Generic drug: empagliflozin and metformin extended-release Brand name: Synjardy XR What is Synjardy XR (empagliflozin and metformin extended-release), and how does it work? Synjardy XR (empagliflozin and metformin extended-release) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Synjardy XR may be used alone or with other medications. Synjardy XR belongs …
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Generic drug: axicabtagene ciloleucel Brand name: Yescarta What is Yescarta (axicabtagene ciloleucel), and how does it work? Yescarta (axicabtagene ciloleucel) is a CD19-directed genetically modified autologous T cell immunotherapy indicated for the treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma after two or more lines of systemic therapy, including diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) not otherwise specified, …
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What are traumatic brain injury (TBI) medications? Traumatic brain injury and related conditions, may require diuretics, anticonvulsants, sedatives, antidepressants, muscle relaxers, pain relievers, and stimulants to treat deficits in cognitive functions such as attention, memory, learning and language. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) medications are administered to treat traumatic brain injuries, prevent further (secondary) injury to the brain, and manage adverse …
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Learn about how the hepatitis B surface antibody test works, and how its results indicate immunity to the virus Hepatitis B surface antibodies (anti-HBs or HBsAb) are measured in blood samples in milli-International Units/milliliter mIU/mL). The ranges for hepatitis B surface antibodies are: Anti-HBs greater than 10-12 mIU/mL: Protected against hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection, either from vaccination or successful …
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Generic drug: empagliflozin and metformin Brand name: Synjardy What is Synjardy (empagliflozin and metformin), and how does it work? Synjardy (empagliflozin and metformin) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Synjardy may be used alone or with other medications. Synjardy belongs to a class of drugs called Antidiabetics, Biguanides; Antidiabetics, SGLT2 Inhibitors. It is …
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What causes epiglottis? It is important to differentiate epiglottitis from a less serious condition called croup, which presents with similar symptoms. Epiglottitis is a potentially life-threatening illness characterized by inflammation of the epiglottis, which is a lid-like structure that covers the opening of the windpipe or trachea. What causes epiglottis? The epiglottis works to close the windpipe when swallowing, preventing …
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Generic drug: copanlisib Brand name: Aliqopa What is Aliqopa (copanlisib), and how does it work? Aliqopa is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with follicular lymphoma (FL) when the disease has come back after treatment with at least two prior medicines. What are the side effects of Aliqopa? What are the possible side effects of Aliqopa? Aliqopa can cause …
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Generic drug: givosiran Brand name: Givlaari What is Givlaari (givosiran), and how does it work? Givlaari (givosiran) is an aminolevulinate synthase 1-directed small interfering RNA indicated for the treatment of adults with acute hepatic porphyria (AHP). What are the side effects of Givlaari? Advise patients of the potential risks of Givlaari treatment: Anaphylactic Reaction Inform patients about the risk and …
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Generic drug: generic Brand name: Zelapar What is Zelapar, and how does it work? Zelapar (selegiline hydrochloride) is an enzyme blocker (MAO inhibitor) that works by slowing the breakdown of certain natural substances in the brain (neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin) used together with other medicines to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease. What are the side effects of …
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Generic drug: methylphenidate HCI Brand name: Methylin What is Methylin (methylphenidate HCI), and how does it work? Methylin Oral Solution (methylphenidate HCI) is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Narcolepsy. Methylin Oral Solution may be used alone or with other medications. Methylin Oral Solution belongs to a class of drugs called Stimulants; …
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