Senior Health Articles A-Z
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Ibandronate Sodium Drug Information
Information on Carbidopa-Levodopa CR
This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the drug carbidopa-levodopa extended-release. Information includes its possible warnings, drug interactions, side effects, uses, and dosing.
Information on Chronic Fatigue
| Knee Arthroscopy (Loose Bodies) -- Major Complications |
This multimedia clip introduces possible major complications.
| Knee Arthroscopy (Loose Bodies) -- Minor Complications |
This interactive video discusses possible minor complications with this procedure.
| Knee Arthroscopy (Loose Bodies) -- Other Risks |
This multimedia clip describes major complications that can occur with this procedure.
| Knee Arthroscopy Leaving the Hospital - Information for Diabetic Patients |
This video clip features information for diabetic patients who are leaving the hospital.
| Knee Arthroscopy With Loose Body Removal - Presentation Summary |
This video explains what knee arthroscopy with loose body removal is and why it's needed.
| Knee Problems (Loose Bodies) |
This video clip explains some of the problems your doctor may find during knee arthroscopy.
| Leaving the Hospital After Your Knee Arthroscopy |
This video clip explains what you can expect in the days following your knee procedure.
| Local Anesthesia Option for Knee Arthroscopy With Loose Body Removal |
This video segment explains when local anesthesia may be used with this surgery.
Memantine is a prescription drug that is approved for treating dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. This eMedTV resource explains how memantine works, offers dosing information for the medication, and lists side effects that may occur.
The full recommended dose of memantine for Alzheimer's treatment is 10 mg twice a day. This page from the eMedTV Web site contains memantine dosing guidelines and includes a list of tips and precautions for those taking the medication.
Memantine hydrochloride (HCl) is a medication used to treat dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the drug, including its possible side effects, warnings, uses, dosing, and drug interactions.
Miacalcin is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, among other things. This eMedTV segment describes Miacalcin in detail, including information on additional uses, side effects, dosing, and how the drug is administered.
Miacalcin injection is used for treating high blood calcium, Paget's disease, and osteoporosis. This eMedTV Web page explains how the Miacalcin injection is given, describes the effects of the medicine, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Miacalcin Injection -- Osteoporosis
Miacalcin Injection and Breastfeeding
Women are generally advised to avoid breastfeeding while using Miacalcin injection. This eMedTV Web page discusses the link between Miacalcin injection and breastfeeding in more detail and explains whether the drug passes through breast milk.
Miacalcin Injection and Pregnancy
At this time, it is not known whether Miacalcin injection is safe for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Miacalcin injection and pregnancy, and describes the problems that occurred in studies on pregnant animals.
For the treatment of Paget's disease, the usual recommended Miacalcin injection dosage is 100 IU once daily. This eMedTV article also provides Miacalcin injection dosing recommendations for the treatment of high blood calcium and osteoporosis.
Miacalcin Injection Drug Interactions
Bisphosphonate medications could cause negative interactions with Miacalcin injection. This eMedTV Web page lists various bisphosphonate products that may cause Miacalcin drug interactions and describes the effects of these interactions.
Studies have shown that a large dose of Miacalcin given by injection can cause nausea and vomiting. This eMedTV segment lists other possible Miacalcin injection overdose effects and explains what treatment options are available.
Miacalcin Injection Side Effects
Possible Miacalcin injection side effects include eye pain, nausea, and flushing of the face or hands. This eMedTV segment lists both common and rare (but potentially serious) side effects of the drug that have been reported in clinical studies.
Miacalcin injection is used for the treatment of high blood calcium, Paget's disease, and osteoporosis. This eMedTV resource further discusses specific Miacalcin injection uses and explains whether the drug is used off-label for other conditions.
Miacalcin Injection Warnings and Precautions
Before using Miacalcin injection, let your doctor know if you have low blood calcium or any allergies. This eMedTV page discusses other Miacalcin warnings and precautions, including possible side effects or complications that may occur with the drug.
| Moving to the Recovery Room After Your Knee Arthroscopy |
This video clip explains what you can expect after your knee arthroscopy.
Oxybutynin is a prescription drug licensed to treat the symptoms of neurogenic bladder. This eMedTV Web page further describes oxybutynin and discusses its effects and possible side effects. Oxybutanin is a common misspelling of oxybutynin.
Oxybutynin is a medication that can be prescribed to treat the symptoms of neurogenic bladder. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of oxybutynin and lists possible side effects that may occur. Oxybutinin is a common misspelling of oxybutynin.
Oxybutynin is commonly prescribed to treat bladder conditions caused by nerve problems. This eMedTV article discusses specific oxybutynin uses, explains how the medication works, and offers dosing information, including when and how to take it.
Oxybutynin Chloride ER Drug Information
Oxybutynin Chloride for Overactive Bladder
Oxybutynin chloride is a prescription medicine used to treat overactive bladder. This eMedTV page includes information on oxybutynin chloride precautions, along with possible side effects.
The recommended oxybutynin dose for adults with bladder problems is 5 mg two to three times daily. This eMedTV segment also offers oxybutynin dosing guidelines for children and elderly people, and includes tips for when and how to take the drug.
Pramlintide, protease inhibitors, and certain antibiotics may interact with oxybutynin. This eMedTV resource lists other types of medications that may cause oxybutynin drug interactions and describes the potential effects of these interactions.
Oxybutynin ER is a prescription medicine licensed to treat bladder problems due to an overactive bladder. This eMedTV page describes the effects of oxybutynin ER, explains how the drug works, and offers dosing guidelines and tips for taking the drug.
The recommended oxybutynin ER dose for adults is 5 to 10 mg once daily. This article from the eMedTV library also includes oxybutynin ER dosing guidelines for children with bladder problems due to neurological disorders.
Common oxybutynin side effects may include abdominal pain, nausea, and insomnia. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other common side effects of the drug, as well as serious side effects that may require prompt medical attention.
Precautions and Warnings With Alendronate
You should not take alendronate if you cannot sit or stand upright for 30 minutes. This selection from the eMedTV library provides several precautions and warnings with alendronate, including what to discuss with your doctor prior to taking it.
Precautions and Warnings With Alendronate and Cholecalciferol
Alendronate and cholecalciferol may cause extreme muscle or bone pain. This eMedTV page offers other precautions and warnings with alendronate and cholecalciferol, including a more complete list of possible side effects that may occur with the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Calcitonin Salmon Nasal Spray
You should not use calcitonin salmon nasal spray if you have low blood calcium. This eMedTV Web page provides other precautions and warnings with calcitonin salmon nasal spray to be aware of and offers information on who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Carbidopa
Carbidopa, combined with levodopa, can cause involuntary muscle movements called dyskinesias. This eMedTV segment provides more precautions and warnings with carbidopa, including a list of other side effects or complications that may occur.
Precautions and Warnings With Carbidopa-Levodopa CR
Carbidopa-levodopa CR may cause or worsen certain mental illnesses. This portion of the eMedTV library lists other precautions and warnings with carbidopa-levodopa CR to be aware of before starting the medicine, including who should avoid this drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Darifenacin
Darifenacin can decrease your ability to sweat, which may increase your risk of heat stroke. This eMedTV article includes other precautions and warnings with darifenacin and provides a list of people who should not take the medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Etidronate
You should not take etidronate if you have osteomalacia (weak bones caused by a vitamin D deficiency). This eMedTV Web page includes other precautions and warnings with etidronate and lists possible side effects that may occur with the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Galantamine
Galantamine may increase the risk of death in people with cognitive impairment not related to Alzheimer's. This eMedTV segment includes other precautions and warnings with galantamine and offers information on who should not take this drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Ibandronate
Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a rare but possible complication that may occur with the use of ibandronate. This eMedTV resource contains more precautions and warnings with ibandronate, including information on who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Memantine
Memantine could potentially cause problems in people with epilepsy. This article from the eMedTV archives provides a list of other important precautions and warnings with memantine and also explains who should not use this medication.
Precautions and Warnings With Oxybutynin
You should not take oxybutynin if you have difficulty passing urine. This eMedTV article further explains who should not take the drug. Other precautions and warnings with oxybutynin, including possible side effects, are also provided.
Precautions and Warnings With Oxybutynin ER
Oxybutynin ER could slow your digestive tract. This part of the eMedTV site lists other possible side effects or complications that may occur with oxybutynin ER. Warnings and precautions on who should not take the drug are also included on this page.
Precautions and Warnings With Raloxifene
If you have liver or kidney disease, your body may not handle raloxifene as well as it should. This eMedTV page provides other precautions and warnings with raloxifene to be aware of. Understanding these can help ensure a safe treatment process.
Precautions and Warnings With Rivastigmine
Rivastigmine can cause serious gastrointestinal reactions, including severe nausea and vomiting. This eMedTV segment provides other important precautions and warnings with rivastigmine, including a list of other potential side effects that may occur.
Precautions and Warnings With Solifenacin Succinate
People with liver or kidney disease may need to take a lower dose of solifenacin succinate. This eMedTV page includes other important precautions and warnings with solifenacin succinate and offers information on who should not take the medicine.
Precautions and Warnings With Tacrine
Stopping tacrine (or decreasing the dose) suddenly can worsen Alzheimer's symptoms. This eMedTV segment covers other precautions and warnings with tacrine, including potential side effects or complications that may occur with the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Teriparatide
Teriparatide can cause lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting during your first few doses. This eMedTV segment lists other precautions and warnings with teriparatide and also provides information on who should not take the osteoporosis medication.
Precautions and Warnings With the Shingles Vaccine
You should not get the shingles vaccine if you are severely allergic to gelatin. This page on the eMedTV site offers more information on who should not get vaccinated and lists other important precautions and warnings with the shingles vaccine.
Precautions and Warnings With Tolterodine
You should not take tolterodine if you have difficulty passing urine. This eMedTV page further explains who should not take the drug and offers other precautions and warnings with tolterodine, including a list of possible side effects that may occur.
Precautions and Warnings With Tolterodine ER
High doses of tolterodine ER may increase the risk of QT prolongation (a serious irregular heart rhythm). This eMedTV article provides other precautions and warnings with tolterodine ER, including a list of people who should not take the drug.
Precautions and Warnings With Trospium
Before taking trospium, let your doctor know if you have liver disease, digestive problems, or glaucoma. This eMedTV segment lists other conditions you should tell your doctor about and includes more precautions and warnings with trospium.
Precautions and Warnings With Trospium XR
Before taking trospium XR, tell your doctor about any health problems you have and any drugs you are taking. This eMedTV Web page describes other important warnings and precautions with trospium XR you should know about before taking the medication.
Raloxifene is a prescription drug that can be used for postmenopausal women who have osteoporosis. As this eMedTV segment explains, it can also be used to prevent breast cancer in these women. Raloxifen is a common misspelling of raloxifene.
Raloxifene is prescribed to treat postmenopausal women for osteoporosis. As this eMedTV article explains, it can also help reduce their risk of breast cancer. The drug's effects, dosing guidelines, and side effects are also described in detail.
Raloxifene dosing guidelines are the same for everyone, as this eMedTV Web page discusses. This page explains what this dose is and also offers helpful tips for when and how to take the medication to ensure a safe, successful treatment process.
Raloxifene HCl for Osteoporosis
Although most people have no problems with raloxifene, side effects can occur. This eMedTV segment lists the most common side effects, rare side effects, and side effects that should be reported immediately to your healthcare provider.
Raloxifene was initially used for osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. As this eMedTV page explains, it helps prevent breast cancer, too. The drug's effects and dosing guidelines are also described. Raloxifine is a common misspelling of raloxifene.
Raloxifene, as this eMedTV page explains, is used for osteoporosis, but can also help reduce the risk of breast cancer. A brief overview of the drug and a link to more information is included. Raloxiphene is a common misspelling of raloxifene.
Raloxifene can be prescribed to postmenopausal women for two different conditions. This eMedTV page lists these conditions, offers dosing information for the drug, and links to more information. Reloxifene is a common misspelling of raloxifene.
Reminyl is the name under which Razadyne was originally sold. As this portion of the eMedTV library explains, this name was changed awhile ago because many people confused Reminyl with a similar-sounding medication called Amaryl.
| Risks for Knee Arthroscopy (Loose Bodies) -- Final Thoughts |
This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.
| Risks for Knee Arthroscopy With Loose Body Removal -- Abnormal Scarring |
This video clip discusses the scar you will have after the procedure.
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