What Is the difference between metformin vs. Victoza? Metformin and Victoza (liraglutide) are used for treating type 2 diabetes. Metformin is also used to treat polycystic ovaries and weight gain due to medications used for treating psychoses. Metformin is an oral medication and Victoza is administered by injection under the skin (subcutaneously). Brand names of …
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What’s the difference between Lyrica and hydrocodone? Lyrica (pregabalin) and hydrocodone are both used to treat different types of pain. Lyrica is used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia, and fibromyalgia. Lyrica is also used in combination with other drugs to treat partial onset seizures in adults. Hydrocodone is prescribed for the long-term treatment …
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What’s the difference between Lyrica (pregabalin) vs. Klonopin (clonazepam)? Lyrica (pregabalin) and Klonopin (clonazepam) are used to treat and prevent seizures. Lyrica is also used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy or postherpetic neuralgia, and fibromyalgia. Klonopin is also used to treat panic disorder. Lyrica and Klonopin belong to different drug classes. Lyrica is an anti-epileptic drug …
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What is Mucinex DM? Guaifenesin/dextromethorphan is a combination medication that is an expectorant and cough suppressant. Is Mucinex DM available as a generic drug? Yes Do I need a prescription for Mucinex DM? No What brand names are available for Mucinex DM? Robitussin DM Maximum Strength (liquid), Robitussin DM Maximum Strength (capsules), Mucinex DM, Mucinex DM Maximum Strength, Mucinex Fast-Max …
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What brand names are available for rivastigmine? Exelon, Exelon Patch Is rivastigmine available as a generic drug? GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes Do I need a prescription for rivastigmine? Yes What are the uses for rivastigmine? Exelon and Exelon Patch is used for the treatment of mild to moderate dementia of the Alzheimer's type or mild to moderate dementia associated with Parkinson’s …
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What is esterified estrogens and methyltestosterone, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Esterified estrogens are a mixture of related estrogens. Estrogens, when taken alone or in combination with a progestin, have been shown to reduce the risk for hip fracture due to osteoporosis by 25% as well as the risk of heart attack (myocardial infarction) and stroke by …
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What is esterified estrogens, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Esterified estrogens are a mixture of several estrogens, a type of female hormone. Estrogens cause growth and development of female sex organs and the maintenance of sex characteristics, including growth of underarm and pubic hair and shaping of body contours and skeleton. Estrogens also increase secretions from the …
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What is fluticasone propionate-topical, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Fluticasone propionate is a synthetic (man-made) corticosteroid that is used on the skin (topically). The naturally-occurring corticosteroid is cortisol or hydrocortisone produced by the adrenal gland. Corticosteroids have potent anti-inflammatory actions and also suppress the immune response. Similar drugs include betamethasone dipropionate (Diprolene), clobetasol propionate (Temovate), halobetasol propionate …
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What is hydrocortisone-rectal foam, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Hydrocortisone is a natural corticosteroid produced by the adrenal glands that are located adjacent to the kidneys. Corticosteroids have potent anti-inflammatory properties and are used in a wide variety of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, colitis, asthma, bronchitis, certain skin rashes, and allergic or inflammatory conditions of the …
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What is hydrocortisone, oral, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Hydrocortisone is a naturally-occurring corticosteroid produced by the adrenal glands. Corticosteroids have potent anti-inflammatory properties and are used in a wide variety of inflammatory conditions such as: arthritis, colitis, asthma, bronchitis, certain skin rashes, and allergic or inflammatory conditions of the nose and eyes. There are numerous preparations …
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