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Nefazodone is a type of antidepressant that is licensed to treat depression in adults. This part of the eMedTV library explains how nefazodone works, describes the effects of the medication, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Nelfinavir is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat HIV and AIDS in both adults and children. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of nelfinavir, explains when and how to take the medicine, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus
Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus occurs when the kidneys are unable to respond to antidiuretic hormone (ADH). This eMedTV resource explains in detail how nephrogenic diabetes insipidus affects the balance of fluids in your body.
Neulasta is a prescription injection used to prevent infections in people undergoing chemotherapy. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of Neulasta, explains how it works, and offers general dosing information for the drug.
Neupogen is a medication that is used to prevent infections due to bone marrow transplant or chemotherapy. This eMedTV article further explains what Neupogen is used for, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing information.
Neurontin is a prescription drug approved to treat both epilepsy and shingles nerve pain. This segment of the eMedTV archives explains in detail how the drug works, how it is administered, possible side effects, and more.
Neurosarcoidosis is a form of sarcoidosis that affects the brain or central nervous system. This page from the eMedTV archives provides a detailed description of neurosarcoidosis, including information on its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Nevirapine is an HIV and AIDS medication that is available by prescription. This section of the eMedTV Web site explains how nevirapine works and provides a more in-depth look at its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Nexium is a medication used to treat conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This eMedTV article discusses other uses of Nexium, explains how the drug reduces acid in the stomach, and describes some of its common side effects.
Niacin extended-release is a prescription drug used to lower cholesterol, triglycerides, and the chance of another heart attack in some people. This eMedTV article covers the dosing, strengths, and possible side effects of this drug.
Niaspan is a prescription drug that lowers cholesterol and triglycerides in people who cannot lower their cholesterol through lifestyle changes alone. This eMedTV page covers Niaspan's uses, how it works, and how and when to take it.
Nicardipine is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure and angina (chest pain). This eMedTV segment provides an overview of nicardipine, including information on the drug's effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.
A healthcare provider may prescribe nicardipine SR to treat high blood pressure. This page from the eMedTV archives explains how nicardipine SR works, lists potential side effects, and offers information on when and how to take the medicine.
Nifediac CC is a type of calcium channel blocker that is prescribed to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV article provides an in-depth look at Nifediac CC, including information on how it works, potential side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Nifedical XL is a prescription medicine used for treating chest pain and high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers a detailed overview of Nifedical XL, including information on how the drug works, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Nifedipine is a calcium channel blocker that is used to treat angina and high blood pressure. This eMedTV resource offers a detailed overview of the drug, including information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Nisoldipine is a medicine that is prescribed for treating high blood pressure. This page from the eMedTV library explains how nisoldipine works, lists potential side effects of the drug, and offers information on when and how to take the medicine.
Nizatidine is a medicine used to treat certain conditions related to the esophagus, stomach, or intestines. This eMedTV article describes the various forms of nizatidine that are available and explains how the drug works to reduce stomach acid.
Nolvadex is a drug that is prescribed to treat and prevent certain types of breast cancer. This eMedTV Web page provides a detailed look at the drug, including how it works to combat the disease, possible side effects, dosing information, and more.
