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Westcort cream is a topical steroid, used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasisa It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.

Important information about Westcort

It is for external use only.
Avoid its contact near the face, eye, underarms and groin areas.
It will not treat a bacterial, fungal or viral skin infection.
Do not bandage the treated area.
Do not use in diaper area.
Do not use in patient with a history of hypersensitivity.
Do not use if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.

How to use?

Apply a thin layer of Westcort cream on the affected area twice a day or as prescribed by your doctor.

Westcort cream side effects

Burning
Itching
Irritation
Dryness
Folliculitis
Hypertrichosis
Acneiform eruptions
Hypo-pigmentation
Perioral dermatitis
Allergic contact dermatitis
Maceration of the skin
Secondary infection
Skin atrophy
Striae
Miliaria
Sleep problems (insomnia)
Weight gain
Puffiness in your face
Feeling tired
Skin redness
Peeling skin
Thinning of your skin
Blistering skin
Stretch marks

This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medication. If you have any questions about Westcort cream, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

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Potassium Chloride is an electrolyte used to prevent or treat the deficiency of potassium caused by certain diseases, severe or prolonged episodes of vomiting or diarrhea, surgery, or other conditions. Potassium is necessary for many functions of the body, especially the beating of the heart. It works by providing potassium when you have low levels of potassium in your blood.

Special Warnings

In patients with impaired mechanisms for excreting potassium, the administration of potassium salts can produce hyperkalemia and cardiac arrest.
Inform your doctor if you:

have kidney disease;
are taking a potassium-sparing diuretic;
have Addison’s disease;
have an ulcer or an intestinal blockage;
have chronic diarrhea;
pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or breastfeeding;
are allergic to any ingredients in Potassium Chloride.

Dosage

Take each dose with a full glass of water.
Take Potassium Chloride with food or milk to lessen stomach upset.
Do not crush, chew, or break the tablets or capsules.
Do not use a salt substitute while taking K-dur as it may lead to excess potassium in your body.

Potassium Chloride Side Effects

Severe Side Effects:

Allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
Confusion
Irregular heartbeat
Unusual fatigue, weakness, or heavy legs
Abdominal pain or severe cramping
Black, bloody, or tarry stools

Common Side Effects:

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal discomfort
Anxiety

This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medication. If you have any questions about Potassium Chloride, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

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Keralac is a debriding agent, used to treat skin conditions such as dry skin (eczema, corns, or calluses) and nail infections. It increases the moisture in the skin, and softness of nails, decreases hyperkeratosis, and exfoliates dead cells to create softer, more supple, skin. It works by helping the breakdown of dead skin and pus, which helps to loosen and shed hard and scaly skin.

Important Information

It is for external use only.
Avoid contact with eyes and broken or irritated skin.
Unless your hands are part of the treated area, always wash your hands before and after using Keralac.
Apply a small amount to the affected area as directed by your doctor. If you get Keralac on any skin that is not part of the treated area, wash it off thoroughly.

Tell your doctor

If you are allergic to Keralac.
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
If you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparations, or dietary supplements.

Keralac Side Effects

Common side effects include;

Stinging
burning
irritation
rashes
itching

Severe side effects, that require immediate medical attention, include;

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue)
Redness
Severe or persistent irritation

This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medication. If you have any questions about Keralac, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

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Navane is an antipsychotic medicine, used for the treatment of schizophrenia with symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, unorganized thoughts, and hostility. It works by lowering levels of dopamine, a neurotransmitter in the brain.

Important information about Navane

Navane may cause tardive dyskinesia, a condition that is marked by involuntary muscle spasms and twitches in the face and body. It can be permanent and appears mostly among the elderly, especially women. It is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Use caution while driving or operating machinery as this medication may cause drowsiness. Avoid alcohol while taking Navane.
Tell your doctor if:

you are allergic to Navane or any other drugs;
you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine;
you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding;
you are having surgery, including dental surgery;
you are suffering from dementia.

Do not use Navane if you have or have had a brain tumor, breast cancer, depression; seizures; shock therapy; asthma; emphysema; chronic bronchitis; problems with your urinary system or prostate; glaucoma; history of alcohol abuse; thyroid problems; bad reaction to insulin; angina; irregular heartbeat; problems with your blood pressure; blood disorders; blood vessel, heart, kidney, liver, or lung disease.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight on your skin as it may become more sensitive to it during treatment.

Navane side effects

Common side effects include:

Tremors
Restlessness or pacing
Fine worm-like tongue movements
Unusual face, mouth, or jaw movements
Shuffling walk
Seizures or convulsions
Fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat
Difficulty urinating or loss of bladder control
Yellowing of the skin or eyes

Rare side effects include:

Disease of the retina of the eye
Blurred vision
Deposit on the eye
Abnormally low blood pressure
Inflammation of the skin caused by an allergy
Skin discoloration
Rash
Difficult or painful urination
Irregular periods
Sexual problems

What is Atrovent (ipratropium)?

Atrovent (ipratropium) is an anti-cholinergic medication that reduces the amount of fluid made by glands in your nose. Anti-cholinergics are a different type of medication than steroids. Anti-cholinergics and steroids work in different ways to treat runny nose and allergies. They may be used together but only after consulting your health professional about their uses.

What does Atrovent nasal spray do?

Atrovent nasal spray relieves runny nose due to colds, seasonal allergies, or other day-to-day uses.

Seasonal allergies in the spring with flower buds and blooming trees cause sneezing, congestion, a runny nose, and other bothersome symptoms in millions of people who have allergies. Also called hay fever and allergic rhinitis, it can make you feel miserable.

You can reduce your symptoms by reducing your exposure to allergens such as only going out after a good rain which dampens the pollens. You should delegate your garden chores to others without these allergies. Remember to remove your outer clothes when you get inside and certainly don’t hang your clothes, linens, and towels outdoors to dry as the pollen will stick to them. It is worthwhile to wear a pollen mask when outside and use a Hepa filter air cleaner in the house.

In addition to these things, it is also helpful to use saline nasal spray to irrigate the nasal passages freeing them of allergens lastly to help with your bothersome symptoms you can use Atrovent nasal spray not to be confused with the Atrovent inhaler used to treat Chronic Obstructive Disease.

How to use Atrovent Nasal Spray?

Atrovent nasal spray is taken as two sprays per nostril, two to four times per day. You should always talk to your healthcare professional to discuss the right dose for you.

How long can you use Atrovent (ipratropium) nasal spray?

For a runny nose due to a cold, use Atrovent for no more than 4 days. For Seasonal allergies, use the Atrovent for no more than three weeks. If you are still having persistent problems, ask your health care professional for advice before automatically continuing its use.

Atrovent nasal spray is not available over the counter and requires a prescription. It is also the only anticholinergic nasal spray on the market.

May be safe for children as young as five years old if recommended by your health care professional.

Atrovent Nasal Spray relieves runny nose due to hay fever and cold. Before using Atrovent nasal spray, tell your doctor about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine; if you are taking blood thinners; if you have stomach problems; if you have peptic ulcers; if you have any other medical conditions like liver or kidney function impairment or heart problems.

How to Use Atrovent?

Prime the pump before the first use by pointing the bottle upright and away from your eyes and spraying it 7 times.
If the pump is not used for more than 24 hours, prime again by spraying 2 times.
If the pump is not used for more than seven days, prime again by spraying 7 sprays.
Before using, blow your nose gently if necessary. Close one nostril by gently placing your finger against the side of your nose. Tilt your head slightly forward and, keeping the bottle upright, insert the nasal tip into the other nostril. Point the tip toward the back and outer side of the nose.
Press firmly and quickly upwards with your thumb at the base of the bottle while holding the white “shoulders” of the pump between your index and middle fingers.
After each spray, sniff deeply and breathe out through your mouth.
After spraying and removing the bottle, tilt your head backward for a few seconds to let the spray spread over the back of the nose. Replace the plastic dust cap after each use.
If the nasal tip becomes clogged, remove the plastic dust cap and safety clip.
Hold the nasal tip under running warm tap water for about a minute. Dry the nasal tip, re-prime the nasal spray pump, and replace the dust cap and safety clip.

Warnings

Keep this medicine away from your eyes. It can cause blurred vision, visual halos, and colors, red eyes, pain, or even narrow-angle glaucoma.

Inform your doctor if you:

Are allergic to any components present in this medicine;
Have an enlarged prostate or urinary bladder obstruction;
Have narrow-angle glaucoma

Side Effects of Atrovent Nasal Spray

Most Severe:

Allergic reaction causing difficulty breathing
Closing of your throat
Swelling of your lips, tongue, or face
Hives
Worsening colitis
Fever
Abdominal pain
Cramping
Bloody diarrhea
Chest pain
Shortness of breath

Most Common:

Blurred vision
Breathlessness
Bronchitis
Cough
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Headache
Irritation from aerosol
Nausea
Nervousness
Rash
Stomach and intestinal upset
Wheezing
Worsening of symptoms
Constipation
Difficulty with coordination
Difficulty in urinating
Drowsiness
Fatigue
Flushing
Hives
Hoarseness
Inability to fall or stay asleep
Increased heart rate
Itching
Low blood pressure
Loss of hair
Mouth sores
Palpitations
Prostate problems
Sharp eye pain
Swelling of the tongue, lips, and face
Tightening of the throat
Tingling sensation
Tremors
Urinary tract infection

Interactions Between Atrovent (ipratropium) nasal spray and other medications

Atrovent nasal spray may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your health care professional know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over–the–counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking.

Storage of Atrovent

Extreme heat can cause the Atrovent canister to burst. Do not store your inhaler in your car on hot days. Do not throw an empty canister into an open flame. Keep the container away from children and pets.

This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medication. If you have any questions about Atrovent, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

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Flagystatin Vaginal Cream: Treating Yeast Infections

Flagystatin vaginal cream is used for the treatment of vaginal infection, urinary tract infections, amebic dysentery, amebic liver abscess; infections of the abdomen, skin, bones and joints, brain, lungs, and heart caused by certain bacteria. It is a mixture of two ingredients, metronidazole and nystatin, both work against bacteria that cause fungal infections in the vagina.
Before using Flagystatin, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding; if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplements; if you have any medical conditions like kidney disease, liver disease, blood disorders, neurological disorders or pancreatic disease.
Not to be used if:

you are allergic to Flagystatin or its ingredients;
you have an underactive thyroid;
you have a history of blood disorders;
you have an inactive neurological disorder; or
inactive adrenal glands.

Dosage

The recommended dose is 1 vaginal insert or 1 full applicator of cream daily inserted deep into the vagina before bedtime, for 10 consecutive days. If you are using the vaginal insert first moisten the vagina with water so that it is easily dissolved.

Flagystatin Side Effects

Most severe:

Seizures
Nerve problems (numbness/abnormal sensations)

Most common:

Headache
Vaginal inflammation
Nausea
Metallic taste in the mouth
Bacterial infection
Flu-like symptoms
Genital itching
Sinus infection
Upper respiratory tract infection
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Sore throat
Abnormal menstruation
Mouth infection
Abnormal urine
Urinary tract infection
Dry mouth

Other:

Transient eosinophilia or neutropenia
Convulsive seizures
Peripheral neuropathy
Vertigo
Incoordination
Ataxia
Confusion
Insomnia
Flushing
Headache
Dryness of the vagina
Dysuria
Darkened urine
Modification of taste of alcoholic beverages
Rash
Pruritus
Palpitation
Chest pain

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Avian influenza is an infection caused by bird flu viruses. Occurring naturally amongst birds (domesticated and wild), the virus is carried in their intestines. Avian influenza is very contagious among birds and can make domesticated birds like chickens, ducks, and turkeys very sick, eventually killing them.

Avian Flu Symptom In Birds

Infection with Influenza viruses causes two forms of disease which can be distinguished by low and high extremes of virulence. Low pathogenic have mild symptoms such as ruffled feathers, a drop in egg production and respiratory signs in birds. High pathogenic kinds spread more rapidly through flocks of poultry.

Avian Flu Symptoms In Humans

The avian influenza virus does not usually infect humans, making the risk factor from “bird flu” generally low to most people. In humans, most cases of avian flu infection have resulted from direct contact with infected poultry (e.g., domesticated chicken, ducks, and turkeys) or surfaces contaminated with secretion/excretions from infected birds.
The symptoms of bird flu in people are similar to that of the regular flu: fever, sore throat, muscle aches, eye infections, pneumonia, and severe coughing and breathing problems.

How To Avoid Bird Flu

In Humans

Stay away from living bird markets and local poultry farms.
Avoid touching surfaces that could have been infected by bird saliva, feces, or urine.
Wash your hands properly after handling your pet bird, cleaning its cage, or after having any contact with your bird’s secretions.

In Pets

Don’t allow your bird to drink or eat from ponds or other places where migrating birds may have flown over.
Keep your pet bird’s cage clean.

Currently, there is no vaccine for the H5N1 virus. At present, medication can only help you fight the Avian flu virus, not prevent contraction. The medication most often recommended by physicians and governments is the antiviral drug, Tamiflu.

C.E.S. is a hormone replacement therapy used to treat symptoms of menopause such as hot flashes, and vaginal dryness, burning, and irritation. It is also used for the prevention of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, and replacement of estrogen in women in the case of ovarian failure or lack of natural estrogen in the body. It can also be used for cancer treatment in women and men.

Special Information about C.E.S

C.E.S. should not be used to prevent heart disease or dementia as it may increase the risk of developing these conditions. Avoid alcohol smoking, and tobacco during the treatment.

Inform your doctor if you:

Have a medical history of asthma, breast lumps, diabetes, seizures, migraine and heart diseases;
Have breast cancer or uterine cancer;
Have liver disease;
Are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding?

C.E.S Side Effects

Most severe:

Allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives)
Unusually fast or slow heartbeats
Chest pain
Severe dizziness or fainting
Moderate or severe swelling of the legs or ankles

Most common:

Breast lumps
Unusual vaginal bleeding
Dizziness and faintness
Changes in speech
Severe headaches
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Pains in your legs
Changes in vision

Other:

Headache
Breast pain
Irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting
Stomach/abdominal cramps
Bloating
Nausea and vomiting
Hair loss
High blood pressure
Liver problems
High blood sugar

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Bumetanide is a loop diuretic and powerful fluid-reducing injection used to treat swelling caused by excess body water and mineral loss associated with heart failure, and kidney and liver disease. It works by forcing the kidney to eliminate sodium, potassium, and water.

Important Information about Bumetanide

Using too much Bumetanide can lead to serious water and mineral loss. Use caution while driving or operating any machinery as it may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness. It may also increase the amount of urine or cause you to urinate more often.
Tell your doctor if you:

Are allergic to any ingredients of Bumetanide.
Have no urine formation
Have severe depletion of blood electrolytes.
Have brain and nervous system problems caused by severe liver disease.
Are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
Are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
Are dehydrated or have had a heart attack or diabetes
Are a habitual user of alcohol.

Bumetanide should not be used in CHILDREN.
Bumetanide may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning.

Bumetanide Side Effects

Dizziness or lightheadedness when sitting up or standing; drowsiness; headache; low blood pressure. Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); confusion; diarrhea; extreme thirst or dry mouth; loss of appetite; muscle cramps; nausea; pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site; rapid or irregular heartbeat; ringing in the ears or hearing loss; stomach cramps; weakness; vomiting.

DoctorSolve Healthcare Solutions Inc., a Canadian Internet-based pharmacy intermediary (license #BC X23), offers low-cost, long-term prescription drugs. A professionally registered pharmacist fills all Canadian prescriptions. A certified member of the Canadian International Pharmacy Association, DoctorSolve is ranked as one of the best Canadian pharmacies online. DoctorSolve has filled more than 200,000 U.S. prescriptions.
For more information on how to order Canada drugs safely and securely call 1-866-732-0305 or visit https://www.doctorsolve.com/ – a trusted and reliable Canadian online pharmacy since 1999.