Reduction of Propofol-Induced Pain through Pretreatment
Minimising pain on injection of propofol by this combination therapy may influence the patient's perception of quality and acceptability of anaesthesia.
Category : Medications & Drugs : Health & Medical
When Should I Not Take Lexapro?
Lexapro is beneficial for treatment of patients with major depressive disorder or generalized anxiety disorder, but it can have serious side effects or complications when combined with certain other medications. Inform your doctor of all health-related problems and any medications you are taking or
Benefits of Glucosamine & Chondroitin for the Heart
Both glucosamine and chondroitin are popular nutritional supplements, readily available in grocery stores, drug stores and health food stores. Many times glucosomine and chondroitin are paired together to be taken as one pill for convenience, as they work in harmony with each other.The b
Imidapril and Candesartan Cilexetil in Patients with Hypertension
Both ACE inhibitors and ARBs are effective treatments in hypertension. How do these two agents compare?
Good Effects of Steroids
Steroids are synthetic versions of testosterone or molecules derived from testosterone. Their positive effects include medical benefits and performance enhancement, but their use can lead to detrimental side effects.
Toxic Effects of Accutane
Accutane, a brand name for isotretinoin, is a prescription oral medication used to treat acne and some cancers. Because of its potential for side effects, doctors often prescribe it only for severe acne.
What Happens If You Take Strattera & Adderall Together?
Medications for ADHDAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is treated with medications designed to regulate the chemicals in the brain that are not produced in correct amounts. Stimulants such as Adderall XR, an effective but potentially habit-forming drug, are one common...
Essential Oils and Aromatherapy: Worth the Hype?
A look at the evidence for essential oils and aromatherapy.
Side Effects of Cipram
Cipram, also known as citalopram, is a drug that is used to treat those who are suffering from depression. Users may experience a variety of side effects, ranging in severity based on the dose size and duration of use.
Pharmacists' Role in Managing Male Urinary Incontinence
Treatment of male urinary incontinence is dependent on the underlying etiology and the prevailing symptoms. This article presents an overview of both non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic approaches.
Magnesium Oxide and Crohn's Disease
Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammation of the bowels caused by an immune system problem. It causes the body to think harmless bacteria in the intestines are foreign, disease-causing agents and to attack them. LivingwithCrohn'sDisease.com says that untreated Crohn's disease can lead to injury of t
What Are the Side Effects of the Depletion of Estrogen?
Estrogen depletion causes many of the symptoms of menopause.pensive older woman in color image by dav820 from Fotolia.comEstrogen depletion occurs when the body is not producing adequate amounts of the hormone, which happens for a variety of reasons. Many women experience a decline in...
Slippery Elm for Baby Eczema
Eczema is a family of skin conditions that causes the skin to become swollen, irritated, itchy and dry. Eczema is most common in infants and permanently resolves by age three in about half of affected infants, according to MedicineNet.com. Slippery elm can be used as a topical treatment option to pr
About Effexor
Effexor (venlafaxine) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) class drug used to treat depression. It is manufactured by Wyeth and it is currently the sixth-most prescribed medication for depression in the United States.
The Best Food Sources for Absorbable Calcium
To keep your calcium level adequate, you must get it from food, since the body doesn't produce it on its own. Without enough calcium, you are at risk for bone diseases like osteoporosis.
Side Effects of One A Day Vitamins
For many people, taking a One A Day multivitamin has been part of the daily routine for years. And for many others, it is something they plan to get into their lives someday soon. But with all the good that can come from getting the recommended daily amounts of essential vitamins and minerals into y
Librax Information & Side Effects
Librax treats irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), stomach ulcers and intestinal inflammation. It contains two drugs: an anticholinergic and a benzodiazepine. According to the Mayo Clinic, anticholinergics, "relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach, intestines and bladder." Benzodiazepines slow...
Pharmaceutical Care Research and Education Project
Pharmaceutical care, as defined by Hepler and Strand, is 'the responsible provision of drug therapy for the purpose of achieving definite outcomes that improve the patient's quality of life.'