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Recent Articles by Flávia Costa

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Ozempic: Indications, Use & Side Effects

Ozempic is a medication used to treat adults with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. Typical use is for improved blood sugar control. It is not indicated for weight loss but weight loss is a common side effect. Learn more about care instructions, side effects, and how to use Ozempic.

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Clindamycin: What It's Used For, How to Take & Dosing

Clindamycin is an antibiotic that is indicated for the treatment of bacterial infections. It can be prescribed in the form of tablets, ointment, vaginal cream or injectable. Learn more about what clindamycin is used for, how to take it and the possible side effects associated with use.

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Nausea Medicine: 7 Medications (& Natural Remedies to Take)

Nausea and vomiting medication is typically taken to control the intensity or frequency of the symptom, or to prevent its emergence. They can be used for nausea related to flying, food poisoning or infections. Learn about the medication commonly used for nausea and vomiting and the natural options also available.

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Topiramate: What It's Used For, Dosing & Side Effects

Topiramate, or Topamax, is an anticonvulsant medication that acts on the central nervous system to stabilize mood, and protect neurons in the brain from overstimulation. Learn more about what topiramate is used for, how to take it (with recommended dosing), the side effects it can cause, and its contraindications.

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Orlistat (Xenical): What It's For, How to Take It & Side Effects

Orlistat (or Xenical) is a weight loss medication that is prescribed to treat obesity and other obesity-related conditions, like diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Learn more about how it owrks, how to take it, and the side effects associated with use.

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

Duloxetine is a medication sold under the brand name Cymbalta. It is indicated for the treatment of several conditions, like depression, generalized anxiety disorder or fibromyalgia. Learn more about duloxetine is used for, the recommended dosing, how to take it, and the side effects associated with use.

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Tobramycin: Indications & How to Use (Drops & Ointment)

Tobramycin is an antibiotic medication that is indicated for the treatment of bacterial eye infections, like pink eye or keratitis. It can be prescribed in the form of eye drops or ophthalmic ointment. Learn more about the indications of tobramycin, how to use it and side effects it can cause.

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Atenolol: Uses, How to Take (with Dosing) & Side Effects

Atenolol is an antihypertensive that is indicated for the treatment of high blood pressure, heart attack and angina. It works by reducing the heart rate to improve blood flow and blood pressure. Learn more about what atenolol is prescribed for, how to take it, the common doses and side effects associated with use.

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Sciatica Medication: 7 Most Prescribed Meds for Relief

Sciatica medication should be prescribed by a doctor, and are recommended to help relieve sciatic nerve inflammation and relieve pain. Learn about the most commonly prescribed medications for sciatica, and how they can help to manage sciatic nerve symptoms.

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

Rosuvastatin is a medication that is prescribed to lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides levels. It helps to reduce the accumulation of fat in blood vessels and reduce the risk for cardiovascular disease. Learn more about what rosuvastatin is used for, how to take it and its possible side effects.

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Cetirizine: What It's For, How to Take (w/ Dosing) & Side Effects

Cetirizine is an antihistamine medication that may be prescribed to treat allergies, allergic rhinitis or cold symptoms, like an itchy nose, sneezing, runny nose or itchy skin. Learn more about that cetirizine is for, how to take it (with dosing recommendations) and the common side effects.

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Nystatin: What It's For, How to Use & Side Effects

Nystatin is an antifungal medication that can be used to treat yeast infections, oral thrush or diaper rash. It is available in the form of an oral suspension, vaginal cream or vaginal ovules. Learn more about what nystatin is for, how to use it or take it, and the side effects associated with use.

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Chlorhexidine: What It's For, How to Use & Side Effects

Chlorhexidine is a medication with antimicrobial action, which can be used as a skin disinfectant to be used prior to surgery, or for wound cleansing. Laern more about what chlorhexidine is used for, how to apply it and the side effects associated with use.

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Cabergoline: What It's For, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Cabergoline is a medication that is typically prescribed to dry up breast milk, but it can also be used to treat condition related to increased prolactin production to. Learn more about how cabergoline works, how to take it, the recommended doses and side effects associated with use.

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

Naltrexone is a medication that is indicated for the treatment of alcoholism or substance abuse disorder. It is available in tablet or injectable form. Learn more about what it's used for, how to take it, the recommended doses and side effects associated with use.

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Pharmaceutical studies completed at the Newton Paia University Center in 2003. Masters in Biomedical Sciences completed at the UBI in Portugal.
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