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Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone, sold under the brand name Actos among others, is an anti-diabetic medication used to treat type 2 diabetes.[2] It may be used with metformin, a sulfonylurea, or insulin.[2][3] Use is recommended together with exercise and diet.[3] It is not recommended in type 1 diabetes.[3] It is taken by mouth.[3] Common side effects include headaches, muscle pains, inflammation of the throat, and s...

Risedronate

Risedronic acid, often used as its sodium salt risedronate sodium, is a bisphosphonate. It slows down the cells which break down bone. It's used to treat or prevent osteoporosis, and treat Paget's disease of bone. It is taken by mouth. It was patented in 1984 and approved for medical use in 1998.[1] Contents 1 Pharmacology 2 Society and culture 2.1 Brand names 2.2 Controversies 3 References 4 External links Pharmacology Relative potency[2] Bisphosp...

Dear Sir/Madam, After putting stunt in my heart, I have been given 3 tabs daily. One of them is TONACT20. May I know, What is the right time of taking Tonact 20 daily? Thanks & regards. ## Tonact contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin and is used to help lower cholesterol. Side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. As to when you should take it, this site is not medical professionals, you should follow any instructions you received from your doctor or pharmacist. Have you consulted them on this? ## I am also given this tablet after 2 stents. I also feel headache,dizziness,choking and pain in muscles and joints.

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ace inhepature ## Do you mean the drug Aldactone? Aldactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic used to treat congestive heart failure or high blood pressure. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. ## What Lisa posted is correct, it contains the active ingredient Spironolactone. This is the only diuretic that works safely for me, I have a bottle in the cupboard, because it is my rescue medication, in case I experience fluid retention, again. It can cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, frequent urination, hypotension, and dehydration. Has this been prescribed for you?

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Oxacillin

Oxacillin (trade name Bactocill) is a narrow-spectrum beta-lactam antibiotic of the penicillin class developed by Beecham.[1] It was patented in 1960 and approved for medical use in 1962.[2] Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Contraindications 3 Adverse effects 4 Pharmacology 4.1 Mechanism of Action 5 Chemistry 6 History 7 Society and Culture 7.1 FDA Approval History[3] 7.2 Pricing 8 References Medical uses Oxacillin is a penicillinase-resis...

Hello Doctor!! My mother is 64 years old and obese.We suspected her to be having hernia in the stomach and consulted a Dr and it was ruled out that she does not have hernia but her tummy is sagging and was adviced for Abdominoplasty.We got all the tests done and after the tests the Dr suggested her to take Tonact 20 mg.She is having cholesterol on the border and she is active and all her tests results are good.Please suggest if she can continue to take this medicine as she is already suffering with Diabetes and BP, and is taking Minipress, Losar H etc. Need your expert advice

Metformin + Pioglitazone Hydrochloride

Pioglitazone/metformin, sold under the brand name Actoplus Met among others, is a fixed-dose combination anti-diabetic medication used to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.[3][2] It contains pioglitazone, a thiazolidinedione, and metformin, a biguanide.[2] Contents 1 Mechanisms 2 Indication 3 Dosage and administration 3.1 Use in pregnancy and lactation 3.2 Precautions 4 Side-effects 5 Contraindications 6 Drug interacti...

Pioglitazone Hydrochloride + Metformin Hydrochloride

Pioglitazone/metformin, sold under the brand name Actoplus Met among others, is a fixed-dose combination anti-diabetic medication used to improve glycemic control in adults with type 2 diabetes.[3][2] It contains pioglitazone, a thiazolidinedione, and metformin, a biguanide.[2] Contents 1 Mechanisms 2 Indication 3 Dosage and administration 3.1 Use in pregnancy and lactation 3.2 Precautions 4 Side-effects 5 Contraindications 6 Drug interacti...

I am not a heart patient my doc says prevention is better than cure so fr safer side I am suggested to take one tab daily Tonact 10 mg at bedtime.. Please let me know should I start taking this med? ## Tonact contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, which is usually used to help lower cholesterol. Have you had any test that show you have high cholesterol? These medications can cause some problematic side effects, like nausea, dizziness, headache and joint muscle aches. While your doctor is right, in a way, it isn't advisable to use drug for something, when they aren't needed. You can start now by using your diet and exercise to help lower and control your cholesterol levels, if they aren't high.

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Fentanyl

Fentanyl, also spelled fentanil, is a powerful opioid used as a pain medication and, together with other medications, for anesthesia.[3] It is also used as a recreational drug, sometimes mixed with heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine. Its potentially deadly overdose effects can be neutralized by naloxone.[5] Fentanyl is commonly used to create counterfeit drugs marketed as OxyContin, Xanax, Adderall, and other pills. It has a rapid onset and its effects general...

Does Urbanol includes Lactose? ## From what I can find listed for the name brand's inactive ingredients, it contains Sucrose, not Lactose. It contains the active ingredient Clobazam. Side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, dizziness and irritability. Read more: Do you have any other questions? ## Thanks for the information. My son is on Atkins diet (no glucose is a aloud) and cannot have Lactose as well. Where can i find a copy of the Urbanol drug data paper (patient leaflet)? i need to know the exact composition of the drug.

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yellow round tablet ## Aldactone contains the active ingredient Spironolactone, it is an aldosterone agonist and potassium sparing diuretic that has many medical uses, such as clearing up acne, treating edema and high blood pressure. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, low blood pressure and dehydration. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments?

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Can I use cialis when taking actonal? ## What has your doctor advised? I'm not finding any interactions or problems listed, but this site is not medical professionals, so it is always wise to double check with your doctor or pharmacist.

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This med was giving to me for hair loss, I was told it would regrow my hair. Is this a side effect ? I'm a healthy 50 year black women. On no other medicine. Thank you Thinning Hair ## No, Spironolactone is a diuretic, it reduces the amount of fluid in the body, it will not help regrow hair. Do you mind if I ask who gave it to you for that purpose? ## this medicine was giving to me for acne problems.is it really safe to take?. i am over weight will it help me with what ever exta fluid i have ij the body. ## i am actully a pharmacist i can tell you that spironolactone is effective in reducing any further hair loss and treating acne as both problems are a result of excess androgen levels (male hormone) and the drug has an addition anti-androgenic property so dnt worry. ## I too was pr...

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Haemophilus influenzae type b Conjugate Vaccine

The Haemophilus influenzae type B vaccine, also known as Hib vaccine, is a vaccine used to prevent Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) infection.[2] In countries that include it as a routine vaccine, rates of severe Hib infections have decreased more than 90%.[2] It has therefore resulted in a decrease in the rate of meningitis, pneumonia, and epiglottitis.[2] It is recommended by both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for...

Nitrofurazone

Nitrofurazone (INN, trade name Furacin) is an antimicrobial organic compound belonging to the nitrofuran class.[1] It is most commonly used as a topical antibiotic ointment.[2] It is effective against gram-positive bacteria, gram-negative bacteria, and can be used in the treatment of trypanosomiasis.[1][3][4] Its use in medicine has become less frequent, as safer and more effective products have become availabl...

Hi my son in on antibiotic BACTAM MAY be because of that he has a skin problem he got first little bump then spreded to allover body like very very dry skin HIDROCORTIZON IS NOT WORKING ....LITTLE LITTLE SPOT AND KIND OF SNAKE STYLE GOING ON THE SKIN ## Bactrim contains the active ingredients Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim, it is used to treat various types of infections. Side effects may include: nausea, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Are there any questions or comments?

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Corticotropin, ACTH

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH; also adrenocorticotropin, corticotropin) is a polypeptide tropic hormone produced by and secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.[1] It is also used as a medication and diagnostic agent. ACTH is an important component of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and is often produced in response to biological stress (along with its precursor corticotropin-releasing hormone from the hypothalamus). Its principal effects are increased production ...

hi Doc... i got an attack on last year aug 2010 and i have undergone angioplasty after that i have been suggested to have Clopitab 75MG and Tonact 10 MG i am having these tablets from last 1 year till date are there any side effects of these medicines ## I'm not a doctor, but I can tell you that all medications carry the risk of side effects, even over the counter products. Clopitab contains the active ingredient Clopidogrel, this is used to help prevent clotting. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and increased risk of bleeding. Learn more: Tonact contains the active ingredient Atorvastatin, this is used to help lower cholesterol. Its side effects may include: nausea, headache, dizziness and joint/muscle aches. Learn more: Are there any other questions or com...

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Risedronate Sodium + Calcium Carbonate

Risedronic acid, often used as its sodium salt risedronate sodium, is a bisphosphonate. It slows down the cells which break down bone. It's used to treat or prevent osteoporosis, and treat Paget's disease of bone. It is taken by mouth. It was patented in 1984 and approved for medical use in 1998.[1] Contents 1 Pharmacology 2 Society and culture 2.1 Brand names 2.2 Controversies 3 References 4 External links Pharmacology Relative potency[2] Bisphosp...