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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder is directly caused by drinking alcohol during pregnancy. This eMedTV page explains the types of the disorder; associated physical, mental, and behavioral issues; and ways to help a child with the condition.
If a women drinks alcohol during pregnancy, her child may be born with fetal alcohol syndrome. This eMedTV resource further describes fetal alcohol syndrome, including its causes, effects, treatment options, and prevalence.
As this eMedTV page explains, fetal distress is a term that has no clear definition but refers to any trouble the baby is having prior to delivery. Fetal distress can be brought on by anything that cuts off the supply of blood or oxygen to the baby.
Fever blisters occur as a result of direct or indirect contact with someone who has an active infection. This eMedTV article describes fever blisters in more detail and explains how the condition can be diagnosed, transmitted, and treated.
Feverfew is an herbal supplement that is most commonly used for preventing migraines. This eMedTV resource explores how feverfew may work, explains what you should know before taking the supplement, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
As this eMedTV article explains, fexofenadine (Allegra) is a prescription antihistamine that is used to treat allergies and chronic hives. The article covers fexofenadine uses, dosages, side effects, and precautions.
Fexofenadine and Pseudoephedrine
Fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine is a medicine that is composed of an antihistamine and decongestant. This eMedTV segment describes the combination drug in more detail, including its effects, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Fibromyalgia is a condition involving muscle pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this condition, including information on its symptoms, treatment options, and possible causes.
Fifth disease is a mild illness that usually occurs in children and is caused by parvovirus B19. This eMedTV Web page explains the history, symptoms, transmission, and treatment of fifth disease, and links to other resources about this condition.
Filgrastim is used to prevent infections in people receiving chemotherapy or bone marrow transplants. This eMedTV segment discusses other filgrastim uses, offers dosing precautions and tips, and explains what you should know before taking the drug.
Finasteride is a medicine that is used to treat male pattern baldness and enlarged prostate. This portion of the eMedTV library offers a more detailed look at finasteride and its uses, potential side effects, and dosing information.
Finasteride (Propecia) is a medication that is licensed for treating male pattern baldness. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers more detailed information on finasteride and its specific uses, effects, and potential side effects.
Finasteride (Proscar) is a prescription drug that is used to treat an enlarged prostate. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at finasteride and its specific uses, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Fish oil supplements contain omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce blood pressure and prevent blood clots. This eMedTV article offers an overview of fish oil, including information on its numerous benefits, possible side effects, and precautions.
Flaxseed is a natural product that is used to lower cholesterol and relieve constipation. This eMedTV article explores other uses for this product, explains why it may provide health benefits, and discusses the safety and effectiveness of flaxseed.
Flaxseed oil is commonly used as a supplement to promote heart health. This page from the eMedTV archives describes how flaxseed oil works, explores the effectiveness of these products, and explains what you should know before trying the supplement.
Flexeril is a drug that is often prescribed to treat muscle spasms due to injuries or other muscle problems. This eMedTV page describes how Flexeril works, explains what you should know before taking the drug, and lists possible side effects.
Flomax is a prescription medication that is used to relieve the symptoms of an enlarged prostate. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this drug, including information on how Flomax works, general dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Flonase is a prescription nasal spray that is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and itching. This eMedTV page describes how Flonase works to treat allergic and non-allergic rhinitis and explains what you should know before using the drug.
Flovent HFA is an inhaler that may be used to prevent asthma attacks. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Flovent HFA, noting in particular how the medicine works, when and how to use it, and some of the side effects associated with it.