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Does fluoxetine cause weight gain?

Fluoxetine usually does not cause significant weight gain and may lead to slight weight loss early in treatment. Learn how long-term use, appetite recovery, dose, and individual factors may affect weight.

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How often can you take fluconazole for yeast infection?

Fluconazole is often taken as a single 150 mg dose for an uncomplicated yeast infection. Learn how often you can take fluconazole for yeast infection, when repeated doses may be prescribed, and why medical guidance matters.

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Rotavirus Vaccine: Uses, Vaccine Schedule & Side Effects

Rotavirus vaccine guidance, including the CDC-recommended schedule, Rotarix and RotaTeq doses, possible side effects, contraindications, and diaper-changing precautions after vaccination.

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Tylenol with Naproxen: Indications, How to Take It & Side Effects

Tylenol with naproxen combines acetaminophen and naproxen sodium for up to 12 hours of temporary pain relief. Learn its approved uses, dosing limits, possible side effects, contraindications, pregnancy precautions, alcohol and drug interactions, key safety warnings, and when medical care is needed.

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Can you take aspirin and Tylenol together?

Aspirin and Tylenol can generally be taken together when used correctly. Learn key precautions, including dose limits, duplicate ingredients, bleeding risk, liver safety, and when to ask a doctor or pharmacist. .

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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.

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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.

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Can you mix losartan and alcohol?

Losartan and alcohol can have combined effects that lower blood pressure too much, especially when treatment begins or the dose changes. Possible symptoms include dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, a fast heartbeat, or fainting, and alcohol intake should remain within recommended limits.

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Peptide Injections: Indications, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Learn about peptide injections, including what they are, common medical uses, how they are given, recommended dosing, possible side effects, and key contraindications. Understand how these treatments work for conditions like diabetes, obesity, and hormone disorders.

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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.

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Lipfendra: Indications for Use, How to Take It & Side Effects

Lipfendra is a once-daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor used with diet and exercise to lower LDL cholesterol in adults with hypercholesterolemia, including HeFH. Learn how it works, how to take it, possible side effects, contraindications, monitoring,.

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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.

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Does spironolactone cause weight gain?

Spironolactone does not usually cause weight gain and may temporarily reduce water weight. Learn what can cause weight changes during treatment and when to speak with a doctor.

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Moxifloxacin: Indications, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Moxifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, skin infections, and conjunctivitis. Learn about its indications, typical dosing, how to take it safely, possible side effects, and important contraindications for proper medical use.

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Does Plan B work during ovulation?

Plan B may not work during ovulation because it mainly delays egg release. Timing, ovulation status, and other emergency contraception options can affect pregnancy risk.