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proficient rx lp - venlafaxine hydrochloride (unii: 7d7rx5a8mo) (venlafaxine - unii:grz5rcb1qg) - venlafaxine 100 mg - venlafaxine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.  the efficacy of venlafaxine tablets in the treatment of major depressive disorder was established in 6-week controlled trials of adult outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the dsm-iii or dsm-iii-r category of major depression and in a 4-week controlled trial of inpatients meeting diagnostic criteria for major depression with melancholia (see clinical trials ). a major depressive episode implies a prominent and relatively persistent depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks); it should include at least 4 of the following 8 symptoms: change in appetite, change in sleep, psychomotor agitation or retardation, loss of interest in usual activities or decrease in sexual drive, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, and a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation. the efficacy of

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proficient rx - gabapentin (unii: 6cw7f3g59x) (gabapentin - unii:6cw7f3g59x) - gabapentin 600 mg - gabapentin is indicated for the management of postherpetic neuralgia in adults. gabapentin is indicated as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial seizures with and without secondary generalization in patients over 12 years of age with epilepsy.  gabapentin is also indicated as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial seizures in pediatric patients age 3 to 12 years. gabapentin is contraindicated in patients who have demonstrated hypersensitivity to the drug or its ingredients. gabapentin is not a scheduled drug. gabapentin does not exhibit affinity for benzodiazepine, opiate (mu, delta or kappa), or cannabinoid 1 receptor sites. a small number of postmarketing cases report gabapentin misuse and abuse. these individuals were taking higher than recommended doses of gabapentin for unapproved uses. most of the individuals described in these reports had a history of poly-substance abuse or used gabapentin to relieve symptoms of withdrawal from other substances. when prescribing gabapentin carefully e

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proficient rx lp - metoclopramide hydrochloride (unii: w1792a2rvd) (metoclopramide - unii:l4yeb44i46) - metoclopramide 5 mg - the use of metoclopramide tablets is recommended for adults only. therapy should not exceed 12 weeks in duration. metoclopramide tablets are indicated as short-term (4 to 12 weeks) therapy for adults with symptomatic, documented gastroesophageal reflux who fail to respond to conventional therapy. the principal effect of metoclopramide is on symptoms of postprandial and daytime heartburn with less observed effect on nocturnal symptoms. if symptoms are confined to particular situations, such as following the evening meal, use of metoclopramide as single doses prior to the provocative situation should be considered, rather than using the drug throughout the day. healing of esophageal ulcers and erosions has been endoscopically demonstrated at the end of a 12 week trial using doses of 15 mg q.i.d. as there is no documented correlation between symptoms and healing of esophageal lesions, patients with documented lesions should be monitored endoscopically. metoclopramide tablets are indicated for the relief of sympt

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proficient rx lp - acyclovir (unii: x4hes1o11f) (acyclovir - unii:x4hes1o11f) - acyclovir 800 mg - herpes zoster infections: acyclovir tablets are indicated for the acute treatment of herpes zoster (shingles). genital herpes: acyclovir tablets are indicated for the treatment of initial episodes and the management of recurrent episodes of genital herpes. chickenpox: acyclovir tablets are indicated for the treatment of chickenpox (varicella). acyclovir tablets are contraindicated for patients who develop hypersensitivity to acyclovir or valacyclovir.

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proficient rx lp - hydroxyzine hydrochloride (unii: 76755771u3) (hydroxyzine - unii:30s50ym8og) - hydroxyzine hydrochloride 25 mg - for symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested. useful in the management of pruritus due to allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses, and in histamine-mediated pruritus. as a sedative when used as a premedication and following general anesthesia, hydroxyzine may potentiate meperidine and barbiturates , so their use in pre-anesthetic adjunctive therapy should be modified on an individual basis.  atropine and other belladonna alkaloids are not affected by the drug.  hydroxyzine is not known to interfere with the action of digitalis in any way and it may be used concurrently with this agent. the effectiveness of hydroxyzine as an antianxiety agent for long term use, that is more than 4 months, has not been assessed by systematic clinical studies.  the physician should reassess periodically the usefulness of the drug for the individual patient. oral hydroxyzine hydrochlor

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proficient rx lp - benzonatate (unii: 5p4dhs6enr) (benzonatate - unii:5p4dhs6enr) - benzonatate 100 mg - benzonatate is indicated for the symptomatic relief of cough. hypersensitivity to benzonatate or related compounds. pediatric use safety and effectiveness in children below the age of 10 have not been established. accidental ingestion resulting in death has been reported in children below age 10. keep out of reach of children.

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proficient rx lp - venlafaxine hydrochloride (unii: 7d7rx5a8mo) (venlafaxine - unii:grz5rcb1qg) - venlafaxine 75 mg - venlafaxine tablets are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.    the efficacy of venlafaxine tablets in the treatment of major depressive disorder was established in 6-week controlled trials of adult outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the dsm-iii or dsm-iii-r category of major depression and in a 4-week controlled trial of inpatients meeting diagnostic criteria for major depression with melancholia (see clinical trials ).   a major depressive episode implies a prominent and relatively persistent depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks); it should include at least 4 of the following 8 symptoms: change in appetite, change in sleep, psychomotor agitation or retardation, loss of interest in usual activities or decrease in sexual drive, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, and a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation. the efficac

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proficient rx lp - bupropion hydrochloride (unii: zg7e5poy8o) (bupropion - unii:01zg3tpx31) - major depressive disorder: bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablets (xl) are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder. the efficacy of bupropion in the treatment of a major depressive episode was established in two 4-week controlled trials of inpatients and in one 6-week controlled trial of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the major depression category of the apa diagnostic and statistical manual (dsm) (see clinical trials ). a major depressive episode (dsm-iv) implies the presence of 1) depressed mood or 2) loss of interest or pleasure; in addition, at least 5 of the following symptoms have been present during the same 2-week period and represent a change from previous functioning: depressed mood, markedly diminished interest or pleasure in usual activities, significant change in weight and/or appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation or retardation, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration

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proficient rx lp - mirtazapine (unii: a051q2099q) (mirtazapine - unii:a051q2099q) - mirtazapine tablets, usp are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.   the efficacy of mirtazapine tablets, usp in the treatment of major depressive disorder was established in six week controlled trials of outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders – 3rd edition (dsm-iii) category of major depressive disorder (see clinical pharmacology ).  a major depressive episode (dsm-iv) implies a prominent and relatively persistent (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks) depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning, and includes at least five of the following nine symptoms: depressed mood, loss of interest in usual activities, significant change in weight and/or appetite, insomnia or hypersomnia, psychomotor agitation or retardation, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, a suicide attempt or suicidal ideation.  the effectiveness of mirtazapine

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proficient rx lp - sertraline hydrochloride (unii: uti8907y6x) (sertraline - unii:quc7nx6wmb) - major depressive disorder– sertraline hydrochloride tablets usp are indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. the efficacy of sertraline hydrochloride in the treatment of a major depressive episode was established in six to eight week controlled trials of adult outpatients whose diagnoses corresponded most closely to the dsm-iii category of major depressive disorder (see clinical trials under clinical pharmacology). a major depressive episode implies a prominent and relatively persistent depressed or dysphoric mood that usually interferes with daily functioning (nearly every day for at least 2 weeks); it should include at least 4 of the following 8 symptoms: change in appetite, change in sleep, psychomotor agitation or retardation, loss of interest in usual activities or decrease in sexual drive, increased fatigue, feelings of guilt or worthlessness, slowed thinking or impaired concentration, and a suicide attempt or suicidal idea