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Side Effects of Mucinex
Mucinex is a non-prescription drug that helps get rid of of phlegm from the airways in acute respiratory tract infections, thus relieving congestion and cough. While the medication is effective, it does have some potential side effects.
Viewpoint: Asthma Often Missed in Older Patients
Asthma is often mistaken for a different condition in the elderly, or missed altogether. When it is caught, special care must be taken to manage these patients appropriately.
Activated Charcoal for Staph Infections
Staph infections are commonly caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. Upon entering the bloodstream, staph can cause infections of the intestines, urinary tract, lungs, heart and skin. The results may be minor or more complex, even leading to death. Activated charcoal can be used to absorb bac
Efficacy and Safety of Inhaled Zanamivir
Read about the efficacy of the first specific influenza virus neuraminidase inhibitor with activity against both influenza A and B viruses.
Side Effects of Navelbine
Cancerhelp.org explains that "vinorelbine (Navelbine) is a chemotherapy drug that belongs to the group of drugs called plant alkaloids." Navelbine works by preventing the cancer cells from splitting. Therefore, it stops the growth of the cancer cells. It also kills cancer cells and is used to treat
Causes of Magnesium Deficiency
DietThe most likely cause for magnesium deficiency in people today is a lack of it in their diets. Foods that contain a good amount of magnesium aren't hard to find, though. It's just a matter of working them into your daily routine. Some of these foods are whole wheat flour,...
MRI Black Powder Side Effects
MRI's Black Powder is a popular pre-workout mix that weightlifters use to increase energy, focus and muscle pump, to reduce fatigue and to increase performance in the gym. However, Black Powder can also have side effects. Side effects typically come from one of three sources: caffeine/stimulants, ma
Benefits & Complications of HGH
Human growth hormone injections have documented benefits and complications.injection image by sasha from Fotolia.comHuman growth hormone (HGH) is a substance produced naturally by the pituitary gland that helps children grow normally and heals and maintains body tissues throughout life....
Nicotrol Side Effects
Nicotrol is a brand name for the nicotine drug that is used to stop smoking. The drug is available as a chewing gum, lozenge or skin patch. This medication is used for 12 weeks and can be combined with education, counseling and psychological support. This drug helps cigarette smokers with nicotine w
Natural Alternatives to a Statin
Statins are medications that are sometimes prescribed to treat people with high cholesterol. They block the production of cholesterol in your body while diluting the existing cholesterol so it cannot cause additional blockage to the arteries, that can lead to a heart attack. The blockage...
Lantus Insulin Vs. Novolin N
Diabetes is a condition in which a person's blood sugar level is higher than normal. Novolin N and Lantus are types of insulin used to keep blood sugar within normal limits.
What Doses Does Seroquel Come In?
Seroquel is the brand name of an anti-psychotic drug used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Its generic name is quetiapine, and it is manufactured by Astra Zeneca. Seroquel works by affecting the chemicals in the brain.
Frequency & Causes of Overanticoagulation and Undercoagulation
Despite extensive evaluation, the potential causes remain elusive
How to Get Potassium Iodide
Potassium iodide is a supplement that manufacturers advertise as a way to treat an overactive thyroid in lieu of hormone therapies. It is also used to protect the person against the effects of inhaled or ingested radioactive iodine. You can get potassium iodide from numerous sources, but you should
Is Seroquel Safe?
Seroquel is a medicine that is used to treat bipolar disorder in psychiatric patients. The FDA approved a safety label warning stating that it may cause increased suicidal thoughts or attempts in depressed patients. Depression may worsen and it may need to be stopped if this occurs. However, the FD
Drug Interactions an Increasing Concern in Dermatology
The increasing availability of systemic drugs for the treatment of skin diseases is reflected by an increasing necessity to consider drug interactions
Are Melamine Dishes Safe to Use?
Melamine is a type of chemical used to make certain hard plastic dishes, among many other items. There have been a number of studies and reports in recent years questioning the safety of melamine dishes and other products containing melamine. It is important to understand what melamine is and what
How to Recognize Synthroid Side Effects
This is an article on How to Recognize Synthroid Side Effects.
How to Extract Lavender Oil
The essential oil lavender is extracted from the flowers of the lavender plant--a plant that is native to the Mediterranean, but has spread to other areas of the world. There are several ways to extract the essential oil from the lavender flower. This method uses distillation, which entails the boil
Chia Seed Precautions
Originally from Mexico and cultivated by the Mayans and Aztecs, Chia seeds come from the desert plant Salvia hispanica, commonly known as Chia. As of 2011, farmers grow this plant commercially in Central and South America. The seeds get credit for a variety of medicinal properties. However, ingestin