What is Fludeoxyglucose and how does it work? Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection (fdg) is a positron emitting radiopharmaceutical used for diagnostic purposes in conjunction with Positron Emission Tomography (PET). It is also used to assist assessment of cancer, coronary artery disease, or epileptic seizures. Fludeoxyglucose F 18 Injection,USP is indicated in PET (positron emission tomography) for: …
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Ectropion of the eyelid is an outward bending or turning of the eyelid margin Ectropion of the eyelid is an outward bending or turning of the eyelid margin (especially the lower eyelid) that results in the displacement of tears It may deteriorate your normal eye functions and may make you uncomfortable. You may have ectropion because of An eye defect …
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The exact cause of RA remains unknown, but several risk factors have been identified. The American College of Rheumatology classifies rheumatoid arthritis into four stages, based on the disease progression and radiologic findings: Stage I (early RA): X-ray does not reveal any critical changes in the bones. Stage II (moderate progression): Radiologic findings reveal minimal destruction of bones and cartilages. …
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What is Odefsey and how does it work? Odefsey is a prescription medicine that is used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus-1 (HIV-1) in adults and children who weigh at least 77 pounds (35 kg): who have not received anti-HIV-1 medicines in the past and who have an amount of HIV-1 in their blood (this is called "viral load") that is …
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LASEK and LASIK are both eye procedures done to correct visual errors. Your eye surgeon will assess your eye condition and examine which can be best for you. Advantages of laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK): It is a quick procedure. In higher myopia (nearsightedness less than -6.00 D), LASIK has better results. It is tolerable to a majority of the …
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What is Evicel and how does it work? Evicel fibrin sealant (human) is indicated as an adjunct to hemostasis for use in patients undergoing surgery when control of bleeding by standard surgical techniques (such as suture, ligature, or cautery) is ineffective or impractical. Evicel is manufactured from pooled human plasma. What are the side effects of Evicel? The most common …
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What is NephrAmine and how does it work? 5.4% NephrAmine (essential amino acid) Injection is amino acids used in conjunction with other measures, to provide nutritional support for patients with uremia (irreversible damage to the kidneys caused by kidney disease), particularly when oral nutrition is infeasible or impractical. What are the side effects of NephrAmine? Common side effects of 5.4% NephrAmine include: …
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What is Trelegy Ellipta and how does it work? What is Trelegy Ellipta and how is it used? Trelegy Ellipta 100/62.5/25 mcg is indicated for the maintenance treatment of patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma in patients aged 18 years and older. Trelegy Ellipta is NOT indicated for the relief of acute bronchospasm. Trelegy Ellipta combines 3 medicines …
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Of all warts, 30% will subside within the first four months of infection. Of all warts, 30% will subside within the first four months of infection. A genital wart is a type of sexually transmitted disease appearing in various sizes and shapes. Some people get a few warts, whereas some get many. The most common signs of genital warts are …
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Facts you should know about migraines and strokes A migraine headache is a type of headache that causes severe, intense, and throbbing pain on one side of the head. A migraine “aura” describes visual, sensory, speech, motor, or other central nervous system symptoms that precede a migraine headache. A stroke or "brain attack" occurs when a blood vessel in the …
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