1) Generic Name: Acyclovir Trade Name: Zovirax Classification: Antiviral Usual adult dosage: Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually 2 to 5 times a day. 2 Main Side effects: Nausea, Diarrhea Contraindication: Kidney problems, conditions related to a weakened immune system. Special Instructions: Patients should know that Zovirak is not a cure for herpes. Forms: -Acyclovir cream -Acyclovir hydrocortisone cream -Acyclovir sodium vial -Acyclovir (bulk) 100% powder Indication: Used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses 2) Generic Name: Sprionolactone Trade Name: Aldactone Classification: Diuretic, hypertension Usual adult dosage: An initial daily dosage of 100 mg, but may range from 25 to 200 mg daily. 2 …show more content…
Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of using this medication for your condition. Forms: Tablets only Indication: “Edema due to liver cirrhosis or nephrotic syndrome. Edema in patients with hypokalemia due to other diuretics.” 3) Generic Name: Zithromax Trade Name: Azithromycin Classification: Azithromycin is used to treat certain bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. This medicine may mask or delay the symptoms of syphilis. It is not effective against syphilis infections. Azithromycin belongs to the class of drugs known as macrolide antibiotics. Usual adult dosage: ZITHROMAX (azithromycin for oral suspension) 100 mg/5 mL and 200 mg/5 mL bottles. 2 Main Side effects: vomiting, diarrhea Contraindication: Hypersensitivity Special Instructions: The extended-release suspension (Zmax) is usually taken on an empty stomach (at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal) as a one-time dose. To help you remember to take azithromycin, take it around the same time every day. Forms: • Powder for Suspension •
Instant Release comes in tablets which size from 5 mg, 7.5 mg, 10 mg, 12.5 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, and 30 mg. They are taken 2-3 times a day, with around 4-6 hours in between. Extended release comes in 5 mg, 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 25 mg, or 30 mg capsules. Extended release is taken only once a day, in the morning.
-The patient was having pitting edema and inspiratory rales because the increase of sodium caused an increase of fluid in the vascular system and lungs.
Zuzana Gruenberger was born in Kosice, Czechoslovakia on March 3, 1933. She was the youngest of three children and her most used nickname was Zuzi. Zuzana’s father's occupation was a tailor, and he worked where they lived. When the first Hungarian troops marched into Kosice, Zuzana was five years old. Soon after their arrival the Hungarian troops began to enforce anti-Jewish laws; these laws were said to be welcomed by the Hungarian government.
Imagine being stuck in a chair for five hours while someone transformed your face into some monster. John Matuszak had to tackle that challenge everyday of his acting job in The Goonies. John’s legacy still lives on for a few decades after his death in the role of Sloth. For him, it was nothing compared to his NFL career. John was an amazing defensive end, mostly for the Oakland Raiders. The phrase Renaissance man truly defines John Matuszak.
...is still research to be done, but for now it is up to the individual to decide if he or she is healthy enough to take these products safely or if it is even worth taking,given the long-term effects.
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Furosemide is available in tablets, sublingual tablets, oral suspension, and intravenously. (2) The recommended schedule dose for adults for an initial dose is 20 to 80mg. (3) The same dose as well as higher doses may be administered 6 to 8 hours following the previous dose if needed. (2) When titrating doses it may be raised by 20 to 40mg but not within 6 to 8 hours after the initial dose, and this may continue until the desi...
It is important to remember to take potassium supplements as prescribed by a doctor to avoid adverse effects. Taking them in two to four divided doses with a full glass of water helps reduce stomach irritation. Inform your doctor if you have any medical condition or medicines being taken, which can interact with potassium supplements. Report any signs and symptoms of potassium side effects so that your blood potassium levels may be monitored.
taken for a short time and as prescribed by a doctor, they can be misused (taken in a different
5-HTP is obtained by extracting it from the seeds of a legume called Griffonia simplicifolia, which is found in West Africa. It is recommended to take anywhere from 50mg to 900mg 5-HTP daily, depending on the needs of the individual. It is available in both a capsule or a drink mix. It should be taken between meals (at least 30 minutes before each meal) to prevent its interaction with other amino acids and to ensure its effectiveness.
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Patient takes captopril orally 12.5-50 mg 2-3 times daily. It lowers blood pressure by vasodilating blood vessels, and decreasing excessive water and salt in tissue. Side effects of captopril are hypotension, protein in urine, taste disturbances, hyperkalemia, headache, dry cough. Adverse effects are fever, chills, swelling in the face, hands, or feet, trouble swallowing, and chest pain. More serious adverse effects are allergic reaction and kidney failure. Patient teaching includes to take medication at the same time every day, and take it 1 hour before eating. Patient should report side effect to the doctor
The active ingredient is Terbinafine Hydrochloride. This medicine can be prescribed either orally or in tablet form. The pill is a 250 mg tablet. As prescribed, the prescription is to be taken once a day. The pill is to be taken for twelve weeks for toenail fungus. For fingernail fungus, only take it for six weeks. The side effects of this medication can be serious. This medicine can actually damage the liver. Others include stomach aches, diarrhea, nausea, etc. Overall the side effects aren’t the best thing one can ask for. But they are left with the option of risking the side effects, or having the fungus. For a whole month’s prescription the cost is around thirty dollars; although, they have the generic brand for around four dollars per month. However, you can take this medicine with or without food; just remember that this pill should only be taken once a day.
Amoxicillin comes as a capsule, a tablet, a chewable tablet, a suspension (liquid), and pediatric drops to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 12 hours (twice a day) or every 8 hours (three times a day) with or without food. To help you remember to take amoxicillin, take it around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take amoxicillin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.