CNS drugs

Equasym Tablets contain methylphenidate hydrochloride which enhances the activity of certain underactive parts of the brain. Each tablet contains 5mg, 10mg or 20mg of methylphenidate hydrochloride. Methylphenidate is used to treat a behavioural disorder in children known as attention-deficit hyper-activity disorder (ADHD).

Zispin SolTab is one of a group of medicines called antidepressants. Zispin SolTab is used to treat depressive illness. If so, you must talk to your doctor as soon as you can before taking Zispin SolTab.

Deximune contains the active substance ciclosporin. It is one of a group of drugs known as immunosuppressive agents. These drugs are used to dampen down the body’s immune reactions in case you have received an organ or bone marrow transplant, have severe skin issues, or have severe rheumatoid arthritis or nephrotic syndrome.

Zimovane can be used for temporary and longer-lasting sleep problems. It is not meant to be used daily for long periods. It is used to treat difficulty falling asleep, waking in the middle of the night or too early, severe or upsetting sleep problems that are caused by your mood or mental health problems.

Anugesic HC Suppositories are used to treat the severe pain and discomfort associated with internal haemorrhoids (piles), and pruritus ani (itching around the anus) in adults. Haemorrhoids can cause varying degrees of discomfort, itching and irritation, particularly after a bowel movement.

Dihydrocodeine tablets belong to a group of medicines called opioid analgesics. These are strong pain killers that are used for the relief of moderate to severe pain. MAOIs, such as phenelzine or isocarboxazid, are medicines used to treat depression.

Proctosedyl ointment can be used for short-term relief (not more than 7 days) of pain, irritation, discharge, and itching associated with enlarged or swollen blood vessels around your back passage (hemorrhoids).

Active Ingredient: Lidocaine Hydrochloride Ph. On first use or after storage, spray 3 times away from face into sink.

Epilim contains a medicine called sodium valproate. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-convulsants or anti-epileptic agents. Epilim works by helping to calm the brain down. It is used to treat epilepsy (fits) in adults and children.

Zinc oxide and Bismuth salts are mildly astringent and antiseptic. They soothe and protect raw areas. Balsam Peru is mildly antiseptic and has a protective action on sore areas and may help healing.

Antidepressant drugs are effective for treating moderate to severe depression associated with psychomotor and physiological changes such as loss of appetite and sleep disturbance; improvement in sleep is usually the first benefit of therapy. They are also effective for dysthymia (lower grade chronic depression). Antidepressant drugs are not generally effective in mild depression, and cognitive behavioural therapy should be considered initially; however, a trial of antidepressant therapy may be considered in cases refractory to psychological treatments or those associated with psychosocial or medical problems.

The name of this medicine is Erymax 250 mg gastro-resistant hard capsules. The active ingredient in them is erythromycin, which belongs to a group of medicines called antibiotics. Erymax is used to treat ear, nose, throat and chest infections.

Subutex Sublingual Tablets contain buprenorphine hydrochloride, which is a medicine called an ‘opioid analgesic’ (strong pain reliever). Subutex is used to help patients addicted to opiate (narcotic) drugs, such as morphine and heroin by acting as a substitute for these drugs.

This medicine is used for the relief of the inflammation, swelling, itching and soreness of piles (haemorrhoids) and to relieve itching of the anus (back passage). It is used short-term usually for 5 to 7 days. Long-term continuous treatment should be avoided because it increases the possibility of side effects.

Other ‘benzodiazepine’ medicines. You must not be given Rivotril if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or nurse before having Rivotril.

Sublimaze contains a medicine called fentanyl citrate. It belongs to a group of medicines called ‘opioid analgesics’. Sublimaze is a strong painkiller that works for a short period of time.

It is used together with your current medication to treat “difficult to control” epilepsy. It will initially be prescribed by a specialist.

These tablets have been prescribed for you to relieve severe pain over a period of 12 hours. They contain the active ingredient dihydrocodeine which belongs to a group of medicines called strong analgesics or ‘painkillers’. Your doctor will have told you if you have these conditions.

Extavia is a type of medicine known as interferon used to treat multiple sclerosis. Interferons are proteins produced by the body that help it fight against attacks on the immune system such as viral infections. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a long-term condition that affects the central nervous system (CNS), particularly the functioning of the brain and spinal cord.

Stelazine Tablets contain the active ingredient trifluoperazine hydrochloride, which belongs to a class of drugs called phenothiazine tranquilisers. It influences the activity of certain brain cells by decreasing the effect of dopamine, a natural chemical in the brain. At a low dose, Stelazine Tablets are used to manage anxiety and depression.

Medicines are not always suitable for everyone. A small number of people being treated with anti-epileptics such as Ethosuximide have had thoughts of harming or killing themselves. If at any time you have these thoughts, immediately contact your doctor.

This medicine contains nicotine which belongs to a group of medicines called nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). It acts to substitute the nicotine that you normally get from cigarettes and can help you stop smoking.

Haemorrhoids (also known as piles) are swollen or enlarged blood vessels, which can cause discomfort, itching and irritation, particularly after a bowel movement. They may be either internal (inside the anus) or external (outside the anus). The cream contains two active substances, zinc oxide and lidocaine.

Such as counselling and behavioural therapy. Concerta XLis not for use as a treatment for ADHD in children under 6 years of age or in adults. It is not known if it is safe or of benefit in these people.

You have stomach pains or any other pain or discomfort in your abdomen (belly). You are elderly because your dose may need to be lower .