For patients and caregivers, understanding clinical progression, diagnostic imaging results, and pharmacological treatment options is vital for managing acute and chronic health conditions.
The statins, also known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, are prescription medications used along with diet and exercise to lower cholesterol. The statins include Lipitor (atorvastatin), Crestor (rosuvastatin), Lescol (fluvastatin), Mevacor or Altoprev (lovastatin), Zocor (simvastatin) and Pravachol (pravastatin).
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Lithium is a prescription medication used for the management of bipolar disorder. It is the most commonly prescribed mood stabilizer to treat both manic and depressive episodes. The drug exerts its action by blocking chemicals in the nerves and muscles that cause the manifestation of bipolar disorder.
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Lisinopril is a prescription medication that belongs to class of medications called the angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, or ACE inhibitors. The drug is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat high blood pressure. It is also used for the treatment of congestive heart failure.
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Cymbalta is the brand name of the antidepressant duloxetine and belongs in the class of drugs called the serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs.
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Claritin, a brand name of loratadine, is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication used for the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergies. It is also used to treat chronic itching of unknown cause. This drug is classified as an antihistamine.
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Nicotine lozenges are an over-the-counter medication used as a nicotine replacement therapy. These lozenges are a smoking cessation aid in either 2mg or 4mg strengths that relieve nicotine withdrawal symptoms. People who have their first cigarette within 30 minutes of waking may prefer the 4mg strength lozenges.
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Ranitidine 150 mg tablets, the generic product of Zantac 150, is an over-the-counter medication used for the relief of heartburn and for the treatment of stomach ulcers. It may also be used for gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, and as a part of the regimen for the treatment of H. pylori infection.
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A normal blood sugar level ranges approximately 60 to 120 mg/dL, states "Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach." Low blood sugar, termed hypoglycemia, is a measurement of less than 60 mg/dL, which is a sugar level that is not adequate to fuel your body.
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The human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, is a virus that is transmitted via the blood and bodily fluids. HIV attacks the CD4+ T cells, which are blood cells that help the body fight diseases and germs.
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High blood pressure medications may cause several side effects in patients. A dry, persistent cough is an adverse event that requires discontinuation of the drug.
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