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Emend is a drug that can be prescribed to prevent nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy or surgery. This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at Emend, including information on its effects, dosing tips and precautions, and potential side effects.
As this eMedTV page explains, emphysema is a condition characterized by lung damage that is usually caused by prolonged exposure to smoke and other toxins. This page provides an overview of emphysema and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Empty sella syndrome is a condition in which the pituitary gland becomes flattened or shrinks. As this eMedTV article explains, this change in the pituitary gland makes the area of the brain that protects it (the sella turcica) appear empty.
Emsam is a prescription drug that is approved for the treatment of depression. This eMedTV article explains how Emsam works to relieve depression symptoms, and also lists available strengths of Emsam and possible side effects of the drug.
Emtricitabine is prescribed in conjunction with other medications to treat HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at emtricitabine, including how it works, possible side effects, and factors that may affect your dosage.
Emtricitabine and tenofovir is a prescription HIV and AIDS medication. This article from the eMedTV Web site describes the combination drug in more detail, explains how it works, and offers information on when and how to take the medication.
Emtriva is a prescription medicine that is used in the treatment of HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Emtriva, including information on how it works, possible side effects, tips on when and how to take the medication, and more.
Enablex is a prescription drug that is licensed for the treatment of overactive bladder. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers an in-depth look at Enablex, including information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Enalapril is a prescription medicine used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This eMedTV article explains how enalapril works and discusses its effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Enbrel is a prescription drug that treats several inflammatory conditions that affect the joints and skin. This eMedTV article explains how Enbrel relieves the symptoms of these conditions, lists side effects, and covers general dosing guidelines.
Encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain. There are two types of this condition: primary and secondary. This eMedTV article discusses these types in detail and provides an overview of encephalitis and its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Encephalitis lethargica is a disease characterized by fever, delayed physical response, and lethargy. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed description of encephalitis lethargica and includes information on its symptoms and treatment.
Enfuvirtide is typically prescribed to treat HIV infection and AIDS. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an overview on how enfuvirtide works, its potential side effects, and suggestions for when and how to take the medication.
Enjuvia is a prescription medicine that is used to alleviate certain symptoms associated with menopause. This eMedTV resource provides an overview of Enjuvia, including information on how it works, possible side effects, dosing tips, and more.
An enlarged prostate refers to swelling of the prostate gland. As this eMedTV article explains, symptoms of this condition are common in older men and often involve problems with urination. This article describes an enlarged prostate in detail.
Enpresse is a prescription triphasic birth control pill. This eMedTV page describes this form of contraceptive in more detail, explains when and how to take the pill, and lists precautions and warnings you should be aware of before starting Enpresse.
Entacapone is a drug that is often prescribed with carbidopa-levodopa for treating Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of entacapone, explains how it works, and includes dosing information for the medication.
Enteropathic arthritis is a type of arthritis that occurs in people with an inflammatory bowel disease. This eMedTV resource features an overview of enteropathic arthritis, including information about symptoms it may cause and how they are treated.
Entocort EC is a type of prescription steroid that is used to treat Crohn's disease. This selection from the eMedTV Web site describes the effects of Entocort EC, explains how and when to take the drug, and offers dosing information for the medicine.
One of the most common types of childhood cancer, an ependymoma is a brain tumor that forms in the tissues of the brain and spinal cord. This eMedTV article provides a detailed discussion on ependymoma, including symptoms and treatment options.
Ephedra is an herbal product that was a popular weight loss pill until it was banned in the United States. This eMedTV article provides an overview of ephedra, including information on why it was banned, possible side effects, and safety concerns.
Epilepsy is a disorder in which neurons in the brain signal abnormally, resulting in seizures. This eMedTV article describes what you'll learn on eMedTV's Epilepsy Channel, including what causes the disorder and how it can be treated.
A person is said to have epilepsy when he or she has had two or more seizures. As this eMedTV article explains, epilepsy occurs when neurons in the brain signal abnormally. This page offers an overview of this brain disorder.