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Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine)

Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine)

What is Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine)? What are the uses of Adderall? Adderall contains amphetamine salts (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine) and is used for treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Amphetamines stimulate the brain by increasing the level of neurotransmitters, dopamine and norepinephrine, in the brain. (Neurotransmitters are chemicals produced by nerves that are released […]

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passion flower (Passiflora incarnata, Apricot Vine, Passion Vine, Water Lemon, and many others)

passion flower (Passiflora incarnata, Apricot Vine, Passion Vine, Water Lemon, and many others)

What is oral passion flower (Passiflora incarnata)? What are the uses for oral passion flower? Passion flower is a plant used for making medicine to treat several conditions. Passion flower may have effects that are similar to benzodiazepines (for example diazepam [Valium]) and monoamine oxidase inhibitors or MAOIs (for example, selegiline). Passion flower has calming, […]

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Packaged Vegetables Recalled by Growers Express

Packaged Vegetables Recalled by Growers Express

TUESDAY, July 2, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Packaged varieties of butternut squash, cauliflower, zucchini and a butternut squash-based veggie bowls have been recalled by Growers Express due to possible listeria contamination. Latest Infectious Disease News Most of the recalled products are labeled with a “Best If Used By” date of June 26- June 29, 2019 […]

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Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims Life of Florida Woman

Flesh-Eating Bacteria Claims Life of Florida Woman

TUESDAY, July 2, 2019 (HealthDay News) — A Florida woman died late last week from flesh-eating bacteria two weeks after cutting her leg while walking along the coast. Latest Infectious Disease News Carolyn “Lynn” Fleming, 77, lived in Ellenton and visited Coquina Beach, near St. Petersburg, on June 14. While wading in the water, she […]

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telmisartan, Micardis

telmisartan, Micardis

What is telmisartan, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Telmisartan is a member of a family of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), which includes losartan (Cozaar), valsartan (Diovan), irbesartan (Avapro), and candesartan (Atacand). Angiotensin, formed in the blood by the action of angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), is a powerful chemical that attaches […]

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metoclopramide, Reglan, Metozolv ODT, (Reglan ODT, Octamide, and Maxolon

metoclopramide, Reglan, Metozolv ODT, (Reglan ODT, Octamide, and Maxolon

What is metoclopramide, and how does it work? Metoclopramide is a “prokinetic” drug that stimulates the muscles of the gastrointestinal tract including the muscles of the lower esophageal sphincter, stomach, and small intestine by interacting with receptors for acetylcholine and dopamine on gastrointestinal muscles and nerves. The lower esophageal sphincter, located between the esophagus and […]

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Soy’s Heart Benefits Hold Steady Over Time, Review Finds

By E.J. MundellHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News MONDAY, July 1, 2019 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration might soon revoke soy‘s longstanding claim to boost cardiovascular health. But now comes long-term research that appears to bolster the notion that soy does indeed do a heart good. Canadian researchers pored over the results […]

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amiodarone, Cordarone, Nextrone, Pacerone

amiodarone, Cordarone, Nextrone, Pacerone

What is the dosage for amiodarone? The recommended dosing schedule is an initial loading dose of 800-1600 mg daily for 1 to 3 weeks, followed by 600-800 mg daily for 1 month, then 400 mg daily for maintenance. Response should be closely monitored and dosing is individualized for each patient. Amiodarone may be administered once […]