What is Mytesi, and how does it work? Mytesi (crofelemer delayed-release tablets) is an anti-diarrheal indicated for the symptomatic relief of non-infectious diarrhea in adult patients with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral therapy. What are the side effects of Mytesi? Common side effects of Mytesi include: upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, cough, gas, increased bilirubin, nausea, back...
What is linezolid (Zyvox)? How does it work (mechanism of action)? Linezolid (Zyvox) is a synthetic antibiotic that is effective against bacteria such as Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, and others. It is effective against Staphylococcus aureus isolates that are resistant to other antibiotics. Linezolid prevents bacteria from growing by...
Generic drug: eptifibatide Brand name: Integrilin What is Integrilin (eptifibatide), and how does it work? Integrilin (eptifibatide) injection is a platelet aggregation inhibitor indicated for treatment of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) managed medically or with percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and treatment of patients undergoing PCI (including intracoronary stenting). Integrilin injection is available in generic form....
What is clindamycin phosphate-vaginal cream, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Clindamycin is an antibiotic used for treating serious infections. It is effective against several types of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Propionibacterium acnes. It reduces growth of bacteria by interfering with their ability to make proteins....
What’s the Difference Between Bactrim and Cipro? Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and Cipro (ciprofloxacin) are antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections. The drugs are in different drug classes. Bactrim is a combination of sulfamethoxazole, an anti-bacterial sulfonamide (a "sulfa" drug), and trimethoprim, a folic acid inhibitor. Cipro is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. Side effects of Bactrim...
Generic drug: busulfan Brand name: Busulfex What is Busulfex (busulfan), and how does it work? Busulfex (busulfan) is a cancer (antineoplastic) medication used to treat the symptoms of chronic myelogenous leukemia (a type of blood cancer). Busulfex is not a cure for leukemia. What are the side effects of Busulfex? Common side effects of Busulfex...
Generic drug: amlodipine and celecoxib Brand name: Consensi What is Consensi (amlodipine and celecoxib), and how does it work? Consensi (amlodipine and celecoxib) is a prescription medicine used in adults who need treatment: with amlodipine for high blood pressure (hypertension), to lower blood pressure, and with celecoxib for the management of the signs and symptoms...
What are the differences between Flonase vs. Nasacort? Flonase (fluticasone) and Nasacort (triamcinolone acetonide) are synthetic steroids of the glucocorticoid class prescribed for the control of symptoms of sneezing, itching, and runny nose caused by seasonal allergies or hay fever. Both Flonase and Nasacort are available over-the-counter (OTC). Side effects of Flonase and Nasacort that...
What is codeine? How does it work (mechanism of action)? Codeine is a narcotic pain-reliever and cough suppressant similar to morphine and hydrocodone. Moreover, a small amount of codeine is converted to morphine in the body. The precise mechanism of action of codeine is not known; however, like morphine, codeine binds to receptors in the...
What is Epidiolex, and how does it work? Epidiolex is a prescription medicine that is used to treat seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, Dravet syndrome, or tuberous sclerosis complex in people 1 year of age and older. It is not known if Epidiolex is safe and effective in children under 1 year of age. What...