Ethambutol
There are two stages in the treatment of tuberculosis. In the first two months after infection (the initial phase), treatment is aimed at killing as many bacteria as possible. Therefore several anti-TB drugs with different mechanisms of action ... [... more]
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Ciprofibrate (Modalim)
This medicine may very rarely have side effects on the muscles. For this reason you should inform your doctor immediately if you experience any muscular symptoms such as pain, tenderness, cramps, or weakness while ... [... more]
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Ethinylestradiol, Norethisterone (Ovysmen)
The risk of blood clots forming in the veins (venous thromboembolism) while taking the pill may be temporarily increased if you are immobile for prolonged periods of time, for example if you have a major accident or ... [... more]
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Flomaxtra Xl (Tamsulosin)
If you are scheduled to have eye surgery for cataracts it is important to let your eye specialist know if you are or have been taking this medicine. This is because tamsulosin can make your pupil dilate poorly and the iris (the coloured circular ... [... more]
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Olmetec Plus (Olmesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide)
In people taking antihypertensive medicines it may cause a large drop in blood pressure with the first dose or after any dose increases, particularly in people taking diuretic medicines such as furosemide. This may cause dizziness, which can ... [... more]
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Etoposide (Vepesid)
Chemotherapy medicines can decrease the number of blood cells in your blood. A low white blood cell count can increase your susceptibility to infections; a low red blood cell count causes anaemia and a low platelet ... [... more]
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Cyclo-Progynova (Estradiol, Levonorgestrel)
The risk of blood clots forming in the veins (thromboembolism) while taking HRT may be temporarily increased if you experience major trauma, have surgery, or are immobile for prolonged periods of time (this includes ... [... more]
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Meningitis C Vaccine (Meningitec)
Vaccines contain extracts or inactivated forms of bacteria or viruses that cause disease. These altered forms of the organisms stimulate the immune system to produce antibodies against them, but don't actually cause ... [... more]
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Calcium Carbonate (Calcichew Forte)
Calcium carbonate is also used in people with kidney failure to bind to phosphate consumed in the diet. This is because in kidney failure the kidneys are less able to remove phosphate from the blood and it builds up ... [... more]
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Celevac (Methylcellulose)
It's main use is in relieving constipation. When you are constipated, the faeces become abnormally dry and hard and are painful and difficult to expell. Methylcellulose absorbs water so it helps to soften the faeces, ... [... more]
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Amphotericin (Ambisome)
AmBisome infusion is a lipid-based formulation of amphotericin that is less likely to cause side effects than conventional amphotericin infusion (Fungizone). This means it can be given at higher doses than conventional amphotericin. It is ... [... more]
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Amaryl (Glimepiride)
On rare occassions, low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) can occur as a side effect of this medicine. This is more likely to happen if you suddenly do more exercise than normal, have your meals at irregular times or miss ... [... more]
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