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Dangerous Urinary Tract Infections Common in Nursing Homes FRIDAY, June 10, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in nursing home residents can often have serious effects, including delirium, debilitating falls and even fatal blood infections. Now, new research finds the infections are common in nursing homes, often due to a lack of proper prevention. UTIs "can have a devastating impact on frail, debilitated individuals," said Donna Armellino, a nurse and vice president of infection p...
Does DNA Determine Success in Life? WEDNESDAY, June 8, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Your genes may play a part in whether or not you'll enjoy career and financial success, researchers suggest. But, these "success" genes aren't necessarily your destiny. They may play only a small role in your life, and the study wasn't designed to prove that certain genes determine your future, the researchers noted. A previous study found that genetic variants might be linked with levels of education. These variants could t...
Do Big Bottles Kickstart Infant Weight Issues? TUESDAY, June 7, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Feeding babies formula from a big bottle might put them at higher risk for greater-than-normal weight gain and weight-for-length size, a new study suggests. Researchers who assessed 298 babies found bottle size in early infancy is an important factor when measuring for unhealthy weight gain and higher risk for obesity at 6 months of age. "Potentially, they were being overfed," said Dr. Charles Wood, a pediatrician a...
Double Stem Cell Transplant May Help Fight a Childhood Cancer TUESDAY, June 7, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Young children with a rare and often deadly cancer of the nervous system might have a better chance of survival if they receive two stem cell transplants, a new study reports. The double stem cell transplant allows children with neuroblastoma to withstand two rounds of chemotherapy rather than one, improving their odds by killing more cancer cells, said lead researcher Dr. Julie Park. She is a profess...
Drug Duo Cures a Tick-Borne Disease -- in Mice MONDAY, June 6, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Babesiosis is a sometimes serious illness transmitted to humans by ticks. Now, researchers say a two-drug combo seems to have cured the illness in mice. Babesiosis -- transmitted by the same ticks that transmit the bacteria behind Lyme disease -- is caused by the B. microti parasite, which can develop resistance to current treatments. "This is the first radical cure against this parasite," said lead researcher Choukr...
Delays in Spotting Dementia Can Bring Dangers THURSDAY, June 2, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- A delay in diagnosing dementia can put people at risk, a new study suggests. People who have signs of probable dementia but haven't yet been formally diagnosed are nearly twice as likely as those who've been diagnosed to be performing potentially unsafe activities such as cooking, driving, and managing their medications and finances. The study included information from more than 7,600 Americans. All were 65 or older...
Don't Let Bad Food Spoil a Good Barbecue SATURDAY, May 28, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Picnics and barbeques are a big part of Memorial Day weekend, but keeping foods safe to eat at these events can be a challenge. The first step is to wash your hands before and after handling any foods. If you're outdoors and don't have access to soap and water, bring along hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol, recommended Torey Armul, a registered dietitian nutritionist. "Also, remember to regularly c...
Doctors Spot New Vision Problems in Babies Struck by Zika WEDNESDAY, May 25, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- New eye problems in babies born with a Zika-related birth defect have been identified by researchers. The virus is known to cause microcephaly, in which infants are born with a smaller-than-normal head and brain. And previous research has found that one-third of Brazilian babies with microcephaly have eye problems such as ocular lesions, optic nerve abnormalities and chorioretinal atrophy, a withering o...
Direct Antiglobulin Does this test have other names? Direct Coombs test What is this test? The direct antiglobulin test is a blood test used to diagnose a type of anemia caused by your immune system. Your immune system is your body's defense system. It makes proteins called antibodies to attack foreign invaders. In some cases, your immune system can make antibodies against red blood cells. This causes red blood cells to break down, a condition called hemolytic anemia. Why do I need this test? This blood...
Diphtheria Antitoxoid Antibody Does this test have other names? Anti-diphtheria test, DIPH2, DIPO, DIPE What is this test? This test measures the level of diphtheria antibodies in your blood. Diphtheria is a serious infectious disease caused by C. diphtheriae bacteria. Diphtheria affects the respiratory tract. It causes symptoms such as: Sore throat Weakness Nausea Trouble swallowing Trouble breathing Paralysis Heart failure Diphtheria can be fatal if not treated. The disease is very rare in the U.S. be...
Digoxin Drug Level Does this test have other names? Therapeutic digoxin monitoring, dig level What is this test? This test measures the amount of the heart drug digoxin in your blood. Digoxin is a drug that helps your heart pump better when you have an irregular or rapid heartbeat. This heartbeat is often caused by atrial fibrillation. Digoxin may also be given to you if you have congestive heart failure (CHF). When you take digoxin, it's important that the drug be at the right level for you to get the ...
Diabetes Autoantibody Panel Does this test have other names? Islet autoantibodies and diabetes mellitus autoantibody panel What is this test? This blood test checks for substances called antibodies. These are made by your body in response to insulin and other chemicals related to insulin. Your doctor uses this test to find out whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is more common in children, teens, and young adults. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes. It can happen...
Dehydroepiandrosterone and Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate Does this test have other names? DHEA, DHEA-S What is this test? This test measures the level of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate (DHEA-S) in your blood. It may also be used to check how well your adrenal glands are working. DHEA is a hormone made by your adrenal glands and to a lesser degree by the ovaries and testes. DHEA is changed into DHEA-S in your adrenal glands and liver. In both men and women, the sex horm...
Deamidated Gliadin Antibody Does this test have other names? Deamidated gliadin peptide antibodies, DGP, DGP-AGA What is this test? This test looks for the level of deamidated gliadin antibodies (DMG) in your blood. Gliadin is one of the main proteins in gluten. The test is used to help find out whether you have celiac disease, an autoimmune disease. If you have celiac disease, your immune system responds abnormally to gluten, which is mainly found in wheat, barley, and rye products. It's also found in ...
D-Dimer Does this test have other names? Fragment D-dimer, fibrin degradation fragment What is this test? This is a blood test to look for a substance called D-dimer. This test is used to rule out a blood clot. D-dimer is a protein fragment from the break down of a blood clot. Blood clots generally begin to slowly break down after they are formed, and this process releases D-dimer into the blood. Why do I need this test? You may need this test if your health care provider suspects you have a dangerous b...
Direct Bilirubin Does this test have other names? Conjugated bilirubin What is this test? This test looks for bilirubin in your blood or urine. Bilirubin is a substance made when your body breaks down old red blood cells. This is a normal process. Bilirubin is also part of bile, which your liver makes to help digest the food you eat. A small amount of bilirubin in your blood is normal. Healthy adults make 250 to 350 milligrams (mg) of bilirubin each day. Bilirubin that is bound to a certain protein is c...
Diagnosing Anemia in Children Anemia is a common condition in children. About 20 percent of children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with anemia at some point. A child who is anemic does not have enough red blood cells or enough hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a special type of protein that allows red blood cells to carry oxygen to other cells in the body. Click to Enlarge Anemia has three main causes: loss of red blood cells from bleeding; inability to make enough red blood cells; and a medical condition that ...
Defects in Metabolism of Amino Acids: PKU One condition that all newborns in the U.S. are screened for is phenylketonuria (PKU), a metabolic disorder passed down from both parents. Before the simple blood test that checks for PKU became routine, the condition could go undetected long enough to cause severe intellectual disability. Now the disorder can be diagnosed before it leads to any damage. What is PKU? PKU is caused by a defect in a gene known as the PAH gene. This defect changes the way that the a...
Dyskeratosis Congenita in Children What is dyskeratosis congenita? Dyskeratosis congenita is a congenital disease. This means it is present at birth. It affects the skin and nails. In its most severe form, it causes bone marrow failure. When bone marrow doesn't make enough blood cells, it can be life-threatening. Dyskeratosis congenita is a very rare condition. What causes dyskeratosis congenita? In most cases, dyskeratosis congenita is inherited from a parent who carries the gene defect. It is present ...
Diamond Blackfan Anemia (DBA) in Children What is DBA? Diamond Blackfan anemia (DBA) is a rare blood disorder. Children with DBA do not make enough red blood cells—the cells that carry oxygen to all other cells in the body. Blood cells are made in the bone marrow, the spongy insides of long bones. In children with DBA, many of the cells that would have become red blood cells die before they develop. What causes DBA? DBA may be passed down through families. In about half the children with the disorder, a...
Deep Brain Stimulation What is deep brain stimulation? Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a type of therapy that uses electrical stimulation to treat neurological conditions such as Parkinson disease (PD), essential tremor, and multiple sclerosis. DBS can be effective in treating movement problems such as tremors, stiffness, difficulty in walking, and slowed movement. While it does not cure these conditions, DBS can ease symptoms and decrease the amount of medications you need to treat the symptoms, thus i...
Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) What is dementia with Lewy bodies? Dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) is a form of progressive dementia caused by degeneration of the tissues in the brain. More than a million people in the U.S. are affected by DLB, according to the Lewy Body Dementia Association. People with DLB have a buildup of abnormal protein particles called Lewy bodies in their brain tissue. Lewy bodies are also found in the brain tissue of people with Parkinson disease (PD) and Alzheimer disease (AD)...
Developmental Venous Anomalies What are developmental venous anomalies? A developmental venous anomaly (DVA) is an unusual or irregular arrangement of small veins that may look like the spokes of a wheel that drain into a larger central vein. They are benign (not dangerous). DVAs also may be called venous angiomas or benign variations in venous drainage. Some doctors refer to them as caput medusae , a Latin term that means head of Medusa because the clump of veins resembles snakes on the head of the Gre...
Dystonia What is dystonia? Dystonia is a disorder that affects the way your body moves. It causes your muscles to contract, which makes them move involuntarily, or get stuck in an abnormal position. Dystonia can affect your entire body or a certain part. The movements can sometimes cause pain. There are different types of dystonia. Each is identified by which part of your body is affected: Hemidystonia affects a leg and arm on one side of your body. Multifocal dystonia affects at least 2 different parts...
Dietary Changes for Celiac Disease Celiac disease is a disorder that damages your small intestine and keeps it from absorbing the nutrients in food. The damage to your intestinal tract is caused by your immune system's reaction to gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. When you have celiac disease, gluten causes your immune system to damage or destroy villi. These are the tiny, fingerlike tubules that line your small intestine. The villi’s job is to get food nutrients to the blood ...
Disorders of the Immune System Your immune system is your body's defense against infections and other harmful invaders. Without it, illnesses from bacteria or viruses, for example, would be constant. Your immune system is made up of special cells, tissues, and organs that work together to protect you. The Immune System - Click to Enlarge The lymph, or lymphatic, system is a major part of the immune system. It's a network of lymph nodes and vessels. Lymphatic vessels are thin tubes that branch, like bloo...
Dermatomyositis What is dermatomyositis? Dermatomyositis is a rare disease that causes muscle inflammation and skin rash. It’s one of a group of muscle diseases that cause muscle inflammation and swelling. It's different from other muscle diseases because it also causes skin problems. Dermatoyositis is the term used to describe both muscle and skin symptoms. It can occur at any age, but it most often affects adults ages 50 to 70. Women are twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with the disease. Some pe...
Dumping Syndrome After Gastric Bypass Surgery What is dumping syndrome after gastric bypass surgery? Dumping syndrome is a problem for many people who have had gastric bypass surgery. It happens when the solid parts of a meal get “dumped” directly from your stomach into your small intestine without being digested. This can feel uncomfortable and may even lead to malnutrition if not treated. What causes dumping syndrome after gastric bypass surgery? Health care providers don’t really understand why dumpi...
Dealing with Discrimination When You Have HIV We've come a long way in our understanding of HIV and AIDS, but discrimination against people with HIV/AIDS is still rampant. Advances in research have made it possible to live with the disease, as people do with other chronic illnesses. But the greatest challenge for many people is still the stigma that accompanies the illness. You may worry about what others will think about your diagnosis. Or you may fear coming out as gay or bisexual, or as an intravenou...
Dofetilide Oral capsule What is this medicine? DOFETILIDE (doe FET il ide) is an antiarrhythmic drug. It helps make your heart beat regularly. This medicine also helps to slow rapid heartbeats. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take this medicine with or without food. Do not drink grapefruit juice with this medicine. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than dir...
Disopyramide Phosphate Oral capsule What is this medicine? DISOPYRAMIDE (dye soe PEER a mide) is an antiarrhythmic drug. It helps make your heart beat regularly. This medicine also helps to slow rapid heartbeats. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly. This may cause serious, heart-...
Digoxin Solution for injection What is this medicine? DIGOXIN (di JOX in) is used to treat congestive heart failure and heart rhythm problems. How should I use this medicine? The medicine is for injection or infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to y...
Digoxin Oral solution What is this medicine? DIGOXIN (di JOX in) is used to treat congestive heart failure and heart rhythm problems. It increases the strength of the heart muscle, helps to maintain a normal heart rhythm, and helps to remove excess water from the body. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Measure your medicine carefully with the specially marked dropper provided. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take yo...
Diltiazem Hydrochloride Oral tablet What is this medicine? DILTIAZEM (dil TYE a zem) is a calcium-channel blocker. It affects the amount of calcium found in your heart and muscle cells. This relaxes your blood vessels, which can reduce the amount of work the heart has to do. This medicine is used to treat chest pain caused by angina. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine....
DTP Vaccine Suspension for injection What is this medicine? DIPHTHERIA and TETANUS TOXOIDS; PERTUSSIS VACCINE (dif THEER ee uh and TET n us TOK soids; per TUS iss VAK seen) is used to prevent diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis infections. How should I use this medicine? This vaccine is for injection into a muscle. It is given by a health care professional. A copy of Vaccine Information Statements will be given before each vaccination. Read this sheet carefully each time. The sheet may change frequently....
Dronedarone Oral tablet What is this medicine? DRONEDARONE (droe NE da rone) is an antiarrhythmic drug. It helps make your heart beat regularly. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take one tablet with the morning meal and one tablet with the evening meal. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on the advice of your doctor or health care professional. A special MedGuide ...
Dexlansoprazole Oral capsule, extended-release What is this medicine? DEXLANSOPRAZOLE (dex lan SOE pra zole) prevents the production of acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and inflammation of the esophagus. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Swallow the capsules whole with a drink of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not crush or chew. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take more often than direct...
Doxylamine Succinate Oral solution What is this medicine? DOXYLAMINE (dox IL a meen) is an antihistamine. It is used to treat the itchy eyes and throat, runny nose, and sneezing of allergies. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the package or prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medicine. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Talk to yo...
DTPP Vaccine Suspension for injection What is this medicine? DIPHTHERIA TOXOID, TETANUS TOXOID, ACELLULAR PERTUSSIS VACCINE, DTaP; INACTIVATED POLIOVIRUS VACCINE, IPV (dif THEER ee uh TOK soid, TET n us TOK soid, ey SEL yuh ler per TUS iss vak SEEN, DTaP; in ak tuh vey ted poh lee oh vahy ruhs vak SEEN, IPV ) is used to help prevent diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and polio infections. How should I use this medicine? This vaccine is for injection into a muscle. It is given by a health care professional....
Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Oral solution What is this medicine? DEXTROAMPHETAMINE (dex troe am FET a meen) is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It may also be used for narcolepsy. Federal law prohibits giving this medicine to any person other than the person for whom it was prescribed. Do not share this medicine with anyone else. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or contai...
Desvenlafaxine Succinate Oral tablet, extended-release What is this medicine? DESVENLAFAXINE (des VEN la FAX een) is used to treat depression. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a drink of water. Do not crush, cut or chew. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly except upon the advice of your doctor. Stopping this medicine too quickly ...
Doripenem Solution for injection What is this medicine? DORIPENEM (dor i PEN em) is a carbapenem antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection into a vein. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be...
Dasatinib Oral tablet What is this medicine? DASATINIB (da SA ti nib) is a biologic response modifier that targets specific proteins within cancer cells and stops the cancer cells from growing. It is used to treat some kinds of leukemia. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take it with or without food. Do not take with grapefruit juice. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. Take your medicine at re...
Darunavir Oral tablet What is this medicine? DARUNAVIR (da ROON a veer) is an antiretroviral medicine. It is used with other medicines to treat HIV. This medicine is not a cure for HIV. It will not stop the spread of HIV to others. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take this medicine with food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. For your anti-HIV the...
Dextromethorphan, Guaifenesin Oral suspension What is this medicine? DEXTROMETHORPHAN; GUAIFENESIN (dex troe meth OR fan; gwye FEN e sin) is a combination of a cough suppressant and expectorant. It is used for the temporary relief of coughs. This medicine is also used to loosen mucus. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your do...
Double Antibiotic/Corticosteroid Otic drops, solution What is this medicine? HYDROCORTISONE; NEOMYCIN; and POLYMYXIN B (hye droe KOR ti sone; nee oh MYE sin; pol i MIX in B) is used to treat ear infections. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is only for use in the ears. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Clean your ear of any fluid that can be easily removed. Do not insert any object or swab into the ear canal. Gently warm the bottle by holding i...
Disopyramide Phosphate Oral capsule, extended-release What is this medicine? DISOPYRAMIDE (dye soe PEER a mide) is an antiarrhythmic drug. It helps make your heart beat regularly. This medicine also helps to slow rapid heartbeats. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop ta...
Double Antibiotic/Corticosteroid Ophthalmic ointment What is this medicine? DEXAMETHASONE; NEOMYCIN; POLYMYXIN B (dex a METH a sone; nee oh MYE sin; pol i MIX in B) is a combination of a steroid and antibiotics. It helps to reduce swelling, redness, and itching of the eye. It also is used to treat eye infections. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is only for use in the eye. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Wash hands before and after use. Tilt your head back slightly and pull...
Doxycycline Hyclate Gastro-resistant tablet What is this medicine? DOXYCYCLINE (dox i SYE kleen) is a tetracycline antibiotic. It kills certain bacteria or stops their growth. It is used to treat many kinds of infections, like dental, skin, respiratory, and urinary tract infections. It also treats acne, Lyme disease, malaria, and certain sexually transmitted infections. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label...
Donepezil Hydrochloride Oral disintegrating tablet What is this medicine? DONEPEZIL (doe NEP e zil) is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Place the tablet in the mouth and allow it to dissolve, then swallow. While you may take these tablets with water, it is not necessary to do so. You may take this medicine with or without food. Take your doses at regular int...
Dexmethylphenidate Hydrochloride Oral capsule, extended-release What is this medicine? DEXMETHYLPHENIDATE (dex meth ill FEN i date) is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Federal law prohibits the transfer of this medicine to any person other than the person for whom it was prescribed. Do not share this medicine with anyone else. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow whole. Do not cr...
Donepezil Hydrochloride Oral solution What is this medicine? DONEPEZIL (doe NEP e zil) is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure your dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. You may take this medicine with or without food. Take your doses at regular intervals, usually...
Docusate Sodium, Sennosides Oral tablet What is this medicine? DOCUSATE SODIUM; SENNA (doc CUE sayt SOE dee um; SEN na) contains a stool softener and a laxative. It is used to treat constipation. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the label. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this medicine may ...
Daptomycin Solution for injection What is this medicine? DAPTOMYCIN (DAP toe MYE sin) is a lipopeptide antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for infusion into a vein. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. If you get this medicine at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give this medicine. Use exactly as directed....
Desirudin Solution for injection What is this medicine? DESIRUDIN is an anticoagulant. It is used to help prevent blood clots in patients having hip replacement surgery. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection or infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects...
DTPP and Hep B vaccine Suspension for injection What is this medicine? DIPHTHERIA TOXOID, TETANUS TOXOID, ACELLULAR PERTUSSIS VACCINE, DTaP; HEPATITIS B VACCINE, RECOMBINANT; INACTIVATED POLIOVIRUS VACCINE, IPV (dif THEER ee uh TOK soid, TET n us TOK soid, ey SEL yuh ler per TUS iss VAK seen, DTaP; hep uh TAHY tis B VAK seen; in ak tuh vey ted poh lee oh vahy ruhs VAK seen, IPV ) is used to prevent infections of diphtheria, tetanus (lockjaw), pertussis (whooping cough), hepatitis B, and poliovirus. How ...
Duloxetine Oral capsule, gastro-resistant pellets What is this medicine? DULOXETINE (doo LOX e teen) is used to treat depression, anxiety, and different types of chronic pain. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. You can take this medicine with or without food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop takin...
Drotrecogin Alfa Solution for injection What is this medicine? DROTRECOGIN ALFA (droe tre KOE gin AL fa) is used to treat life-threatening sepsis. NOTE: Drotecogin alfa has been withdrawn from the market and is no longer available. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. This medicine is not approved for use in children. W...
Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Oral capsule, extended-release What is this medicine? DEXTROAMPHETAMINE (dex troe am FET a meen) is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It may also be used for narcolepsy. Federal law prohibits giving this medicine to any person other than the person for whom it was prescribed. Do not share this medicine with anyone else. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label....
Dextroamphetamine Sulfate Oral tablet What is this medicine? DEXTROAMPHETAMINE (dex troe am FET a meen) is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It may also be used for narcolepsy. Federal law prohibits giving this medicine to any person other than the person for whom it was prescribed. Do not share this medicine with anyone else. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your medicine...
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