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Yellow Fever Vaccine
Pronunciation: YEL-oh FEEV-er
Generic Name: Yellow Fever Vaccine
Brand Name: YF-Vax
Yellow Fever Vaccine is used for:
Immunizing against yellow fever infections for those traveling or living in an area with risk of infection.
Yellow Fever Vaccine is a vaccine. It works by stimulating the body to create antibodies, which provide protection from yellow fever infection.
Do NOT use Yellow Fever Vaccine if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yellow Fever Vaccine or latex rubber
you are allergic to eggs, egg products, or chicken protein
you have a weakened immune system due to HIV or cancer or are receiving radiation treatment or chemotherapy (eg, alkylating drugs, corticosteroids)
Category: Y
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Yervoy
Pronunciation: IP-i-LIM-ue-mab
Generic Name: Ipilimumab
Brand Name: Yervoy
Yervoy may cause severe and sometimes fatal reactions. In instances when these reactions occur, they most commonly involve intestinal inflammation, liver problems, severe skin problems, nerve problems, or endocrine problems. Most of these reactions occurred during treatment with Yervoy. However, some occurred weeks or months after treatment was stopped.
Medical assessments and lab tests, including liver and thyroid function, should be performed before you start to take Yervoy and before each dose. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Tell your doctor right away if you develop any of the following:
Fever; stomach pain or tenderness; increased stool frequency; diarrhea; blood or mucus in the stool; black, tarry stools
Yellowing of the skin or eyes, persistent nausea or stomach pain, loss of appetite, dark urine, pale stools
Red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; mouth sores or inflammation
Burning, tingling, or numbness; unusual muscle weakness
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YF-Vax
Pronunciation: YEL-oh FEEV-er
Generic Name: Yellow Fever Vaccine
Brand Name: YF-Vax
YF-Vax is used for:
Immunizing against yellow fever infections for those traveling or living in an area with risk of infection.
YF-Vax is a vaccine. It works by stimulating the body to create antibodies, which provide protection from yellow fever infection.
Do NOT use YF-Vax if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in YF-Vax or latex rubber
you are allergic to eggs, egg products, or chicken protein
you have a weakened immune system due to HIV or cancer or are receiving radiation treatment or chemotherapy (eg, alkylating drugs, corticosteroids)
Category: Y
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Yocon
Pronunciation: yoh-HIM-bean
Generic Name: Yohimbine
Brand Name: Examples include Aphrodyne and Yocon
Yocon is used for:
Dilating the pupils of the eye or treating erectile dysfunction due to diabetes, blood vessel problems, or psychological reasons. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Yocon is an alpha-blocker. It works by increasing certain chemicals in the body, which dilate the pupils of the eye. It also dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow in the penis, which helps to improve erectile function.
Do NOT use Yocon if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yocon
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
Category: Y
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Yodefan-NF
Pronunciation: poe-TAS-ee-um GWYE-a-kol-SUL-foe-nate
Generic Name: Potassium Guaiacolsulfonate
Brand Name: Yodefan-NF
Yodefan-NF is used for:
Relieving symptoms of cough and mucus in the chest due to respiratory infections, asthma, colds, or hay fever. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Yodefan-NF is an expectorant. It works by thinning mucus (phlegm) in the lungs, making it less sticky and easier to cough up. This reduces chest congestion by making coughs more productive.
Do NOT use Yodefan-NF if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yodefan-NF
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Category: Y
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Yodefan Liquid
Pronunciation: poe-TASS-ee-uhm EYE-oh-dide
Generic Name: Potassium Iodide
Brand Name: Yodefan
Yodefan Liquid is used for:
Treating lung conditions or disease in which mucus complicates the condition (eg, emphysema, bronchial asthma, bronchitis). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Yodefan Liquid is an expectorant. It works by thinning mucous secretions (phlegm) in the lungs and making it less sticky. The mucus is easier to cough up. This reduces chest congestion, which helps make your coughs more productive.
Do NOT use Yodefan Liquid if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yodefan Liquid
you have iodine poisoning, Addison disease, kidney disease, lung disease, a skin disorder, stomach disorders, tuberculosis, or a history of preexisting thyroid disease
Category: Y
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Yodoxin
Pronunciation: eye-oh-doe-KWIN-ole
Generic Name: Iodoquinol
Brand Name: Yodoxin
Yodoxin is used for:
Treating certain infections of the intestine. It may also be used for certain conditions as determined by your doctor.
Yodoxin is an amebicide. It works by killing parasites (amoeba) in the intestine.
Do NOT use Yodoxin if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yodoxin, 8-hydroxyquinolines (eg, iodoquinol, iodochlorhydroxyquin), or iodine-containing preparations
you have liver disease
you have an eye disease called optic neuropathy
Category: Y
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Yohimbine
Pronunciation: yoh-HIM-bean
Generic Name: Yohimbine
Brand Name: Examples include Aphrodyne and Yocon
Yohimbine is used for:
Dilating the pupils of the eye or treating erectile dysfunction due to diabetes, blood vessel problems, or psychological reasons. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Yohimbine is an alpha-blocker. It works by increasing certain chemicals in the body, which dilate the pupils of the eye. It also dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow in the penis, which helps to improve erectile function.
Do NOT use Yohimbine if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yohimbine
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
Category: Y
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YAZ
Pronunciation: droe-SPYE-re-none/ETH-i-nil ES-tra-DYE-ol
Generic Name: Drospirenone/Ethinyl Estradiol
Brand Name: YAZ
Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious heart problems associated with use of YAZ. This risk increases with age and with heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day). Women who are older than 35 years old have a greater risk. Women who use YAZ should not smoke.
YAZ is used for:
Menopause is something all women will eventually experience. Learn what to expect and how your body will change.
Preventing pregnancy. It is also used to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) or certain types of acne in women who are using YAZ for birth control. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
YAZ is a progesterone and estrogen combination birth control pill. It works by preventing ovulation, thickening the mucus in the cervix, and changing the lining of the uterus.
Do NOT use YAZ if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in YAZ
you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
you have a history of blood clotting problems, severe blood clots (eg, in the lungs, legs, eyes), certain blood vessel problems (eg, bleeding in the brain, heart attack, stroke), or breast cancer
you have certain heart problems (eg, heart valve problems, certain types of irregular heartbeat); chest pain caused by angina; certain blood problems (eg, porphyria); certain types of headaches or migraines with aura; severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure; diabetes that affects circulation; endometrial, cervical, or vaginal cancer; estrogen-dependent growths; or undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding
you have kidney disease, adrenal disease, liver disease or liver tumors, or a history of yellowing of the eyes or skin caused by pregnancy or prior birth control use
Category: Y
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Yasmin
Pronunciation: droe-SPYE-re-none/ETH-i-nil ES-tra-DYE-ol
Generic Name: Drospirenone/Ethinyl Estradiol
Brand Name: Yasmin
Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious heart problems associated with use of Yasmin. This risk increases with age and with heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day). Women who are older than 35 years old have a greater risk. Women who use Yasmin should not smoke.
Yasmin is used for:
Menopause is something all women will eventually experience. Learn what to expect and how your body will change.
Preventing pregnancy. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Yasmin is a progesterone and estrogen combination birth control pill. It works by preventing ovulation, thickening the mucus in the cervix, and changing the lining of the uterus.
Do NOT use Yasmin if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Yasmin
you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
you have a history of blood clotting problems, severe blood clots (eg, in the lungs, legs, eyes), certain blood vessel problems (eg, bleeding in the brain, heart attack, stroke), or breast cancer
you have certain heart problems (eg, heart valve problems, certain types of irregular heartbeat); chest pain caused by angina; certain blood problems (eg, porphyria); certain types of headaches or migraines with aura; severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure; diabetes that affects circulation; endometrial, cervical, or vaginal cancer; estrogen-dependent growths; or undiagnosed abnormal vaginal bleeding
you have kidney disease, adrenal disease, liver disease or liver tumors, or a history of yellowing of the eyes or skin caused by pregnancy or prior birth control use
you have had surgery and are or will be confined to a bed or a chair for an extended period of time
you are older than 35 years old and you smoke 15 or more cigarettes per day
Category: Y