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The Impact of Exogenous Insulin on Insulin Resistance
Doctors prescribe exogenous insulin (injected insulin) for people with insulin resistance when other forms of therapy fail to keep blood glucose levels in a healthy range. Exogenous insulin can have a positive impact in preventing diabetic complications.
Accuretic Side Effects
Accuretic is a drug used to treat individuals with high blood pressure when other medicines are not working alone. It's never used as the first medication to treat high blood pressure.
How to Increase Collagen & Elastin
Elastin and collagen are two vital proteins for skin elasticity and structure. They account for nearly 30 percent of the total protein content in your body. Collagen and elastin decrease yearly as you age. It is important to discover how to increase these two proteins to keep skin looking youthful a
Bad Echinacea Side Effects
The search is still on for a cure to the common cold, although echinacea has been touted as effective for preventing colds and upper respiratory infections and improving numerous other conditions. The jury is still out on echinacea, because most clinical trials were too small to be...
Infections in Pregnancy
What steps can women take to prevent listeriosis and toxoplasmosis during pregnancy?
Comparing POC A1c and Random Plasma Glucose for Screening DM
Can point-of-care testing be used effectively to diagnose diabetes in high-risk populations?
RAI 131 Side Effects
RAI-131 is another name for a radioactive iodine isotope used to treat certain thyroid diseases and disorders, and is also found as a contaminant in some places due to nuclear testing or catastrophic events (such as at Chernobyl). Because of its radioactive properties and the nature of the treatment
How to Protect My Child From My BPD Behavior
Children need stable, consistent environments to come back to give them the courage to go out into the world and take risks. Children of a parent with bipolar disorder (BPD), however, do not always have that kind of security and emotional stability at home. They have a parent who swings from one emo
General Information on Vitamins
According to the University of Florida Extension Program, vitamins have different functions in the body and need to be included in diets because the body cannot produce them on its own. Thirteen vitamins have been identified as important for the human body, including ascorbic acid (vitamin C), thiam
Proper Disposal of Medications
In February 2007, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) released federal guidelines for the proper disposal of prescription drugs. In the past, consumers were told to flush unused medications down the toilet, but this is no lon
Neumega Side Effects
Neumega is a prescription medicine that is used in order to prevent thrombocytopenia (a medical condition that is characterized by decreased platelet counts) from occurring after various kinds of chemotherapy treatments for cancer. The medication causes the body to produce more platelets. It is admi
Calcium & Menopause
During menopause, your body may experience a decrease in the amount of estrogen produced. Estrogen supports the absorption of calcium, which is required to prevent bone loss. Increasing your calcium intake through food and supplements may help bone loss.
How to Compare Prescription Prices
Whether you have insurance or are purchasing prescriptions out-of-pocket --understanding the price of medication is important. With prescriptions costing hundreds of dollars each month, every penny counts. Fortunately, online comparison tools are available that allow you to find quickly pharmacies t
Safe Use of Nasal Decongestants
Nasal decongestants are safe for most patients, but their labeling includes a host of precautions as well as running the risk of adverse reactions in users as discussed in this article.
Boswellia Side Effects
Boswellia, also known as boswellia serrata or boswellia sacra, is a medicinal herb that is used to treat many things, the most common being swelling. Like any medication, boswellia can have side effects.
Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamases
Extended-spectrum ß-Lactamases (ESBLs) are extremely broad spectrum ß-Lactamase enzymes found in a variety of Enterobacter iaceae.
Long Term Effects of Ambien
Ambien, which is the brand name for the drug Zolpidem, is a medication used to treat insomnia. It is considered a sedative that allows the individual to essentially fall asleep easier and stay asleep through the night. People who tend to wake up a number of times during their common "sleep cycle," e
How to Use a Saline Nasal Rinse
Your sinuses are cavities located behind your nose and eyes. During illness and allergies, sinuses fill with fluid, causing pain and tightness. In fact, according to Healing Daily.com, sinus problems are the "No. 1 reason people see a doctor." Flushing sinuses with a saline solution helps to clear a
What Are the Benefits of Soaking in Epsom Salt?
Epsom salt is a mineral that is commonly mixed with water and is frequently used by people who practice holistic or alternative medicine. Epsom salt is also used by many athletes who believe in its healing abilities.