eMedTV Drugs & Supplements A-Z
People who suffer from migraines, epilepsy, or symptoms of mania can often benefit from Depakote ER. This eMedTV segment offers a more in-depth look at this prescription drug and its uses, effects, and dosing guidelines.
Desipramine is a prescription drug that is commonly used for the treatment of depression in adults. This eMedTV page describes desipramine in more detail, including an explanation of how it works and a list of potential side effects that may occur.
This eMedTV page describes desloratadine, a prescription medication that treats seasonal and indoor allergy symptoms, as well as chronic hives and itching. This page also explains how the drug works, dosing information, and overdose symptoms.
Desloratadine and Pseudoephedrine
This eMedTV page examines desloratadine and pseudoephedrine, a combination drug that treats nasal congestion and other hay fever symptoms. This page also provides information on possible side effects and commonly prescribed doses.
Desogen is a type of birth control pill that primarily works by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV Web page discusses how Desogen works, describes when and how to use this pill, and explains what you should know before using this form of contraception.
Desoxyn is a prescription drug used to treat ADHD and obesity. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Desoxyn, including information about some of its side effects and guidelines concerning how and when to best take the medication.
Desvenlafaxine is a prescription medication used for treating depression. This eMedTV Web page describes desvenlafaxine in more detail, including information on its uses, effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.
Desyrel is a medication that is commonly prescribed to treat depression in adults. This section of the eMedTV Web site explains how the drug works and briefly covers its dosing information and possible side effects.
Detrol is a prescription drug that is used to treat overactive bladder symptoms. This page of the eMedTV Web site discusses the drug in greater detail, including in-depth information on its uses, dosing guidelines, potential side effects, and more.
Detrol LA is drug that can be prescribed to treat an overactive bladder. This page on the eMedTV site describes Detrol LA in more detail and offers more information on how it works, its effects, and when and how to take the medication.
Dexedrine is a prescription medication that is used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Dexedrine, including information about some of its side effects and tips concerning how and when to take the medication.
Dexmethylphenidate is a prescription medication used for the treatment of ADHD. This eMedTV resource explains how dexmethylphenidate works and when and how to take it, and also covers dexmethylphenidate strengths, dosing tips, and overdose symptoms.
Dexmethylphenidate Extended Release
Dexmethylphenidate extended-release is a prescription medicine that is approved to treat the symptoms of ADHD. This eMedTV resource explains how the medication works, lists some potential side effects, and gives tips on when and how to take the drug.
Dextroamphetamine is a prescription medicine licensed to treat ADHD and narcolepsy. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at dextroamphetamine, including information about its effects, its side effects, and guidelines for taking it.
DHA supplements may be useful for people with heart disease, high cholesterol, and other conditions. This eMedTV page explains the importance of having DHA as part of your diet, describes how it works, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
DiaBeta is a prescription medicine that is approved to control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how the drug helps the pancreas produce more insulin and outlines some dosing guidelines and potential side effects.
Diastat is a prescription drug that is used in combination with other medications to treat seizures. This eMedTV article discusses the drug in more detail, including information on how it works, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Diazepam is a prescription drug used to treat seizures, muscle spasms, anxiety, and other conditions. This eMedTV article provides more information about the uses and effects of diazepam, and also covers diazepam dosing guidelines and side effects.
Diazepam rectal gel is a drug that is used during increased seizure activity in adults and children. This eMedTV page offers an overview of the medication, including information on how it works, when it is used, and potential side effects.
Diclofenac potassium is a drug licensed to relieve pain, inflammation, and swelling. This eMedTV page lists conditions that can be treated with diclofenac potassium (like osteoarthritis) and discusses its dosing information and potential side effects.
Diclofenac sodium is a prescription drug used to treat symptoms of several types of arthritis. This eMedTV article explains the conditions the drug can treat (such as osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis), side effects, dosing, and strengths.
Diclofenac Sodium Extended Release
Diclofenac sodium extended-release is often used for symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV segment discusses the drug's effects, dosing information, overdose symptoms, available strengths, and more.
Didanosine is typically prescribed to treat the HIV infection and AIDS. This segment of the eMedTV archives highlights how didanosine works, its potential side effects, and suggestions for when and how to take the medication.
Didrex is a prescription weight-loss drug that suppresses the appetite and increases metabolism. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed look at Didrex, including how it works, how to achieve optimum results from it, side effects, and more.
Didronel is a prescription medicine that is used for treating Paget's disease and heterotopic ossification. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at Didronel and its uses, potential side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Dietary supplements may contain vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, or a combination of these ingredients. This page on the eMedTV website explains the definition of dietary supplements and provides information to consider before taking them.
Diethylpropion is a prescription weight loss medicine used for treating obesity. This eMedTV page explains what you should know before taking diethylpropion and offers more details on the drug's effects, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Diflunisal is often prescribed for arthritis symptoms and pain related to bone, muscle, or tendon injury. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works, possible side effects, tips when taking the drug, overdose symptoms, and more.
Dilacor XR is a prescribed drug that relaxes the blood vessels to lower blood pressure and treat chest pain. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Dilacor XR, including some general precautions of the drug, possible side effects, and dosing tips.
Dilantin is a prescription drug used to treat certain types of seizures in people with epilepsy. This eMedTV page further explores the specific uses of Dilantin, offers dosing tips for the drug, and lists side effects that it may potentially cause.
Dilt-CD is a prescription medicine that is used to treat high blood pressure and certain types of angina. This eMedTV segment describes Dilt-CD in more detail and provides a more in-depth look at its uses, effects, and dosing information.
Dilt-XR is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat high blood pressure and certain types of angina. This eMedTV page explains how Dilt-XR works and offers a more in-depth look at the drug's effects, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Diltia XT is a prescribed drug that relaxes the blood vessels to lower blood pressure and treat chest pain. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at Diltia XT, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.
Diltiazem is a drug that is approved to treat high blood pressure and certain types of chest pain. This eMedTV article explains how diltiazem works, describes some potential side effects, and discusses how and when to take the medication.
This eMedTV article outlines Diovan, a prescription drug licensed to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure, as well as help to improve survival following a heart attack. This page covers Diovan uses, dosing, and side effects.
This part of the eMedTV library explores Diovan HCT, a prescription drug licensed to treat high blood pressure in adults. This page explains how Diovan HCT works, how and when to take it, common side effects, and what to do if you overdose.
Dipentum can be used to prevent symptoms of ulcerative colitis in people for whom it is in remission. This eMedTV segment offers a detailed overview of the drug, including how it works, dosing information, possible side effects, and more.
Ditropan is a drug that is approved to treat the symptoms of neurogenic bladder. This eMedTV Web page offers a complete overview of Ditropan, including information on its uses, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
Used to treat overactive bladder symptoms, Ditropan XL is a long-acting medication that is taken once a day. This eMedTV article provides a complete overview of this drug, including how Ditropan XL works and what you can expect during treatment.
Diuril is a drug that is prescribed to treat water retention and high blood pressure. This page on the eMedTV site offers dosing information for Diuril, explains how the medicine works, and provides general warnings and precautions for the drug.
A doctor may recommend divalproex for preventing migraines or treating epilepsy or mania. This eMedTV article describes divalproex in more detail, explains how the drug works, and lists potential side effects of the medication.
Divalproex ER is a prescription drug licensed for treating mania and epilepsy, and for preventing migraines. This eMedTV resource explains how divalproex ER works, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.
Docetaxel is a medicine prescribed for treating various cancers, such as lung, breast, and prostate cancer. This eMedTV segment describes docetaxel uses in more detail, explains how the medication works, and provides general dosing guidelines.
Docosahexaenoic acid is an omega-3 fatty acid that can help with fetal and infant development. This eMedTV segment explores other benefits of docosahexaenoic acid, describes how it works, and explains what you should know before taking the supplement.
Docosanol is a non-prescription drug commonly used to treat symptoms of cold sores and shorten healing time. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at the drug, including how it works, guidelines for those taking it, side effects, and more.
Dolasetron is a drug that is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery. This eMedTV Web page describes how the drug works, offers dolasetron dosing information, and explains what you should know before using the medicine.
Dolobid, which is available by prescription, relieves pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by arthritis. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed look at the drug, including how it works, side effects, dosing information, and strengths.
As this eMedTV article explains, donepezil is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat symptoms of mild, moderate, or severe Alzheimer's disease. This page explains how donepezil works and discusses its effects, dosing information, and side effects.
Doral is a medication that is prescribed to treat insomnia. This article from the eMedTV library describes the effects of Doral, provides general dosing information for the drug, and explains what you should know before taking the sleep medicine.
Dornase alfa is a drug used to improve lung function in people with cystic fibrosis. This eMedTV segment takes an in-depth look at the drug, explaining how it works, possible side effects, tips and precautions for those taking it, and more.
Doxazosin may be prescribed to lower high blood pressure and treat an enlarged prostate. This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at the drug, including how it works, possible side effects, general dosing guidelines, and more.
Doxepin is a medication that can be prescribed for the treatment of anxiety and depression. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at doxepin, including a description of how it works and a list of potential side effects that may occur.
Doxorubicin may be prescribed to treat various types of cancer, including breast cancer and lung cancer. This eMedTV page offers an overview of doxorubicin, noting its effects, the types of cancer that it can treat, and some precautions and warnings.
Doxycycline is an oral antibiotic commonly used for the treatment of bacterial infections. As this eMedTV article explains, the drug is also licensed to treat anthrax infections and acne, and can be used for the prevention of malaria.