This page contains links to eMedTV Drugs & Supplements containing information on subjects from Granisetron Transdermal to Ibritumomab. The information is organized alphabetically; the "Favorite Articles" contains the top articles on this page. Links in the box will take you directly to the articles; those same links are available with a short description further down the page.

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Granisetron Transdermal
Granisetron transdermal is commonly used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. This eMedTV Web resource explains how to use the patch, lists potential side effects, and covers what to tell your doctor before using the medication.
Grape Seed Extract
Grape seed extract is used medicinally for several conditions, many related to the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV article explains how the supplement works, explores its effectiveness, lists potential side effects, and more.
Green Tea
Available in the form of beverages and supplements, green tea appears to provide many health benefits. This eMedTV page further explores these benefits, discusses the effectiveness of the tea for various uses, and lists its potential side effects.
Guaifenesin
Guaifenesin is used in many different products to help loosen phlegm and make coughs more productive. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at this drug, with information on the different strengths and forms, safety precautions, side effects, and more.
Guanfacine ER
Guanfacine ER is a medication that helps treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this prescription drug, including information on safety concerns, dosing guidelines, and side effects.
Guarana
Guarana is a plant from the Amazon that is often used as an energy supplement or a weight loss aid. This eMedTV Web page describes guarana in more detail and offers information on its effectiveness, safety, and potential side effects.
H2 Blockers
H2 blockers are used to treat conditions such as gastric ulcers, peptic ulcers, and erosive esophagitis. This eMedTV segment provides an overview of these products and their uses, dosing information, possible side effects, and more.
Halaven
Halaven is a prescription medicine given intravenously (by IV) to treat late-stage breast cancer. This eMedTV library offers a detailed look at this chemotherapy drug, including how it works, when it is used, dosing information, and side effects.
Halcinonide
Halcinonide is prescribed to treat psoriasis, eczema, and various other skin conditions. This eMedTV article describes how this skin medicine works to treat itching and inflammation, discusses dosing guidelines, and lists possible side effects.
Halcion
A healthcare provider may prescribe Halcion for the short-term treatment of insomnia. This eMedTV article covers general information on Halcion, including how it works, potential side effects, and tips on when and how to take the medication.
Haldol
Haldol is a prescription drug that is approved to treat several conditions, such as psychotic disorders. This eMedTV article explains the other uses of Haldol, outlines potential side effects, and offers tips on when and how to take the medication.
HalfLytely and Bisacodyl
If you have an upcoming colonoscopy, your healthcare provider may prescribe HalfLytely and Bisacodyl. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this bowel-prep product, including details on how it works, possible side effects, dosing tips, and more.
Halobetasol
Available only with a prescription, halobetasol is a medicine used to treat a wide variety of skin conditions. This eMedTV page presents an in-depth look at halobetasol, including skin problems it is approved to treat, dosing tips, side effects, and more.
Halog
Halog is a prescription steroid that is applied to the skin to relieve eczema and other skin problems. This eMedTV resource presents an overview of this topical medicine, including how it works, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
Haloperidol
Haloperidol is a prescription medication that is used to treat psychotic disorders and behavior problems. This eMedTV resource offers an overview of haloperidol, including information on its uses, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Havrix
The vaccine Havrix can be used to provide protection against hepatitis A. This eMedTV segment explains how this medication works, when and how it is used, possible side effects to be aware of, and more.
HCA
HCA is a substance often found in diet pills and weight loss supplements. This page from the eMedTV Web site provides a detailed overview on HCA, including information on how it works, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
HCTZ
HCTZ is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat fluid retention and control high blood pressure. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at HCTZ and its effects, potential side effects, and dosage information.
Heather
Available by prescription, Heather is a progestin-only birth control pill. This eMedTV article explains how the pill works and offers a more in-depth look at its effects, safety warnings, dosing information, and potential side effects.
Hecoria
Hecoria is a drug prescribed to prevent organ rejection after a kidney or liver transplant. This eMedTV Web selection presents an overview of this immunosuppressant, with details on dosing instructions, how it works, side effects, and more.
Hepatitis A Vaccine
The hepatitis A vaccine is given as a series of two injections and can protect a person for up to 20 years. This eMedTV page offers detailed information on who should and should not receive the vaccine. A sample vaccination schedule is also included.
Hepatitis B Vaccine
Getting the hepatitis B vaccine is the best way to prevent the disease. This eMedTV Web page explains who should and shouldn't get the vaccine, as well as the typical vaccination schedule for adults and children.
Hepatitis C Combination Therapy
When describing peginterferon and ribavirin therapy, the word "compliance" means a person is consistently taking the drugs as prescribed. This eMedTV website explains why good compliance is critical to destroying the hepatitis C virus.
Herceptin
Herceptin is a medication approved for treating specific kinds of breast or stomach cancer. This part of the eMedTV site offers an in-depth look at Herceptin, including how it works, when it is used, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Hexalen
A prescription chemotherapy drug, Hexalen is approved for minimizing symptoms of ovarian cancer. This eMedTV Web page contains more details on several topics relating to this drug, including how it works, how to take it, and potential side effects.
Hib Vaccine
Since the introduction of conjugate Hib vaccine, the incidence of disease has declined by 98 percent. This eMedTV segment offers a look at the facts and figures pertaining to the vaccine, including information on who should and shouldn't get it.
Hiberix
Hiberix is a childhood vaccine used to prevent a type of bacteria that can cause life-threatening diseases. This eMedTV article further explores the benefits of the product, explains how and when to get vaccinated, and describes how the vaccine works.
Histrelin Implant
The histrelin implant is used to treat advanced prostate cancer in men and precocious puberty in children. This eMedTV page explains how this prescription medicine works, offers dosing information, lists possible side effects, and more.
Hivid
A healthcare provider may prescribe Hivid as part of a treatment plan for HIV or AIDS. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Hivid, explaining how the drug works, possible side effects, and tips for when and how to take the medication.
Hoodia
Hoodia is a weight loss supplement that is available over the counter. This article on the eMedTV Web site explains which products contain it, describes how the herbal supplement works, and discusses its safety and effectiveness.
Hoodia Gordonii
Available without a prescription, hoodia gordonii is an herbal supplement that is used for weight loss. This eMedTV segment describes hoodia in more detail, discusses its safety and effectiveness, and explains what you should know before taking it.
Horizant
Horizant is a prescription drug used to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) and postherpetic neuralgia. This eMedTV article gives a complete overview of this product, with information on side effects, dosing guidelines, generic availability, and more.
Hormone Replacement Therapy
A healthcare provider may recommend hormone replacement therapy to women with menopausal symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses the benefits, risks, and side effects associated with taking hormone replacement therapy.
Horny Goat Weed
Horny goat weed is a plant found in some herbal supplements that are used to treat sexual problems. This eMedTV resource describes how it works, explores the effectiveness of this product, and lists its potential side effects.
HPV Vaccine
The HPV vaccine can prevent several conditions caused by the human papillomavirus. This page from the eMedTV archives also includes information on the typical dosing schedule for the vaccine, possible side effects, and what to do if you miss a dose.
HRT
HRT (hormone replacement therapy) uses estrogen or estrogen with progestin to treat menopausal symptoms. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at the benefits and risks of using this therapy and answers common questions about the treatment.
Humalog
Humalog is a rapid-acting insulin licensed to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes how Humalog works, covers the drug's effectiveness, explains how and when to inject the medication, and lists possible side effects.
Humalog Mix50/50
Humalog Mix50/50 is a prescription drug used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes how Humalog Mix50/50 works, explains when and how to use this form of insulin, and lists potential side effects of the product.
Humalog Mix75/25
Humalog Mix75/25 is a prescription insulin medication used to treat diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes how Humalog Mix75/25 works, explains how to use this form of insulin, lists potential side effects, and covers some general precautions.
Humira
Humira is a prescription drug for inflammatory conditions affecting the joints, spine, and digestive tract. This eMedTV page explains how Humira works, lists possible side effects, and describes what to tell your physician prior to taking the drug.
Humulin 50/50
Humulin 50/50 is a non-prescription drug used to treat type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web resource describes how the medication works, explains when and how to use this form of insulin, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Humulin 70/30
Humulin 70/30 is a non-prescription medication used to control blood sugar in people with diabetes. This eMedTV segment explains how this drug works, lists some of its potential side effects, and offers detailed dosing information.
Humulin N
Available without a prescription, Humulin N is an insulin drug used for diabetes treatment. This eMedTV article describes how Humulin N works, explains how and when to use this form of insulin, and provides a list of possible side effects.
Humulin R
Humulin R is an injectable medication used to treat both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes how Humulin R works, explains how to use this form of insulin, and lists potential side effects that may occur with treatment.
Hycamtin
As a chemotherapy medicine, Hycamtin works to treat lung, ovarian, or cervical cancer. This eMedTV Web page offers a complete overview of this drug, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and safety concerns.
Hycet
Hycet is a prescription pain medication licensed to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. This eMedTV resource explains how Hycet works and offers a more in-depth look at the drug's effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.
Hydrochlorothiazide
Hydrochlorothiazide is a drug that is used to treat fluid retention and high blood pressure. This eMedTV article explains how hydrochlorothiazide works and offers information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Hydrocodone
Hydrocodone is a prescription narcotic drug commonly used as a pain reliever and cough suppressant. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works, lists some of its possible side effects, and explores the abuse potential for this drug.
Hydrocodone Polistirex/Chlorpheniramine Polistirex
Hydrocodone polistirex/chlorpheniramine polistirex is a drug used to treat allergy and cold symptoms. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at this long-acting medication, explaining how it works, dosing guidelines, potential side effects, and more.
Hydrocodone/APAP
Short-term moderate to moderately severe pain can often be treated with hydrocodone/APAP. This eMedTV segment provides an in-depth look at this prescription drug, including its effects, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
Hydrocortisone Butyrate
Hydrocortisone butyrate is prescribed to treat eczema, dermatitis, and various other skin problems. This eMedTV page explains how this medicine works, covers why it may not be safe for some people, and describes the various forms and strengths available.
HydroDIURIL
HydroDIURIL is a drug used to treat high blood pressure and fluid retention. This eMedTV page explains the uses and effects of the medicine and discusses alternatives to it (the medication is no longer manufactured).
Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is a product that has long been used for cleansing wounds. However, as this eMedTV article explains, it may not be as effective as previously thought. This page gives an overview of the product's uses, safety, and side effects.
Hydromorphone ER
Hydromorphone ER is approved for the long-term treatment of pain. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at this prescription narcotic, including information on how it works, when and how to take it, abuse potential, and possible side effects.
Hydroxychloroquine
Hydroxychloroquine is a prescription drug used to treat malaria, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at hydroxychloroquine and its other uses, effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Hydroxycitric Acid
Hydroxycitric acid is a substance often found in diet pills and weight loss supplements. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed overview on the product, including information on how it works, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
Hydroxycut
Hydroxycut is a weight-loss supplement that is available without a prescription. This page on the eMedTV Web site explains which products contain Hydroxycut, describes how the supplement is said to work, and discusses its safety and effectiveness.
Hydroxyprogesterone Caproate
Available as an injection, hydroxyprogesterone caproate is a drug that helps prevent preterm birth. This eMedTV article gives a complete overview of this medication, with details on side effects, safety warnings, effectiveness, and dosing guidelines.
Hydroxyzine
Hydroxyzine is approved for many uses, such as treating itching. This eMedTV segment provides a complete overview of this prescription medication, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and dosing tips.
Hylan G-F 20
Hylan G-F 20 is a viscosupplement approved for treating osteoarthritis of the knee. This eMedTV resource describes how this arthritis treatment works, outlines its benefits, and explains how (and how often) this product is administered.
Hyzaar
Hyzaar is a prescription medicine used to treat high blood pressure. This selection from the eMedTV archives explains how this drug works and offers detailed information on the effects, dosages, and potential side effects of Hyzaar.
Ibandronate
Ibandronate is a medicine that is prescribed to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV resource describes in detail how the drug works, explains when and how it should be taken, and lists possible side effects.
Ibritumomab
Ibritumomab is a drug prescribed to treat cancer that affects the lymph nodes called non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. This eMedTV page presents an overview of this medication, with details on how the drug is given, how it works, potential side effects, and more.

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