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Recent Articles by Flávia Costa

Dexamethasone: What it’s For, How to Use & Side-Effects

Dexamethasone is a type of corticiosteroid that has a potent anti-inflammatory action. It is frequently used for the treatment of different types of allergies and inflammatory conditions. Learn about what it is commonly prescribed for and it is taken.

Medications

What Is Ibuprofen? 9 Uses, Side Effects & Contraindications

Ibuprofen is an anti-inflammatory indicated for the treatment of fever and aches associated with the cold or or flu. It can also be taken for menstrual cramps, toothaches and a sore throat. Learn more about what ibuprofen can be taken for, the side effects associated with use and its contraindications .

Medications

Tramadol: Uses, How to Use, Forms & Side Effects

Tramadol is an analgesic that helps to relieve moderate to intense pain. It is typically prescribed for back pain or neuralgia, and can be obtained at the pharmacy with a prescription. Learn more about how tramadol works, common uses, the different forms available and the side effects associated with use.

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Omeprazole: Uses, How to Take, Side Effects & Contraindications

Omeprazole is a medication that inhibits stomach acid production. It is generally prescribed for gastritis, ulcers and GERD. Learn more about what omeprazole is used for, how to take it and the possible side effects associated with use.

Medications

Albuterol: Uses, How to Take It, Side Effects & Contraindications

Albuterol is a bronchodilator that is prescribed to the treatment of respiratory diseases like asthma, emphysema and chronic bronchitis to improve air flow to the lungs. It is also commonly referred to as salbutamol. Learn more about the uses, dosing and side effects of albuterol, and who should not take it.

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Acyclovir: What It’s For, How to Use It & Side Effects

Acyclovir is a medication with antiviral action indicated for the prevention or treatment of viral infections. It is available for use in several forms, including as a cream, an eye ointment and oral pills. Learn more about what It’s for, how to use It and possible side effects.

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Cytotec: Uses, Side-Effects & Contraindications

Cytotec is a medication that contains misoprostol, which is a substance that was initially created to treat stomach ulcers, but is commonly prescribed as an off-label use for inducing abortions or labors. Learn more about how it works, what it’s used for and the side effects associated with this medication.

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Potassium Permanganate: Uses, How to Make Solution & Treatment

Potassium permanganate is a medication with antiseptic properties that can be used for skin cleansing and wound disinfecting. It can be utilized in baths or applied to dressings. Learn about the common uses of potassium permanganate, how to.

Medications

Domperidone: What It's Used For, How to Take & Side Effects

Domperidone is an anti-emetic medication that stimulates gastrointestinal flow. It is indicated for the treatment of heartburn, indigestion, nausea and vomiting, and can be used as prescribed for adults or children. Learn about what domperidone is used for, how to take it and contraindications for use.

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Albendazole: Uses, Doses & Side Effects

Albendazole is a medication prescribed for the treatment of worm or parasitic infections, like pinworms, round worms or giardiasis. It is available to pill or liquid form. Learn more about the medical uses, recommended doses, and possible side effects of albendazole.

Menstruation

Primosiston: What Is It For & How to Take It

Primosiston is a medication that can be used to stop uterine bleeding, delay your period, or start it sooner. Learn about how this medication is taken and what the main side effects are.

Medications

Fluconazole: What It’s For, How to Use & Side Effects

Fluconazole is an antifungal used for the treatment of yeast infections, fungal nails and athletes foot. It can be found in pill, cream or powder form. Learn more about how to use fluconazole, what it is for, and possible side effects.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis Medication: Prescription Ointments & Pills

Psoriasis medications to be used depend on the type, location and extent of lesions. Treatment may involve the use of creams or ointments with corticosteroids and retinoids or oral medications, like cyclosporine, methotrexate or acitretin, .

Eczema

Eczema Cream: 7 Prescription Ointments from Your Doctor

Eczema cremas, such as dexamethasone, betamethasone, pimecrolimus or tacrolimus, help reduce skin inflammation and relieve symptoms like redness, irritation or intense itching. Check out the main creams for eczema your doctor may prescribe .

Sinusitis

Antibiotics for Sinus Infection: 8 Medications

Antibiotics for sinus infections, such as amoxicillin, axetilcefuroxime or levofloxacin, are indicated in cases of bacterial sinusitis, as they help eliminate bacteria, relieving inflammation in the sinuses. Here are the main antibiotics fo.