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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.
When the retina becomes pulled or lifted from its usual place in the eye, it is called a detached retina. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth look at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of a detached retina.
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.
Diabetes is a chronic disease characterized by the body's inability to convert food into energy. This eMedTV Web page discusses the types, causes, and symptoms of diabetes, and provides information about treatment and prevention of the condition.
Diabetes is a condition characterized by the body's inability to properly convert food into energy. This eMedTV article discusses the different types of diabetes, lists diabetes symptoms, and offers diabetes statistics.
Diabetes insipidus -- a rare disease in which the kidneys stop filtering urine -- can result in excessive urination. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses the types of diabetes insipidus and how this disease differs from diabetes mellitus.
Maintaining a healthy diabetic diet is an essential part of controlling blood glucose levels. This segment of the eMedTV website explains the Diabetes Food Pyramid in detail and offers tips for developing a diabetic diet.
Diabetic retinopathy is the medical term for the most common diabetic eye disease. This page on the eMedTV site discusses this and other forms of diabetic eye disease in detail that affect the retina, vitreous, lens, and optic nerve.