Do you lie down at night trying to fall asleep, only to suffer from the burning affects of heartburn? You're not alone. Thousands of people suffer from the painful burning of heartburn, but the pain you feel might not be simple diet related heartburn. In...
Rosiglitazone Maleate (brand name: Avandia) is used by people with Type 2 diabetes to reduce and maintain blood sugar. Your body naturally produces insulin to help transport sugar from your blood stream and into your cells. A common misconception is that people who suffer from...
What is Zocor? ZOCOR (active ingredient - simvastatin) is a prescription drug that helps lower your cholesterol levels, when proper diet and exercise are inadequate. Zocor is also prescribed for patients with coronary heart disease. ZOCOR reduces the risk of: Coronary death Heart attack Stroke Should I take...
How does this medication work? Lamisil (generic name: Terbinafine) is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. Lamisil comes in several forms, including: Tablets Cream Spray Tablets: Each round, white/yellow, uncoated tablet is scored on one side. Lamisil 250 contains terbinafine 250...
Low-dose combined oral contraceptive pills, like Yasmin, are effective and safe. In terms of preventing pregnancy, oral contraceptive pills are much more effective than standard barrier contraceptives like condoms and diaphragms. Taking your pill regularly can help eliminate the risk of unwanted pregnancy. In the past,...
Celecoxib (Brand Name: Celebrex) is a prescription medication that helps relieve the pain and swelling of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Celecoxib is also used to treat pain in adults (strains and sprains) or pain after surgery, primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstrual cramps) and symptoms of ankylosing...
Ultram is an effective pain reliever or analgesic. Ultram's mode of action is very similar to the mode of action of a narcotic, but the potential for abuse and addiction is much less. Unlike narcotics, Ultram does not reduce respiration. It is important to note that...
The cost of brand name medications is often too high for people to afford without a medical plan. Most of the cost associated with brand name pharmaceuticals is associated with the marketing and researching of the drug. A cost-efficient solution is to purchase generic alternatives. After...
Fluoxetine is an antidepressant drug used to treat depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, bulimia, and panic disorder. Fluoxetine sold under the brand names Prozac. Fluoxetine is believed to work by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin, a chemical messenger in the brain. Should I take Fluoxetine? More than 30...
Brand name: Soma Carisoprodol, a muscle relaxant, is used with rest, physical therapy, and other measures to relax muscles and relieve pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, and other muscle injuries. Carisoprodol should NOT be taken for minor aches. How do I take Carisoprodol Take each dose...
Doxycycline (Brand name: Adoxa, Doryx, Periostat, Vibramycin) is used to treat bacterial infections, including pneumonia and other respiratory tract infections (for example, lyme disease, acne and genital infections). Travelers use the medication to prevent malaria. Doxycycline works by preventing the growth and spread of bacteria. Taking Doxycycline The...
Brand Name (Caduet, Norvasc) Why is this medication prescribed? Amlodipine is used to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Amlodipine is a calcium channel blockers that lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to work as hard. Amlodipine...