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For people taking Prevacid, side effects may include such things as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and nausea. This eMedTV resource identifies common and rare side effects associated with Prevacid.
Prevacid SoluTab is a delayed-release disintegrating tablet that reduces the amount of acid in the stomach. This eMedTV article looks at how Prevacid SoluTab should be taken, conditions it is used to treat, and some of its common side effects.
Prevalite is a medicine used to treat high cholesterol and itching caused by partial biliary obstruction. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works and offers information on its uses, effects, and dosing guidelines.
Prevalite alternatives may include other bile acid sequestrants or other types of cholesterol medicines. As this eMedTV resource explains, other cholesterol drugs may include statins, fibrates, cholesterol absorption inhibitors, and niacin.
As this page on the eMedTV Web site explains, the connection between Prevalite and pregnancy has not been studied in humans. In pregnant animal studies, however, the drug was shown to potentially cause harm to the fetus.
This eMedTV segment offers Prevalite dosage guidelines and tips for taking the medicine. The suggested starting dose is one packet or one level scoopful once or twice a day, taken at the same time every day with meals.
Potential Prevalite drug interactions may include digoxin, thyroid medicines, and ezetimibe. As this eMedTV article explains, these interactions can cause the drugs to bind in the intestines and decrease their absorption into the body.
Prevalite Precautions and Warnings
The most commonly reported side effect of Prevalite is constipation. This page of the eMedTV library offers other Prevalite precautions and warnings, including other potential side effects that may occur and who should not take the medication.
Common Prevalite side effects may include gas, stomach discomfort, and diarrhea. This eMedTV page also lists serious side effects that require medical attention, as well as rare but possible problems that may occur, such as joint pain or weight loss.
Prevalite uses include the treatment of high cholesterol and itching caused by partial biliary obstruction. This eMedTV article explains these uses in more detail, discusses uses for the drug in children, and describes off-label uses.
To prevent a heart attack, it's important to know the risk factors for heart disease and heart attacks. This eMedTV resource provides information you can use to prevent heart attacks, including information about risk factors and how to manage them.
This eMedTV article provides a detailed look at methods that may prevent Alzheimer's. For example, living a healthy lifestyle and engaging in intellectually stimulating activities may help control risk factors related to the condition.
To prevent botulism in foods, it's important to follow strict hygienic procedures when canning food at home. This eMedTV resource outlines additional recommendations for botulism prevention in foods, infants, and wounds.
This eMedTV page offers tips on ways to prevent chlamydia, such as using condoms, being faithful, and abstaining from sex. By taking steps to help prevent chlamydia, you are also minimizing your risk of developing other sexually transmitted diseases.
Possible ways to prevent Giardia infection discussed in this eMedTV article include practicing good hygiene techniques, avoiding potentially contaminated food and water, and avoiding exposure to feces during sexual activity.
There are many things that you can do to help prevent Raynaud's attacks. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers helpful suggestions that can help minimize attacks, such as keeping warm, controlling stress, and exercising regularly.
Things you can do to prevent syphilis center around making safe choices about sex. This page of the eMedTV library offers tips on syphilis prevention, such as using condoms, being faithful, and abstaining from sex.
A recent study showed that lifestyle changes resulting in a 5 to 7 percent weight loss could delay and possibly prevent type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV article offers ideas for how to prevent type 2 diabetes through diet and exercise.
Airway spasms that occur with asthma or other conditions can be treated and prevented with Proventil. This eMedTV segment provides a brief overview of the drug and includes a link to more information. Preventel is a common misspelling of Proventil.
Airway spasms associated with certain medical conditions can be treated and prevented with Proventil. This eMedTV page briefly explains how the drug works, how it is packaged, and possible side effects. Preventil is a common misspelling of Proventil.
Tips for preventing allergies depend on the cause of the person's allergies (e.g., food, animals, pollen, dust mites). This eMedTV Web page gives detailed recommendations for preventing allergies or minimizing the symptoms they may cause.
Practicing good posture, supporting your back properly, and avoiding heavy lifting can help in preventing back injuries. This section of the eMedTV library includes helpful information about exercise and diet necessary for preventing back injuries.
Preventing Bacterial Vaginosis
As this eMedTV segment explains, preventing bacterial vaginosis includes honest communication with your sexual partner(s) and doctor. Other ways of preventing bacterial vaginosis, such as not douching, are aimed at maintaining the healthy bacteria.
Preventing BV, as this page of the eMedTV website explains, involves such measures as abstaining from sex or practicing safe sex techniques. Other methods of preventing BV include not douching and having regular pelvic exams.
Preventing Cardiovascular Disease
Preventing cardiovascular disease begins with knowing your risk factors. This page of the eMedTV library explores actions you can take to reduce your risk, such as eating right, exercising, and not smoking.
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