Tiamvet may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Tiamulin fumarate (a derivative of Tiamulin) is reported as an ingredient of Tiamvet in the following countries:
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Bicalutamide Qualimed may be available in the countries listed below.
Bicalutamide is reported as an ingredient of Bicalutamide Qualimed in the following countries:
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Vegevit B12 may be available in the countries listed below.
Cyanocobalamin is reported as an ingredient of Vegevit B12 in the following countries:
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Oxytetracycline Hydrochloride (BANM, JAN) is known as Oxytetracycline in the US.
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Glossary
| BANM | British Approved Name (Modified) |
| JAN | Japanese Accepted Name |
Hemsyl may be available in the countries listed below.
Etamsylate is reported as an ingredient of Hemsyl in the following countries:
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Histaler may be available in the countries listed below.
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride (a derivative of Diphenhydramine) is reported as an ingredient of Histaler in the following countries:
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Enap HL may be available in the countries listed below.
Enalapril maleate (a derivative of Enalapril) is reported as an ingredient of Enap HL in the following countries:
Hydrochlorothiazide is reported as an ingredient of Enap HL in the following countries:
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Generic Name: diazoxide (oral) (DYE az OX ide)
Brand names: Proglycem, Hyperstat
Diazoxide given orally raises blood sugar by slowing the release of insulin from the pancreas.
Diazoxide is used to treat low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) related to certain cancers that affect the pancreas and cause it to release too much insulin.
Diazoxide may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Before taking diazoxide, tell your doctor if you have congestive heart failure, kidney disease, gout, high cholesterol, or low potassium.
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition and not causing harmful effects, your urine will need to be tested often for the presence of glucose (sugar) or ketones. You may be able to do this testing at home. Call your doctor if you have any abnormal test result.
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while you are taking diazoxide.
Before taking diazoxide, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
congestive heart failure;
kidney disease;
gout;
high cholesterol or triglycerides; or
low levels of potassium in your blood (hypokalemia).
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take diazoxide.
Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.
Diazoxide usually begins to work within 1 hour, and its effects can last up to 8 hours.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition and not causing harmful effects, your urine will need to be tested often for the presence of glucose (sugar) or ketones. You may be able to do this testing at home. Call your doctor if you have any abnormal test result.
See also: Diazoxide dosage (in more detail)
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include increased thirst or urination, fruity breath odor, nausea, and vomiting, or feeling like you might pass out.
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while you are taking diazoxide.
shortness of breath, swelling in your hands or feet;
rapid pulse;
fast or pounding heartbeats;
chest pain;
blurred vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights;
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
urinating less than usual; or
feeling like you might pass out.
Less serious side effects may include:
temporary increase in growth of body hair (especially in women and children;
nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite;
diarrhea;
decreased sense of taste;
headache, dizziness, anxiety;
weakness; or
mild itching or skin rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Usual Adult Dose for Hypertensive Emergency:
IV: 1 to 3 mg/kg up to a maximum of 150 mg every 5 to 15 minutes, then every 4 to 24 hours. It should be administered in less than 30 seconds into a peripheral vein.
Usual Adult Dose for Hypoglycemia:
3 to 8 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 or 12 hours. Higher dosages (up to 15 mg/kg/day) have been used in refractory hypoglycemia.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypertensive Emergency:
1 to 5 mg/kg IV up to a maximum of 150 mg every 5 to 15 minutes, then every 4 to 24 hours. The dose should be administered in less than 30 seconds into a peripheral vein. Alternatively, 3 to 5 mg/kg infused over 30 minutes may result in less hypotension and hyperglycemia.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Hypoglycemia:
Hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia:
less than 1 month: Initial: 10 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 hours; usual range: 5 to 15 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 hours
less than 1 year: Initial: 10 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 hours; usual range: 5 to 20 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 hours
1 year or older: Initial: 3 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 hours; usual range: 3 to 8 mg/kg/day orally in divided doses every 8 to 12 hours
Higher dosages (up to 15 mg/kg/day) have been used in refractory hypoglycemia.
The following drugs can interact with diazoxide. Tell your doctor if you have recently taken any of these:
a diuretic (water pill);
chlorpromazine (Thorazine);
phenytoin (Dilantin);
a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin); or
drugs to treat high blood pressure or a prostate disorder, such as alfuzosin (Uroxatral), doxazosin (Cardura), prazosin (Minipress), terazosin (Hytrin), tamsulosin (Flomax).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with diazoxide. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
See also: diazoxide side effects (in more detail)
Glibemet may be available in the countries listed below.
Glibenclamide is reported as an ingredient of Glibemet in the following countries:
Metformin is reported as an ingredient of Glibemet in the following countries:
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Sincro Bovis may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Dinoprost is reported as an ingredient of Sincro Bovis in the following countries:
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Hafenthyl may be available in the countries listed below.
Fenofibrate is reported as an ingredient of Hafenthyl in the following countries:
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In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Rec.INN
S01FA06
0001508-75-4
C17-H20-N2-O2
284
Parasympatholytic agent
Mydriatic agent
Benzeneacetamide, N-ethyl-α-(hydroxymethyl)-N-(4-pyridinylmethyl)-
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Glossary
| BAN | British Approved Name |
| DCF | Dénomination Commune Française |
| DCIT | Denominazione Comune Italiana |
| IS | Inofficial Synonym |
| JAN | Japanese Accepted Name |
| OS | Official Synonym |
| PH | Pharmacopoeia Name |
| Rec.INN | Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization) |
| USAN | United States Adopted Name |
Hydralazine HCl CF may be available in the countries listed below.
Hydralazine hydrochloride (a derivative of Hydralazine) is reported as an ingredient of Hydralazine HCl CF in the following countries:
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Lisovyr may be available in the countries listed below.
Aciclovir is reported as an ingredient of Lisovyr in the following countries:
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