Category : Medications & Drugs : Health & Medical

Side Effects of Triple C's

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Coricidin Cough and Cold is an over-the-counter cold medication that has a high risk of abuse because of its ingredient dextromethorphan (DXM). Users commonly refer to the tablets as "triple c's," and it is taken in much higher quantities than intended to achieve intoxicating effects, including visu

Adverse Effects of Antiretrovirals in HIV-Infected Pregnant Women

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Is the risk of ARV-related adverse drug reactions increased during pregnancy?

Stomach Problems With Citric Acid

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Citric acid, a prominent ingredient in fruits, processed foods and some medicines, may cause stomach upset or other health problems in some people who cannot tolerate the substance or possibly have allergic reactions to it. In some cases, however, medications containing citric acid can actually reli

The Pharmacist and Influenza

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This handy review tells you what you need to know and what you need to tell patients about influenza.

Side Effects of Adalat

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Adalat is the brand name for the generic drug nifedipine, a calcium channel blocker prescribed to treat high blood pressure and angina. Adalat is associated with numerous side effects, most of which are temporary and not common.

Structure of Methylphenidate

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For years, the condition known as attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has plagued not only patients but physicians as well. Treating the disorder, which is called ADD or ADHD, has proved challenging. The most popular way to alleviate its symptoms is the use of psyc

Side Effects of Aldara

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Aldara is a topical prescription medication that is used for the treatment of various kinds of skin cancers, such as superficial basal cell carcinoma, and growths that are considered precancerous. The medication operates by stimulating the immune system to battle the growths. As with any medication,

Types of Effects Music Has on Dreams

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Throughout the ages, music has been used to produce trance-like or hypnotic stages of the mind. Music has definite effects on the mind. It can also affect the quality of dreams the listener experiences during sleep. Music with short, repetitive patterns can lull the listener into a relaxed state tha

Rhinocort Aqua Side Effects

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Rhinocort Aqua is a nasal spray used to treat issues caused by allergies such as runny nose, itchy eyes and sneezing.

Morphine Vs. Oxycodone Efficacy

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Morphine and oxycodone are two of the medications most widely prescribed for the relief of pain. Both are opioids, analgesics that work by activating opiate receptors on cells throughout the body, particularly in the brain and central-nervous system. While both can bring rapid pain relief, they also

Vitamins That Our Bodies Need

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Your body needs 13 essential vitamins to stay healthy.vitamins image by Wojciech Gajda from Fotolia.comThere are 13 essential vitamins your body needs to stay healthy. These are vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the six B-complex vitamins. Each plays an important role in carrying out basic...

Fungus of the Feet and Nails

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Onychomycosis can take months to treat. Can recurrence be prevented?

What to Use When Planting an Arborvitae on a Large Slope?

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A large slope can be challenging for planting. If the slope is greater than 25 degrees, you will definitely need some extra support and terracing structures to make the planting area level to allow rainwater to penetrate the root area of the tree without running off the slope and washing away soil.