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May 27, 2012

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Celiac disease facts

Celiac disease is a chronic digestive disorder in which damage to the lining of the small intestine leads to the malabsorption of minerals and nutrients.
The destruction of the inner lining of the small intestine in celiac disease is caused by an immunological (allergic) reaction to gluten.
Gluten is a family of proteins present in wheat, barley, rye, and sometimes oats.
Individuals with celiac disease may develop diarrhea, steatorrhea, weight loss, flatulence, iron deficiency anemia, abnormal bleeding, or weakened bones. However, many adults with celiac disease may have either no symptoms or only vague abdominal discomfort such as bloating, abdominal distension, and excess gas.
Children with celiac disease may have stunted growth, and if untreated, childhood celiac disease can result in short stature as an adult.
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What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Mephyton Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

MEPHYTON®
(Phytonadione) Structural Formula Illustration

MEPHYTON (phytonadione) is indicated in the following coagulation disorders which are due to faulty formation of factors II, VII, IX and X when caused by vitamin K deficiency or interference with vitamin K activity.

MEPHYTON (phytonadione) tablets are indicated in:

â€” anticoagulant-induced prothrombin deficiency caused by coumarin or indanedione derivatives;

â€” hypoprothrombinemia secondary to antibacterial therapy;

â€” hypoprothrombinemia secondary to administration of salicylates;

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What is Mephyton Prescribing Information?

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Mephyton Patient Information: Side Effects

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately if you experience any serious side effects from phytonadione such as:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
dizziness;
fast or irregular heartbeats; or
increased sweating.

Other less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to use phytonadione and talk to your doctor if you experience

flushing of the face;
an unusual taste in the mo...

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What is Mephyton Patient Information?

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Mephyton Consumer Information: Uses

Vitamin K is used to treat and prevent low levels of certain substances (blood clotting factors) that your body naturally produces. These substances help your blood to thicken and stop bleeding normally (e.g., after an accidental cut or injury). Low levels of blood clotting factors increase the risk for unusual bleeding. Low levels may be caused by certain medications (e.g., warfarin) or medical conditions (e.g., obstructive jaundice). Vitamin K helps to treat and prevent unusual bleeding by increasing the body's production of blood clotting factors.

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