What is amprenavir, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? This drug was discontinued as of October of 2007. Amprenavir is an oral medication that is used for treating infections with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It is in a class of drugs called protease inhibitors which, among others, includes indinavir (Crixivan), nelfinavir (Viracept), ritonavir (Norvir) and saquinavir (Invirase,...
Treacher Collins Syndrome Symptoms, Causes, and Life Expectancy
Treacher Collins syndrome definition and facts* Share Your Story *Treacher Collins syndrome facts medically edited by: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD Treacher Collins syndrome (TCS) is a condition (genetic disease) that alters the development of bones and other tissues in the face. Signs and symptoms vary from almost unnoticeable face changes to severe facial and ear alterations, cleft palate and...
Celebrex (celecoxib) vs. Mobic (meloxicam) Uses & Side Effects
What are the differences between Celebrex and Mobic? Celebrex (celecoxib) and Mobic (meloxicam) are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for the relief of pain, fever, swelling, and tenderness caused by arthritis. Celebrex is also used for familial FAP, acute pain, and menstrual cramps. Celebrex is different from Mobic and other NSAIDs in that it causes less inflammation and ulceration of...
Augmentin (amoxicillin/clavulanic acid) Side Effects, Dosage, Alcohol
What is Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanic acid)? How does it work? Augmentin contains amoxicillin and clavulanic acid. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic of the penicillin type. It is effective against some bacteria such as H. influenzae, N. gonorrhea, E. coli, Pneumococci, Streptococci, and certain strains of Staphylococci. Chemically, it is closely related to penicillin and ampicillin. Amoxicillin stops bacteria from multiplying...
Statins vs. Niacin: Cholesterol Drug Facts, Side Effects & Uses
Statins vs. Niacin Statins and niacin (nicotinic acid, or vitamin B3) are medications used to treat high cholesterol. Both medications lower LDL (bad) cholesterol in the blood and triglycerides (fats), and raise HDL (good) cholesterol. Statins and niacin work by blocking the enzyme in the liver responsible for making cholesterol, and helping the liver remove the cholesterol already circulating in...
Beta Blockers vs. SSRIs: Uses, Side Effects & Drug Interactions.
Beta blockers vs. SSRIs Beta-blockers are used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and congestive heart failure, to prevent kidney failure in patients with high blood pressure or diabetes, to reduce the risk of stroke, abnormal heart rhythms, chest pain (angina), tremors, pheochromocytoma, hypertrophic subaortic stenosis, and to prevent migraines. SSRIs (elective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) are a type of antidepressant...
Asacol vs. Humira: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects for Autoimmune Drugs
Asacol vs. Humira Both Asacol (mesalamine) and Humira (adalimumab) are used to treat different kinds of inflammatory bowel diseases. Asacol (mesalamine is an anti-inflammatory medication used to treat inflammatory bowel disease [IBD] including ulcerative colitis [UC]). Asacol is different from Humira (adalimumab) which is an injectable protein (antibody) that is an immune modulator drug used to treat different autoimmune conditions...
Acanthamoeba Infection Treatment, Symptoms & Transmission
What is Acanthamoeba? <a href="../script/main/submit-patient-comments.asp?questionid=6064" title="Please share your experience with an Acanthamoeba infection.” onclick=”wmdTrack(‘pc-drv-share’);” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow ugc”>Share Your Story Acanthamoeba is a microscopic, free-living ameba (single-celled living organism) commonly found in the environment that can cause rare, but severe, illness. Acanthamoeba causes three main types of illness involving the eye (Acanthamoeba keratitis), the brain and spinal cord (Granulomatous Encephalitis), and...
Acanthamoeba Keratitis Treatment, Symptoms & Causes
What is Acanthamoeba keratitis? <a href="../script/main/submit-patient-comments.asp?questionid=6067" title="Please share your experience with Acanthamoeba keratitis.” onclick=”wmdTrack(‘pc-drv-share’);” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow ugc”>Share Your Story Acanthamoeba keratitis is a rare but serious infection of the eye that can result in permanent visual impairment or blindness. This infection is caused by a microscopic, free-living ameba (single-celled living organism) called Acanthamoeba. Acanthamoeba causes Acanthamoeba keratitis when it infects...
Acanthamoeba Infection Treatment, Symptoms & Transmission
What is Acanthamoeba? <a href="../script/main/submit-patient-comments.asp?questionid=6064" title="Please share your experience with an Acanthamoeba infection.” onclick=”wmdTrack(‘pc-drv-share’);” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow ugc”>Share Your Story Acanthamoeba is a microscopic, free-living ameba (single-celled living organism) commonly found in the environment that can cause rare, but severe, illness. Acanthamoeba causes three main types of illness involving the eye (Acanthamoeba keratitis), the brain and spinal cord (Granulomatous Encephalitis), and...