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Recent Articles by Flávia Costa

Spironolactone: Uses, How to Take, Dosing & Contraindications

Spirinolactone is a potassium-sparing diuretic used for high blood pressure, heart failure, swelling and hyperaldosteronism. It may also be prescribed off-label for acne or hair loss, with dosing, side effects and precautions varying by condition.

Medications

Emla Cream: Indications, Dosing & Side Effects

Emla cream is a topical anesthetic containing lidocaine and prilocaine. It numbs the skin before injections, blood draws, catheter placement, tattoo removal and other procedures, with guidance on use, duration, side effects and precautions.

Medications

Immunosuppressants: Uses, Types & Side Effects

Immunosuppressants reduce immune system activity and may be used to prevent transplant rejection, treat autoimmune diseases, and manage certain cancers. Their effects and risks vary by medication and can include a higher risk of infection.

Medications

Desonide Cream: Uses, How to Apply & Side Effects

Desonide cream is a prescription topical corticosteroid used for dermatitis, eczema, intertrigo, and inflamed insect bites. It helps relieve redness, swelling, itching, and irritation, with side effects more likely after excessive or prolonged use.

Cold & Flu

Viral Infection Treatment: 12 Options to Support Recovery

Viral infection treatment may include acetaminophen, ibuprofen, oral rehydration, anti-nausea medicine or flu antivirals to ease fever, pain, vomiting, diarrhea and congestion, with doctor guidance for children, pregnancy or warning signs.

Urticaria

6 Urticaria Treatments Your Doctor May Recommend

Urticaria treatments may include calamine lotion, allergy tablets, omalizumab injections, epinephrine auto-injectors, corticosteroid injections, and home care for mild hives.

Medications

Promethazine: Uses, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Promethazine is an antihistamine used for nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions and pre-surgery sedation. It can cause drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness and light sensitivity, and should be used only with medical guidance.

Urinary Tract Infection

UTI Antibiotics: 6 Options Your Doctor May Prescribe

UTI antibiotics include fosfomycin, nitrofurantoin, sulfamethoxazole + trimethoprim, ciprofloxacin, and ceftriaxone, which may be prescribed for cystitis or more serious infections like pyelonephritis.

Medications

Tibolone: Uses, How to Take & Side Effects

Tibolone is used as hormone replacement therapy after menopause to relieve symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and vaginal dryness, and may help prevent osteoporosis in some women.

Medications

Aspirin: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects

Aspirin is a medication used to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation. It can also help prevent blood clots and may lower the risk of heart attack or stroke when used under medical guidance.

Gas

Gas Pain Relief: Medications & Natural Remedies

Gas pain relief options include simethicone, activated charcoal, alpha-galactosidase, lactase tablets, probiotics, natural teas, and lifestyle tips to help reduce bloating, pressure, and abdominal discomfort.

Medications

Pharyngitis Treatment: Medications & Home Remedies

Pharyngitis treatment may include antibiotics, pain relievers, anti-inflammatories, antihistamines, local anesthetics, and home remedies to relieve throat pain and swelling.

Medications

Penicillin G Benzathine: Uses, How It's Given, Dosing & Side Effects

Penicillin g benzathine is an injectable antibiotic used for infections like strep throat, syphilis, and rheumatic fever prevention. Side effects can include injection-site pain, diarrhea, yeast infections, and rare allergic reactions.

Arthritis

Osteoarthritis Treatment: 5 Common Medications

Osteoarthritis treatment may include pain relievers, anti-inflammatory medications, corticosteroid injections, topical ointments, physical therapy, or surgery for severe joint pain.

Nutritional Supplements

Memory Supplements: 8 Natural Options to Boost Brain Function

Memory supplements may contain vitamins, minerals, omega-3, Panax ginseng, Ginkgo biloba, or Rhodiola rosea. They may support concentration, reasoning, and mental fatigue, but should be used with medical guidance.