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Amphetamine-Dextroamphetamine Extended Release

Amphetamine-dextroamphetamine extended release is a prescription medication that is used to treat ADHD. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this drug, including information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.

Amprenavir

Amprenavir is approved for treating HIV and AIDS, and works by preventing the HIV virus from multiplying. This eMedTV page offers information on the effects of this prescription medicine, dosing tips, general precautions, and potential side effects.

Amrix

Amrix is a long-acting muscle relaxant that is available by prescription only. This page from the eMedTV library explains how Amrix works, describes the effects of the drug, offers general dosing guidelines, and lists side effects that may occur.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a neurological disease that destroys neurons controlling voluntary muscles. This eMedTV Web page takes an in-depth look at this condition, including possible symptoms, treatment options, prognosis, and more.

Anafranil

Anafranil is a prescription medicine that is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This eMedTV article explains how Anafranil works to relieve symptoms of OCD, lists potential side effects, and offers tips on taking the medication.

Anakinra

Anakinra is a prescription medicine that is licensed for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. This eMedTV article explains what you should know before taking anakinra, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.

Anal Bleeding

Infection, hemorrhoids, inflammation, cancer, and ulcers can all cause anal bleeding. This eMedTV resource explores the different types of bleeding, as well as common diagnostic tests (such as endoscopy) and treatment options for this symptom.

Anaprox

Anaprox is a prescription pain reliever that is used to treat pain, fever, and other problems. This eMedTV page explains how the drug works and discusses common side effects of the drug, potential drug interactions, overdose symptoms, and more.

Anastrozole

Anastrozole is a medication licensed to treat postmenopausal women with certain types of breast cancer. This eMedTV page offers a detailed look at the prescription drug, including how it works, when it is used, dosing information, and side effects.

AndroGel

AndroGel is a prescription drug used to treat low testosterone levels in men. This eMedTV Web resource offers an in-depth look at this steroid medication and its uses, including information on how it works, dosing tips, and potential side effects.

Anesthesia

If you've been experiencing cold symptoms and anesthesia will be used in an upcoming surgery, you need to tell your doctor. This eMedTV article explains why cold symptoms and anesthesia don't always mix.

Angeliq

Angeliq is a prescription menopause medicine used to treat night sweats, hot flashes, and vaginal symptoms. This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of Angeliq and its uses, including the drug's effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.

Angina

Angina occurs when the heart is not getting enough oxygen-rich blood for a short time. This section of the eMedTV archives provides an in-depth look at the three types of angina, their symptoms, causes, and treatment options.

Angiogenesis

As this eMedTV page explains, angiogenesis is the formation of new blood vessels. This process plays an important part in the growth and spread of cancer. This article discusses the process in more detail and describes the research aimed at stopping it.

Angioplasty

Angioplasty, a procedure used to open blocked arteries in the heart, is safe and effective in most cases. This eMedTV article discusses this procedure in detail, including information on potential complications and expected results.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

An inflammatory disease, ankylosing spondylitis is a condition that most often affects the lower back. This eMedTV article provides an overview of this disease, including information on its symptoms, causes, and treatment.

Anopheles

The Anopheles mosquito is the only species known to spread malaria. The eMedTV Web page discusses its life cycle in detail, explains how mosquitoes transmit malaria, and measures designed to combat insect biting and control the spread of disease.

Anorexia

Anorexia is an eating disorder characterized by an obsession with one's weight and avoiding food. As this page of the eMedTV archives explains, both men and women develop anorexia. Therapy and medications are often part of an anorexia treatment plan.

Anorexia

Anorexia is an eating disorder characterized by an irrational fear of gaining weight -- even when dangerously thin. As this eMedTV article explains, anorexia can lead to severe health risks, including cardiac arrest, brittle bones, and brain damage.

Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a condition in which a person believes that he or she is fat -- even when very thin. This eMedTV article discusses this eating disorder in detail, including symptoms, associated health risks, and treatment options.