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Sildenafil citrate, sold as Viagra, Revatio and under various other trade names, is a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It was developed and is being marketed by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer. It acts by inhibiting cGMP specific phosphodiesterase type 5, an enzyme that regulates blood flow in the penis. Since becoming available in 1998, sildenafil has been the prime treatment for erectile dysfunction; its primary competitors on the market are tadalafil (Cialis) and vardenafil (Levitra).

Vardenafil (INN) is a PDE5 inhibitor used for treating impotence (erectile dysfunction) that is sold under the trade name Levitra (Bayer AG, GSK, and SP).

Tadalafil is a PDE5 inhibitor, currently marketed in pill form for treating erectile dysfunction (ED) under the name Cialis; it has recently been approved for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension, and has been used for other conditions. It initially was developed by the biotechnology company ICOS, and then again developed and marketed world-wide by Lilly ICOS, LLC, the joint venture of ICOS Corporation and Eli Lilly and Company.

Finasteride (marketed by Merck under the trademark names Proscar and Propecia, also available under several generic names) is a synthetic antiandrogen that acts by inhibiting type II 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Finasteride was initially approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1992 under the brand name Proscar, a treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In 1997, the FDA approved finasteride to treat male pattern baldness (MPB) under the brand name Propecia.

Sildenafil citrate, sold as Viagra, Revatio and under various other trade names, is a drug used to treat erectile dysfunction and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). It was developed and is being marketed by the pharmaceutical company Pfizer. It acts by inhibiting cGMP specific phosphodiesterase type 5, an enzyme that regulates blood flow in the penis. Since becoming available in 1998, sildenafil has been the prime treatment for erectile dysfunction; its primary competitors on the market are tadalafil (Cialis) and vardenafil (Levitra).

Indications:

Methylergometrine is used in the management and prevention of postpartum and postabortal hemorrhage by producing firm uterine contractions and decreasing uterine bleeding. It is also used in the second stage of labor following delivery of the anterior shoulder, but only under full obstetric observation.

How to take:

Take this medication exactly as prescribed. For more detailed information please see label and please consult specialist. Do not take more Methylergometrine than is indicated at the label without consulting a doctor.

Precautions:

Inform the doctor if patient have a history of: heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney problems, liver problems, blood vessel disease, circulation problems, allergies. This drug should not be used during pregnancy. Methylergometrine appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Indications:

Cimetidine is used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease, heartburn and the prevention of gastrointestinal bleeding. It is also used to treat stress ulcers, viral warts, itching and to prevent aspiration pneumonia during surgery. This medication may be prescribed for other uses, ask the doctor for more information.

How to take:

Cimetidine is taken as directed by the physician. For over-the-counter Cimetidine it is usually taken once or twice a day with a glass of water. Do not take it for more than 2 weeks unless prescribed by the doctor. Call the doctor and stop taking Cimetidine if symptoms of heartburn, acid indigestion, or sour stomach persist after 2 weeks. If a dose is missed, take one as soon as possible. For more detailed information please see label and please consult specialist. Do not take more Cimetidine than it is indicated at the label without consulting a doctor.

Precautions:

It is best to finish the full course of Cimetidine prescribed by your doctor because it may take several days for the condition to improve. Inform the doctor of the other drugs taken as its interaction might aggravate the condition. Limit smoking and drinking alcohol as these increase irritation in the stomach and can increase the time for the ulcer to heal. Call the doctor if in case the patient has black, tarry stools or vomit up what looks like ground coffee, patient may have a bleeding ulcer. Cimetidine is not recommended for children and pregnant women.

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Indications:

Levothyroxine is used for replacement or supplemental therapy for congenital or acquired hypothyroidism. It is also use in the treatment or prevention of various types of euthyroid goiters.

How to take:

Take Levothyroxine as directed by the doctor. Starting doses and dose changes may differ with individual patients based upon age, the presence of cardiovascular disease, the development of tolerance, side effects to the medication, and blood levels of thyroid hormone. It may take one to three weeks after initiating therapy with levothyroxine or changing the dose before effects are seen. The goal of replacement therapy is to maintain a normal blood thyroxine level. For more detailed information please see label and please consult specialist. Do not take more Levothyroxine than is indicated at the label without consulting a doctor.

Precautions:

Levothyroxine therapy is usually well-tolerated. If symptoms occur, often they are due to toxic levels of thyroid hormone and the symptoms are those of hyperthyroidism. Symptoms may include all or some of the following: chest pain, increased heart rate or pulse rate, excessive sweating, heat intolerance, nervousness, headache, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss, or fever. Women may experience irregular menstrual cycles.

Indications:

Lasix is indicated to treat edema, mild to moderate hypertension, congestive heart failure, and chronic renal failure. Lasix may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

How to take:

Before starting Lasix therapy, discuss patient condition with a healthcare provide. Therapy should be individualized according to patient response to gain maximal therapeutic response and to determine the minimal dose needed to maintain that response. Adult dose is initially 1-2 tabs until satisfactory diuresis is obtained.

Precautions:

Lasix is should not be used if patient is unable to urinate. Effect of Lasix is diuresis therefore to prevent dehydration, increase potassium supplements or get salt and potassium in the diet. If Lasix is used to treat hypertension, keep using Lasix even if you feel fine. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.

Indications:

For the relief of cough and colds and nasal congestion.

How to take:

Take 1 tablet every 6 hours. Increase fluid intake to dilute secretion. Please see label. For more detailed information please consult specialist. Do not take more of Phenyporpanolamine than it is indicated at the label without consulting your doctor.

Precautions:

Do not violate instructions. It can cause drowsiness and paradoxical excitation.

Indications:

Simvastatin is used in the reduction of elevated cholesterol levels. Reducing cholesterol and triglycerides help prevent strokes and heart attacks. This drug is used in adjunct with proper diet and exercise.

How to take:

Simvastatin is taken by mouth once daily in the evening, with or without food. Dosage requirements for simvastatin are variable and must be individualized on the basis of the disease under treatment and the response of the patient. For more detailed information please see label and please consult specialist. Do not take more Simvastatin than is indicated at the label without consulting a doctor.

Precautions:

Simvastatin is used with caution in patient

Indications :

Carbocisteine Cap., 500 mg can be used for adjunctive therapy for acute and chronic disorder of the respiratory tract associated with excessie or viscous mucus as in chronic bronchitis, sinusitis and otitis media with effusion.

How to take:

1 capsule every 8 hours. Please see label. For more detailed information please consult specialist. Do not take more of Carbocisteine Cap., 500 mg than it is indicated at the label without consulting your doctor.

Precautions:

Do not violate instructions.

Indication:

Lipitor is cholesterol lowering medication that works by blocking the production of cholesterol in the body. It reduces the bad cholesterol which is the LDL cholesterol and the total cholesterol in the blood. By lowering the cholesterol, sickness such as heart disease and hardening of the arteries may be prevented to avoid heart attack, stroke, and vascular disease.

How to take:

Take Lipitor exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts and for prolonged periods of time unless prescribed by the doctor. Always follow the directions on the prescription label.

Take each tablet with a full glass of water with food or in an empty stomach. As it is usually taken once a day, try to take each dose the same time each day. Lipitor is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely. Lipitor may need to be taken for a long term basis depending on the diagnosis of the doctor.

Precautions:

Foods that are high in fat or cholesterol should be avoided during Lipitor therapy as it may reduce the effectiveness of the drug if strict cholesterol lowering diet is not followed. Alcohol drinking is also avoided as alcohol is known to raise triglyceride levels and may also cause liver damage. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may interact with Lipitor and lead to potentially dangerous effects. Discuss the use of grapefruit products with your doctor. Do not increase or decrease the amount of grapefruit products in your diet without first talking to your doctor.

Indication:

Acute & chronic disease of respiratory tract with thickened mucous cause by bronchitis and asthma, post-op-treatment and in intensive care to avoid pulmonary complication.

How to take:

Adults & children over 10 yrs.: 1 tab, 3 times daily. Children 5 - 10 yrs.: ?tab, 3 times daily. Long-term treatment : reduce dose to twice daily. Please see label. For more detailed information please consult specialist. Do not take more of Ambroxol Hcl than it is indicated at the label without consulting your doctor.

Precautions:

Do not violate instructions.

Indications:

Methyldopa is used in the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. This drug is particularly useful for clients with impaired renal function, renal hypertension, resistant cases of hypertension complicated by stroke, and coronary arterial diseases.

How to take:

Methyldopa is taken as prescribed by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day and may be taken with food or fluids to prevent gastric irritation. It is important to take the medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Precautions:

Doctor should be informed of patients medical history especially allergies and liver problems. When arising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly to avoid dizziness and lightheadedness. It is also important to limit alcohol intake when using this drug. For pregnant and lactating mothers, Methyldopa is excreted in breast milk therefore consult a doctor before using this drug.

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Indications:

Methyldopa is used in the treatment of hypertension or high blood pressure. This drug is particularly useful for clients with impaired renal function, renal hypertension, resistant cases of hypertension complicated by stroke, and coronary arterial diseases.

How to take:

Methyldopa is taken as prescribed by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day and may be taken with food or fluids to prevent gastric irritation. It is important to take the medication even if you feel well. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is abruptly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.

Precautions:

Doctor should be informed of patients medical history especially allergies and liver problems. When arising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly to avoid dizziness and lightheadedness. It is also important to limit alcohol intake when using this drug. For pregnant and lactating mothers, Methyldopa is excreted in breast milk therefore consult a doctor before using this drug.

Indications:

Sildenafil is used to treat impotence in men and can improve the ability to exercise in people with pulmonary arterial hypertension. It is also used to enhance the vasodilatory effect of nitric oxide of the penis thus sustaining an erection. Studies show that this drug cannot cure erectile dysfunction, prevent pregnancy or the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.

How to take:

If Sildenafil is for erectile dysfunction it is taken as needed before any sexual activity as prescribed by the doctor. The best time to take this drug is an hour before sexual contact and should be taken only once a day. Sildenafil is taken with or without food. Medication will take longer to effect if medication taken together with a high fat meal. If Sildenafil is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, doctor″s prescription should be followed. It is usually taken three times a day with or without food. Take this drug at around the same time every day, and space the doses about 4 to 6 hours apart,. For more detailed information please see label and please consult specialist. Do not take more Sildenafil than it is indicated at the label without consulting your doctor.

Precautions:

Common side effects of Sildenafil are facial flushing, headache, stomach ache, nausea, and diarrhea. More severe effects include sudden hearing loss and dizziness. In rare cases patients suffer painful and prolonged erection that last for 4 hours, immediately stop using the drug and seek medical attention before permanent problems arise.