Azicip 500 (Azithromycin)

Azicip 500 Tablet

Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Azithromycin (500mg)
Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction
Azicip 500 Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat various types of bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, ear, nose, throat, lungs, skin, and eye in adults and children. It is also effective in typhoid fever and some sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhea.

Uses of Azicip Tablet
Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Azicip Tablet
In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Azicip 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine that can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the blood, brain, lungs, bones, joints, urinary tract, stomach, and intestines. It can also be used to treat sexually transmitted diseases. It stops the growth of the bacteria causing the infection and clears the infection. Take it for as long as prescribed by the doctor and avoid skipping doses. This will make sure that all bacteria are killed and they do not become resistant.

Fact Box

Chemical Class: Macrolides
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class: Macrolides

Diclomol (Pain Killer)

Diclomol Tablet
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Win-Medicare Pvt Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Diclofenac (50mg) + Paracetamol (325mg)
Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Diclomol Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

Benefits of Diclomol Tablet
In Pain relief

Diclomol Tablet is a combination of medicines that is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation and swelling. It inhibits release of those chemical messengers in the brain that tell us that we have pain. It effectively relieves back pain, earache, throat pain, toothache and pain due to arthritis too.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

How Diclomol Tablet works

Diclomol Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Diclofenac and Paracetamol. These medicines work by blocking the action of chemical messengers responsible for pain, fever and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Pharmacology
Diclofenac, sold under the brand name Voltaren among others, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and inflammatory diseases such as gout. It is taken by mouth, rectally in a suppository, used by injection, or applied to the skin. Improvements in pain last for as much as eight hours. It is also available in combination with misoprostol in an effort to decrease stomach problems.

Common side effects include abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, nausea, dizziness, headache, and swelling. Serious side effects may include heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, and stomach ulceration. Use is not recommended in the third trimester of pregnancy. It is likely safe during breastfeeding. It is believed to work by decreasing the production of prostaglandin. It blocks both cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2).

Diclofenac was patented in 1965 by Ciba-Geigy; it came into medical use in the United States in 1988. It is available as a generic medication. In 2019, it was the 74th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 10 million prescriptions. It is available as a sodium or potassium salt.

Quick tips

1. You have been prescribed this combination medicine for relieving pain and inflammation.
2. Take it with food to avoid getting an upset stomach.
3. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
4. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Diclomol Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
5. Do not take it with any other medicine containing acetaminophen (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.

Fact Box

Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: PAIN ANALGESICS

Avamox (by Sanjay Biotech)

Avamox (by Sanjay Biotech)
Tablet: Avamox-500 
Composition: Amoxicillin 500mg

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat a number of bacterial infections. These include middle ear infection, strep throat, pneumonia, skin infections, and urinary tract infections among others.

Common adverse effects include nausea and rash. It may also increase the risk of yeast infections and, when used in combination with clavulanic acid, diarrhea. 
It should not be used in those who are allergic to penicillin. 
While usable in those with kidney problems, the dose may need to be decreased. Its use in pregnancy and breastfeeding does not appear to be harmful. Amoxicillin is in the beta-lactam family of antibiotics.

Pharmacology

Amoxicillin (α-amino-p-hydroxybenzyl penicillin) is a semisynthetic derivative of penicillin with a structure similar to ampicillin but with better absorption when taken by mouth, thus yielding higher concentrations in blood and in urine. Amoxicillin diffuses easily into tissues and body fluids. It will cross the placenta and is excreted into breastmilk in small quantities. It is metabolized by the liver and excreted into the urine. It has an onset of 30 minutes and a half-life of 3.7 hours in newborns and 1.4 hours in adults.

Amoxicillin attaches to the cell wall of susceptible bacteria and results in their death. It also is a bactericidal compound. It is effective against streptococci, pneumococci, enterococci, Haemophilus influenzae, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Neisseria meningitidis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Shigella, Chlamydia trachomatis, Salmonella, Borrelia burgdorferi, and Helicobacter pylori. As a derivative of ampicillin, amoxicillin is a member of the penicillin family and, like penicillins, is a β-lactam antibiotic. It inhibits cross-linkage between the linear peptidoglycan polymer chains that make up a major component of the bacterial cell wall. It has two ionizable groups in the physiological range (the amino group in alpha-position to the amide carbonyl group and the carboxyl group).

Alex Syrup (Dry Cough)

Alex Syrup
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/5ml)
Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Alex Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and throat irritation. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Benefits of Alex Syrup

In Treatment of Dry cough

A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat, and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies, or throat irritants. Alex Syrup suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. Alex Syrup usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

How Alex Syrup works

Alex Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, which relieves dry cough. 

# Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. 

# Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. 

# Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.

Quick tips

1. Alex Syrup helps in the treatment of dry cough.

2. It is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.

3. Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.

4. Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.

5. Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.

Fact Box

Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: RESPIRATORY

Aggrawal Medicose

Aggrawal Medicos

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Allopathic, Ayurvedic, Cosmetic and Surgical Products

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Keto Scalp Plus

Ketoscalp Plus Cream

Manufactured byLEEFORD HEALTHCARE LTD
Contains: Ketoconazole (2 %w/w) + Beclomethasone (0.025 %w/w)

Description

Ketoscalp Plus Cream is a combination medicine consisting of ketoconazole and beclomethasone. It is used to treat fungal infections. This medicine helps to relieve symptoms like redness, swelling, and itching on the skin. Ketoscalp Plus Cream works by killing the fungi and thereby helps in treating skin infections.

Ketoscalp Plus Cream has some side effects like burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Stop using this medicine if these symptoms persist for a long time. Avoid using this cream if you are allergic to it.  Do not touch or scratch the affected area as it may cause the infection to spread.

Ketoscalp Plus Cream is a prescription medicine. Apply a small amount of Ketoscalp Plus Cream to the affected area once or twice a day or as advised by your doctor. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. In case of accidental contact, wash the area thoroughly with water. 

Ketoscalp Plus Cream is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Ketoscalp Plus Cream. It may take several weeks for this medicine to improve your condition. Hence, do not stop using it without consulting your doctor.

COMPOSITION: 	Each g contains Ketoconazole 2% w/w & Beclomethasone Dipropionate 0.025% w/w

FORMULATION: 	TOPICALS

STATUS: 	PRESCRIPTION ONLY DRUG

DESCRIPTION: 	Ketoscalp Plus cream contains Ketoconazole, antifungal drug that act by killing the infection causing fungus on the skin & Beclomethasone, a corticosteroid that relieves itching, redness, irritation & swelling. It is prescribed for Tinea (a fungus) infection of head, beard, chest and back, fingers and other skin area of the body; for Candida (fungus) infection of skin called candidiasis etc where there is associated inflammation and itching.

SIDE EFFECTS: 	The main side effects are irritation, pruritus, rash and stinging sensation.

Tucin D Syrup

Tucin D Syrup

Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: I.I.F.A Health Care
SALT COMPOSITION: Phenylephrine (5mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)
Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Tucin D Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and throat irritation. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Benefits of Tucin D Syrup

In Treatment of Dry cough

A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat, and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies, or throat irritants. Tucin D Syrup suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. Tucin D Syrup usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

How Tucin D Syrup works

Tucin D Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, which relieves dry cough. 

Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. 

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. 

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.

Petril-MD 0.5

Petril-MD (Mouth Dissolving) 0.5 Tablet

Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Micro Labs Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Clonazepam (0.5mg)
Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Petril-MD 0.5 Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat epilepsy (seizures) and anxiety disorder. It helps to decrease the abnormal and excessive activity of the nerve cells and calms the brain.

Petril-MD 0.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. However, take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body.  

Uses of Petril Tablet MD

1. Treatment of Anxiety disorder
2. Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Benefits of Petril Tablet MD

In Treatment of Anxiety disorder

Petril-MD 0.5 Tablet stops your brain from releasing the chemicals that make you feel anxious so it can reduce the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worry. It can also reduce feelings of restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, feeling irritable and sleep problems that often come with Anxiety Disorder. It will therefore help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.

In Treatment of Epilepsy/Seizures

Petril-MD 0.5 Tablet slows down electrical signals in the brain which cause seizures (fits). It can also help reduce symptoms such as confusion, uncontrollable jerking movements, loss of awareness, and fear or anxiety. The medicine can allow you to do some activities that you would otherwise be forbidden or scared to do (such as swimming and driving). It can take a few weeks for this medicine to work (because the dose has to be increased slowly) and during this time you may still have seizures. Do not stop using this medicine even if you feel well, until your doctor advises you to. Missing doses may trigger a seizure.

Side effects of Petril Tablet MD
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them:
Common side effects of Petril:

    Depression
    Dizziness
    Drowsiness
    Fatigue
    Impaired coordination
    Memory impairment

All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Petril-MD 0.5 Tablet
₹3.49/Tablet MD

Lozep 0.5mg Tablet MD
Psychotropics India Ltd
₹1.83/tablet md
48% cheaper

Lonacen 0.5mg Tablet MD
USV Ltd
₹2.47/tablet md
29% cheaper

Prozepton 0.5mg Tablet MD
Triko Pharmaceuticals
₹2.49/tablet md
29% cheaper

Clodep 0.5mg Tablet MD
Mission Research Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹2.5/tablet md
28% cheaper

Clonapax 0.5mg Tablet MD
Reliance Formulation Pvt Ltd
₹2.8/tablet md
20% cheaper 

Quick tips

1. The addiction / habit-forming potential of this medicine is very high. Take it only as per the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

2. It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

3. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may increase dizziness and drowsiness.

4. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

5. Inform your doctor if you experience worsen anxiety, depression angry, or violent behavior and mania while taking this medicine.

6. Do not stop taking medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as that may lead to nausea, anxiety, agitation, flu-like symptoms, sweating, tremor, and confusion.

Fact Box

Chemical Class: Benzodiazepines Derivative
Habit Forming: Yes
Therapeutic Class: NEURO CNS
Action Class: Benzodiazepines

Coughchoice-D Syrup, 100 ml

Apollo Pharmacy Coughchoice-D Syrup, 100 ml

Manufacturer: APOLLO HOSPITALS ENTERPRIS LTD
Pack Of: 1
Consume Type: ORAL

Key Benefits

1. Coughchoice-D Syrup relief from dry irritating cough, allergic cough, blocked nose, sneezing, itchy watery eyes, throat irritation, running nose.

2. Coughchoice-D contains the three active ingredients which have the synergistic effect in suppressing the cough. 
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate

3. Coughchoice D acts in the three different ways in a single dosage such as Antitussive, Decongestant & Antihistaminic.

4. Coughchoice D is mainly for the Dry cough.

Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml

Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml

Manufacturer: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE-138MG + DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDE-14.08MG + SODIUM CITRATE-57.3MG
Pack Of: 1 SYRUP

Consume Type: ORAL

Ref: Apollo Pharmacy

About Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml

Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml belongs to a group of medicines called expectorants and cough products used to provide relief from cough. Additionally, Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml may also help in providing relief from allergy and nasal congestion due to cold. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways, thereby prevents respiratory infection. 
 
Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Ammonium chloride and Diphenhydramine hydrochloride, and Sodium citrate. 

# Ammonium chloride helps in the removal of phlegm/mucus from the airways by decreasing its stickiness. 

# Diphenhydramine hydrochloride works by blocking the action of a chemical substance called histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. 

# Sodium citrate helps in reducing congestion, thereby makes it easier to cough out through the mouth. Together, Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml provides relief from cough. 

Medicinal Benefits

Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Ammonium chloride and Diphenhydramine hydrochloride, and Sodium citrate. Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml is used to provide relief from cough accompanied by cold symptoms such as sore throat, runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Additionally, Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml helps in providing relief from allergy. 

# Ammonium chloride is an expectorant that helps in the removal of phlegm/mucus from the airways by decreasing its stickiness. 

# Diphenhydramine hydrochloride is an antihistamine that works by blocking the action of a chemical substance called histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. 

# Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent that helps in loosening the congestion, thereby makes it easier to cough out through the mouth. 

Together, Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml provides relief from cough.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml may have interaction with an antidepressant (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), anti-Parkinson agent (rasagiline).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml as it might cause increased dizziness. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Kuffdryl Syrup 100 ml may have interactions with asthma, prostate problems, narrow-angle glaucoma, stomach or bowel ulcers, glucose-galactose malabsorption, sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, fructose intolerance, kidney or liver problems.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is a body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Cough can be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) develops sputum (phlegm or mucus) from the lungs. 

Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract. 

If you are coughing out thick, solid white mucus, it indicates that you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. Clear or light-coloured mucus indicates allergies or minor infection in the respiratory tract, and a yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

Herpikind Ointment

Herpikind Ointment

Prescription: Required

Manufacturer: Mankind Pharma Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION: Acyclovir (5% w/w)

Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Herpikind Ointment is an antiviral medicine which helps in treating skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in skin cells and therefore helps in clearing the skin infection.

Herpikind Ointment is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.

Some common side effects include burning, irritation, itching and redness of the skin, at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Benefits of Herpikind Ointment
In Herpes labialis

Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. Herpikind Ointment can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores. Keep using this medicine as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Herpikind Ointment
₹10.2/gm of Ointment

Cloviderm Ointment
Novartis India Ltd
₹3.75/gm of ointment
63% cheaper

Herporax Ointment
Biocare Remedies
₹7.1/gm of ointment
30% cheaper

Herperax Ointment
Micro Labs Ltd
₹10.9/gm of ointment
7% costlier

Aclovir Ointment
Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
₹31.18/gm of ointment
206% costlier 

Quick tips

1. Herpikind Ointment helps treat recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores).
2. Treatment should be started as early as possible following onset of signs and symptoms.
3. Apply it thinly to affected area five times a day, or as suggested by your doctor.
4. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
5. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.
6. Inform your doctor if your symptoms have not improved after 10 days of treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class: Nucleoside analog
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: DERMA
Action Class: Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs

Otraderm-100 (Itraconazole Capsules)

Otraderm 100mg Capsule

Prescription: Required

Manufacturer: Glue Biotech

SALT COMPOSITION: Itraconazole (100mg)

Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Otraderm-100 Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Safety advice

Alcohol: CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Itraconazole Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Driving: UNSAFE
The Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
The Capsule can sometimes cause dizziness, blurred/double vision or hearing loss. This may affect your ability to drive.

Substitutes

Canditral 100 Capsule
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹14/capsule
53% cheaper 

Fact Box

Chemical Class: Azoles {Triazoles}
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: OPHTHAL
Action Class: Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Itradila (Itraconazole Capsules BP 100mg)

Itradila 100mg Capsule

Prescription: Required

Manufacturer: Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION: Itraconazole (100mg)

Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Itradila 100mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Safety advice

Alcohol: CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Itradila 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Driving: UNSAFE
Itradila 100mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Itradila 100mg Capsule can sometimes cause dizziness, blurred/double vision or hearing loss. This may affect your ability to drive.

Substitutes

Canditral 100 Capsule
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹14/capsule
53% cheaper 

Fact Box

Chemical Class: Azoles {Triazoles}
Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: OPHTHAL
Action Class: Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

AP Cough Syrup

Apollo Pharmacy Non Drowsy Cough Syrup, 100 ml

Manufacturer: APOLLO HOSPITALS ENTERPRISES LTD

Consume Type: ORAL

Description

# Apollo Life cough syrup is honey based herbal formulation concocted with the benefits of Tulsi, Sunthi and Banafsa. 

# It provides effective relief from cough and throat irritation without being drowsy. Ingredients

# Honey Based Aqueous extract of various herbs including Tulsi, Sunthi, banafsa etc

Ingredients

Honey: Soothes throat and relieves cough instantly

Tulsi: Effective decongestant

Sunthi: Relieves sore throat

Banafsa: Expectorant and Demulcent

Crocin Pain Relief (by GSK)

Crocin Pain Relief Tablet
MANUFACTURER: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare
SALT COMPOSITION: Caffeine (50mg) + Paracetamol (650mg)
STORAGE: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Crocin Pain Relief Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of headache. It helps relieve headache by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that causes headache.

Using this medicine may cause sleep problems (insomnia), nervousness, irritation, or restlessness. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or worsen, you should let your doctor know.

BENEFITS OF CROCIN TABLET
: In Treatment of Headache

SIDE EFFECTS OF CROCIN TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them:
Common side effects of Crocin:
1. Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
2. Nervousness
3. Irritation
4. Restlessness

HOW CROCIN TABLET WORKS

Crocin Pain Relief Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Caffeine and Paracetamol. 

# Caffeine narrows the blood vessels in the brain to reduce headache. 

# Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain. Together, they relieve headache effectively.

Quick tips

1. Crocin Pain Relief Tablet is used to get relief from headache.

2. You can take a dose of Crocin Pain Relief Tablet every 4-6 hours if needed, up to four times a day. Remember to leave at least four hours between doses and do not take more than four doses in any 24-hour period.

3. Taking too much of this medicine can cause damage to your liver because of the presence of paracetamol in it.

4. Managing your stress levels well and taking 6-7 hours of sleep at night can help prevent a headache.

Fact Box

Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: PAIN ANALGESICS

Interesting Fact

The recommended maximum daily dose for an adult is three to four grams. Higher doses may lead to toxicity, including liver failure.[42] Paracetamol poisoning is the foremost cause of acute liver failure in the Western world, and accounts for most drug overdoses in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.

Ref: Wikipedia, 2021-Dec-10, Recent Link

Paracetamol


Formula: C8H9NO2
Solubility in water: : 7.21 g/kg (0 °C); 8.21 g/kg (5 °C); 9.44 g/kg (10 °C); 10.97 g/kg (15 °C); 12.78 g/kg (20 °C); ~14 mg/ml (20 °C);
Molar mass: 151.165 g·mol−1
Melting point: 169 °C (336 °F)
Metabolism: Predominantly in the liver
Other names: N-acetyl-para-aminophenol (APAP), acetaminophen (USAN US)
IUPAC ID: N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide, N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)ethanamide

Pharmacology

Pharmacodynamics: Paracetamol appears to exert its effects through two mechanisms: the inhibition of cyclooxygenase and actions of its metabolite AM404.

Supporting the first mechanism, pharmacologically and in its side effects, paracetamol is close to classical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that act by inhibiting COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes and especially similar to selective COX-2 inhibitors. Paracetamol inhibits prostaglandin synthesis by reducing the active form of COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes. This occurs only when the concentration of arachidonic acid and peroxides is low. Under these conditions, COX-2 is the predominant form of cyclooxygenase, which explains the apparent COX-2 selectivity of paracetamol. Under the conditions of inflammation, the concentration of peroxides is high, which counteracts the reducing effect of paracetamol. Accordingly, the anti-inflammatory action of paracetamol is slight.

The second mechanism centers around the paracetamol metabolite AM404. This metabolite has been detected in the brains of animals and cerebrospinal fluid of humans taking paracetamol. Apparently, it is formed in the brain from another paracetamol metabolite 4-aminophenol by action of fatty acid amide hydrolase. AM404 is a weak agonist of cannabinoid receptors CB1 and CB2, an inhibitor of endocannabinoid transporter, and a potent activator of TRPV1 receptor. This and other research indicate that cannabinoid system and TRPV1 may play an important role in the analgesic effect of paracetamol.
Ref: Wikipedia, 2021-Dec-10, Recent Link

Clobenate-GM (Anti-fungal, Anti-allergic, Anti-biotic)

Clobetasol Propionate, Miconazole Nitrate and Neomycin Cream

Brand Names: 
1. Classive GM 
 Price: 75 INR for 15g 
2. Clobenate-GM 
 Price: 64 INR for 10g
 Manufacturer: Ind-Swift Ltd


#1 Clobetasol Propionate

Source 1:

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

A highly potent drug (e.g., fentanyl, alprazolam, risperidone) evokes a given response at low concentrations, while a drug of lower potency (meperidine, diazepam, ziprasidone) evokes the same response only at higher concentrations. Higher potency does not necessarily mean more side effects.

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Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid used to treat skin conditions such as eczema, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis. It is applied to the skin as a cream, ointment, or shampoo. Use should be short term and only if other weaker corticosteroids are not effective. Use is not recommended in rosacea or perioral dermatitis.

Common side effects include skin irritation, dry skin, redness, pimples, and telangiectasia. Serious side effects may include adrenal suppression, allergic reactions, cellulitis, and Cushing's syndrome. Use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is of unclear safety. Clobetasol is believed to work by activating steroid receptors. It is a US Class I (Europe: class IV) corticosteroid, making it one of the strongest available.

Clobetasol propionate was patented in 1968 and came into medical use in 1978. It is available as a generic medication. In 2017, it was the 209th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than two million prescriptions.

#2 Miconazole Nitrate

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Miconazole, sold under the brand name Monistat among others, is an antifungal medication used to treat ring worm, pityriasis versicolor, and yeast infections of the skin or vagina. It is used for ring worm of the body, groin (jock itch), and feet (athlete's foot). It is applied to the skin or vagina as a cream or ointment.

Common side effects include itchiness or irritation of the area in which it was applied. Use in pregnancy is believed to be safe for the baby. Miconazole is in the imidazole family of medications. It works by decreasing the ability of fungi to make ergosterol, an important part of their cell membrane.

Miconazole was patented in 1968 and approved for medical use in 1971. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.

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Miconazole 1 Kit
Common Brand(S): Monistat
Generic Name(S): miconazole nitrate 

This medication is used to treat vaginal yeast infections. Miconazole reduces vaginal burning, itching, and discharge that may occur with this condition. This medication is an azole antifungal. It works by stopping the growth of yeast (fungus) that causes the infection. The vaginal product comes in 2 forms (a vaginal cream or tablet). Some products also come with a skin cream to be applied to the area around the outside of the vagina. Ask your doctor before using this medication for self-treatment if this is your first vaginal infection. This medication only works for vaginal fungal infections. You may have a different type of infection (such as bacterial vaginosis) and may need a different medication. If you have fever, chills, flu-like symptoms, stomach/abdominal pain, or a bad-smelling vaginal discharge, do not use this medication. 

#3 Neomycin

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Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that displays bactericidal activity against gram-negative aerobic bacilli and some anaerobic bacilli where resistance has not yet arisen. It is generally not effective against gram-positive bacilli and anaerobic gram-negative bacilli. Neomycin comes in oral and topical formulations, including creams, ointments, and eyedrops. Neomycin belongs to the aminoglycoside class of antibiotics that contain two or more amino sugars connected by glycosidic bonds.

Neomycin was discovered in 1949 by microbiologist Selman Waksman and his student Hubert Lechevalier at Rutgers University. Neomycin received approval for medical use in 1952. Rutgers University was granted the patent for neomycin in 1957.

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Neomycin Sulfate

Generic Name: neomycin sulfate
Brand Name: Neomycin Sulfate
Last reviewed on RxList: 11/23/2020

Neomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.
Neomycin is used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery of your intestines. Neomycin is also used to reduce the symptoms of hepatic coma.

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Tusq-X Plus Expectorant

Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Blue Cross Laboratories Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Terbutaline (1.25mg/5ml)
Storage: Store below 30°C

Introduction

Tusq-X Plus Expectorant effectively treats wet cough (cough with mucus) in children. It helps in thinning the mucus by increasing its water content. This relieves throat irritation and clears congestion, enabling easy breathing in your child.

Give Tusq-X Plus Expectorant to your child orally, with or without food. Give it with food to reduce the chances of stomach upset. You may be required to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon your child’s clinical condition and severity of the illness. Do not stop the medication abruptly by yourself, even if your child starts to feel better. Continue the medicine until the prescribed course is complete. Do not give more than the prescribed dose for fast relief as it may cause unwanted effects and worsen your child’s condition.

If your child vomits soon after taking Tusq-X Plus Expectorant, help the child calm down and repeat the same dose. Skip the dose if it is time for the next dose. Do not overdose to catch up for the missed one. Do not give this medicine to your child for the long term without consulting your child’s doctor. Check the medicine label thoroughly and never combine this medicine with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.

Tusq-X Plus Expectorant may have some common and temporary side effects. These may include excessive salivation, fatigue, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, irregular heartbeat, rash, tremors, and numbness or tingling sensation in the hands or feet. In case of worrisome episodes, call your child’s doctor right away.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history, including any previous episode of respiratory illness, allergy, heart problems, blood disorders, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, sinus issues, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Benefits of Tusq-X Plus Expectorant
In Treatment of Cough with mucus

Tusq-X Plus Expectorant helps gently soothe and relieve your child’s cough. It loosens thick mucus by increasing the water level of the mucus, thereby making it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. 

Along with medications, drinking lukewarm water and gargling with warm salt water may also help ease symptoms for your child.

How Tusq-X Plus Expectorant works

Tusq-X Plus Expectorant contains three active medicines. Each ingredient present in this medicine plays a pivotal role. 

1. Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. 

2. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of the mucus and helps in its removal from the airways. 

3. Terbutaline is a bronchodilator that relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways.

Bronchodilator

Bronchodilators are a type of medication that make breathing easier by relaxing the muscles in the lungs and widening the airways (bronchi). They're often used to treat long-term conditions where the airways may become narrow and inflamed, such as: asthma, a common lung condition caused by inflammation of the airways.
Ref: National Health Service (UK)

Expectorant

A medicine which promotes the secretion of sputum by the air passages, used to treat coughs.

Mucoactive agent

Mucoactive agents are a class of chemical agents that aid in the clearance of mucus from the upper and lower airways, including the lungs, bronchi, and trachea. Mucoactive drugs include expectorants, mucolytics, mucoregulators, and mucokinetics.

Quick tips

% Tusq-X Plus Expectorant may make your child feel sleepy. Advise your child to be cautious when taking part in physical activities.

% Do not share your child’s medicines with other children, even if they show similar symptoms. Each child is different, and the dose and frequency of medicine depend upon factors like body weight, age, and clinical condition.

% Stop Tusq-X Plus Expectorant and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.

% Practice self-care tips:

1. Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergies.
2. Give your child plenty of fluids as it helps to thin and loosen the mucus accumulated in the lungs.
3. Restrain your child from having caffeinated products and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing.
4. Make your child gargle with warm saltwater.
5. Ensure your child takes enough rest.

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Habit Forming: No
Therapeutic Class: RESPIRATORY

Derma-KT Neo

Prescription: Required
Mfg/Mkt: marxx pharma
DERMA KT NEO 15GM CREAM

Composition

Clobetasol propionate 0.05 %W/W
Iodochlorhydroxyquinoline %W/W
Ketoconazole %W/W
Neomycin 0.1 %W/W
Tolnaftate 1 %W/W

Therapeutic Class

Aminoglycosides 
Topical Antibiotics 
Topical Antifungals & Antiparasites

Eye Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics 
Ear Anti-Infectives & Antiseptics 
Psoriasis 
Seborrhea & Ichthyosis Preparations 
Antifungals 
Topical Corticosteroids

Uses and Benefits

Derma KT Neo 15GM cream is combination of medicines used to treat skin infections caused by fungus and bacteria and certain yeasts. It is used to treat infections caused by Epidermophyton floccosum, Trichophyton spp., and Microsporum spp. These infections caused could be infection of feet, ringworm infection, or infection in groin and buttocks. It is used for the topical treatment of tinea corporis, tinea cruris and tinea pedis and in the treatment of cutaneous candidiasis, seborrheic dermatitis and scalp psoriasis, characterised by symptoms such as red, scaly, itchy patches of skin on the scalp and persistent dandruff. This cream is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by Blastomyces, Aspergillus, histoplasma. However, the uses of this cream mentioned here are not exhaustive, there may be other conditions for which the medication may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.

Mechanism of Action of Drugs

% Clobetasol propionate is a steroid which works by blocking the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that make skin red, swollen and itchy. 

% Iodochlorhydroxyquinoline is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and fungus by damaging the DNA.

% Ketoconazole and Tolnaftate are anti-fungal drugs that changes the permeability of the cell wall of the fungal cells and prevents their growth. It binds to the phospholipids of the membrane and inhibits the fungal CYP450 activity, thereby decreasing ergosterol biosynthesis that are essential for the development of the cell membrane. This results in the death of cells due to the loss of intracellular sections.

% Neomycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of bacteria on the skin by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out its vital functions.

Country of origin: INDIA

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