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Side Effects of Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo
Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, which is generically available as Sprintec and Tri-Sprintec, is a commercially available oral contraceptive. It is available by prescription only at your local pharmacy. As with all prescription drugs, side effects are possible. Before taking Ortho Tri-Cyclen Lo, you should be w...More...
How to Gradually Reduce Dose of Hydrochlorothiazide
Doctors commonly use hydrochlorothiazide as a diuretic to help manage hypertension. But the drug can have side effects such as abdominal cramping, elevated blood sugar and lowered potassium, so some patients prefer to discontinue use, particularly if they are managing their hypertension effectively ...More...
Side Effects of MS Medication
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects the spinal cord and brain by damaging the protective covering of nerve cells. Although there is no cure for MS, the use of medication is aimed at controlling and slowing the symptoms, which can include muscle weakness, vision disturbances, thinking and memory problems...More...
How to Use Peppermint Oil Topically
Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) is a flowering member of the mint family. Peppermint oil is actually a combination of several oils extracted from the stem, leaf and flower of the plant. It is often used as a home remedy for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), headaches and dyspepsia. Applied topically...More...
What Is Phentermine 30?
Phentermine 30 is a prescription medication that is in the class of medications called anorectics, which are used to treat obesity. Phentermine 30 simply means that the dosage of medication in the pill is 30 mg. It is not clear how this medication or other drugs in this class work. Though they do su...More...
A Paper-Based, Multiplication-Factor, Intravenous Insulin Protocol
How well are clinicians following insulin protocols for intensive glucose management?...More...
Management of Hepatitis C Genotype 1 Monoinfection
Are the new antiviral regimens for hepatitis C well tolerated?...More...
Side Effects of Mirapex
Mirapex (Pramipexole dihydrochloride) is used primarily to treat individuals diagnosed with Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome. Mirapex might help with an individual's inability to mobilize, tremors, stiffness and urge to move the lower extremities. There are side effects listed for Mirap...More...
Ibandronic Acid Side Effects
The International Osteporosis Foundation of America reports that 75 million people in the United States, Europe, and Japan suffer from osteoporosis, a condition that occurs when your bones become porous and susceptible to fractures. If you are a woman, your risk of developing osteoporosis increases ...More...
Bach Flower Remedies Rock Essence
After observing specific personality types and their common expressions, Dr. Edward Bach was the first to use flower essences as remedies for specific emotional conditions. Some flower essences, such as rock water essence, are meant to help modify underlying behaviors such as rigidity and perfection...More...
Shining the Light on Sunscreen
Confused about SPF? Read this for answers to all your questions....More...
Impact of Sodium on Length of Stay in Patients with HF
Could normal saline be making length of stay abnormal?...More...
Vitamins for Tendons
Tendons are soft, connective tissues that attach muscles to bones. Ensuring you keep optimal tendon health is important to prevent tendinitis, a condition characterized by swelling, tenderness and restricted limb movements. The wrists, elbows, ankles, knees and shoulders are particularly susceptible...More...
Case Studies of Troglitazone and Cisapride
One of the most serious actions the FDA can take is to advise the pharmaceutical sponsor to remove a drug from the market....More...
What is Albuterol HFA?
Albuterol sulfate is an inhaled mist medication used for asthma, emphysema and other lung disorders. Albuterol is sold under the brands Proventil, Ventolin and additional names. It was previously sold with a chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) inhaler, but by the end of 2008, all CFC inhalers were phased out a...More...
What Are Angstrom Minerals?
Eating a diet rich in essential minerals is critical to good health. Taking mineral supplements is the only way to make up for mineral deficiencies not addressed with diet, and angstrom minerals are designed to be absorbed and utilized better than other supplemental forms....More...
What Are the Risks & Side Effects of Cortisone Shots in the Neck?
Cortisone is a powerful drug that is used in the treatment of a variety of disorders. Although useful, it does have serious side effects....More...
Uses of a Medicine Dropper
Medicine droppers are used to orally administer medication. Primarily used to give liquid medicine to infants, medicine droppers are used to give medicine to children and pets. Medicine droppers can also be used to store essential oils, administer baby formula and for work in laboratories....More...
What Is Zinc Pyrithione?
Zinc pyrithione, as defined by the online Merriam-Webster medical dictionary, is an "antibacterial and antifungal" chemical compound. This composite, states the Environmental Protection Agency, works as "an active ingredient" in various consumer based products "to prevent the growth of bacteria, fun...More...
Black Cohosh Use in Menopause
Black cohosh root is an herbal supplement typically used to relieve unpleasant menopausal symptoms as well as menstrual problems. Most research on the effectiveness of black cohosh during menopause has focused on Remifemin, a standardized liquid extract distributed by GlaxoSmithKline. Further studie...More...
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