What is Antibiotic Resistance? The inappropriate and sometimes unprescribed use of antibiotics can lead to serious problems when the bacteria, virus, and other microorganisms develop an immunity of sorts to the antibiotics. This happens when the bacteria adapt to the effects of the antibiotic or form protective membranes against them so that the antibiotics cannot effectively exert their effects anymore. This condition can take place if a person does not follow the correct dosage of the antibacterial or antiviral medications, or does not complete the full regimen of the drug prescription; this causes the microorganisms to develop a resistance to that particular medication so that when it is used again, [...]
Drugs and Medications
Vyvanse vs Adderall
by on 23. Dec, 2010 in Drugs and Medications
What is Vyvanse? Vyvanse (Lisdexampehtamine) is a medication newly developed by the Shire PLC company. It a drug for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder or commonly known as ADHD. ADHD is usually seen and observed among children between ages 6-12 years old but it can also be observe with some adults. Vyvanse drug is a pyschostimulant of the central nervous system. It is used on combination with other treatment programs for ADHD such as educational, social therapy and psychological therapy. Vyvanse Medication Vyvanse has an active substance called Lisdexampethamine. It is prescribed for patients with ADHD. Physician’s prescribes the medication to be taken in the morning since it can cause sleep [...]
Glutathione
by on 14. Aug, 2010 in Drugs and Medications
What is Glutathione ? Glutathione (GSH) is actually a naturally occurring wonder substance. First of all it is an immunity booster, a detoxifier and to top it all is an antioxidant. You name your problems and glutathione will come and fight against them all, be it an injury, stress, shock, pain, malnutrition, burns, pollution or old age. More scientifically it is called Reduced L-glutathione and is found to predominantly exist in all human cells. As an antioxidant it protects the body’s cells from peroxides and free radicals which are reactive oxygen species. As mentioned earlier it is also an immune booster as it is found in cells of immune mechanism [...]
Erythromycin Ointment
by on 14. Jul, 2010 in Drugs and Medications
Erythromycin Ointment is a topical antibiotic that is known to treat acne effectively. Basically, Erythromycin is a macrolide, which slows down the growth of the bacteria which causes acne on the skin. Since it is a prescription medication, you should check with your doctor before applying it to your skin. Do not give it to any other person who has acne, without consulting the doctor. Erythromycin Ointment is marketed and sold under the brand name Akne-Mycin How to use Erythromycin Ointment: Wash the affected acne area with soap and water. Rinse well, dab the area dry and then apply Erythromycin Ointment. Apply the ointment gently with your fingertips, covering the [...]
Statin Side Effects
by on 20. Jun, 2010 in Drugs and Medications
Adults across the world are prescribed statin drugs to fight cholesterol. Are statins equally effective for men and women? Let us find out. Statins are used to lower lipid or cholesterol levels, the significant indicators of cardiac ailments Statin drugs are approved for use as adjuncts to diet in primary, familial (hereditary) hyperlipidaemia (abnormally high lipid levels), thus reducing the risk of heart attacks and/or strokes in patients with established coronary artery disease. But unlike men, high cholesterol is not a predictor of cardiovascular disease or strokes in women after 50. Secondary causes of high lipid levels such as poorly controlled diabetes, hypothyroidism, kidney impairment, obstructive liver disease, side effects [...]
Antidepressants and Anesthesia
by on 03. Jun, 2010 in Drugs and Medications
Do antidepressants cause complications during anesthesia? There are many drugs with different ways of action in the treatment of depression. These can cause problems when a patient is asked to undergo anesthesia. If, however, the anti-depressant course is done with at least 2 weeks prior to the surgery, it will not hinder with anesthesia . Before, during or after anesthesia most patients have to be administered other drugs like muscle relaxants, painkillers and blood pressure stabilizing agents. These medicines can react with each other and lead to unwanted effects. Here are the symptoms seen in patients who have been on anti-depressants before undergoing anesthesia: • Severe palpitations • Heart movement [...]
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