105 discussions tagged #healthcare.
I've noticed a lot of drugs that are given via IV come in sodium chloride 0.9% injection rather than plain water. Why is that? Is it just to keep the IV line open or are there other reasons?…
Vistogard 10gm Oral Granules is a medication designed to treat adults and children who have received an overdose of certain cancer medicines, specifically fluorouracil or capecitabine. It wo…
Krintafel 150mg Tablets are a crucial medication for those who have been treated for malaria caused by Plasmodium vivax. This parasite can cause relapses by hiding in the liver, but Krintafe…
Ferrous sulfate, an iron supplement used to treat or prevent iron deficiency anemia, can have a range of side effects. While some are minor and manageable, others can be severe and potential…
I've been using Zinc Oxide 20% Ointment to treat my baby's diaper rash and it seems to work well. I apply it after every diaper change and it forms a protective barrier that keeps moisture a…
I've been hearing a lot about Jivi 1,000 Unit Injection as a game-changer for those with Hemophilia A. It's an antihemophilic factor (recombinant) drug that treats and prevents bleeding by r…
Alprolix has been a game-changer for many with hemophilia B, allowing for fewer injections and better management of bleeding episodes. However, the hefty price tag and potential side effects…
I was diagnosed with high eye pressure and glaucoma, and my doctor prescribed Rhopressa 0.02% Opth Sol 2.5ml eye drops to help manage it. This medication is designed to reduce the pressure i…
Hello everyone, I was prescribed Inderal LA 120mg for my high blood pressure and migraines a few months ago. I wanted to share my experience and see if anyone else has taken this medication.…
Hydromorphone 16mg ER Tablets are an opioid medication used to treat severe, ongoing pain where other pain medicines are insufficient. As an extended-release tablet, it slowly delivers medic…
Naloxone 4mg Inj, 10ml, commonly known as Narcan, is a medication used to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It works by blocking the effects of opioids on the brain, allowin…
I had my first experience with Tetracaine 0.5% eye drops last week. I was preparing for a minor eye examination, and the doctor recommended these drops to numb the area. The drops worked wel…
I was recently diagnosed with a type of brain cancer, and my oncologist prescribed Temozolomide 140mg capsules. This chemotherapy drug works by damaging the DNA of cancer cells to stop them…
I've just been prescribed Alogliptin 6.25mg to help manage my type 2 diabetes. The doctor says it should help control my blood sugar levels, especially after meals. I've read about the side…
I recently started taking Carbamazepine ER 100mg Tablets for my trigeminal neuralgia and I am curious to hear from others who have used this medication. I know it's used for seizures, bipola…
Hello everyone, I'm currently undergoing treatment with Ampicillin-Sulbactam 1.5gm Inj, 1vl for a serious bacterial infection. I've noticed a few side effects and started doing some reading…
Clarithromycin 250mg Tablets are a commonly prescribed antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including those affecting the respiratory tract, skin, and stomach ulcers c…
I was prescribed Cefadroxil 250mg/5ml Susp 100ml for a severe throat infection, and it seemed to do the trick. However, I've been experiencing some side effects that are making me wonder if…
I've been prescribed Glydo 2% Gel to help with a procedure I'm about to go through. It's a topical numbing gel that I've never used before. It's supposed to make the procedure less uncomfort…
I was prescribed Tobramycin 80mg/2ml Inj, 2ml to treat a severe bacterial infection in my lungs. The medication was administered by injection and worked wonders in stopping the growth of bac…