Tag: Nsaids

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Combunox Analgesics, NSAID/Opioid Combos Description Fixed combination tablet combines the opioid analgesic agent, oxycodone HCl, with the nonsteroidal anti- inflammatory (NSAID) agent, ibuprofen Oxycodone: Binds to opiate receptors within neuronal membranes of synapses, which in turn blocks pain perception in the cerebral cortex; inhibits the flow of…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Ibudone, Reprexain, Vicoprofen Analgesics, NSAID/Opioid Combos Description Semisynthetic opioid analgesic-NSAID combinationFor acute, moderate painNSAIDs may increase risk of serious CV or GI events; use lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration Indications For the short-term (generally less than 10 days) treatment of acute severe pain requiring an…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Advil PM NSAIDs;  Sedative/Hypnotics Description Oral non-prescription combination product containing a sedating antihistamine and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID)Used for the occasional relief of insomnia associated with minor aches and pains in patients 12 years of age and olderUse for the shortest possible duration, as the risk…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Advil Cold and Sinus Cough/Cold, Other Combos;  Analgesic/Decongestant Combos Description OTC oral NSAID/decongestant combination for sinus congestion, headache, mild pain, fever; NSAIDs may increase risk of serious GI and CV events; use lowest effective dose for shortest possible duration; per FDA issued a Public Health Advisory do…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Advil Congestion Relief  Cough/Cold, Other Combos; Analgesic/Decongestant Combos Description Ibuprofen: Inhibits synthesis of prostaglandins by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX-1, COX-2); may inhibit chemotaxis, alter lymphocyte activity, decrease proinflammatory cytoking activity, and inhibit neutrophil aggregation, which in turn may result in anti-inflammatory activity Phenylephrine is a vasoconstrictor and decongestant that…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Duexis Nsaids Description Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug and histamine H2-receptor antagonist combination For the relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis; famotidine is added to decrease the risk of developing upper gastrointestinal ulcers Indications For the relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Advil Allergy Sinus Antihistamine/Decongestant/Analgesic Combos Description Oral combination of an antihistamine, non-steroid anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and nasal decongestantUsed for the treatment of symptoms due to the common cold or allergic rhinitis or other respiratory allergiesMay cause increased blood pressure and/or sedation; excitability may occur, especially in children…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC, Rx Common Brand Names; Advil, Motrin, PediaCare Children’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer IB, PediaCare Infant’s Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer IB NSAIDs, Patent Ductus Arteriosus Agents Description Oral and intravenous non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)Used for the treatment of mild to severe pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis/juvenile idiopathic arthritis, dysmenorrhea, and feverAssociated with serious…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Ansaid, Flurprofen, Froben, Froben SR NSAIDs Description Propionic acid NSAID; longer half-life allows for twice daily dosing; oral formulation used for RA, OA, dysmenorrhea; ophthalmic form used for inhibition of intraoperative miosis. Oral administration causes an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse effects and may cause an increased…