Zarxio Dosage
Zarxio Dosage Generic name: filgrastim-sndz Drug class: Colony stimulating factors Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Last updated Oct 6, 2022 Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: INJ (pre-filled syringe): 300 mcg per 0.5 mL, 480 mcg per 0.8 mL Special Note [formulation clarification] Info: nonproprietary name = filgrastim-sndz Febrile neutropenia prophylaxis, chemo-induced [5 mcg/kg/dose SC/IV qd] Start: […]
Zavesca Dosage
Zavesca Dosage Generic name: miglustat Drug class: Miscellaneous metabolic agents Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Last updated Oct 6, 2022 Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: CAP: 100 mg Restricted Distribution in US [1-888-281-5582 or www.zavesca.com for more info] Gaucher dz, type 1 [100 mg PO tid] Info: for pts w/ mild-moderate dz; may decr. dose to 100 […]
Zegerid Dosage
Zegerid Dosage Generic name: omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate Drug class: Proton pump inhibitors Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Last updated Oct 6, 2022 Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: CAP: 20 mg/1100 mg, 40 mg/1100 mg; PWDR: 20 mg/1680 mg per pkt, 40 mg/1680 mg per pkt Special Note [dosing clarification] Info: two 20 mg cap not bioequivalent […]
Zinplava Dosage
Zinplava Dosage Generic name: bezlotoxumab Drug class: Immune globulins Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Last updated Oct 6, 2022 Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: INJ C. difficile infection, adjunct tx [10 mg/kg/dose IV x1] Info: for pts w/ at least 1 risk factor for C. difficile infection recurrence; use w/ anti-C. difficile antibacterial tx Renal dosing […]
Zioptan Dosage
Zioptan Dosage Generic name: tafluprost ophthalmic Drug class: Ophthalmic glaucoma agents Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Last updated Oct 6, 2022 Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: SOL: 0.0015% Elevated IOP [1 gtt in eye(s) qpm] Max: 1 dose/24h; Info: for open-angle glaucoma or ocular HTN SRC: NLM .
FOSRENOL SIDE EFFECTS
FOSRENOL SIDE EFFECTS Generic Name: lanthanum carbonate chewable tablets Brand Name: Fosrenol Drug Class: Sphingosine 1-Phosphate Receptor Modulators Last updated on MDtodate: 10/6/2022 SIDE EFFECTS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: Gastrointestinal Adverse Effects Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates […]
Zirgan Dosage
Zirgan Dosage Generic name: ganciclovir ophthalmic Drug class: Ophthalmic anti-infectives Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Last updated Oct 6, 2022 Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: GEL: 0.15% HSV keratitis, acute [1 gtt in eye(s) 5x/day until ulcer heals, then 1 gtt in eye(s) tid x7 days] SRC: NLM .
FOSAMAX PLUS D SIDE EFFECTS
FOSAMAX PLUS D SIDE EFFECTS Generic Name: alendronate sodium and cholecalciferol Brand Name: Fosamax Plus D Drug Class: Bisphosphonate Derivatives, Calcium Metabolism Modifiers Last updated on MDtodate: 10/6/2022 SIDE EFFECTS Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates […]
Zejula Dosage
Zejula Dosage Generic name: niraparib 100mg Dosage form: capsule Drug class: PARP inhibitors Last updated on Oct 4, 2022. Recommended Dosage Continue treatment with ZEJULA until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Instruct patients to take their dose of ZEJULA at approximately the same time each day. Advise patients to swallow each capsule whole and not to chew, crush, […]
Zelapar Dosage
Zelapar Dosage Generic name: selegiline (oral) Brand names: Eldepryl, Zelapar Drug classes: Dopaminergic antiparkinsonism agents, Monoamine oxidase inhibitors Medically reviewed by A Ras MD. Recommended Adult Dosing Dosage forms: ODT: 1.25 mg Parkinson dz, adjunct tx [1.25-2.5 mg PO qam] Start: 1.25 mg PO qam x6wk; Max: 2.5 mg/day; Info: give before breakfast and w/o liquid; taper dose gradually to […]