Symptoms associated with chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU)
Symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis
How it works
Fenacore is an antihistaminic medication. It works by blocking the effects of histamine, a chemical messenger released by specific cells in the body, responsible for allergy associated symptoms such as itching, swelling and rashes. How to use
Fenacore can be taken by adults and children above 12 years of age. Fenacore should be taken by mouth with or without food as directed by the doctor, usually once daily. Side effects
Most commonly reported side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nausea
Uses
Treatment of the following conditions in adults and children
Cryptococcal meningitis and maintenance therapy to prevent relapse of cryptococcal disease in patients with AIDS.
Systemic candidiasis.
Oropharyngeal and oesophageal candidiasis.
Prevention of fungal infections in patients with malignancy who are predisposed to such infections as a result of cytotoxic chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Vaginal candidiasis, acute or recurrent and prophylaxis to reduce the incidence of recurrent vaginal candidiasis
Candidial balanitis
Dermatomycosis including tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea pedis, tinea unguium (onychomycosis), and dermal candida infection
How it works
Fluconazole is a triazole antifungal drug which inhibits the cytochrome P-450 dependent enzymes resulting in impairment of ergosterol synthesis in the fungal cell membranes How to use
Fungicore is taken orally in a dose adjusted manner, depending on the condition and the results of cultures and laboratory studies. Side effects
Most commonly reported side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, and flatulence. Abnormalities of hepatic, renal and haematological function have been observed during fluconazole therapy in some patients, particularly those with serious underlying diseases such as AIDS and cancer. Other side effects could be headache, rash, vision changes, taste perversion, fatigue and malaise.
Treatment of essential high blood pressure in adults.
Reduction of high blood pressure to help lower the risk of heart attack and stroke
How it works
Hypercore is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, responsible for constriction of blood vessels, thus causing an increase in blood pressure. Hypercore blocks angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing smooth flow of blood to flow and helping the heart to pump efficiently. How to use
Hypercore should be taken by mouth with or without food as directed by the doctor, usually once daily. The dose may change based on the response to the treatment. Please speak to your doctor for further advice. Side effects
Most commonly reported side effects include dizziness, fatigue, palpitations, upper respiratory tract infections, like sinusitis or pharyngitis, cough, increased blood potassium levels
Treatment of essential high blood pressure in adults.
Reduction of high blood pressure to help lower the risk of heart attack and stroke
How it works
Hypercore is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, responsible for constriction of blood vessels, thus causing an increase in blood pressure. Hypercore blocks angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing smooth flow of blood to flow and helping the heart to pump efficiently. How to use
Hypercore should be taken by mouth with or without food as directed by the doctor, usually once daily. The dose may change based on the response to the treatment. Please speak to your doctor for further advice. Side effects
Most commonly reported side effects include dizziness, fatigue, palpitations, upper respiratory tract infections, like sinusitis or pharyngitis, cough, increased blood potassium levels
Used in combination with antibiotics to treat H.pylori infection that causes most duodenal ulcers
How it works
Esomeprazole works by blocking the enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces acid. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this allows the stomach and esophagus to heal. How to use
For GERD, to be taken once daily orally for 4-8 weeks
For the treatment of H. pylori infection, to be taken once daily orally in combination with amoxicillin and clarithromycin for 10 days
For preventing NSAID-induced ulcers, daily dose to be taken orally for 6 months
For treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome to be taken 40 mg twice daily
Side effects
Most commonly reported side effects include abdominal pain with cramps, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, flatulence.
Uses
Treatment of erectile dysfunction. Silcore 100 is not an aphrodisiac. How it works
Silcore 100 is a phosphodiesterase (PDE-5) inhibitor. It works by improving blood flow to the penis by relaxing the muscles in penile blood vessels. How to use
Should be taken orally, ideally, an hour before sexual intercourse. The maximum recommended dose is 100 mg. The maximum recommended dosing frequency is once daily. Side effects
Most commonly reported side effects include warmth or redness in the face, neck, or chest, stuffy nose, headaches, stomach pain, upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea, memory problems, back pain, an inability to differentiate between the colors green and blue, loss of hearing, ringing in the ears, and dizziness
