Drugs
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L194 Pill (Famotidine) White Round 8mm
L194 Pill (Famotidine) blocks the release of stomach acid mediated by the messenger histamine. Normally, histamine binds to special binding sites in the stomach lining, causing the release of stomach acid. Famotidine helps prevent this by removing the messenger substance from its binding sites. This medicine is used when too…
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Ferosul 325 mg: Is It Good For Iron Deficiency?
Ferosul 325 mg is an iron supplement prescribed by a doctor to treat low iron levels in the blood. It is often used to treat low iron levels caused by anemia or pregnancy. Iron is a substance we absorb through food. It is necessary for important functions in the body.…
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Dicloplex Forte (Painkiller)
Dicloplex forte has analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory properties. This drug also has antirheumatic properties. It prevents the formation of some messenger substances called prostaglandins in the body. These messenger substances play a significant role in the development of pain, fever and inflammation. Dicloplex forte is frequently used in the treatment…
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What Is Glucon? What Precautions Should Be Taken?
Glucon (Combination of Glucosamine and Chondroitin) are common supplements used to support joint health. These two ingredients are gaining attention for their potential to relieve symptoms and protect joint health, especially those associated with joint diseases such as painful knee osteoarthritis. What Is Glucosamine Sulfate? Glucosamine is a naturally occurring…
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Sukkarto SR (Metformin) For Diabetes
Sukkarto SR, the active ingredient of which is metformin, is used to treat high blood sugar levels caused by a type of diabetes or sugar diabetes called type 2 diabetes. People with type 2 diabetes cannot transport insulin produced by the pancreas into body cells. Using metformin, the active ingredient…
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Proxalin-plus (Naproxen, Acetaminophen)
Proxalin-plus is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) whose active ingredients are naproxen and acetaminophen (paracetamol) and works by reducing inflammation and pain in the body. It is generally used for conditions such as bursitis, gout, menstrual cramps, ankylosing spondylitis and tendinitis. There are two components in the medicine. If we…
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Viteen c (500 mg/1000 mg): Usage, Risks And Side Effects
Viteen c is an effervescent tablet containing vitamin C. Available in 500 mg and 1000 mg presentations. It is used in case of vitamin C deficiency. Since it is vitamin C, it is generally safe to use (in safe doses). What Is Vitamin C? Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) contained in…
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Cafiaspirina 500 mg: Usage, Side Effects And Precautions
Cafiaspirina is a drug (500 mg/50 mg) whose active ingredients are acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) and caffeine. Cafiaspirina is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain from headaches, menstrual periods, arthritis, toothaches, and muscle aches. In some cases, this medicine is also used to prevent heart attacks in…
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How Long Does Dilaudid Stay In Your System?
Dilaudid is a drug whose active ingredient is hydromorphone. It is used to relieve pain. This medication is used to relieve severe pain in people who are expected to need pain medication for a long time and cannot be treated with other medications. The ingredient in the drug, hydromorphone, is…
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Supartz Injection: Usage, Side Effects, Precautions
Supartz injection is a drug used to treat knee osteoarthritis (OA) pain, whose active ingredient is Hyaluronic Acid (Injection). This injection has fewer side effects compared to NSAIDs (eg ibuprofen). It acts by reducing joint stiffness and increasing mobility. Supartz injection can potentially help delay the time to total knee…
