Monthly Archives: April 2009

How The Drug Works Difenoxin and diphenoxylate, related to the narcotic pain reliever meperidine, act on intestinal tract muscles and slow intestinal motility. Atropine is present to discourage deliberate misuse of these drugs. Uses To relieve diarrhea. Pregnancy: Adequate studies … Continue reading →

How the Drug Works Ovulation predictor kits test for the presence of luteinizing hormone (LH) in the urine. The pituitary gland increases LH production 12 to 16 days before menstruation begins. This “LH surge” causes an ovarian follicle to rupture … Continue reading →