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Ondansetron is an antiemetic after surgery
Ondansetron is known to be a highly selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. 5HT3 is a substance released during chemotherapy or radiation therapy, this substance is present in the small intestine and causes the vomiting reflex.
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Interactions between oral contraceptives and antiepileptic drugs
It is known that antiepileptic drugs with cytochrome P450 isoenzyme P450 (CYP450) in the liver reduce sex hormone levels in women taking oral contraceptives, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the drug and increasing the risk of unwanted pregnancy. Meanwhile, antiepileptic drugs without isoenzymes in the liver will not affect the effectiveness of oral contraceptives. So what is the interaction between oral contraceptives and antiepileptic drugs?
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Interactions between hormonal contraceptives and enzyme inducers
Serum concentrations of oral contraceptives may be altered by concomitant administration of other drugs, particularly enzyme inducers, with hormonal contraceptives. Therefore, drug interactions should always be considered when prescribing hormonal contraceptives, as these can cause contraceptive failure or increase drug side effects. .
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Eating grapefruit and taking medicine: Some notes to be careful
Grapefruit and grapefruit juice are very good for health, because they provide many essential nutrients for the body to grow. However, if the patient is taking medicine to treat some diseases, they should not eat grapefruit, because the components in grapefruit can cause some unwanted drug interactions.
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Horizant: Uses, indications and precautions when using
Horizant is used to treat moderate to severe restless legs syndrome. It is also used to relieve nerve pain after shingles (a painful rash caused by a herpes zoster infection). The main ingredient in Horizant is Gabapentin allowcarbil which is changed by your body into gabapentin. Gabapentin belongs to the class of antiepileptic or anticonvulsant drugs.
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Drugs that affect bone density
Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and impaired bone structure, which can lead to an increased likelihood of fractures. Common risk factors for osteoporosis are smoking, alcoholism, and physical inactivity. However, there is also an underappreciated potential cause due to the use of drugs that affect bone density.
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Phytok - Vitamin K1 drops: Information to note when using
Phytok is prepared in the form of an oral emulsion, each 1 ml of the drug solution contains 20 mg of vitamin K1 (phytomenadion). Phytok is used in cases of vitamin K deficiency that cannot be supplemented through diet.
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Uses and ingredients of Keppra (levetiracetam)
Keppra is an anti-epileptic medicine that comes in the form of a film-coated tablet that contains the active ingredient levetiracetam. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment, as well as avoid side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor or pharmacist.
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What are the side effects of Lamotrigine?
Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant, for the treatment of epilepsy, and for the prevention of mood swings in patients with bipolar disorder. For more information about the effects, corresponding doses, as well as any side effects of Lamotrigine, please read the article below.
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What is Gabantin 300?
Gabantin is indicated for the treatment of neuropathic pain in adults, as monotherapy or as adjunctive therapy for partial seizures with or without secondary generalization in patients over 12 years of age. This is a prescription drug, so it is important to use it as directed by your doctor.
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Uses of Mezapentin 600mg
Mezapentin 600mg is an antiepileptic drug and relieves neuropathic pain after shingles in adults. The drug has the main ingredient Gabapentin, which is made in the form of tablets.
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