Aimovig is a drug that is used in the preventive treatment of migraine headaches. It has got a unique mechanism of action. Aimovig is the brand name of Erenumab that is available as 70 mg/ml monthly subcutaneous injections. It is primarily indicated to prevent and reduce the severity of migraine headaches in patients who have…
Sitagliptin is a DPP-IV Inhibitor. It is a commonly used diabetes medicine. Sitagliptin side effects are usually mild in nature, however, severe anaphylaxis and pancreatitis have also been reported. For mild sitagliptin side effects, the dose may be reduced, or treatment may be withheld for a few days. However, in cases of severe side effects,…
Miralax is the brand name of Polyethylene Glycol. It is a commonly used drug used to relieve constipation and for bowel preparation before a colonoscopic procedure. Miralax MOA as to how it acts to relieve constipation is discussed here. What is Miralax? Miralax or polyethylene Glycol 3350 is an osmotic laxative. It is available in…
Concerta warnings and serious adverse side effects are highlighted here. Concerta is the brand name of methylphenidate. It is a stimulant drug and associated with serious side effects including sudden death Concerta Warnings Severe Cardiovascular Events associated with methylphenidate: Sudden Death in children and adolescents with preexisting Structural Heart Abnormalities or Other Serious Heart Problems:…
Depakote side effects range from mild to very severe. It results in liver failure, pancreatitis, anemia, and bone marrow failure. Depakote is the brand name of Divalproex sodium or sodium valproate. It is a prescription medication that is used to treat symptoms such as mania, epilepsy, and migraine. You can use Depakote alone or in…
Dicyclomine oral tablets are a prescription drug. This form of the drug is also available as a generic. Generic drugs might not always be in the same form or strength as brand-name products. You can also buy Dicyclomine as a capsule or solution to take by mouth. Only a doctor can give the injection. Dicyclomine Uses:…
Pepcid (Famotidine) is used to treat ulcers of the stomach and intestines and to prevent intestinal ulcers from coming back after they have healed. It is also used to treat certain problems in the stomach and throat (esophagus), such as erosive esophagitis or gastroesophageal acid disease (GERD), Zollinger Ellison syndrome, NSAID-induced Gastritis, and gastroesophageal recurrent…
Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) is a factor Xa inhibitor. It is used to treat and prevent blood clots. In comparison to warfarin, it does not require weekly monitoring of INR. It is also less likely to cause major bleeding such as intracranial bleeding. Xarelto Dosage Forms and Strengths: It is available as a Tablets formulation, administered orally…
Januvia is the brand name of Sitagliptin. It is a prescription medication used to treat Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Januvia can be taken alone or in combination with other medications. Januvia is a member of the Dipeptidyl Peptidase IV Inhibitors class of drugs. Other drugs in the same group include: Vildagliptin (Galvus) Linagliptin (Tradjenta) Saxagliptin…
Buspar is a prescription medication that can be used to treat anxiety disorders. Buspar can be taken alone or in combination with other medications. It is a group of drugs known as Antianxiety Agents. BuSpar is used to treat anxiety disorders or the symptoms of anxiety, such as fear, tension, irritability, dizziness, pounding heartbeat, and other…
