What Is Prevnar 13? Uses, Side Effects, Interactions
What is Prevnar 13? Prevnar 13 vaccine is used to prevent infection caused by pneumococcal bacteria. Prevnar 13 contains 13 different types of pneumococcal bacteria. Pneumococcal disease is a serious infection caused by a bacteria. Pneumococcal bacteria can infect the sinuses and inner ear. It can also infect the lungs, blood, and brain, and these […]
What is Xarelto? (Rivaroxaban)
Xarelto (rivaroxaban) blocks the activity of certain clotting substances in the blood. Xarelto is used to prevent or treat a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery. Xarelto is also used in people with atrial fibrillation […]
What Is Advair Or Seretide? (fluticasone and salmeterol)
Seretide accuhaler and evohaler both contain two active ingredients, fluticasone and salmeterol. Several classes of medications are available for the treatment of asthma, and often they must be taken concurrently to achieve asthma control. Based on the understanding of asthma as an inflammatory disease, the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute guidelines provide a stepwise […]
What Is Merkel Cell Skin Cancer?
Merkel cell carcinoma Cancer starts when cells begin to grow out of control. Cells in nearly any part of the body can become cancer, and can then spread to other areas of the body. To learn more about how cancers start and spread. Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC) is an uncommon type of skin cancer. It […]
What Is Babesiosis?(Babesia)
Babesiosis?(Babesia) Babesiosis is a disease caused by microscopic parasites that infect red blood cells. Many different species (types) of Babesia parasites have been found in animals, only a few of which have been found in people. Babesia microti which usually infects white-footed mice and other small mammals is the main species that has been found in people in […]
What Is Adderall (Adderall XR)?
What is Adderall? Adderall contains a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Amphetamine and dextroamphetamine are central nervous system stimulants that affect chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. Adderall is used to treat narcolepsy and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Adderall is the […]
What Is Aciclovir (Zovirax): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Safety
Zovirax (Aciclovir) Explained: Benefits, Risks, Dosage Aciclovir (Zovirax) Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Safety Learn what Aciclovir (Zovirax) is used for, how it treats herpes, shingles, and chickenpox, recommended dosage, side effects, safety warnings, pregnancy use, and drug interactions. Updated 2025 medical guidance. What Is Aciclovir (Zovirax)? Aciclovir (also spelled Acyclovir) is an antiviral prescription […]
What Is Eylea Injection? ((aflibercept))
What Is Eylea? Eylea (aflibercept) is made from a human antibody fragment. It works by keeping new blood vessels from forming under the retina (a sensory membrane that lines the inside of the eye). In people with a certain type of eye disease, new blood vessels grow under the retina where they leak blood and […]
Which Birth Control Methods Don’t Have Hormones?
Millions of women use hormonal birth control methods without experiencing any issues, but for others, hormone-free is the way to be. This may be due to a personal preference, a health caution (hormonal methods are not recommended for women who smoke or have a history of blood clots and migraines) or a negative physical reaction […]
Avastin, Eylea and Lucentis – What’s the Difference?
One of the most frequently debated issues in eye care in recent years has been over three similar treatments for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most severe form of a disease that is the leading cause of blindness among older Americans. Here ophthalmologists provide background into why there is so much buzz about the three […]
What Is Humira®?(adalimumab)
What is Humira? Humira (adalimumab) is a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blocker that reduces the effects of a substance in the body that can cause inflammation. Humira is used to reduce the signs and symptoms of moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA), polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, plaque psoriasis, and and a chronic skin […]
What Is Avastin?(Bevacizumab)
Avastin (bevacizumab) is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Avastin is used to treat a certain type of brain tumor, and certain types of cancers of the kidney, lung, colon, rectum, cervix, ovary, or fallopian tube. Avastin is also used to treat cancer of the […]