What is Tindamax, and how does it work? Trichomoniasis Tinidazole is indicated for the treatment of trichomoniasis caused by Trichomonas vaginalis. The organism should be identified by appropriate diagnostic procedures. Because trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease with potentially serious sequelae, partners of infected patients should be treated simultaneously in order to prevent re-infection. Giardiasis...
What are ototopical antibiotics? Ototopical antibiotics are applied as the first-line offence against middle ear infection. Ototopical antibiotics are medications administered topically in the ear for treating middle ear infections. Ototopical antibiotics are usually the first-line treatment for recurrent bacterial ear infections, in the absence of systemic infection. Ear infections are more common in children,...
What is steroid and antibiotic eye drops, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? These eye drops and ointments contain a combination of a steroid and one or more types of antibiotic for treatment of infection and inflammation of the eye. The steroid reduces inflammation while the antibiotic treats or prevents infection which may...
Sertraline (Zoloft) vs. Venlafaxine (Effexor): What’s the difference? Sertraline (Zoloft) and venlafaxine (Effexor) are antidepressants used to treat depression, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. Sertraline is also used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Sertraline and venlafaxine belong to different classes of antidepressants. Sertraline is a...
Zoloft (sertraline) vs. Cymbalta (duloxetine): What’s the difference? Zoloft (sertraline) and Cymbalta (duloxetine) are antidepressants used to treat depression and anxiety disorders. Zoloft is also used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Cymbalta is also used to treat diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain,...
What is congestive heart failure? Heart failure can cause edema when extra fluid seeps into the lung cavity or other cavities. Diuretics treat this symptom, but do not cure heart failure. Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to efficiently pump blood to meet the body’s oxygen and nutrient needs....
Zovirax (Acyclovir) vs. Abreva Cream (docosanol): What’s the difference? Acyclovir and Abreva Cream (docosanol) are antiviral drugs used to treat cold sores. Acyclovir is also used to treat genital herpes, herpes zoster (shingles), varicella zoster (chickenpox), herpes simplex encephalitis, and mucocutaneous herpes simplex virus infection. Acyclovir is taken orally and Abrval is applied topically (on...
What is Xcopri, and how does it work? Xcopri is a prescription medicine used to treat partial-onset seizures in adults. It is not known if Xcopri is safe and effective in children. What are the side effects of Xcopri? Xcopri may cause serious side effects, including: problems with the electrical system of the heart (QT...
Vyvanse vs. Adderall comparison of differences Adderall and Vyvanse are amphetamines, which are stimulants that increase the level of important chemical messengers (neurotransmitters) in the brain. Amphetamines are used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Vyvanse is approved to treat these disorders as well as moderate-to-severe binge eating disorder. The difference between the...
Generic drug: oxymetazoline hydrochloride Brand name: Upneeq What is Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride), and how does it work? Upneeq (oxymetazoline hydrochloride) ophthalmic solution is an alpha-adrenergic agonist used to treat acquired drooping upper eyelid (blepharoptosis) in adults. What are the side effects of Upneeq? Side effects of Upneeq include: punctate keratitis, eye redness, dry eye, blurred...