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Abrava
Abreva is a non-prescription medicine licensed for the treatment of cold sores. This eMedTV Web page explains how Abreva works, describes its effects, and offers general warnings for this medication. Abrava is a common misspelling of Abreva.
Abravia
Abreva is an over-the-counter medicine used for treating cold sores. This page from the eMedTV site describes how Abreva works and explains how (and how often) you should use this medication. Abravia is a common misspelling of Abreva.
Abraxane
Available by prescription, Abraxane is a drug that is used for treating breast cancer. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how Abraxane works and offers more details on its effects, potential side effects, and dosing information.
Abraxane and Breastfeeding
It may be unsafe to breastfeed while taking Abraxane (protein-bound paclitaxel). This eMedTV segment offers more information on Abraxane and nursing, and explains whether the medication is passed through breast milk.
Abraxane and Hair Loss
Hair loss is the most common side effect of Abraxane. This article from the eMedTV site offers more information on Abraxane and hair loss, including an explanation of when hair loss typically occurs during treatment and what to do if it occurs.
Abraxane and Pregnancy
As this eMedTV page explains, Abraxane could cause problems in the fetus if taken during pregnancy. This article discusses the topic in more detail and explains what complications were seen in pregnant animals that were given the drug.
Abraxane Chemotherapy Medicine
Abraxane Dosage
Your doctor will determine your dose of Abraxane based on your height and weight, among other things. As this eMedTV page explains, other factors help determine your dosage, including whether you are taking other chemotherapy medications.
Abraxane Drug Interactions
Medicines that may cause interactions with Abraxane include "live" vaccinations and certain anticonvulsants. This eMedTV resource lists other drugs that may cause an interaction and explains what may happen when these medications are taken together.
Abraxane Side Effects
Common side effects of Abraxane may include low blood pressure, infections, and nausea. This eMedTV segment lists other possible side effects of this drug, including rare but serious problems that should be reported to your healthcare provider right away.
Abraxane Uses
Abraxane is used for treating breast cancer. As this eMedTV page explains, Abraxane uses specifically include the treatment of metastatic cancer that hasn't reacted to other drugs and cancer that's returned within six months of adjuvant chemotherapy.
Abraxane Warnings and Precautions
Abraxane can cause nerve pain or unusual sensations of burning or tingling. This eMedTV article offers other Abraxane warnings and precautions, and provides a list of certain people who should avoid taking the medication.
Abreeva
Abreva is typically used to treat the symptoms of cold sores and to speed up healing. This page of the eMedTV Web site briefly describes how the medication should be applied and lists possible side effects. Abreeva is a common misspelling of Abreva.
Abreva
Abreva is a non-prescription drug commonly used to treat symptoms of cold sores and shorten healing time. This eMedTV segment provides an in-depth look at the drug, including how it works, guidelines for those taking it, side effects, and more.
Abreva and Breastfeeding
This eMedTV segment discusses the issues surrounding Abreva and breastfeeding. It provides the manufacturer's guidelines, what to consider before taking it, and stresses the importance of discussing the subject with your healthcare provider.
Abreva and Pregnancy
This eMedTV resource takes a look at pregnancy and Abreva. It explains the results of animal studies, gives the manufacturer's recommendations, and describes what to discuss with your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while using it.
Abreva Dosage
This page of the eMedTV library offers several tips and guidelines regarding how your Abreva dosage should be taken. This includes how often it should be taken, how to apply the drug to achieve the best results, and more.
Abreva Drug Interactions
At this time, no drugs are known to interact with Abreva. However, as this eMedTV page explains, the drug has not been studied with other topical products, such as ointments and creams, so interactions may exist that have not been discovered yet.
Abreva for Cold Sores
As this segment from the eMedTV archives explains, Abreva is a medication used to treat cold sores. Unlike other cold sore medicines, it is available without a prescription. This article briefly describes how it works and offers a link to learn more.
Abreva Side Effects
Known Abreva side effects include headaches, painful menstrual periods, and infection. This segment of the eMedTV archives discusses these and other side effects, explaining when they are likely to occur and what to tell your healthcare provider.
Abreva Uses
Abreva uses are focused on treating cold sores by minimizing the infection. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, off-label uses for the drug also exist. This page examines these various uses in detail, describing how the medication works.
Abreva Warnings and Precautions
Because knowing precautions and warnings for Abreva can help ensure an effective treatment process, this eMedTV resource provides a list of the most common. This includes people who should not take the drug and how to take it to achieve the best results.
Abrevia
Abreva is commonly used to speed up the healing and duration of cold sores. This eMedTV article provides a brief overview of the drug and also offers a link to more detailed information. Abrevia is a common misspelling of Abreva.
Abstral
Abstral is a prescription narcotic medication approved for treating breakthrough cancer pain. This eMedTV Web resource describes the effects of the painkiller, offers dosing information, and explains what side effects may occur with treatment.
Abstral Abuse
Abstral (fentanyl sublingual tablets) is a narcotic drug that has significant abuse potential. This eMedTV Web article describes possible signs of addiction to Abstral and explains the difference between addiction and a physical dependence on a drug.
Abstral and Breastfeeding
Abstral (fentanyl sublingual tablets) is known to pass through breast milk in humans. This eMedTV resource offers more information on breastfeeding and Abstral, and describes the potential problems that can occur if an infant is exposed to the drug.
Abstral and Pregnancy
As this eMedTV page explains, Abstral (fentanyl sublingual tablets) is a pregnancy Category C medicine, meaning it may not be safe for use during pregnancy. This page describes complications that resulted during animal studies of the drug.
Abstral Dosage
The initial Abstral dosage for treating breakthrough pain is usually 100 mcg. This eMedTV page takes a closer look at dosing guidelines for this pain medication, including important recommendations on how to safely and effectively use Abstral tablets.
Abstral Drug Interactions
Alcohol, grapefruit, and various other products can potentially cause drug interactions with Abstral. This eMedTV article lists other products that may interfere with Abstral and describes the problems that may occur if these drugs are taken together.
Abstral Medication Information
Abstral is a prescription narcotic medicine used to treat breakthrough pain in people with cancer. This eMedTV Web selection further explores Abstral, including information on why this medication may not be a good choice for some people.
Abstral Overdose
As this eMedTV Web article explains, it is possible to overdose on Abstral (fentanyl sublingual tablets). Effects may include difficulty breathing and even death. Seek immediate medical care if you believe you or someone else has overdosed on this drug.
Abstral REMS
Before you receive Abstral to relieve pain, you must be enrolled in a special program. As this eMedTV page explains, the importance of the Abstral REMS program is to help reduce the risks for abusing, misusing, or overdosing on this narcotic painkiller.
Abstral Safety Warning
There is a "black box" safety warning for Abstral, as this drug has a high potential for abuse and overdose. This eMedTV Web resource explains how this warning helps to ensure that this pain medication is prescribed and taken in a safe manner.
Abstral Side Effects
Common side effects of Abstral include headaches, nausea, and constipation. This eMedTV Web segment provides a more detailed list of possible side effects, including potentially serious problems that require immediate medical attention.
Abstral Storage and Disposal
As this eMedTV page explains, store Abstral (fentanyl sublingual tablets) in a safe place and dispose of tablets by flushing them down the toilet. This page covers important tips for how to properly store and dispose of this highly abused pain medication.
Abstral Uses
Abstral is licensed to treat cancer pain that breaks through around-the-clock pain medication. This eMedTV Web page discusses the uses of Abstral in more detail, describes how the drug works, and explains whether it is approved for children.
Abstral Warnings and Precautions
If you have asthma or other breathing problems, let your doctor know before taking Abstral. This eMedTV segment lists important warnings and precautions with Abstral, including other conditions you should tell your doctor about before using the drug.
Abstral Withdrawal
If you abruptly stop taking Abstral (fentanyl sublingual tablets), withdrawal symptoms could occur. This eMedTV Web resource explains why withdrawal from Abstral occurs with long-term use of the drug and provides a list of possible symptoms.
Abuse of Pseudoephedrine
Athletes have been known to take pseudoephedrine to help them get "pumped" before a competition. This eMedTV Web page further discusses the abuse of pseudoephedrine and explains why this particular decongestant is so commonly abused.
Abuse of Sudafed
Sudafed is not traditionally considered a drug of abuse, but it can be misused in a few different ways. This eMedTV Web page includes more information about Sudafed abuse and explores the potential risks of misusing this medication.
Acai and Breastfeeding
There is no reason to suspect that acai would cause any problems in breastfeeding women. This eMedTV page offers more details on acai and breastfeeding, and explains why it may be best to wait until you have weaned your baby before using this product.
Acai and Pregnancy
It is unknown if acai berry products are safe or beneficial for pregnant women. This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at pregnancy and acai, and explores the reasons why these products may not be safe when used medicinally in pregnant women.
Acai Berry
Acai berries are high in antioxidants and commonly found in various supplements and health drinks. This eMedTV resource discusses the claimed benefits of this fruit, explains how it may work, and explores the safety and effectiveness of it.
Acai Berry Diet
Acai berry products are claimed to be beneficial for helping people lose weight. This article from the eMedTV archives explains what the "acai berry diet" is and explores the benefits and effectiveness of this product for weight loss.
Acai Berry Information
The acai berry is claimed to be useful for enhancing general health and promoting weight loss. This eMedTV Web page provides more information on acai berries, including other claimed benefits and information on the product?s effectiveness.
Acai Berry Juice Supplements
Many products contain acai berry (juice, supplements, and foods), a fruit that is high in antioxidants. This eMedTV article explores what various acai products are used for and explains whether these juices and supplements are indeed effective.
Acai Berry Research
Not much research on acai berries has been done in humans. This part of the eMedTV archives describes the "test tube" studies and limited human studies with acai and explores the effectiveness of acai products based on this information.
Acai Berry Side Effects
There are no known side effects of acai berry at this time. As this eMedTV page explains, however, just because there are no known side effects does not mean that problems are not possible. It is possible to develop an allergic reaction to acai.
Acai Berry Supplements
Acai berries are high in antioxidants and are commonly found in various health drinks, foods, supplements. This eMedTV Web page explains what acai berry supplements are used for, describes the different effects, and includes a link to more information.
Acai Berry Weight Loss
It is difficult to speculate how you can lose weight by taking acai berry. Weight loss, as this eMedTV article explains, is not linked to antioxidants, which these berries are high in. There is no proof that this product actually works for weight loss.
Acai Dosage
It is difficult to recommend an acai dosage, since many products are foods or beverages. This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses reasonable dosing guidelines and offers general warnings and precautions for those using this product.
Acai Drug Interactions
There are no clearly established drug interactions with acai. As this eMedTV Web page explains, however, it is theoretically possible that acai could interact with chemotherapy medications, since antioxidants can reduce the effectiveness of such drugs.
Acai Overdose
At this time, it is unclear if an acai overdose is possible. As this section of the eMedTV library explains, it is also unclear how much acai would result in an overdose, what effects this would have, and what treatments are the best options.
Acai Side Effects Review
There are no known acai side effects, but it does not mean that side effects are not possible. As this eMedTV page explains, there is a potential for allergic reactions to acai, so contact your doctor if you develop any signs of an allergic reaction.
Acai Warnings
It is unknown if acai products are safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women. This section of the eMedTV site provides a list of other important acai warnings and precautions, and explains who should consult their doctors before using these products.
Acamprosate
Acamprosate is a prescription drug used to help people abstain from alcohol. This eMedTV Web page provides an in-depth look at acamprosate, including information on how it works, possible side effects, tips on taking the drug, and more.
Acamprosate Calcium Drug Info
On this eMedTV Web page, we discuss acamprosate calcium. Drug information includes its possible warnings, side effects, drug interactions, dosing, and uses.
Acamprosate Dosing
The typical acamprosate dosage is two 333-mg tablets taken three times a day. However, as this page from the eMedTV Web site explains, dosing guidelines will vary based on several factors, such as how well your kidneys are functioning.
Acanya
Acanya is a prescription skin gel used to treat acne. This article from the eMedTV Web library takes an in-depth look at this product, explaining how it works, when and how to apply it, potential side effects, general safety precautions, and more.
Acanya Acne Medication Information
This eMedTV resource provides information on Acanya, a medication prescribed to treat acne. This page gives a brief overview of how this skin gel is used, possible side effects, and what your doctor needs to know. A link to more details is also included.
Acanya and Breastfeeding
It is unclear if Acanya (clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide) passes through breast milk. This eMedTV page discusses breastfeeding and Acanya, explaining why it is probably unlikely that the drug would affect a nursing infant and what the manufacturer advises.
Acanya and Pregnancy
It may not be safe for pregnant women to use Acanya (clindamycin/benzoyl peroxide). This eMedTV Web selection takes an in-depth look at this topic, including an explanation of why the FDA has classified this acne drug as a pregnancy Category C medication.
Acanya Dosage
As this eMedTV segment explains, Acanya skin gel is applied to the affected areas once daily. This article discusses the guidelines for Acanya dosing, including important tips on how to safely and effectively use this prescription acne medicine.
Acanya Drug Interactions
You may not be able to use certain skin products while using Acanya. This eMedTV page explains how certain topical medicines may cause interactions with Acanya, potentially causing skin irritation and other problems. Other interactions are also covered.
Acanya Gel
A healthcare provider may prescribe Acanya to treat acne. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at this skin medication, including how to use Acanya gel, possible side effects, and general safety precautions. A link to more details is also provided.
Acanya Gel Reaction
As this eMedTV page discusses, Acanya is not free from risks. This article describes some of the adverse reactions to Acanya skin gel and explains how you can help reduce the chance of such problems. This page also links to more details.
Acarbose
Acarbose is a prescription drug that is licensed to lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how acarbose works to slow digestion of carbohydrates, lists potential side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
Acavar
Akavar is a supplement that claims to cause weight loss, regardless of what or how much you eat. This eMedTV resource offers a brief overview of Akavar and discusses the effectiveness of the supplement. Acavar is a common misspelling of Akavar.
Accai Berries
Many acai berry products are claimed to be useful for treating various medical conditions. This eMedTV segment explores the benefits, specific uses, and effectiveness of this supplement. Accai berries is a common misspelling of acai berry.
Accai Berry
Acai products are becoming quite popular and are claimed to provide a wide variety of health benefits. This eMedTV page describes the alleged benefits and offers general warnings for the product. Accai berry is a common misspelling of acai berry.
Accelis
Accelis is a weight loss pill that is available without a prescription. This eMedTV page offers an overview of Accelis, including information on the effectiveness of the supplement, possible side effects, and what to tell your doctor before taking it.
Accelis Diet Pills
Accelis diet pills are quite common. Whether they work is another issue. This eMedTV presentation looks at Accelis for weight loss, including whether it works and its possible side effects.
Accolate
Accolate is a prescription drug that is taken twice a day to prevent asthma attacks. This eMedTV Web page offers dosing information, describes the effects of the drug, and lists side effects that may occur during treatment with this medication.
Accupril
Accupril is a drug used to control high blood pressure and treat congestive heart failure symptoms. This eMedTV page provides an overview of Accupril, including information on side effects, dosing, and potential drug interactions.
Accupril and Erectile Dysfunction
If you're taking Accupril and erectile dysfunction occurs, contact your doctor. As this eMedTV page explains, he or she may recommend taking an erectile dysfunction drug or trying another heart failure or high blood pressure drug, among other things.
Accupril Cough
A dry cough that will not go away is among the common side effects of Accupril. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains how the drug's enzyme-blocking effect can lead to a cough, and also provides statistics on how often it occurs.
Accupril Side Effects
This eMedTV article explores side effects of Accupril, including common side effects like fatigue and cough; rare side effects like angina; and side effects that you should report to your doctor immediately, such as itching and wheezing.
Accuretic
Accuretic is a prescription drug that is used to treat high blood pressure in adults. This section of the eMedTV library explains how the drug works and offers more details on its effects, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Accutain
Accutane is a prescription medicine licensed to treat severe nodular acne. This selection from the eMedTV Web library covers some general precautions with the drug and outlines possible side effects. Accutain is a common misspelling of Accutane.
Accutaine
Accutane is an acne medication used to treat severe nodular acne when other treatments have failed. This eMedTV page offers a brief overview of the drug, including side effects and general precautions. Accutaine is a common misspelling of Accutane.
Accutan
As this eMedTV page explains, a healthcare provider may prescribe Accutane to treat severe acne that has not responded well to other treatments. This page also covers some general precautions with the drug. Accutan is a common misspelling of Accutane.
Accutane
Accutane is a prescription acne medication used when other treatments have failed. This eMedTV Web resource provides a complete overview of this medication, including how it works, general dosing guidelines, potential side effects, and more.
Accutane 10 mg Capsules
As this eMedTV Web article explains, a doctor may prescribe 10 mg Accutane capsules to treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments. This page also lists the factors that may affect your dosage and covers some general dosing guidelines.
Accutane 20 mg Capsules
As this selection from the eMedTV Web library explains, a doctor may prescribe 20 mg Accutane capsules to treat severe acne. This article further discusses Accutane dosing guidelines and describes some of the factors that may affect your dosage.
Accutane 40 mg Capsules
As this eMedTV page explains, using 40 mg Accutane capsules twice a day can help treat severe acne that has not responded to other treatments. This page lists the factors that may affect your Accutane dosage and offers some tips on using this medication.
Accutane Acne Medication
As a type of acne medication, Accutane can treat severe acne that has not responded to other acne treatment. This eMedTV Web page further discusses Accutane, including how the medication works and what to tell your doctor before taking it.
Accutane and Birth Defects
As this eMedTV article explains, birth defects may occur if Accutane is taken by a woman who is pregnant. This resource further describes the problems that may result if this acne medication is taken during pregnancy, such as miscarriages and fetal death.
Accutane Capsules
Available in the form of a capsule, Accutane is a prescription acne medicine. This eMedTV article offers more detail on Accutane, the type of acne it is approved to treat, available strengths, and how to use this drug.
Accutane Oral
As this eMedTV article discusses, oral Accutane capsules may be prescribed to treat severe acne when other acne treatments have failed. This page further discusses this acne medicine, including possible side effects and general dosing guidelines.
Accutane Side Effects
Nausea, drowsiness, and headaches are some of the bothersome side effects of Accutane. However, as this eMedTV page explains, there are more serious side effects that require prompt medical care, such as seizures or allergic reactions.
Acebutolol
Acebutolol is a prescription drug approved to treat high blood pressure and certain irregular heart rhythms. This eMedTV segment describes how the product works, offers dosing information, and talks about the side effects that may occur.
Aceon
Aceon is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at the drug, including its effects, dosing information, and general precautions to be aware of when taking it.
Aceon Medicine
Adults with high blood pressure may benefit from Aceon, a prescription medication. This eMedTV Web article gives an overview of this medicine, listing some of its potential side effects and explaining when and how to take it.
Acetaminaphen
This page of the eMedTV library explains how the non-prescription medication acetaminophen works to relieve pain and reduce fever. This page also offers some tips for when and how to take the drug. Acetaminaphen is a common misspelling of acetaminophen.
Acetaminofen
Acetaminophen is a drug that is commonly used for relieving pain and reducing fever. This eMedTV page provides a general overview of acetaminophen and includes a link to more detailed information. Acetaminofen is a common misspelling of acetaminophen.
Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen is a non-prescription drug that is used to treat minor aches and pains. This eMedTV page describes the various forms of acetaminophen, lists possible side effects of the drug, and explains what you should know before taking it.
Acetaminophen Dosage
The recommended acetaminophen dose for most adults is two tablets every four to six hours as needed. This eMedTV Web page offers dosing guidelines for specific forms of this medication and discusses dosing recommendations for children.
Acetaminophen Overdose
Acetaminophen is extremely safe when taken appropriately, but it can be dangerous if you take too much. This eMedTV Web page lists potential symptoms of an acetaminophen overdose and describes the treatment options that are available.
Acetaminophen Side Effects
Appetite loss, diarrhea, and liver failure are possible side effects of acetaminophen. As this eMedTV article explains, however, side effects are not likely to occur unless the drug is taken inappropriately (if you take too much of it).
Acetaminophen Suppositories
Acetaminophen suppositories are a nonprescription drug that is used to treat fevers and relieve pain. This eMedTV Web page explains how to use the suppositories, describes how the drug works, and explains what you should know before using it.
Acetaminophen With Codeine
Acetaminophen with codeine is a drug that can be prescribed to relieve mild to moderate pain. This eMedTV article describes the various components of the medicine, lists side effects that may occur, and offers general dosing information for the drug.
Acetominophen
Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer that is available without a prescription. This eMedTV article describes acetaminophen products in more detail and explains how the drug works. Acetominophen is a common misspelling of acetaminophen.
Acetretin
Acitretin, a prescription retinoid, is approved for treating severe psoriasis in adults. This eMedTV resource offers a brief overview of the drug, including safety precautions and potential side effects. Acetretin is a common misspelling of acitretin.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Acetyl-L-carnitine is a naturally occurring compound found in the human body and used in some supplements. This eMedTV page explains the importance of this product, lists the potential benefits of the supplement, and explores its effectiveness.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine Supplement Information
This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the supplement acetyl-L-carnitine. Information includes what it might treat (and whether it works) along with if it is safe. Other topics include dosing, warnings, and side effect information.
Acetylcarnitine
Acetyl-L-carnitine is a compound found in the body and is also available as a supplement. This eMedTV page takes a look at these supplements, including their effectiveness for medicinal uses. Acetylcarnitine is a common misspelling of acetyl-L-carnitine.
Achondraplasia
Achondroplasia is a genetic disorder that causes dwarfism. This page from the eMedTV library explains what causes achondroplasia and lists some of the common characteristics of this disease. Achondraplasia is a common misspelling of achondroplasia.
Achondroplasia
Achondroplasia occurs when cartilage has difficulty converting to bone, which usually results in dwarfism. This eMedTV article discusses the condition in detail, including the role genetics plays, possible symptoms, treatment options, and prognosis.
Achondroplasia Disease
Achondroplasia disease is the most common type of short-limbed dwarfism caused by genetic mutations. This eMedTV page discusses the condition in detail, including information on how the condition is passed from parent to child, symptoms, and more.
Achondroplasia Dwarfism
As this eMedTV resource explains, achondroplasia dwarfism occurs when cartilage has difficulty converting to bone, especially in the long bones of the limbs. The causes, symptoms, and treatment options are also discussed.
Achondroplasia Dwarfism Disease
Achondroplasia dwarfism is a rare disease that affects the bones and stunts growth. This eMedTV Web page provides information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of achondroplasia, as well as statistics on inheriting the disease.
Achondroplasia Facts
This eMedTV article deals with basic achondroplasia facts. Achondroplasia is a bone growth disorder that usually results in dwarfism. No cure exists, but there are treatments available to improve achondroplasia-related conditions like obesity.
Achondroplasia Genetics
This eMedTV Web page explains the role of genetics in achondroplasia. Specifically, this article talks about how the disease can be caused by a mutation in a specific gene or by a parent with the condition passing down the gene to his or her child.
Achondroplasia Location on Chromosome
The cause of achondroplasia is a defect of the FGFR3 gene. As this eMedTV page explains, this protein interacts with specific growth factors. This page describes the gene's "achondroplasia location" on chromosome 4 and its ability to mutate.
Achondroplasia Symptoms Information
Dwarfism, short limbs, enlarged head are some of the common signs and symptoms of achondroplasia. This eMedTV page covers achondroplasia symptoms and other associated problems, such as breathing disorders, obesity, and recurrent ear infections.
Achondroplasia Treatment
This eMedTV segment explains how achondroplasia treatment focuses on managing the symptoms and health conditions that can occur as a result of this growth disorder. Family and social support are important factors in treatment as well.