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This eMedTV page contains lists of prostate cancer questions you can ask your healthcare providers. Asking prostate cancer questions about possible symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis can help you make better decisions about your healthcare.
Prostate Cancer Screening: Is It Right For You?
Is prostate cancer screening right for you? This eMedTV page explains prostate cancer screening methods in detail and presents the risks and benefits. By knowing the pros and cons of screening, men can make the best decisions regarding their health.
Prostate Cancer Treatment by Stage
Effective prostate cancer treatment options depend on the grade and stage of the cancer. This eMedTV article discusses prostate cancer treatment by stage in detail, such as radical prostatectomy and external beam radiation therapy.
Prostate Cancer Vaccine and Hormone Treatment
This eMedTV page explains how, based on findings from a recent study, patients who undergo a prostate cancer vaccine and hormone treatment plan see an increase in the length of the time treatment is effective.
A doctor may prescribe protein-bound paclitaxel for the treatment of breast cancer. This eMedTV Web page discusses protein-bound paclitaxel uses in more detail, explains how the drug works, and offers some general dosing guidelines.
Protein-Bound Paclitaxel Dosing
Protein-bound paclitaxel dosing recommendations are made based on your height, weight, and other factors. This eMedTV resource lists other factors your doctor will consider before prescribing your dosage and explains how the drug is administered.
Protonix Precautions and Warnings
Protonix precautions and warnings include being aware of the risk for developing a vitamin B-12 deficiency. This eMedTV segment discusses other precautions and warnings for Protonix users, such as not nursing while taking the medication.
The suggested daily dose of protriptyline is 15 mg to 40 mg, taken in three or four smaller doses. This eMedTV Web page contains other protriptyline dosing guidelines and offers information on when and how to take the medication.
Some possible protriptyline side effects include confusion, nausea, and flushing. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other potential side effects of the drug and also describes serious problems that should be reported to a doctor right away.
It is not known whether Proventil passes through breast milk. This selection from the eMedTV archives discusses Proventil and breastfeeding, explaining that it is thought that taking Proventil while breastfeeding is probably safe in most cases.
In studies, Proventil caused birth defects in pregnant animals. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses Proventil and pregnancy, and explains why doctors often believe that the benefits of the drug outweigh the possible risks associated with it.
The Proventil dosage for treating an asthma attack is typically two sprays as needed. This eMedTV page discusses Proventil dosing guidelines for treating or preventing airway spasms and provides tips for taking the drug.
A few of the drugs that may interact with Proventil include digoxin, metoprolol, and doxepin. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses Proventil drug interactions, and the potential health effects of such interactions.
Proventil HFA and Breastfeeding
Researchers do not yet know whether the medication in Proventil HFA passes through breast milk. This eMedTV segment looks at Proventil HFA and breastfeeding, including information about the manufacturer's recommendations about breastfeeding.
In studies of Proventil HFA, depression was reported in less than 3 percent of patients taking the drug. This eMedTV page covers Proventil HFA and depression, including information about why it is hard to know for sure if the drug causes depression.
Many doctors believe that the benefits of taking Proventil HFA during pregnancy outweigh the risks it poses. This eMedTV resource discusses Proventil HFA and pregnancy, including information about studies of the drug in pregnant animals.
The Proventil HFA dosage generally used to treat or prevent asthma attacks is two sprays as needed. This eMedTV article discusses Proventil HFA dosing guidelines, including those for exercise-induced asthma.
Proventil HFA Drug Interactions
Proventil HFA can interact with digoxin, beta blockers, and other drugs. This Web page from the eMedTV archives explores Proventil HFA drug interactions that may occur and explains the potential effects of such interactions.
As this selection from the eMedTV archives explains, symptoms of a Proventil HFA overdose include shakiness, nervousness, and chest pain. This article also discusses some of the treatment options for a Proventil HFA overdose.
In clinical trials of Proventil HFA, side effects of the drug included runny nose, nausea, and nervousness. This eMedTV segment covers the side effects of Proventil HFA that occurred most frequently in clinical trials and those that may be serious.
Proventil HFA uses include the treatment and prevention of bronchospasms. This eMedTV page discusses approved uses of Proventil HFA (such as preventing exercise-induced asthma), as well as "off-label" uses of the environmentally friendly inhaler.
Proventil HFA Warnings and Precautions
Some warnings for those using Proventil HFA concern the drug's possible effects on heart rate. This eMedTV Web page features a discussion of Proventil HFA warnings and precautions, including those concerning pregnancy risks.
People who take too much Proventil may have overdose symptoms such as chest pain, dry mouth, and seizures. This eMedTV article describes the possible effects of a Proventil overdose and explains how such an overdose is treated.
Uses of Proventil commonly involve the treatment and prevention of airway spasms. This eMedTV resource discusses Proventil uses for people with conditions such as asthma. This article also discusses "off-label" uses of the medication.
Proventil Warnings and Precautions
Some Proventil warnings and precautions relate to the drug's potential effect on blood pressure. This eMedTV page covers precautions and warnings to be aware of with Proventil, such as those involving taking the drug during pregnancy.
At this time, it is not known whether it is safe to breastfeed while taking Provigil. This portion of the eMedTV library offers more information on Provigil and breastfeeding, and explains whether the drug is likely to pass through breast milk.
Dry mouth is a side effect that was reported in up to 4 percent of people taking Provigil in studies. This eMedTV resource provides more information on Provigil and dry mouth, and includes a list of suggestions that may provide relief.
Insomnia appears to be a common side effect of Provigil. This article from the eMedTV archives offers a more in-depth look at Provigil and insomnia, including a list of common insomnia symptoms and tips for improving your sleep habits.
At this time, it is not known if Provigil is safe for pregnant women to use. This section of the eMedTV Web site contains more information about Provigil and pregnancy, and explains what may happen if an unborn child is exposed to the medicine.
Medications that may cause negative Provigil drug interactions include warfarin, cyclosporine, and diazepam. This eMedTV article describes the potential effects of these drug interactions and lists other medicines that may interact with Provigil.
If you take too much Provigil, overdose symptoms may include diarrhea, nausea, and anxiety. This eMedTV Web page describes other reported effects of a Provigil overdose and explains the treatment options that are available.
Provigil is used for treating excessive sleepiness due to conditions such as narcolepsy and sleep apnea. This eMedTV resource covers other specific Provigil uses, explains whether the drug can be used in children, and lists possible off-label uses.
Provigil Warnings and Precautions
Provigil can cause severe allergic reactions. As this segment from the eMedTV Web site explains, there are many more Provigil warnings and precautions to be aware of before starting treatment. Other possible side effects are also included.
It is against federal and most state laws to buy Provigil with no prescription. This eMedTV resource explains why you should not buy Provigil without a prescription and also discusses the dangers of selling or giving your Provigil to someone else.
There are many common side effects of Prozac, and dry mouth occurs in up to 12 percent of patients. This eMedTV segment provides suggestions (such as avoiding caffeine and sipping water often) that may help with dry mouth symptoms.
Hair loss is a rarely reported side effect of Prozac. This part of the eMedTV archives briefly covers Prozac and hair loss, including information on how common hair loss is with the antidepressant and what your doctor may recommend.
An oral medication, Prozac is a prescription drug used for treating depression and other conditions. As this eMedTV page explains, it is available in capsule and liquid form. This article also covers other Prozac uses and explains how the drug works.
Prozac is used for the treatment of depression, bulimia, OCD, and panic disorder. This eMedTV Web page describes these Prozac uses in more detail, discusses age requirements for this drug, and lists possible off-label uses.
Prozac Warnings and Precautions
This eMedTV segment contains several Prozac warnings and precautions, such as being aware of drug interactions, looking for signs of an allergic reaction, and understanding the possible risks of taking the drug during pregnancy.
Prozac is a prescription medicine that is licensed to treat depression, OCD, panic disorder, and bulimia. This eMedTV resource explains how Prozac works, and describes possible signs of an overdose. Prozax is a common misspelling of Prozac.
Pseudoephedrine 120 mg Tablets
The recommended dosage for 120 mg pseudoephedrine tablets is one tablet every 12 hours. This eMedTV resource also lists dosing guidelines for extended-release pseudoephedrine 240 mg tablets and immediate-release pseudoephedrine 30 mg tablets.
Pseudoephedrine 240 mg Tablets
The recommended dosage for extended-release 240 mg pseudoephedrine tablets is one tablet once a day. This eMedTV segment also explains how dosing works for extended-release pseudoephedrine 120 mg tablets.
The recommended dosage for 30 mg pseudoephedrine tablets is two tablets every four to six hours. This eMedTV Web page also provides pseudoephedrine dosing guidelines for extended-release tablets (Sudafed 12 Hour and 24 Hour tablets).
Pseudoephedrine Drug Information
This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the drug pseudoephedrine. Information includes what it is used for, possible side effects, dosing, and possible drug interactions.
People with the skin disease psoriasis may have patches of thick, red, and scaly skin. This eMedTV Web page explains what causes psoriasis and lists various treatment options available for this disorder. Psoarisis is a common misspelling of psoriasis.
Psoriasis, an inflammatory disease, is characterized by swelling and scaling of the skin. This eMedTV page describes specific symptoms of psoriasis and explores the causes of this skin condition. Psoriais is a common misspelling of psoriasis.
Psoriasis is a skin condition that occurs when T cells become too active in the body. This eMedTV resource describes symptoms of this disorder and explains how psoriasis can be improved. Psorias is a common misspelling of psoriasis.
Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disorder that typically occurs in adults. This eMedTV article describes the effects of psoriasis and explains whether treatments are available to improve this condition. Psoriases is a common misspelling of psoriasis.
This eMedTV Web page explains name information related to Pru. This includes the meaning, origin, and other forms of Pru.
The origin of Prudence is Latin. This eMedTV segment explains other information related to the name Prudence, including its meaning and other forms.
This eMedTV Web page highlights information about the name Prudie. This may include information about variations, and meaning.
This eMedTV Web page explains name information related to Prudl. This includes the meaning, origin, and other forms of Prudl.
This eMedTV Web page highlights information about the name Prudy. This may include information about variations, and meaning.
This eMedTV Web page highlights information about the name Prue. This may include information about variations, and meaning.
This eMedTV Web page highlights information about the name Prunella. This may include information about variations, and meaning.
This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the name Pry, including its origin and meaning.
Pryce Information -- Meaning, Origin, and/or Other Information
This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the name Pryce, including its origin and meaning.
This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the name Prylor, including its origin and meaning.
This eMedTV article provides a detailed overview of the name Pryncess, including its origin and meaning.
This eMedTV Web page highlights information about the name Pryncessa. This may include information about variations, and meaning.
Pryor Information -- Meaning, Origin, and/or Other Information
This eMedTV Web page highlights information about the name Pryor. This may include information about variations, and meaning.
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