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Insulin And Insulin Resistance Diet

Posted on July 23, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Hormone; antidiabetic agent. How the Insulin Product Works: Insulin, normally produced in the pancreas gland, is the major hormone that regulates glucose (sugar) use in the body. Without insulin, sugar is trapped in the bloodstream and cannot … Continue reading →

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Insulin and Guidelines for its Use

Posted on June 30, 2009 by steve

Read the package inserts of the insulin and understand all aspects of its use . Carefully follow the storage, preparation, and injection techniques taught to you by your doctor or diabetes educator. Participate in a thorough diabetes education program so … Continue reading →

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Parkinsons Disease and The Prescribed Drugs

Posted on May 12, 2009 by steve

Hyoscine is a natural plant product, helpful against tremor and to a lesser extent against rigidity. It causes considerable dryness of the mouth and blurring of vision. Benadryl, an antihistamine, is frequently employed for the control of tremor. It is … Continue reading →

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Metformin and its Side Effects

Posted on April 16, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Oral nonsulfoylurea antidiabetic agent used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus (previously referred to as non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus [NIDDM]). How the Metformin Products Works: Metformin reduces the amount of glucose produced by the liver and … Continue reading →

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Nefazodone Information – Side Effects, Uses and Benefits

Posted on April 10, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Antidepressant; mood elevating agent. How the Nefazodone Product Works: The exact mechanism is unknown. Nefazodone appears to block the uptake of serotonin and norepinephrine (chemicals found in the brain). The effect may take a few weeks to … Continue reading →

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Paroxetine and Its Side Effects

Posted on March 27, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Antidepressant (SSRI); mood-elevating agent. How the Drug Works: The actual antidepressant mechanism of paroxetine is not known. It is presumed that it works by blocking the uptake of serotonin, a chemical found in the brain. Uses Paroxetine … Continue reading →

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Sertraline and its Side Effects

Posted on March 23, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Antidepressant; SSRI; mood-elevating agent. How the Sertraline Works: The actual antidepressant mechanism of sertraline is not known. It is presumed that it works by blocking the uptake of serotonin, a chemical found in the brain. Uses of … Continue reading →

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Sulfonylureas and its Description

Posted on March 12, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Oral antidiabetic agents for use only as an adjunct to diet and exercise in the management of type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus. How the Sulfonylureas Works: The sulfonylurea hypoglycemic agents appear to decrease blood sugar by stimulating … Continue reading →

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Guidelines for Usage Of Teracyclic Compounds

Posted on February 26, 2009 by steve

* Dosage is individualized. Take exactly as prescribed. * Do not stop taking or change the dose unless directed by your doctor. * Maprotiline – May be given as a single daily dose or in divided doses. * Mirtazapine – … Continue reading →

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Tetracyclic Compounds – An Antedepressant Agent

Posted on February 19, 2009 by steve

Type of Drug: Antidepressant; mood-elevating agent. How the Drug Works: The exact mechanism of action is not known. It is believed that tetracyclic antidepressants adjust or balance how the brain and nervous system produce and respond to natural chemicals (neurotransmitters) … Continue reading →

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