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Gluconorm

Generic:

Glimepiride

Therapeutic
Class:

Sulphonylurea A-Diabs

Composition:

Each
Gluconorm tablet contains glimepiride 1 mg, 2 mg, 3 mg or 4 mg as active
ingredient.

Description:

Gluconorm
(glimepiride) is an oral blood-glucose-lowering drug of the sulfonylurea
class.

Indications:

Gluconorm
is indicated:

– As
an adjunct to diet and exercise to lower the blood glucose in patients with
noninsulin-dependent (Type 2) diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) whose hyperglycemia
cannot be controlled by diet and exercise alone.

– Concomitantly with metformin when diet, exercise and Gluconorm or metformin alone do not result in adequate glycemic control.

– In combination with insulin to lower blood glucose in patients whose hyperglycemia cannot be controlled by diet and exercise in conjunction with an oral hypoglycemic agent. Combined use of glimepiride and insulin may increase the potential for hypoglycemia.

Dosage:

Usual
Starting Dose:

The usual starting dose of Gluconorm as initial therapy is 1-2 mg once daily, administered with breakfast or the first main meal.

The maximum starting dose of Gluconorm should be no more than 2 mg.

Usual Maintenance Dose:
The usual maintenance dose is 1 to 4 mg once daily.

The maximum recommended dose is 8 mg once daily.

Gluconorm-Metformin Combination Therapy:
If patients do not respond adequately to the maximal dose of Gluconorm monotherapy, addition of metformin may be considered.

With concomitant Gluconorm and metformin therapy, the desired control of blood glucose may be obtained by adjusting the dose of each drug.

Gluconorm-Insulin Combination Therapy:
Combination therapy with Gluconorm and insulin may also be used in secondary failure patients. The recommended Gluconorm dose is 8 mg once daily administered with the first main meal.

After starting with low-dose insulin, upward adjustments of insulin can be done approximately weekly as guided by frequent measurements of fasting blood glucose.

Presentations:

Gluconorm 1 mg tablet is available in pack of 20’s.
Gluconorm 2 mg tablet is available in pack of 20’s.
Gluconorm 3 mg tablet is available in pack of 20’s.
Gluconorm 4 mg tablet is available in pack of 20’s.

Febuxin

Generic:

Febuxostat

Therapeutic Class:

Anti-Gout

Composition:

Each Febuxin tablet contains 40 or
80 mg of febuxostat for oral administration.

Description:

Febuxin (febuxostat) is a xanthine
oxidase inhibitor.

Indications:

Febuxin is indicated for the
chronic management of hyperuricemia in patients with gout.

Dosage:

For treatment of hyperuricemia in
patients with gout, Febuxin is recommended at 40 mg or 80 mg once daily. It
can be taken without regard to food or antacid use.

The recommended starting dose of Febuxin is 40 mg once daily. For patients
who do not achieve a serum uric acid (sUA) less than 6 mg per dL after 2
weeks with 40 mg, FEBUXIN 80 mg is recommended.

Presentations:

Febuxin tab 40 mg and 80 mg is available in blister pack of 20’s.

Doxium

Generic:

Calcium Dobesilate

Therapeutic Class:

Systemic Vasoprotectives

Composition:

Each Doxium capsule contains
calcium dobesilate monohydrate 500 mg.

Description:

Calcium dobesilate acts on the
capillary walls by regulating its impaired physiological
functions-increased permeability and decreased resistance. It increases
erythrocyte flexibility, inhibits platelet hyperaggregation and in diabetic
retinopathy, it reduces plasma and blood hyperviscosity, thus improving
blood rheological properties and tissue irrigation. These effects allow to
correct capillary dysfunctions either of functional origin or caused by
constitutional or acquired metabolic disorders. Calcium dobesilate contributes
to reduce edema.

Indications:

Microangiopathies, in particular Diabetic Retinopathy.
Clinical signs of Chronic Venous Insufficiency in the lower limbs (pain, cramps, paresthesia, oedema, stasis dermatosis).
As adjuvant in Superficial Thrombophlebitis.
Haemorrhoidal Syndrome

Dosage:

Generally 500 to 1000 mg – 1
capsule once or twice a day to be taken with the main meals. Treatment
duration, which is generally between a few weeks and several months,
depends on the disease and its evolution. Dosage should be adapted
individually according to the severity of the case.

Presentations:

500 mg caps 30’s

Cofif Syrup

Generic:

IVY leaf

Therapeutic Class:

Expectorants

Composition:

Each 10 ml of Cofif syrup contains:

IVY leaf Powder Extract……………..70 mg

Description:

Cofif syrup contains IVY Leaf extract. It possesses antitussive and
expectorant action that provides relief from bronchial cough and other
associated respiratory afflictions. It is an efficient and natural remedy
for adult and children.

Indications:

Cofif syrup is indicated for:

Symptomatic treatment of chronic inflammatory bronchial disease
Acute catarrh (inflammation) of the respiratory tract accompanied by coughing

Dosage:

Children above 12 years & Adults: 5 ml to 7.5 ml 3 times
daily.
Children 6 -12 years: 5 ml 3 times daily.
Children 1- 5 years: 2.5 ml 3 times daily.

For children under the age of 1 year, please consult your health care
practitioner.

Duration of Treatment:

Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of symptoms. Treatment should last for at least one week. Treatment should be maintained for 2 – 3 days after the symptoms have subsided. In the event of persistent complaints of respiratory ailments, medical advice is recommended.

Presentations:

120 ml amber glass bottle.

Cofif Plus Syrup

Generic:

IVY leaf, Licorice, Thyme

Therapeutic Class:

Expectorants

Composition:

Each 10 ml of Cofif plus syrup contains:

IVY leaf Powder Extract……………..70 mg
Licorice Powder Extract……………..43.4 mg
Thyme Powder Extract………………43 mg

Description:

Cofif Plus is a traditional herbal product containing Ivy leaf Extract,
Thyme Extract and Licorice Extract, which are well known for the beneficial
role as expectorant, cough suppressant and for their soothing properties

Indications:

Supports and strengthen healthy lungs function.
Acts as a bronchodilator, cough suppressant, expectorant mucolytic and spasmolytic agent
Relieves chest congestion, soothes the mucou
s membrane of bronchial walls and restores normal breathing.
Acts as an antitussive and has a soothing effect on sore throat.

Dosage:

Children above 12 years & Adults: 5 ml 3 times daily.

Children 6 -12 years: 5 ml 2 times daily.

Children 1- 5 years: 2.5 ml 2 times daily.

For children under the age of 1 year, please consult your health care practitioner.

Duration of Treatment:

Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of symptoms. Treatment should last for at least one week. Treatment should be maintained for 2 – 3 days after the symptoms have subsided. In the event of persistent complaints of respiratory ailments, medical advice is recommended.

Presentations:

120 ml amber glass bottle.

Cofif Drops

Generic:

IVY leaf

Therapeutic Class:

Expectorants

Composition:

Each 10 ml of Cofif drop
contains:

IVY leaf Powder Extract……………..400 mg

Description:

Cofif drops contains natural
herbal extract i-e; IVY leaf powder extract 400 mg/ 10 ml, known for its
beneficial role as expectorant, cough relieving & soothing properties.

Indications:

Cofif drops contain natural
herbal extract of IVY Leaf that strengthen and supports healthy lungs
functions and supports the mucous membrane. It works as an expectorant,
bronchodilator, cough relieving and mucolytic agent. It relieves chest
congestion, soothes the mucous membrane of bronchial walls & restores
breathing.

Dosage:

Children 6 months-1year:

12-14 drops 3 times a day.

Children 1-5 years:

12-14 drops 3 times a day.

For children under the age of 6 months please consult your healthcare
practitioner

Duration of Treatment:

Duration of treatment depends on the type and severity of symptoms. Treatment should last for at least one week. Treatment with Cofif drop should be maintained for 2 – 3 days after the symptoms have subsided. In the event of persistent complaints of respiratory ailments, medical advice is recommended.

Presentations:

20 ml bottle with dropper.

Chymoral Forte

Generic:

Trypsin, Chymotrypsin

Therapeutic Class:

Anti-inflammatory enzyme

Composition:

Each enteric-coated tablet of
Chymoral Fort contains trypsin and chymo-trypsin in ratio of approximately
6 to 1 and provides enzyme activity equivalent to 100,000 units.

Description:

Chymoral Forte contains
proteolytic anti-inflammatory enzymes, which is used to resolve
inflammation, reduce oedema and hasten healing of wound. The pain produced
by inflammation is reduced as the inflammation subsides.After trauma and
muscle and soft tissue injury Chymoral Forte reduces the recovery time and
reduces pain early in the healing phase.

Indications:

Pelvic inflammatory diseases
Sprains
Fractures
Accidental injuries

Dosage:

1 Tablet 3 times daily.

Presentations:

Tabs 20’s

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Ceclor

Generic:

Cefaclor

Therapeutic Class:

Cephalosporins Oral

Composition:

Capsules:

Ceclor capsules containing cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 250 mg and 500 mg are available for oral administration.

Oral drops:
Ceclor bottles containing cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 50 mg/ml for oral administration

Ceclor MR Tablets:

Each extended-release tablet contains cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 375 mg & 750 mg cefaclor.

Powder for Oral Suspension:
Ceclor bottles containing cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 125 mg/5 ml, 187 mg/5 ml & 250 mg/5 ml, for oral administration.

Description:

Ceclor is a broad spectrum second generation cephalosporin antibiotic covering both Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria.

Indications:

Otitis media
Respiratory tract infections
Urinary tract infections
Skin and soft tissue infections
Sinusitis
Gonococcal urethritis

Dosage:

Children:

20 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 8 hours. In more severe infections, otitis media and infections caused by less susceptible organisms,40 mg/kg/day in divided doses with a maximum dosage of 1 g/day.

Ceclor 187 mg/ 5 ml is indicated in Pharyngitis (20 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours) & Otitis media (40 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours).

Adults:

Capsule 250 or 500 mg t.i.d.
Ceclor MR tablet 375 mg & 750 mg b.i.d

Presentations:

250 mg caps 12’s
500 mg caps 12’s
375 mg MR tab 8’s
750 mg MR tab 10’s
125 mg susp 60 ml
187 mg susp 60 ml
250 mg susp 60 ml
50 mg drops 15 ml

Carodek

Generic

Cranberry powder,probiotics, Vitamin C & E

Therapeutic Class:

Urinary Anti-Infectives

Composition:

Each 5 gm sachet contains:

• Cranberry powder………………… 500 mg

• Vitamin C…………………………… 60 mg

• Vitamin E…………………………… 5 mg

• Lactobacillus acidophilus 2 billion CFU*

• Lactobacillus plantarum 2.5 billion CFU

• Lactobacillus reuteri 4 billion CFU

• Lactobacillus rhamnosus 4 billion CFU

• Lactobacillus casei 1 billion CFU

*Colony forming units

Description:

Cranberry powder with probiotics, Vitamin C & E is a formula for urinary tract infections (UTIs). This formula is carefully developed to help prevent UTIs & minimize recurrence

Indications:

• Urinary tract infections

• Pain, irritation and burning sensation of the urinary tract

• Adhesion of E. coli & Proteus mirabilis to the urinary tract

• Bacterial vaginosis

Dosage:

Use 1-2 sachet daily, dissolve one sachet in a glass of water and use
immediately.

Presentations:

Carodek is available in a pack of 10 sachets. Each sachet is of
5 gm.

Calfina Plus

Generic:

Acetaminophen, Tramadol HCI

Therapeutic Class:

Non-Narcotic Analgesics

Composition:

Calfina Plus (Tramadol
hydrochloride/Acetaminophen) tablets contains tramadol 37.5 mg and
acetaminophen 325 mg.

Description:

Calfina Plus contains Tramadol hydrochloride & Acetaminophen. Tramadol is a centrally acting synthetic opioid analgesic. The analgesic profile of tramadol is attributed to the binding of parent and M1 metabolite to μ-opioid receptors and weak inhibition of reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin.
Acetaminophen is a non-opiate, non-salicylate analgesic. Acetaminophen also
has centrally acting analgesic effects.

Indications:

Calfina Plus is indicated for
management of:

Postoperative pain
Musculoskeletal pain
Backache
Cirrhotic pain
Pain of acute pharyngitis, acute tonsillitis, acute otitis media
Migraine
Painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis

Dosage:

Calfina Plus can be used in
adults and children over 16 years of age for the management of acute pain,
the recommended dose of Calfina Plus is 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as
needed for pain relief, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per day.

Presentations:

Calfina Plus Tab 10’s