eMedTV Health Topics A-Z
Astelin is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis and vasomotor rhinitis. This eMedTV segment offers dosing information for the drug, explains how it works, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Asthma is a condition brought on by certain triggers, such as smoke and mold, that causes a person to have difficulty breathing. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of asthma, including symptoms, treatments, and prevention tips.
Asthma is a chronic illness in which your airways are inflamed, making it difficult to carry air in and out of the lungs at times. This eMedTV page describes asthma in more detail, including its causes, symptoms, and ways to control the condition.
This eMedTV article describes Atacand and the conditions it is licensed to treat, including high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This page also describes how Atacand works, its possible side effects, and dosing strengths.
Atacand HCT is prescribed to lower blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels and reducing blood volume. This eMedTV article highlights how Atacand HCT works, its potential side effects, and general dosing guidelines.
Ataxia telangiectasia is a rare disease that breaks down the body's immune system. This eMedTV resource explores the causes, diagnosis, and treatments for this condition, as well as the increased cancer risks people with ataxia telangiectasia face.
Atazanavir is a prescription medicine that is commonly used for treating HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV resource further explores how atazanavir works, lists potential side effects of the drug, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.
Atenolol is a prescription drug used to treat several conditions, including high blood pressure and angina. This eMedTV segment further discusses atenolol uses, and also covers the drug's effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.
During an atherectomy, a special pulverizing device is used to clean the arteries in your heart. This eMedTV Web page discusses this procedure in detail, including why it is performed, recovery expectations, and possible complications.
Atherosclerosis, as this eMedTV article explains, is a condition in which plaque buildup causes hardening and narrowing of major arteries. If left untreated, atherosclerosis can lead to serious medical problems, such as a heart attack or stroke.
Ativan is a prescription drug that is used to treat anxiety. This selection from the eMedTV archives offers an in-depth look at Ativan, including information on its uses, side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
Atomoxetine is a drug licensed to treat ADHD. This page on the eMedTV site explores the prescription medicine in detail, noting how it works, when and how to take it, possible side effects, and what to tell your doctor before taking it.
Atopic dermatitis is a noncontagious skin rash that is often made worse by allergens like wool or pet hair. This eMedTV article discusses this form of eczema in detail, including possible causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Atorvastatin calcium (Lipitor) is a prescription drug used to treat high cholesterol and other conditions. This eMedTV resource explains how atorvastatin calcium works and describes its uses, benefits, and potential side effects.
Atrial fibrillation is a condition in which the heart beats irregularly -- it is not a heart attack. This eMedTV article explains atrial fibrillation in detail and provides links to additional information.
Atripla is a prescription HIV and AIDS medication. This eMedTV article describes the various components that are in the combination drug, explains how Atripla works to stop HIV from multiplying, and offers dosing information for the medicine.
Atrovent is a prescribed drug that treats chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or a runny nose. As this eMedTV page explains, Atrovent opens airways and decreases fluid production in the nasal cavity. The page also lists side effects and dosing tips.
Atrovent HFA is a prescription medication that is used to prevent airway spasms caused by COPD. This eMedTV article offers an introduction to the drug, including a discussion on how it works, how to use it, and some side effects it may cause.
Atrovent inhalation solution is a prescription drug that treats breathing problems associated with COPD. This eMedTV page explains how Atrovent inhalation solution works, describes how to use the nebulizer solution, and lists possible side effects.
Atrovent nasal spray may be prescribed to treat a runny nose due to the common cold or allergies. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at Atrovent nasal spray and its effects, precautions and warnings, and dosing information.