Monthly Archives: July 2007

How Narcotic Pain Relievers works?

Posted on July 30, 2007 by steve

Type of Drug: Narcotic analgesics (pain relievers) How the Drug Works: Narcotic pain relievers relieve pain by dulling the pain perception center of the brain, They may also affect other systems in the body at higher doses, Natural narcotics include … Continue reading →

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Leilptroeme Receptor Antagonists/Formation Inhibitors Information

Posted on July 27, 2007 by steve

Type of Drug: Anti-asthma drug. How the Drug Works: Zileuton inhibits the formation of certain chemicals (leukotrienes) that are responsible for causing some forms of asthma. Montelukast and zafirlukast block the action of certain chemicals (leukotrienes) that are responsible for … Continue reading →

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Precautions to be taken while Using Baclofen Information

Posted on July 24, 2007 by steve

Type of Drug: Skeletal muscle relaxant. How the Baclofen Product Works: Baclofen reduces the frequency and severity of muscle spasms that occur as a result of neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis. Uses of The Baclofen: Tablets: To relieve the … Continue reading →

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Somatropin and Somatropin Information and Facts

Posted on July 19, 2007 by steve

Somatropin & Somatropin: Type of Drug: Growth hormone. How the Somatropin Drug Works: Mimics actions of naturally occuring growth hormone; stimulates growth of bone, tissues, blood cells and internal organs. Uses of The Somatropin: Growth failure associated with chronic kidney … Continue reading →

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Vitamins A and D Drug Information – Uses and Benefits

Posted on July 16, 2007 by steve

Vitamin combinations Uses: Dietary supplement Guidelines for Use: Dosage will be individualized. Do not exceed the recommended dose, unless advised to do so by your doctor. Most people on regular diets do not need vitamin supplements. Capsules – Take with … Continue reading →

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Thrombolytic Agents Information – Drug Interactions

Posted on July 13, 2007 by steve

Blood clot dissolvers How the Drug Works: Thrombolytic agents dissolve blood clots and restore blood circulation to affected body tissue. Uses: To dissolve blood clots, including those blocking coronary arteries in acute heart attacks. Precautions: Alteplase: To help manage acute … Continue reading →

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Dipyridamole Information – Side Effects, Uses and Benefits

Posted on July 11, 2007 by steve

Dipyridamole Information – Drug Interactions Type of Drug: Antiplatelet agent. How the Dipyridamole Products Works: Platelets are components of the blood that aid in clot formation. Blood clots often form on platelets that have clumped together. Dipyridamole helps prevent blood … Continue reading →

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Follitropin Beta Drug – How does Follitropin Beta Works?

Posted on July 6, 2007 by

Follitropin Beta – Some Interactions which Occur Type of Drug: Gonadotropin; hormone that stimulates the ovaries; fertility drug. How the Follitropin Beta Works: Follitropin beta stimulates the ovaries to produce eggs. Uses of The Follitropin Beta: For the induction of … Continue reading →

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