchospasm actually makes it worse, causing wheezing, shortness of breath and tightness of the chest. If this happens you should inform your doctor and take their advice.
How should Seroflo 500 Ciphaler be used?
You should use your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler according to the instructions provided. The dose of Seroflo 500 Ciphaler you use (number of inhalations) and how often take it depends on the severity of your asthma and your age and should be as recommended by your doctor. You will usually take one inhalation twice a day, morning and evening. Seroflo 500 Ciphaler does not work immediately, but is intended as a long-term medication which may take up to a week to start to work and it may take several weeks before you feel maximum benefit. You should not stop taking your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler, even if you feel better.
How to use your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler
Follow the instructions provided for using your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler:
- Push open the outer case with your thumb and slide the lever until it clicks to release a dose of salmeterol and fluticasone.
- Breathe out as far as is comfortable and then place the mouthpiece in your mouth and inhale through your mouth until your lungs are full.
- Hold your breath for a few seconds, then breathe normally. Never breathe into your Ciphaler and only slide the lever when you are ready to take a dose.
- Close the outer case.
- Rinse your mouth after use.
How many inhalations to use from your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler?
How many inhalations you use from your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler and how often depends on the severity of your asthma and your age, and should be as recommended by your doctor. You will usually use one inhalation twice a day, morning and evening. Seroflo 500 Ciphaler delivers exactly one dose per actuation (inhalation).
How long should you use Seroflo 500 Ciphaler?
You should use for Seroflo 500 Ciphaler continually for as long as recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler, even if you feel better.
Missed dose of Seroflo 500 Ciphaler?
If you miss a dose of Seroflo 500 Ciphaler use it as soon as you remember, unless it is time to inhale the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not use a double dose.
How should Seroflo 500 Ciphaler be stored?
Your Seroflo 500 Ciphaler should be stored below 30°C, and keep away from direct sunlight. Keep it closed when not in use
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Proctosedyl Ointment
Proctosedyl general information
What is Proctosedyl used for?
Proctosedyl ointment is a topical treatment for haemorrhoids commonly known as piles (both external and internal), also for other painful conditions of the rectum such as rectal fissures (tears), anal pruritus (itching) and perianal eczema. Proctosedyl ointment reduces the pain, swelling and muscle spasm caused by haemorrhoids and other rectal lesions.
How does Proctosedyl work?
Proctosedyl ointment contains a combination of two medications that are used together as a topical treatment for haemorrhoids. Cinchocaine is a local anaesthetic with analgesic properties (pain relieving) and also relaxes spasm of the anal sphincter. Hydrocortisone is low potency corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and itching, and this reduces discharge. These two medications work together to numb the pain, reduce the swelling and relieve the itching associated with haemorrhoids and other rectal lesions.
What does Proctosedyl contain?
Proctosedyl ointment contains a combination of two active ingredients, cinchocaine hydrochloride 0.5% and hydrocortisone 0.5%, which act together to relive symptoms of haemorrhoids. It also contains: liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin and wool fat.
Treating haemorrhoids with Proctosedyl
Proctosedyl ointment contains a combination of two medications that are used as a topical treatment for haemorrhoids. Cinchocaine is a local anaesthetic with analgesic properties (pain relieving) and also relaxes spasm of the anal sphincter. Hydrocortisone is low potency corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and itching, and this reduces discharge. Together these two medications in Proctosedyl ointment reduce the pain, swelling and spasm caused by haemorrhoids.
What are the side effects of Proctosedyl?
The most commonly reported side effects when using Proctosedyl ointment include: burning and skin rash. If used for long periods on broken skin the hydrocortisone in Proctosedyl ointment may cause adrenal suppression and reduce the amount of corticosteroid hormone like cortisol produced by the adrenal gland.
When should Proctosedyl not be used?
You should not use Proctosedyl if you:
- are allergic to cinchocaine or hydrocortisone or any ingredient in Proctosedyl ointment
- have tuberculosis or fungal infection in the area of the anus
You should apply your Proctosedyl ointment to the affected area 3 times daily and after a bowel motion. Rub into the affected area and if you want to apply Proctosedyl ointment deeper, insert the nozzle all the way into the rectum and squeeze the tube. You should continue to used your Proctosedyl ointment for 7 days initially or as recommended by your doctor. If you need longer use, you should reduce the number of daily applications to 2 or 3 a day, but you should not use for more than 3 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
How long should you take Proctosedyl?
You should continue to used your Proctosedyl ointment for 7 days initially or as recommended by your doctor. If you need longer use, you should reduce the number of daily applications to 2 or 3 a day, but you should not use for more than 3 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
Missed dose of Proctosedyl
If you miss a dose of Proctosedyl ointment apply it as soon as you remember, unless it is time to take the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not take a double dose.
How should Proctosedyl be stored?
You should store your Proctosedyl ointment below 30°C and protect from light.
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Ortho Dermatological
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