http://news.wikidrugs.org/ en Wiki Drugs News DataLife Engine http://news.wikidrugs.org/102-drugs-used-in-thrombotic-and-thromboembolic.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/102-drugs-used-in-thrombotic-and-thromboembolic.html Drugs given to prevent or treat thrombosis alter some aspect of the blood coagulation process. Anticoagulants are widely used in thrombotic disorders. They are more effective in preventing venous thrombosis than arterial thrombosis. Antiplatelet drugs are used to prevent arterial thrombosis. Thrombolytic agents are used to dissolve thrombi and limit tissue damage in selected thromboembolic disorders. --- levston Fri, 27 Apr 2012 07:23:29 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/101-antihypertensive-medications.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/101-antihypertensive-medications.html Hypertension is a major risk factor for heart attack, stroke (sometimes called brain attack), and kidney failure. Although it rarely causes symptoms unless complications occur, it can be controlled by appropriate management. --- levston Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:49:07 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/100-what-do-you-need-to-know-about-antiasthmatic-drugs.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/100-what-do-you-need-to-know-about-antiasthmatic-drugs.html Asthma and other chronic lung diseases are characterized by constant inflammation of the airways and periodic or persistent labored breathing from constriction or narrowing of the airways. --- levston Thu, 26 Apr 2012 15:10:44 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/99-drugs-for-herpesvirus-infections.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/99-drugs-for-herpesvirus-infections.html Acyclovir, famciclovir, and valacyclovir penetrate virus-infected cells, become activated by an enzyme, and inhibit viral DNA reproduction. They are used in the treatment of herpes simplex and herpes zoster infections. --- levston Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:55:37 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/98-drugs-which-are-used-often-in-their-antimicrobial.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/98-drugs-which-are-used-often-in-their-antimicrobial.html The macrolides, which include erythromycin, azithromycin (Zithromax), clarithromycin (Biaxin), and dirithromycin (Dynabac), have similar antibacterial spectra and mechanisms of action. --- levston Thu, 26 Apr 2012 06:48:39 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/97-individual-drugs-skeletal-muscle-relaxants.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/97-individual-drugs-skeletal-muscle-relaxants.html Individual skeletal muscle relaxants are described below; routes and dosages ranges are listed in Drugs at a Glance: Skeletal Muscle Relaxants. --- levston Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:00:22 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/96-antianxiety-and-sedative-hypnotic-drugs.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/96-antianxiety-and-sedative-hypnotic-drugs.html "Nerve pills" and "sleeping pills" can relieve symptoms temporarily but they do not cure or solve the underlying problems. With rare exceptions, these drugs are recommended only for short-term use. --- levston Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:32:52 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/95-acetaminophen-aspirin-and-other-nsaids.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/95-acetaminophen-aspirin-and-other-nsaids.html Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) are used to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation. Aspirin is as effective as the more costly NSAIDs, but is more likely to cause stomach irritation and bleeding problems. --- levston Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:21:00 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/94-drugs-that-aid-weight-loss.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/94-drugs-that-aid-weight-loss.html In addition to feeling better, health benefits of weight loss may include reduced blood pressure, reduced blood fats, less likelihood of having a heart attack or stroke, and less risk for development of diabetes mellitus. --- levston Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:10:10 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/93-effects-of-testosterone-on-body-tissues.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/93-effects-of-testosterone-on-body-tissues.html Large amounts of chorionic gonadotropin are produced by the placenta during pregnancy. Chorionic gonadotropin is similar to luteinizing hormone (LH) from the anterior pituitary gland. --- levston Tue, 24 Apr 2012 08:03:07 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/92-drug-therapy-in-hepatic-impairment.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/92-drug-therapy-in-hepatic-impairment.html Most drugs are eliminated from the body by hepatic metabolism, renal excretion, or both. Hepatic metabolism depends mainly on blood flow and enzyme activity in the liver and protein binding in the plasma. --- levston Mon, 23 Apr 2012 19:04:17 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/91-sources-of-medication-errors.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/91-sources-of-medication-errors.html Medication errors may occur during any phase of drug therapy, including prescribing, dispensing, and administration. The main purpose of including potential sources of errors here is to increase the ability of health care providers to recognize risky situations and to prevent errors when possible. --- levston Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:54:14 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/90-safe-and-effective-use-of-prescription-medications.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/90-safe-and-effective-use-of-prescription-medications.html Use drugs cautiously and only when necessary because all drugs affect body functions and may cause adverse effects. --- levston Sun, 22 Apr 2012 09:37:05 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/89-american-drug-laws-and-standards.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/89-american-drug-laws-and-standards.html Current drug laws and standards have evolved over many years. Their main goal is to protect the public by ensuring that drugs marketed for therapeutic purposes, whether prescription or OTC, are safe and effective. --- levston Sun, 22 Apr 2012 09:27:32 +0100 http://news.wikidrugs.org/88-back-pain-when-we-face-osteochondrosis-what-are.html http://news.wikidrugs.org/88-back-pain-when-we-face-osteochondrosis-what-are.html Unpleasant sensations in back, stiffness of movement and fatigue should not be overlooked. These symptoms may indicate degenerative disc disease development, which is available in 90% of people. Back problems do not relate to age-related diseases, and associated primarily with the way of life. --- levston Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:15:10 +0000