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clozapine (Clozaril, Fazacio ODT, Versacloz)

clozapine (Clozaril, Fazacio ODT, Versacloz)

What is clozapine, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Clozapine is an anti-psychotic medication that works by blocking receptors in the brain for several neurotransmitters (chemicals that nerves use to communicate with each other) including dopamine type 4 receptors, serotonin type 2 receptors, norepinephrine receptors, acetylcholine receptors, and histamine receptors. Unlike traditional anti-psychotic […]

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Digoxin vs. amiodarone

Digoxin vs. amiodarone

What drugs interact with digoxin and amiodarone? Digoxin Drugs such as gentamicin, tetracycline, ranolazine (Ranexa), verapamil (Calan, Verelan, Verelan PM, Isoptin, Isoptin SR, Covera-HS), quinidine (Quinaglute, Quinide), amiodarone (Cordarone), indomethacin (Indocin, Indocin-SR), alprazolam (Xanax, Xanax XR, Niravam), spironolactone (Aldactone), and itraconazole (Sporanox) can increase digoxin levels and the risk of toxicity. The co-administration of digoxin […]

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Haldol (haloperidol) vs. Ativan (lorazepam)

Haldol (haloperidol) vs. Ativan (lorazepam)

Haldol (haloperidol) vs. Ativan (lorazepam): What’s the difference? Haloperidol and Ativan (lorazepam) are used to treat different types of psychiatric disorders. Haloperidol is used to treat schizophrenia, acute psychosis, and for tics and vocal utterances of Tourette’s syndrome. Ativan is used to manage anxiety disorders, for the short-term relief of symptoms of anxiety or anxiety […]

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Haldol (haloperidol) vs. Abilify (aripiprazole)

Haldol (haloperidol) vs. Abilify (aripiprazole)

Haldol (haloperidol) vs. Abilify (aripiprazole): What’s the difference? Haloperidol and Abilify (aripiprazole) are antipsychotic medications used to treat schizophrenia and Tourette’s syndrome. Haloperidol is also used to treat acute psychosis. Abilify is also used to treat bipolar disorder, irritability associated with autistic disorder, and it is used with other medications to treat major depression in […]

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Penicillin (Antibiotics)

Penicillin (Antibiotics)

Who discovered penicillin? In 1928, Alexander Fleming noted that mold belonging to the genus Penicillium inhibited the growth of bacteria. Fleming called this unknown antibacterial substance penicillin. Ten years later, a group at Oxford University began to investigate penicillin in laboratory mice. Penicillin was hailed as a miracle drug and saved countless lives in World […]

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Health Tip: Causes of Swollen Glands

Health Tip: Causes of Swollen Glands

(HealthDay News) — Swollen glands are part of the body’s reaction to illness or infection, says Cleveland Clinic. Aside from the neck, lymph nodes in the groin, armpits and under the chin can swell, too. Latest Infectious Disease News Illnesses that cause swollen glands include: Visit your doctor if you have swollen glands for no […]

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cefixime (Suprax)

cefixime (Suprax)

What is cefixime, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Cefixime is a semi-synthetic (partially man-made), oral antibiotic in the cephalosporin family of antibiotics. The cephalosporin family includes cephalexin (Keflex), cefaclor (Ceclor), cefuroxime (Zinacef), cefpodoxime (Vantin), cefprozil (Cefzil), and many injectable forms. Like other cephalosporins, cefixime stops bacteria from multiplying by preventing bacteria from […]

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clopidogrel bisulfate (Plavix)

clopidogrel bisulfate (Plavix)

What is the dosage for clopidogrel? Clopidogrel bisulfate usually is taken once daily. It can be taken with or without food. Clopidogrel is activated by enzymes in the liver to its active form. Individuals who have reduced activity of liver enzymes that activate clopidogrel due to liver disease may not adequately respond to clopidogrel. Alternative […]