Pharmacist-Run Clinic Minimizes Concerns About Teriparatide
Although it carries a black-box warning, this drug is effective in treating osteoporosis, and safety issues can be addressed with pharmacist oversight.
Category : Medications & Drugs : Health & Medical
Effects of Didanosine Formulations on the PK of Amprenavir
Amprenavir is a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) protease inhibitor that, in combination with nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors, is effective in the treatment of HIV infection.
Medication Error Reporting by Community Pharmacists in Vermont
Pharmacists in community settings contribute few reports to voluntary error reporting systems, yet the potential for medication errors to cause harm in outpatient settings is alarming.
Magnetized Iron Sand Separator Features
Magnetic separation is an industrial process that uses a magnetic field to separate magnetic particles from non-magnetic ones. The aim is usually to collect iron ore. The iron sand separator is a cost-effective option for achieving this goal. Iron sand contains iron ore. Iron sand is also called "mi
Is Syrup of Ipecac Harmful?
Syrup of Ipecac is an emetic, a stomach irritant that causes vomiting when ingested. Syrup of Ipecac is used for emergency removal of a swallowed poison. Like any drug or medication, it can be harmful is misused or abused.
Lavender Oil Healing
Lavender traditionally has been used in making perfumes because of its pleasant scent. But this essential oil also has several properties that make it ideal for healing diseases and disorders. Lavender has the ability to relieve pain, treat nervous and respiratory problems, improve blood circulation
What Are the Benefits of Lactobacillus Acidophilus?
Commonly, bacteria are harmful to the human body. However, some bacteria do provide benefits. Lactobacillus acidophilus, a probiotic, is one of those bacteria, playing a key role in digestion and other functions in the body.
Are Nitrate-Free Intervals Really Needed?
Which adjunctive agents have been used with nitrates to reduce tolerance? Do any work?
Evaluation of Cost Savings to a State Medicaid Program
In April 2000 Nebraska Medicaid instituted a cost-minimization program requiring pharmacists to halve 100 mg sertraline (Zoloft -- Pfizer) tablets instead of using the 50 mg tablet for patients taking a 50 mg dose.
Auralgan Side Effects
Auralgan is a prescription medicine that is used for the management of acute otitis media (which is a condition characterized by inflammation of the middle ear). It treats symptoms of this medical condition, which include congestion, pain, and swelling. The medication is also used for the eliminatio
L-Tryptophan Effects
L-tryptophan is an herbal medication used to treat a variety of ailments including insomnia, depression, anxiety, premenstrual syndrome, and ADD. Not all uses of this medication have been approved by the FDA and it may be used in the treatment of other symptoms as well. As with most herbal medicatio
Diabetes and Sudden Cardiac Death
What strategies do diabetes patients require to prevent sudden cardiac death?
Myoplex Side Effects
Myoplex is a diet supplement designed for dedicated exercisers and athletes. It is one of the many supplements designed to give you all of the nutrition needed in easy-to-take doses. Myoplex is primarily a whey-based protein powder that will help you enhance your strength training performance and ov
What Is the Law Concerning Ordering Prescription Drugs From Canada?
According to the U.S. Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, unapproved, adulterated or mislabeled drugs may not enter the United States from other countries, including Canada. Additionally, Canada may not dispense to Americans drugs made in the United States; only American drug manufacturers may import their
Fresh Dandelion Root Side Effects
Dandelion root traditionally has been used to treat ailments including gall-bladder and kidney conditions, joint problems and liver issues. In some cultures, it has been used as a blood purifier. The use of dandelion root is based on tradition and not on scientific studies confirming its effectiven
Neutrophil Recovery in Patients With Breast Cancer
Myelosuppression is a common complication of chemotherapy.
Side Effects of Restylane
The desire to alter the signs of aging must be balanced with the realities of any possible side effects of treatments. When both the risks and rewards of treatment, Restylane included, are known and understood, then the best possible decision can be reached in regards to that treatment. Saying "yeah
What Is the Function of D Ribose?
D-Ribose is the basic backbone of animal RNA, found in all cells in the human body. At the genetic level, it operates as a component necessary for genetic transcription. Containing five carbon atoms, D-Ribose was discovered in the late 1800s. However, it wasn't until the late 20th century that medic
Side Effects of Muscle-Building Protein Powder
There are some weight lifters that like to get an abundance of protein in their bodies every single day. They walk into the gym with shaker in hand and ready for action. Inside it lies one to two scoops of their favorite protein powder, just waiting to be joined by some ice cold water. It is true th