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Xenical
Pronunciation: OR-li-stat
Generic Name: Orlistat
Brand Name: Xenical
Xenical is used for:
Why managing blood sugar is so important.
Managing obesity in adults and adolescents 12 years old and older. It is also used to reduce the risk of weight regain after previous weight loss. It is used along with a reduced-calorie diet.
Xenical is a gastrointestinal lipase inhibitor. It works by blocking the digestion of fats from the diet.
Do NOT use Xenical if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xenical
Pronunciation: OR-li-stat
Generic Name: Orlistat
Brand Name: Xenical
Xenical is used for:
Why managing blood sugar is so important.
Managing obesity in adults and adolescents 12 years old and older. It is also used to reduce the risk of weight regain after previous weight loss. It is used along with a reduced-calorie diet.
Xenical is a gastrointestinal lipase inhibitor. It works by blocking the digestion of fats from the diet.
Do NOT use Xenical if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xenical
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Xeomin
Pronunciation: IN-koe-BOT-ue-li-num-TOX-in-A
Generic Name: IncobotulinumtoxinA
Brand Name: Xeomin
Xeomin may spread from the injection site to other areas of the body, causing symptoms of a serious condition called botulism. These symptoms may occur hours to weeks after you receive Xeomin. Symptoms may include loss of strength; muscle weakness; double or blurred vision; drooping eyelids; hoarseness; change or loss of voice; loss of bladder control; or trouble speaking, breathing, or swallowing. The risk may be greater in children being treated for spasticity (muscle spasms), but these symptoms may also occur in adults. Contact your doctor immediately if these symptoms occur.
Severe and sometimes fatal breathing or swallowing problems have been reported. The risk may be greater in patients who already have breathing or swallowing problems. Tell your doctor if you have or are at risk of developing breathing or swallowing problems.
Xeomin is used for:
Learn the signs of RA and how to relieve the pain.
Reducing the severity of abnormal head position and neck pain associated with neck problems. It may be used to treat certain types of eyelid muscle spasms after you have been treated with another medicine (
Pronunciation: IN-koe-BOT-ue-li-num-TOX-in-A
Generic Name: IncobotulinumtoxinA
Brand Name: Xeomin
Xeomin may spread from the injection site to other areas of the body, causing symptoms of a serious condition called botulism. These symptoms may occur hours to weeks after you receive Xeomin. Symptoms may include loss of strength; muscle weakness; double or blurred vision; drooping eyelids; hoarseness; change or loss of voice; loss of bladder control; or trouble speaking, breathing, or swallowing. The risk may be greater in children being treated for spasticity (muscle spasms), but these symptoms may also occur in adults. Contact your doctor immediately if these symptoms occur.
Severe and sometimes fatal breathing or swallowing problems have been reported. The risk may be greater in patients who already have breathing or swallowing problems. Tell your doctor if you have or are at risk of developing breathing or swallowing problems.
Xeomin is used for:
Learn the signs of RA and how to relieve the pain.
Reducing the severity of abnormal head position and neck pain associated with neck problems. It may be used to treat certain types of eyelid muscle spasms after you have been treated with another medicine (
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Xerese Cream
Pronunciation: ay-SYE-kloe-vir/HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone
Generic Name: Acyclovir/Hydrocortisone
Brand Name: Xerese
Xerese Cream is used for:
Treating cold sores on the lips or around the mouth that are caused by the herpes virus. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xerese Cream is an antiviral and topical corticosteroid combination. The antiviral works by stopping viral replication. The topical corticosteroid works by decreasing inflammation, swelling, redness, and itching. Xerese Cream decreases the chance of ulcer-like cold sores and also shortens the time it takes for cold sores to heal.
Do NOT use Xerese Cream if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xerese Cream or valacyclovir
Pronunciation: ay-SYE-kloe-vir/HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone
Generic Name: Acyclovir/Hydrocortisone
Brand Name: Xerese
Xerese Cream is used for:
Treating cold sores on the lips or around the mouth that are caused by the herpes virus. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xerese Cream is an antiviral and topical corticosteroid combination. The antiviral works by stopping viral replication. The topical corticosteroid works by decreasing inflammation, swelling, redness, and itching. Xerese Cream decreases the chance of ulcer-like cold sores and also shortens the time it takes for cold sores to heal.
Do NOT use Xerese Cream if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xerese Cream or valacyclovir
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Xgeva
Pronunciation: den-OH-sue-mab
Generic Name: Denosumab
Brand Name: Xgeva
Xgeva is used for:
Preventing certain bone-related events in patients who have a certain type of tumor that has spread to the bones (bone metastases).
Xgeva is a receptor activator of nuclear factor-kappa B (RANK) ligand inhibitor. It works by decreasing the formation, function, and survival of certain bone cells (osteoclasts) that are responsible for slowing bone loss. Decreased osteoclast activity helps to reduce the risk of bone-related events in patients with cancer that has spread to the bone.
Do NOT use Xgeva if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xgeva
you have multiple myeloma
Pronunciation: den-OH-sue-mab
Generic Name: Denosumab
Brand Name: Xgeva
Xgeva is used for:
Preventing certain bone-related events in patients who have a certain type of tumor that has spread to the bones (bone metastases).
Xgeva is a receptor activator of nuclear factor-kappa B (RANK) ligand inhibitor. It works by decreasing the formation, function, and survival of certain bone cells (osteoclasts) that are responsible for slowing bone loss. Decreased osteoclast activity helps to reduce the risk of bone-related events in patients with cancer that has spread to the bone.
Do NOT use Xgeva if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xgeva
you have multiple myeloma
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Xiaflex
Pronunciation: COL-a-geh-nase klo-STRID-ee-um his-toe-LIT-ik-um
Generic Name: Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum
Brand Name: Xiaflex
Xiaflex is used for:
Learn the signs of RA and how to relieve the pain.
Treating Dupuytren contracture with a palpable cord.
Xiaflex is a collagenase enzyme. It works by helping to break down the collagen in the cord, which allows the fingers to straighten.
Do NOT use Xiaflex if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xiaflex
Pronunciation: COL-a-geh-nase klo-STRID-ee-um his-toe-LIT-ik-um
Generic Name: Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum
Brand Name: Xiaflex
Xiaflex is used for:
Learn the signs of RA and how to relieve the pain.
Treating Dupuytren contracture with a palpable cord.
Xiaflex is a collagenase enzyme. It works by helping to break down the collagen in the cord, which allows the fingers to straighten.
Do NOT use Xiaflex if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xiaflex
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Xibrom
Pronunciation: BROME-fen-ak
Generic Name: Bromfenac
Brand Name: Examples include Bromday and Xibrom
Xibrom is used for:
Treating eye pain and swelling in patients who have recently had surgery to remove cataracts. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xibrom is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) eye drop. It works by blocking the production of prostaglandin, a substance that causes inflammation (redness, swelling, irritation).
Do NOT use Xibrom if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xibrom
you are in late pregnancy
Pronunciation: BROME-fen-ak
Generic Name: Bromfenac
Brand Name: Examples include Bromday and Xibrom
Xibrom is used for:
Treating eye pain and swelling in patients who have recently had surgery to remove cataracts. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xibrom is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) eye drop. It works by blocking the production of prostaglandin, a substance that causes inflammation (redness, swelling, irritation).
Do NOT use Xibrom if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xibrom
you are in late pregnancy
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Xifaxan
Pronunciation: rif-AX-i-min
Generic Name: Rifaximin
Brand Name: Xifaxan
Xifaxan is used for:
Decreasing the risk that hepatic encephalopathy (a serious liver problem) will occur again in patients who have already had it. It may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xifaxan is an antibiotic. Exactly how it works to treat hepatic encephalopathy is not known. It is thought to have an effect on the bacteria in the stomach.
Do NOT use Xifaxan if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xifaxan or to a rifamycin antibiotic (eg, rifampin)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Pronunciation: rif-AX-i-min
Generic Name: Rifaximin
Brand Name: Xifaxan
Xifaxan is used for:
Decreasing the risk that hepatic encephalopathy (a serious liver problem) will occur again in patients who have already had it. It may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Xifaxan is an antibiotic. Exactly how it works to treat hepatic encephalopathy is not known. It is thought to have an effect on the bacteria in the stomach.
Do NOT use Xifaxan if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xifaxan or to a rifamycin antibiotic (eg, rifampin)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
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Xigris
Pronunciation: droe-tre-KOE-gin AL-fa
Generic Name: Drotrecogin Alfa
Brand Name: Xigris
Xigris is used for:
Treating life-threatening bacterial blood infections in certain adults.
Xigris is similar to a natural protein produced by the body (activated protein C). In patients with severe, life-threatening bacterial infections, Xigris decreases inflammation and the formation of blood clots in blood vessels. It also increases the breakdown of blood clots.
Do NOT use Xigris if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xigris
you are bleeding internally or have a brain tumor or lesion
Pronunciation: droe-tre-KOE-gin AL-fa
Generic Name: Drotrecogin Alfa
Brand Name: Xigris
Xigris is used for:
Treating life-threatening bacterial blood infections in certain adults.
Xigris is similar to a natural protein produced by the body (activated protein C). In patients with severe, life-threatening bacterial infections, Xigris decreases inflammation and the formation of blood clots in blood vessels. It also increases the breakdown of blood clots.
Do NOT use Xigris if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xigris
you are bleeding internally or have a brain tumor or lesion
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Xolair
Pronunciation: OH-ma-LIZ-oo-mab
Generic Name: Omalizumab
Brand Name: Xolair
Xolair may rarely cause a severe and sometimes life-threatening allergic reaction. This may occur right after receiving a dose or hours later. It may occur after the first dose or after many doses. Your doctor will monitor you for a period of time after your receive your dose of Xolair. Contact your doctor or seek medical care at once if you develop anxiety; chest tightness; cough; dizziness; fainting; fast or weak heartbeat; feeling unusually warm; flushing; hives; hoarseness; itching; rash; shortness of breath; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or wheezing.
Xolair is used for:
How COPD differs from asthma, and why it's so important to not smoke.
Treating moderate to severe persistent asthma in certain patients who have had a positive allergy skin test and whose symptoms are not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids.
Xolair is an anti-immunoglobulin E (IgE) monoclonal antibody. It works by blocking your immune system's natural response to allergens, which can lead to an acute asthma attack. This action on the immune system (specifically, IgE) helps keep your air passages open and, over time, keeps asthma under better control.
Pronunciation: OH-ma-LIZ-oo-mab
Generic Name: Omalizumab
Brand Name: Xolair
Xolair may rarely cause a severe and sometimes life-threatening allergic reaction. This may occur right after receiving a dose or hours later. It may occur after the first dose or after many doses. Your doctor will monitor you for a period of time after your receive your dose of Xolair. Contact your doctor or seek medical care at once if you develop anxiety; chest tightness; cough; dizziness; fainting; fast or weak heartbeat; feeling unusually warm; flushing; hives; hoarseness; itching; rash; shortness of breath; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or wheezing.
Xolair is used for:
How COPD differs from asthma, and why it's so important to not smoke.
Treating moderate to severe persistent asthma in certain patients who have had a positive allergy skin test and whose symptoms are not controlled by inhaled corticosteroids.
Xolair is an anti-immunoglobulin E (IgE) monoclonal antibody. It works by blocking your immune system's natural response to allergens, which can lead to an acute asthma attack. This action on the immune system (specifically, IgE) helps keep your air passages open and, over time, keeps asthma under better control.
Category: X
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Xolegel CorePak Gel
Pronunciation: KEE-toe-KON-a-zole/HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone
Generic Name: Ketoconazole/Hydrocortisone
Brand Name: Xolegel CorePak
Xolegel CorePak Gel is used for:
Treating a skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis. It may also help to reduce itching, redness, and swelling.
Xolegel CorePak Gel kit contains an antifungal medicine and a topical corticosteroid. The antifungal works by killing the fungus causing the skin condition. The corticosteroid works by reducing skin inflammation, which helps relieve redness, swelling, itching, and irritation.
Do NOT use Xolegel CorePak Gel if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xolegel CorePak Gel
Pronunciation: KEE-toe-KON-a-zole/HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone
Generic Name: Ketoconazole/Hydrocortisone
Brand Name: Xolegel CorePak
Xolegel CorePak Gel is used for:
Treating a skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis. It may also help to reduce itching, redness, and swelling.
Xolegel CorePak Gel kit contains an antifungal medicine and a topical corticosteroid. The antifungal works by killing the fungus causing the skin condition. The corticosteroid works by reducing skin inflammation, which helps relieve redness, swelling, itching, and irritation.
Do NOT use Xolegel CorePak Gel if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Xolegel CorePak Gel
Category: X
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Rocaltrol Solution Pronunciation: KAL-si-TRYE-ol Generic Name: Calcitriol Brand Name: Rocaltrol Rocaltrol Solution is used for: Why managing blood sugar is so important. Managing certain conditions caused by high or low parathyroid hormone levels. It is used to manage low blood calcium levels in patients who are on chronic kidney dialysis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Rocaltrol Solution is a form of vitamin D. It works by promoting proper absorption and use of calcium and phosphate by the body in normal bone development and maintenance. Do NOT use Rocaltrol Solution if:
Rocaltrol Pronunciation: KAL-si-TRYE-ol Generic Name: Calcitriol Brand Name: Rocaltrol Rocaltrol is used for: Why managing blood sugar is so important. Managing certain conditions caused by high or low parathyroid hormone levels. It is used to manage low blood calcium levels in patients who are on chronic kidney dialysis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Rocaltrol is a form of vitamin D. It works by promoting proper absorption and use of calcium and phosphate by the body in normal bone development and maintenance. Do NOT use Rocaltrol if:
Robitussin Severe Congestion Pronunciation: gwye-FEN-ah-sin/sue-do-eh-FED-rin Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine Brand Name: Examples include Robitussin Severe Congestion and Sinutab Non-Drying Robitussin Severe Congestion is used for: Relieving congestion, cough, and throat and airway irritation due to colds, flu, or hay fever. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Robitussin Severe Congestion is a decongestant and expectorant combination. It works by constricting blood vessels, reducing swelling in the nasal passages, and thinning and loosening mucus. This allows you to breathe more easily and makes coughs more productive. Do NOT use Robitussin Severe Congestion if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Robitussin Severe Congestion you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart blood vessel disease, rapid heartbeat, or severe heart problems
Robitussin PM Liquid Pronunciation: klor-fen-EER-a-meen/dex-troe-meth-OR-fan/sue-doe-eh-FED-rin Generic Name: Chlorpheniramine/Dextromethorphan/Pseudoephedrine Brand Name: Examples include Robitussin PM and Triaminic Cold/Cough Robitussin PM Liquid is used for: Relieving symptoms of sinus congestion, runny nose, sneezing, cough due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Robitussin PM Liquid is a decongestant, antihistamine, and cough suppressant combination. It works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing while the cough suppressant works in the brain to help decrease the cough reflex to reduce a dry cough. Do NOT use Robitussin PM Liquid if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Robitussin PM Liquid you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart blood vessel disease, rapid heartbeat, or severe heart problems
Robitussin Pediatric Liquid Pronunciation: dex-troe-meth-OR-fan/gwye-FEN-e-sin/sue-do-eh-FED-rin Generic Name: Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine Brand Name: Examples include PanMist DM and Robitussin Pediatric Robitussin Pediatric Liquid is used for: Relieving congestion, cough, and throat and airway irritation due to colds, flu, or hay fever. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Robitussin Pediatric Liquid is a decongestant, cough suppressant, and expectorant combination. It works by constricting blood vessels, reducing swelling in the nasal passages, and loosening mucus and lung secretions in the chest, making coughs more productive. The cough suppressant works in the brain to help decrease the cough reflex. Do NOT use Robitussin Pediatric Liquid if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Robitussin Pediatric Liquid you have severe high blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, or other severe heart problems (eg, heart blood vessel disease)
Robitussin Pediatric Cough Cold Elixir
Robitussin Pediatric Cough/ Cold Elixir Pronunciation: sue-do-eh-FED-rin/dex-troe-meth-OR-fan Generic Name: Pseudoephedrine/Dextromethorphan Brand Name: Examples include Dexatrex D and Tussin Pediatric Robitussin Pediatric Cough/Cold Elixir is used for: Relieving congestion and cough due to colds, flu, or hay fever. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Robitussin Pediatric Cough/Cold Elixir is a decongestant and cough suppressant combination. It works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages, which helps you to breathe more easily. The cough suppressant works in the brain to help decrease the cough reflex. Do NOT use Robitussin Pediatric Cough/Cold Elixir if: you are allergic to any ingredient in Robitussin Pediatric Cough/Cold Elixir you have severe high blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, or other severe heart problems (eg, heart blood vessel disease)