Medications & Drugs

Tasigna Side Effects

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Tasigna, generically known as nilotinib, is a drug used to treat a specific strain of blood cancer. As is the case with prescription drugs, Tasigna may cause a number of side effects varying in severity based upon dose size and the individual.

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How to Recognize Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency

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A vitamin D deficiency is serious, however, many people are unaware of the severity of this condition. It’s difficult to diagnose a vitamin deficiency because the symptoms mimic a variety of muscular, gastrointestinal and autoimmune diseases. To identify a vitamin D deficiency, you must know t

Levitra Instructions

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Taking Levitra can help you achieve and maintain an erection if you suffer from erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction can occur with age or from certain medical conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, spinal cord injuries or hardening of the arteries. Levitra helps you achieve an ere

Mesalazine Side Effects

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Also called mesalamine, mesalazine is a prescription rectal suppository used to treat Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Despite its effectiveness, mesalazine poses a risk for side effects in some patients.

What Are the Dangers of Mega Vitamins?

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Taking mega vitamins, or consuming large doses of vitamins, has been considered beneficial to health. However, overdosing on vitamins can cause serious health conditions.

How to Rate Vitamins

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There's no standard ranking order of essential vitamins. All vitamins are essential for good health. A vitamin's level of importance depends largely on individual factors like diet, physical stage of development, gender, etc. Each of us has our own personal vitamin-rating profile that changes over t

Benefiber Side Effects

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It is recommended that people get between 25 and 38 g of natural fiber per day. Most Americans don't eat enough fiber to meet these standards, so supplements can be an excellent addition to most regular diets. Fiber is important to promote regularity and proper digestive health, and Benefiber as a s

Side Effects of Novo-Metformin

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Novo-Metformin is a brand name of the metformin prescription drug. The drug is also sold under the Glucophage brand name. This medication is used to treat diabetes mellitus which is also known as type 2 diabetes. This drug helps lower blood sugar levels when they are too high and it aids the process

The Best Non-Caffeine Weight Loss Supplement

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Dietary supplements are often a mixed bag, with few living up to their label claims. According to information from the Mayo Clinic, many caffeine-containing weight loss supplements are mildly effective at best and downright dangerous at worst (such as Ephedra). When it comes to non-caffeinated wei

How to Cut Camellias

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Camellias thrive in the heat of Southern gardens and the large, pink, red and white flowers make showy cut flowers. They bloom in late fall and early winter -- a time when few other flowers are in bloom. Proper cutting and stem preparation helps extend the vase life, but even with the best preparati

Long-Term Effects of Insulin on Blood Vessels

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Insulin is the most common treatment for diabetes and is usually administered by injection. People with diabetes take insulin as long as the disease persists. Over time, there can be some side effects which affect blood vessels. Some patients develop a kind of insulin resistance, which can reduce th

Raw Foods High in Potassium

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Many raw foods provide high levels of nutrients, including potassium which helps to control blood pressure. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, this mineral helps the kidneys to function normally and is good for the heart. It is important to consume potassium rich...

What Is Iron Used for in the Body?

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Iron is found in many foods, including soybeans, legumes, tofu, strawberries, raisins, spinach, liver, red meat, pork, seafood and chicken. Many cereals are also fortified with iron and most multivitamins include iron. It is an important element in a healthy body. Iron deficiency can cause many prob

How to Get Off Ambien

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Ambien is a hypnotic, or sedative, medication. It treats insomnia by altering the levels of certain chemicals in the brain. Unfortunately, Ambien also causes numerous side effects, including memory loss, daytime sleepiness, confusion and sleepwalking. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administrati

Side Effects of Taking Metformin

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Metformin is a prescription medication for controlling the symptoms of type 2 diabetes. The side effects depend on your age and overall health, and may include digestive and cardiac problems, as well as lactic acidosis, which is a rare side effect that may be fatal if left untreated. Consider thes

Rasilez Side Effects

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The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that over 7 million people worldwide die from conditions related to high blood pressure or hypertension each year, accounting for approximately 13 percent of all annual deaths. Additionally, the WHO reports that 600 million people around the world suffer