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No Amount of Running Is Too Hard on Your Heart

No Amount of Running Is Too Hard on Your Heart

Latest Heart News THURSDAY, July 11, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Ultramarathons are grueling races that typically range anywhere from 30 to 100 miles, but new research suggests that even these distances don’t tax the heart unduly. “The good news is that while experienced runners pushed their heart limits during the ultramarathon, they did not show […]

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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT, Blood Clot in the Legs)

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT, Blood Clot in the Legs)

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) definition and facts There are both superficial and deep veins in the limbs or extremities (arms and legs). A blood clot in the deep veins is a concern because it can cause life-threatening complications. A blood clot (thrombus) in the deep venous system of the leg becomes dangerous if a piece […]

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dobutamine

dobutamine

What is intravenous dobutamine? What is dobutamine used for? Dobutamine is a synthetic catecholamine. Dobutamine injection is indicated when parenteral therapy is necessary for inotropic support in the short-term treatment of adults with cardiac decompensation due to depressed contractility resulting either from organic heart disease or from cardiac surgical procedures. In patients who have atrial […]

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Former NFL Star Tedy Bruschi Recovering From Stroke

Former NFL Star Tedy Bruschi Recovering From Stroke

MONDAY, July 8, 2019 (American Heart Association News) — Former NFL star Tedy Bruschi is recovering after suffering what’s commonly known as a mini stroke. Latest Heart News The 46-year-old three-time Superbowl champion suffered the “transient ischemic attack” — considered a warning sign for a major stroke — on Thursday, according to a statement from […]

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nitroglycerin, Nitro-Bid, Nitro-Dur, Nitrostat, Transderm-Nitro, Minitran, Deponit, Nitrol

nitroglycerin, Nitro-Bid, Nitro-Dur, Nitrostat, Transderm-Nitro, Minitran, Deponit, Nitrol

What is nitroglycerin? Nitroglycerin belongs to a class of drugs called nitrates. Nitroglycerin is used in the management of angina pectoris (heart pain). What brand names are available for nitroglycerin? Nitrostat, Nitromist, Nitroquick, Nitrolingual, Nitro-Dur, Minitran, Nitro-Bid, Nitronol, and others Is nitroglycerin available as a generic drug? Yes (for some dosage forms) Do I need […]

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Small Vessel Disease Leaves Patients Vulnerable to Leg Amputation

Small Vessel Disease Leaves Patients Vulnerable to Leg Amputation

Latest Heart News MONDAY, July 8, 2019 (HealthDay News) — No matter where it occurs in the body, microvascular disease ups the risk of leg amputation, a new study finds. Microvascular disease damages very small blood vessels. Researchers analyzed data from more than 125,000 U.S. veterans who were followed for an average of nine years. […]

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alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)

alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)

What is alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)? What are the uses for alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)? What are the side effects of alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)? What is the dosage for alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)? Which drugs or supplements interact with alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase)? Is alteplase (TPA, Activase, Cathflo Activase) […]

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quinapril (Accupril)

quinapril (Accupril)

What is the dosage for quinapril? The recommended dose for treating high blood pressure is 10-80 mg a day as a single dose or in two doses every 12 hours. Start at 5 to 20 mg daily. The initial dose for heart failure is 5 mg every 12 hours and the maintenance dose is 20 […]