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norethindrone (Aygestin)

norethindrone (Aygestin)

What is oral norethindrone, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Norethindrone is a man-made progestin used for treating abnormal uterine bleeding and related condtions (such as amenorrhea and endometriosis). Progestins are steroid hormones that have the same effect as progesterone. Norethindrone works by stopping gonadotropin production from the pituitary gland, leading to prevention […]

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Almost Half of Americans Have Been Sleepy Behind the Wheel

Almost Half of Americans Have Been Sleepy Behind the Wheel

Latest Sleep News MONDAY, Oct. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Nearly half of American adults admit that they’ve fought to stay awake while driving, a new survey finds. Of the more than 2,000 respondents, 45% said they’d struggled to remain awake while behind the wheel, while 48% said they’d never driven drowsy, according to the […]

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Pain Twice as Common for Kids With Autism: Study

Pain Twice as Common for Kids With Autism: Study

By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter Latest Neurology News MONDAY, Oct. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Children with an autism spectrum disorder may be twice as likely to experience pain as kids without autism, a new study suggests. “Pain is a common but under-recognized experience for children with autism,” said researcher Danielle Shapiro. She is an assistant […]

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cyproheptadine (Periactin)

cyproheptadine (Periactin)

What is cyproheptadine, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Cyproheptadine (Periactin) is an oral antihistamine used for treating allergic reactions. It works by blocking the effects of histamine and is classified as a first generation antihistamine. Histamine is released by cells of the body during several types of allergic reactions and, to a […]

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Can Medical Pot Ease Mental Ills? Study Says Probably Not

Can Medical Pot Ease Mental Ills? Study Says Probably Not

By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter Latest Mental Health News MONDAY, Oct. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — People struggling with anxiety, depression or other psychiatric problems shouldn’t pin their hopes on medical marijuana, a new review suggests. Dozens of studies involving more than 3,000 people did not provide compelling evidence that medical cannabis can help treat disorders […]

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miconazole, Monistat, M-Zole, Micatin

miconazole, Monistat, M-Zole, Micatin

What is miconazole, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Miconazole is an antifungal medication related to fluconazole (Diflucan), ketoconazole (Nizoral), itraconazole (Sporanox), and clotrimazole (Lotrimin, Mycelex). It is used either on the skin or vaginally for fungal infections. Miconazole was approved by the FDA in 1974. What brand names are available for miconazole? […]

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Vaccine Might Help Prevent Active TB in Those Infected

Vaccine Might Help Prevent Active TB in Those Infected

TUESDAY, Oct. 29, 2019 (HealthDay News) — In what could be a breakthrough against a centuries-old killer, scientists say they’ve had early success with a vaccine tied at preventing active tuberculosis in infected adults. Latest Infectious Disease News The experimental vaccine was tested in Africa and proved 50% effective in preventing the emergence of active […]

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Health Tip: What Your Urine Color May Mean

Health Tip: What Your Urine Color May Mean

(HealthDay News) — Most of the time, your urine should be a pale yellow color, says Harvard Medical School. Though food or medication can change urine’s color, if your urine truly looks abnormal, you should always consult a doctor without delay. Latest Digestion News Harvard Medical School mentions these typical causes of a change in […]

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What Works Best to Treat Depression?

What Works Best to Treat Depression?

By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter Latest Depression News MONDAY, Oct. 28, 2019 (HealthDay News) — “Talk therapy” for depression may cost more than medication initially, but in the long run, both may have a similar payoff, a new study finds. The study estimated the cost-effectiveness of the two treatments. It found that over one year, antidepressants […]

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Health Tip: Cold, Flu or Allergy?

Health Tip: Cold, Flu or Allergy?

(HealthDay News) — Determining if you have a cold, the flu or an allergy can be difficult when you’re having common symptoms, such as sneezing or a sore throat. Latest Cold and Flu News The common symptoms reflect that each condition affects your respiratory system, says the National Institutes of Health. While both colds and […]