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Emergency antidote in the treatment of poisoning by most drugs & chemicals.
An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) consists chiefly of a mixture of Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) and chymopapain, proteolytic enzymes that hydrolyse polypeptides, amides, and esters, especially at bonds involving basic amino acids, or leucine or glycine, yielding peptides of lower molecular weight. It is used with urea as a topical debriding agent. It is also used for the removal of protein deposits from the surface of soft contact lenses ().
Preparations of Papain (Unienzyme Tablets), alone or combined with antibacterial agents and/or other substances, have been taken by mouth for their supposed anti-inflammatory properties, and it has also been used as an ingredient of various mixtures claimed to aid digestion.
Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) is widely used as a meat tenderiser and in the clarification of beverages.
Malignant neoplasms.
Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) has been included in proteolytic enzyme preparations used in oncology to reduce the adverse effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Although the number of clinical studies on which to judge efficacy is limited, a review1 of such studies suggested that systemic enzyme therapy might be beneficial. Clinical studies have used a preparation containing Papain (Unienzyme Tablets), trypsin, and chymotrypsin in a weight ratio of 5:2:2, and the beneficial effect seems to be based on its anti-inflammatory potential.
An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.this antacid is useful for the temporary relief of occasional indigestion and heartburn. Frequent, daily or nightly symptoms usually mean a more serious problem. Antacids by themselves do not correct these problems. The medications that are now available to treat acid problems are generally superior to antacids.
The second and more important use of calcium carbonate is as a source of calcium, necessary for bones and teeth and to prevent osteoporosis. A quart of milk contains about 1500 mg of calcium which is about what you need. Otherwise this or a similar calcium preparation can be taken.
An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.Helps clear blemishes. Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Moussant Soap-Free Cleansing Gel Purifies & cleanses the skin. Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Oil-Free Cream Promotes oil-free skin. Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Isocorrexion Use for acne prone skin. Reduces skin dryness & tightness caused by conventional acne treatment. Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Lotion For body acne in chest & back. Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) UV High Protection Cream SPF 45 For sun protection for acne prone skin. Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Gel For localized spots.
Treating gas, diarrhea, or stomach upset. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets) is an adsorbent. How Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets) works is unknown.
Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) is used to relieve the painful symptoms of too much gas in the stomach and intestines.
Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) is available without a prescription.
Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although these uses are not included in product labeling, Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) is used in certain patients before the following tests:
- Before a gastroscopy
- Before a radiography of the bowel
Usual Adult Dose for Gastrointestinal Decontamination
Activated Charcoal:
Single-dose: 25 to 100 g orally or by nasogastric tube once, as a slurry in water. The routine use of single-dose activated charcoal is not recommended.
Multiple-dose:
Initial dose: 50 to 100 g orally or by nasogastric tube, as a slurry in water
Maintenance dose: 12.5 g every hour, 25 g every 2 hours, or 50 g every 4 hours until symptoms resolve.
Usual Adult Dose for Flatulence
Capsules and tablets: 500 to 1040 mg up to 4 times daily as needed. Not effective in the treatment of poisoning.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Gastrointestinal Decontamination
Activated Charcoal:
Administer aqueous suspension or as a slurry in water.
Single dose:
<1 year: 0.5 to 1 g/kg or 10 to 25 g orally or by nasogastric tube once
1-12 years: 0.5 to 1 g/kg or 25 to 50 g orally or by nasogastric tube once
13-18 years: Single-dose: 25 to 100 g orally or by nasogastric tube once
The routine use of single-dose activated charcoal is not recommended.
Multiple-dose:
<13 years: Initial dose: 10 to 25 g orally or by nasogastric tube, as a slurry in water
Maintenance dose: 1 to 2 g/kg every 2 to 4 hours
13-18 years: Initial dose: 50 to 100 g orally or by nasogastric tube, as a slurry in water
Maintenance dose: 12.5 g every hour, 25 g every 2 hours, or 50 g every 4 hours until toxic symptoms resolve.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Flatulence
3 to 18 years:
Capsules and tablets: 500 to 1040 mg up to 4 times daily as needed. Not effective in the treatment of poisoning.
Renal Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended
Liver Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended
Precautions
The routine use of single-dose activated charcoal for the management of poisoning is not recommended.
Administration is contraindicated in the presence of an unprotected airway, in patients with or at risk of gastrointestinal hemorrhage, perforation, or obstruction, or if administration would increase the risk of aspiration (i.e., hydrocarbon ingestion).
Caution is recommended in patients with poor gastrointestinal motility.
Should not be used in the management of acute corrosive or petroleum distillate ingestion since vomiting can occur following charcoal administration. Charcoal may also obscure the endoscopic evaluation of gastroesophageal lesions.
May be administered in an attempt to adsorb any ingested toxic agent (where physical or other contraindications are not present), but it is known to be much less effective in the adsorption of boric acid, cadmium, cyanide, DDT, ethanol, ethylene glycol, iron, lead, lithium, mercury, methanol, potassium chloride, selenium, strong acid or alkali (may obscure lesion on endoscopy), and organic solvents.
Minimum dilution: 240 mL water per 20 to 30 g charcoal.
Milk, chocolate syrup, ice cream, and sherbet should not be mixed with charcoal because they may reduce its efficacy.
Activated charcoal may adsorb therapeutic agents while it remains in the GI tract. Dosages or route of administration of therapeutic drugs may need to be altered.
Charcoal tablets and capsules are ineffective for the treatment of poisoning due to inferior adsorptive capacity.
Dialysis
No adjustment recommended
Other Comments
For gastrointestinal decontamination, time since ingestion is a critical criterion in the decision to use charcoal for decontamination purposes. Typically, the recommended cutoff point for administration of charcoal for gastrointestinal decontamination is 1 to 2 hours post- ingestion. However, in cases where the ingested agent has anticholinergic activity (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants) or can slow the rate of gastric emptying by another mechanism (e.g., pentazocine, meperidine) then use of charcoal beyond 2 hours may still be beneficial.
Chew or suck 2 tab qds for the 1st day, then 1 tab qds for at least 5 days.
Usual Adult Dose for Flatulence
40 to 125 mg orally after meals and at bedtime, not to exceed 500 mg/24 hours.
Usual Adult Dose for Functional Gastric Disorder
40 to 125 mg orally after meals and at bedtime, not to exceed 500 mg/24 hours.
Usual Adult Dose for Postoperative Gas Pains
40 to 125 mg orally after meals and at bedtime, not to exceed 500 mg/24 hours.
Usual Adult Dose for Endoscopy or Radiology Premedication
67 mg as an oral suspension in 2.5 mL of water given shortly before the procedure.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Flatulence
0 to <2 years: 20 mg orally 4 times a day.
2 to 12 years: 40 mg orally 4 times a day. For the 40 mg strips, allow 1 strip to dissolve on the tongue as needed after meals and at bedtime. Do not exceed 6 strips in 24 hours except under the advice and supervision of a physician.
12 to 18 years: 40 to 125 mg orally after meals and at bedtime as needed, not to exceed 500 mg/24 hours.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Endoscopy or Radiology Premedication
Child >12 years: 67 mg as an oral suspension in 2.5 mL of water given shortly before the procedure.
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
There is limited information on the use of Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) in infants and children. Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) is not recommended for the treatment of infant colic.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Doses greater than 500 mg a day are generally not recommended.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Lotion: Apply to the areas being treated after cleansing twice a day, AM & PM.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Isocorrexion & Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Oil-Free Cream: Apply to the face and affected areas (neck, chest and back) after cleansing twice a day, AM & PM. Massage delicately to facilitate absorption.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) UV High Protection Cream SPF 45: Reapply every 2-3 hrs.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Gel: Apply small amount of gel on affected areas by massaging gently in AM & PM.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Moussant Soap Free Cleansing Gel: Apply in AM & PM to damp skin, face and affected areas (neck, chest and back) by massaging delicately. Rinse thoroughly and dry gently. May be used in shower.
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What is the most important information I should know about Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets)?
None known. Ineffective for poisonings by cyanide, mineral acids and alkalis. Not particularly effective for poisonings by ethanol, methanol, and iron salts.
Patients w/ generalised or systemic infections or w/ disorders of blood coagulation.
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What is the most important information I should know about Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets)?
Hypersensitivity to Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) or any component of the formulation
Contraindications for Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) (Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets))
Nicotinic acid is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to any component of this medication; significant or unexplained hepatic dysfunction; active peptic ulcer disease; or arterial bleeding.
Use Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets) as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets) after meals or at the first sign of discomfort.
- Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets) may interfere with the absorption of many other medicines. Talk to your doctor about taking Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets) 2 hours before or after taking any other medicine.
- If you miss a dose of Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets), take it as soon as you remember. Continue to take it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets).
Use Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Use Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips as needed after meals and before bedtime, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Do not remove the strip from the pouch until you are ready to use Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips. Make sure that your hands are dry when you handle Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips.
- Remove the strip from the pouch and place it on the tongue. The strip dissolves quickly and can be swallowed with saliva. Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips may be taken with or without water.
- Use the strip immediately after opening the pouch. Do not store the strip for future use.
- Do not use more than 6 strips in 24 hours unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
- If you miss a dose of Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) strips.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.This product is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.
How to use Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets)
Shake the container well before each use. Give this product by mouth as needed, usually after meals and at bedtime, or as directed by the doctor. Follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult the doctor or pharmacist.
Fill the dropper to the correct dosage and squeeze the liquid slowly into the baby's mouth, towards the inner cheek. You can also measure the correct dosage with the dropper and mix it in 1 ounce of cool water, infant formula, or juice. Mix well and give the solution to your baby. The proper dosage is based on your child's age and weight.
If you are treating the child yourself (without direction from a doctor), do not use more than 12 doses of Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) per day.
Clean the dropper well after each use and close the bottle tightly.
If your child's condition persists or worsens, or if you think there may be a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.Hypercholesterolaemia, hyperlipidemia, hypertriglyceridaemia, pellagra.
Avoid simultaneous use w/ ipecac syr. Effectiveness of other medication may be decreased when used w/in 2 hr of Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets).
Anti-coagulants.
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What other drugs will affect Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets)?
If you are taking this product under your doctor's direction, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Tell your doctor of any prescription or nonprescription medications you may take, including any antacids or digestive medications since some combination products may also contain Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets).
Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets) can decrease the absorption of thyroid medications (such as levothyroxine). If you take thyroid medication, take it at least 4 hours before or after products that contain Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets).
This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
Interactions for Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) (Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets))
Antihypertensive Therapy: Nicotinic acid may potentiate the effects of ganglionic blocking agents and vasoactive drugs resulting in postural hypotension
Aspirin: Concomitant aspirin may decrease the metabolic clearance of nicotinic acid. The clinical relevance of this finding is unclear
Other: Concomitant alcohol or hot drinks may increase the side effects of flushing and pruritus and should be avoided at the time of drug ingestion.
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What are the possible side effects of Charcoal Activated (Unienzyme Tablets)?
Applies to charcoal: capsules, tablets
Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; temporary darkening of the stool; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur while taking charcoal:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Hypersensitivity reactions have occurred.
Effects on the eyes.
Ocular and periorbital angioedema occurring within 4 hours of use of a contact lens cleansing solution containing Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) has been reported.1
Extensive destruction of the oesophageal wall, with perforation, resulted from the use of a Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) suspension given to treat an obstruction caused by impacted meat.1 The patient had been given 1.2 g of Papain (Unienzyme Tablets) over a 12-hour period. Ten days after a thoracotomy, the descending thoracic aorta ruptured, and she died from haemorrhage.
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What are the possible side effects of Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets)?
Applies to Simethicone (Unienzyme Tablets): oral capsule, oral capsule liquid filled, oral liquid, oral solution, oral suspension, oral syrup, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable
There have not been any common or important side effects reported with this medicine. However, if you notice any side effects, check with your doctor.
Allergic sensitization has been reported rarely following oral and parenteral administration of Folic Acid.
At recommended doses, nicotinamide is expected to be well tolerated. Gastrointestinal distress such as nausea or vomiting have been associated with the administration of nicotinamide or zinc at doses greater than the recommended dose of nicotinamide
Nicotinamide: Dizziness, headache, hyperglycemia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, elevations in liver function tests, hepatotoxicity, blurred vision, flushing, rash.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Lotion: Helps to reduce the appearance of blemishes on larger areas (back and upper chest). It absorbs easily to the skin and does not bleach clothes. Non-photosensitizing, fragrance-free and paraben-free.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Isocorrexion Hydrating Cream: Specially formulated for acne prone skin. Nicotinamide and Anti-Bacterial Adhesive substance (ABA's) helps to clear blemishes. Biophytosebum provides a moisturizing effect, reducing dryness and skin tightness caused by conventional acne treatment.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Oil-Free Cream: An oil-free formula enriched with mattifying agents. It helps to clear blemishes by promoting oil-free skin.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) UV High Protection Cream SPF 45: Protects acne-prone skin from daily sun-induced irritation and damage, keeping the skin hydrated and blemish-free at the same time. Non-sensitizing, non-comodogenic, fragrance-free and paraben-free.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Gel: Provides intensive anti-blemish skin care for localized spots and promotes disappearance on the face or other small areas. It is non-sensitizing, fragrance-free and paraben-free.
Vitamin B3 (Unienzyme Tablets) Moussant Soap Free Cleansing Gel: Helps clear blemishes by purifying and cleansing the skin gently.