Methylnaltrexone Subcutaneous and Simuc-HD

• Generic Name: methylnaltrexone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Relistor

Methylnaltrexone injection is used to treat constipation caused by opioids (narcotic pain medicines), in adults with long-lasting pain that is not caused by cancer, or in patients with long-lasting pain caused by a previous cancer or its treatment who do not need weekly increases in opioid dosage. It is also used to treat constipation caused by opioids in adults with an advanced illness or cancer who need an increase in their opioid dosage.

Methylnaltrexone is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: guaifenesin / hydrocodone / phenylephrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: De-Chlor G, Hydro GP, Nariz HC, Nazarin HC, Simuc-HD, Donatussin DC, Atuss G, Tussafed-HC, Levall 50, Entex HC, Dynatuss HC, Tussafed-HCG, Uni-Lev 50, Crantex HC, Duratuss HD, Gentex HC, Guiaplex HC, Exetuss-HC, Qual-Tussin DC, MonteFlu HC, HydroFed, Mintuss G

Simuc-HD is a combination medicine used to treat cough, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by the common cold.

Simuc-HD contains a narcotic cough medicine and may be habit-forming.

Simuc-HD may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.