Understanding the A.M.D. Medication: Uses and Abbreviations Explained
A.M.D. (Age-related A.M.D. is an abbreviation for "Aminomethyl Dihydroxyphenyl Sulfonic Acid," which is a compound used in some medical treatments. However, it is not a widely recognized or commonly used medication name, and specific information about its uses may be li...
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AMD (Aluminum Hydroxide Dried Gel, Magnesium Hydroxide, Dimethylpolysiloxane) is a combination gastrointestinal medication that has antacid properties and helps eliminate gas from the gastrointestinal tract. It is generally taken four times a day, with each dose consisting of one...[Read More] Understanding the A.M.D. Medication: Uses and Abbreviations Explained
Understanding Mesyrel: Uses, Long-term Effects, and Addiction Risks
Mesyrel is a medication used Mesyrel (Mesoridazine) is an antipsychotic medication primarily used to treat schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. Its effects include reducing symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, and agitation. Long-term use of Mesyrel can lead to p...
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Mesyrel selectively inhibits the reuptake of norepinephrine in the brain without producing central nervous system (CNS) stimulating effects. It is used for the treatment of depression, with or without anxiety. Common side effects associated with this class of medication include n...[Read More] Understanding Mesyrel: Uses, Long-term Effects, and Addiction Risks
Understanding Ursodeoxycholic Acid: Benefits and Side Effects for Hepatitis C
Drug efficacy and side effects? Ursodeoxycholic Acid (UDCA) is primarily used to treat certain liver diseases, including primary biliary cholangitis and to dissolve cholesterol gallstones. Its effects include improving liver function tests, reducing liver inflammation, and promot...
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The active ingredient you mentioned is Ursodeoxycholic Acid, marketed under the brand names Ligat and URSO. This medication can promote the excretion of bilirubin and the production of glycogen in the liver, as well as enhance the absorption of vitamins B1 and B2, thereby aiding ...[Read More] Understanding Ursodeoxycholic Acid: Benefits and Side Effects for Hepatitis C
Facial Swelling After Insect Bite: Is It a Drug Allergy?
Facial swelling Hello, My mother was recently stung on the face by an unknown insect in the wild, resulting in severe itching and significant swelling. She visited the hospital, where the doctor prescribed oral medication and a topical ointment. However, after taking one dose o...
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We sincerely apologize that we cannot provide a clear answer regarding your situation. Please visit our clinic, and we will do our utmost to assist you. Thank you.[Read More] Facial Swelling After Insect Bite: Is It a Drug Allergy?
Understanding the Functions and Names of Essential Vitamins and Nutrients
Medication Vitamin A (palmitate)......3000 I.U. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid).....150,000 mg Vitamin PP (niacinamide)....30,000 mg D-Biotin.......0.150 mg Yeast Concentrate (contains PABA)....100 mg
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1. Vitamin A: It is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for the prevention of night blindness and promotes the normal growth of teeth and bones. It is found in liver, egg yolks, and milk. 2. Vitamin C: Vitamin C is an essential antioxidant for tissue growth and repair, crucial for h...[Read More] Understanding the Functions and Names of Essential Vitamins and Nutrients
Understanding Injectable Steroids: Uses and Long-Term Effects
Corticosteroids Dear Sir/Madam, What are the effects of injectable steroids? What are the consequences of long-term use? Thank you! Sincerely, Yijun
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Corticosteroids are powerful anti-inflammatory agents used to treat autoimmune diseases such as lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, asthma, and myasthenia gravis. Their side effects may include moon facies, osteoporosis, immunosuppression, and buffalo hump. The duration an...[Read More] Understanding Injectable Steroids: Uses and Long-Term Effects
How to Obtain Medication for Chronic Illness During a Pandemic?
How to obtain medication for chronic diseases? "My father-in-law has a heart condition and needs to rely on medication for long-term control. He used to get his medication from National Taiwan University Hospital, but now there is an outbreak in Taipei. I heard that it is po...
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Hello, our hospital currently does not offer a mail-order medication service. However, you can call me to let me know the name of the medication, and I can check if our hospital has it available. If we do have it, you can come to the hospital to obtain a prescription, which can b...[Read More] How to Obtain Medication for Chronic Illness During a Pandemic?
Understanding the Differences Between Drug and Food Labeling in Taiwan
The difference between the usage of the "Drug" and "Food" labels by the Department of Health? Hello, I would like to ask the following two questions: 1. A friend who works in a hospital gave me a bottle of combined vitamin C and calcium tablets, which contai...
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Hello: 1. General multivitamins typically contain lower amounts of vitamin C. For treating deficiencies, a daily intake of 100mg to 500mg is recommended if needed, while for prevention, 50mg to 100mg per day is sufficient. For urinary acidification, a dosage of 4g to 12g should b...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Drug and Food Labeling in Taiwan
Concerns Over Unknown Medications: Ensuring Safety for Elderly Patients
Unknown substances My grandmother often experiences leg pain, which has been a long-standing issue for many years. She has tried various treatments, including traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, but it seems difficult to make progress with this age-related degenera...
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Hello; it is indeed challenging to communicate about medication for the elderly. The medications you mentioned purchasing from the pharmacy may include some pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory drugs. However, there is a concern that they might contain steroids or other unverifie...[Read More] Concerns Over Unknown Medications: Ensuring Safety for Elderly Patients
Understanding the Differences Between Multivitamins: F50 vs. Other Options
Vitamin 1. What is the difference between Healitamin F50 and Healitamin? 2. How to choose the appropriate multivitamin?
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Hello: The difference between He Li Ta Ming F50 and He Li Ta Ming lies in the inclusion of Fursultiamine (TTFD) 50 mg, which means it contains 50 mg of vitamin B1. The choice of multivitamins varies from person to person; it is best to select those with a brand name that clearly ...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Multivitamins: F50 vs. Other Options
Understanding Seroxat: Side Effects, Autoimmune Impact, and Social Anxiety Treatment
Seroxat, also known as paroxetine, is a selective serotonin re Hello, I would like to ask what the side effects of long-term use of Kratom are. Does it affect the diagnosis and testing of autoimmune diseases? Is it effective in treating social anxiety disorder? Thank you.
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Seroxat is a new type of antidepressant. Since the treatment of depression requires long-term therapy, its side effects are generally very mild and do not affect the patient's lifestyle. Common side effects of taking Seroxat include nausea, sweating, and dry mouth; however, ...[Read More] Understanding Seroxat: Side Effects, Autoimmune Impact, and Social Anxiety Treatment
How to Properly Take Vitamins: B, C, E, and More
How to Take Vitamins 1. Can vitamins B, C, and E be taken together? 2. Should they be taken before or after meals? 3. How can one distinguish between natural and synthetic vitamins?
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Hello: 1. Can vitamins B, C, and E be taken together? Yes, they can be taken simultaneously, just like a multivitamin. 2. Should they be taken before or after meals? Generally, fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K are best taken after meals, while water-soluble vitamins B and C ca...[Read More] How to Properly Take Vitamins: B, C, E, and More
Understanding Side Effects of Cefaclor: Incoordination and More
Concerns about adverse drug reactions? Hello, Pharmacist Hou. I would like to ask you if cefaclor, an antibiotic, can cause incoordination as a side effect? What are its other side effects? Please help me with this!
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Cefalor is an antibiotic from the cephalosporin class. A small number of individuals taking this medication may experience the following side effects: allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and gastrointestinal discomfort. However, the likelihood of these occurring unde...[Read More] Understanding Side Effects of Cefaclor: Incoordination and More
Are Air Fresheners Harmful? Understanding Risks and Safety Tips
Regarding aromatic agents? 1. Are indoor air fresheners harmful to the human body? Which organs or systems can they affect? Why is it labeled "Keep out of reach of children"? 2. With the current SARS outbreak, what is the concentration of the commonly used disinfectan...
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The main components of fragrances include aromatic compounds and organic solvents. The aromatic compounds are categorized into three types: natural extracts, semi-synthetic, and synthetic. Some manufacturers specifically advertise their products as "methanol-free," indi...[Read More] Are Air Fresheners Harmful? Understanding Risks and Safety Tips
Medication Safety During Early Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Regarding medication use during early pregnancy? Hello, I started my menstrual period on January 30 and I am unsure if I am pregnant. I accidentally took cold medicine on March 7 that contained KEFEX, LYSOZYME, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE, and PANADOL. Additionally, on February 10, I took co...
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Hello Huihui: The medication you are taking, Brufen, is classified as Category B and is best avoided during the last three months of pregnancy. Pseudophedrine is classified as Category C for pregnancy, while Trinordiol is classified as Category X. The other medications you mentio...[Read More] Medication Safety During Early Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Understanding the Benefits and Uses of Tolnaftate in Medicine
The efficacy of medication? The primary function of TOLNAFTATE is to treat fungal infections, particularly those affecting the skin, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It works
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The main function of Tolnaftate is to treat athlete's foot, tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum, tinea versicolor, vesicular tinea, and tinea capitis. Dosage and administration: Clean the affected area thoroughly and dry it before applying the product gen...[Read More] Understanding the Benefits and Uses of Tolnaftate in Medicine
Understanding Yellow Fever Vaccine Allergies: Causes and Management
What is yellow antipyretic allergy? I have a good friend who recently discovered an allergy to yellow fever vaccine. I am very concerned and want to understand what the yellow fever vaccine is, what causes the allergy, and how to manage it.
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Sulfonamides are a class of antimicrobial agents used to treat infections such as urinary tract infections, keratitis, or to prevent wound infections, and were previously used for burns. Allergies to sulfonamides may be related to genetic factors or the R factor of plasmids. Thei...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Fever Vaccine Allergies: Causes and Management
Can You Safely Take Multiple Anti-Inflammatory Medications Together?
Drug Information I have seen two doctors prescribe medications, and the names of the medications are all anti-inflammatory pain relievers. Can I take them at the same time?
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Hello, I sense that you are feeling anxious. I'm not sure what medication you are taking, but generally speaking, if they are both anti-inflammatory drugs, it is best not to take them simultaneously to avoid potential drug interactions and duplicate therapy. It would be advi...[Read More] Can You Safely Take Multiple Anti-Inflammatory Medications Together?
Best Medications for Treating Constipation in Children
Medications for Pediatric Constipation Which type of laxative is more suitable for pediatric use?
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Normacol is a natural plant-based gum that has fewer side effects. It is classified as a bulk-forming laxative. When taking this medication, it is important to drink plenty of water, as this can help promote intestinal motility and achieve a laxative effect.[Read More] Best Medications for Treating Constipation in Children
Understanding Common Medications: Mechanisms, Uses, and Side Effects
Medication Inquiry 1. Estriol Mechanism of Action: Estriol is a naturally occurring estrogen that primarily acts by binding to estrogen receptors in various tissues, leading to the regulation of gene expression and promoting the development and maintenance of female reproductive ...
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1. Estriol: Mechanism of Action: It has a highly selective effect on the uterine cavity and cervix, enhancing the function of cervical cells and increasing weight. Although there is dilation of capillaries in the cervical canal and enlargement of cervical glands, it has no effect...[Read More] Understanding Common Medications: Mechanisms, Uses, and Side Effects