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Augmentin is a prescription antibiotic that is licensed to treat various types of infections. This eMedTV article discusses Augmentin uses in more detail, describes how the drug works, and explains what you should know before taking the antibiotic.
Autism is a brain disorder that can result in repetitive behavior or narrow, obsessive interests. This eMedTV resource discusses the topics covered on the Autism Health Channel, ranging from causes and symptoms to diagnosis and treatment.
Autism is a developmental disorder that results in impaired thinking, feeling, and social functioning. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at autism, including information about characteristic behaviors, symptoms, and treatment.
Children with autism spectrum disorders have problems with social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of the autism spectrum disorders such as Asperger syndrome.
There are more than 80 types of autoimmune diseases, which include multiple sclerosis and scleroderma. This eMedTV resource discusses autoimmune diseases, which occur when your immune cells mistake your body's cells as invaders and attack them.
In a person who has autoimmune hepatitis, the body's immune system attacks liver cells. This part of the eMedTV archives provides information on who autoimmune hepatitis affects, its common symptoms, and how the disease may be diagnosed and treated.
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
Autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease is a condition that causes cysts to grow in the kidneys. This eMedTV page explains the gene mutation that causes autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, and also discusses symptoms and treatment options.
Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease
Autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease is a rare and often lethal condition. This eMedTV page covers autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease symptoms, treatment options, and diagnosis -- as well as how the disease can cause kidney failure.
Avandamet is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV Web site provides detailed information on Avandamet and its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.
Avandaryl is a prescribed medicine that is used to lower blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV article explains how Avandaryl works to lower blood sugar, lists potential side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
Avandia is a prescription medicine used to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV page explains how Avandia helps your body to use its natural insulin better and outlines some potential side effects of the drug.
Avapro is often prescribed for people with diabetic nephropathy or high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment explains how the drug works and discusses possible side effects, available strengths, and general dosing information.
Avascular necrosis is a condition that develops when blood supply to the bones is cut off -- either temporarily or permanently. This section of the eMedTV archives explains avascular necrosis in detail, including causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Avastin is commonly used in the treatment of specific types of cancer. This segment of the eMedTV archives provides a detailed overview of the drug, including what cancers it treats, how it works, dosing information, side effects, and more.
The avian flu, while rare in humans, is becoming endemic in Asia and Europe, especially the H5N1 strain. This page on the eMedTV website discusses the avian flu in birds and humans, including how it is transmitted and possible vaccines.
Human infection with the avian flu virus is rare, and is often associated with contact with infected birds. This eMedTV article explains the avian flu virus in detail, including the various types and the potential threat posed to humans.
Avian influenza is highly contagious among birds, especially domestic birds, but rarely infects people. This eMedTV article discusses avian influenza in detail, including subtypes, how it is transmitted, and the danger, if any, it poses to people.
Aviane is a combined oral contraceptive, meaning it contains both an estrogen and a progestin. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Aviane, including information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.