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Statins, warfarin, and cyclosporine are a few of the drugs that can potentially interact with Triglide. This eMedTV article explains how Triglide drug interactions can increase your risk of bleeding or developing kidney problems, among other things.
Triglide Precautions and Warnings
Triglide can raise the cholesterol content in the bile, leading to gallstones. This eMedTV page also lists other Triglide precautions and warnings, like the safety of taking the drug if you have kidney problems or are over the age of 65 or nursing.
Flu-like symptoms, nausea, and runny nose are a few common Triglide side effects. This eMedTV article also lists rare side effects, such as anxiety and infections; and side effects to report to your doctor right away, such as fever and itching.
As this eMedTV page explains, Triglide uses include lowering cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the body. This page describes how Triglide works and emphasizes that it should be used along with lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.
TriNessa is a prescription oral contraceptive also commonly used for treating acne. This eMedTV page explains how TriNessa works and offers a more in-depth look at its effects, warnings and precautions, dosing information, and potential side effects.
This eMedTV Web page looks at TriNessa birth control pills. Information discussed includes side effects (such as weight gain), interactions, warnings, and dosing.
To reduce the risk of pregnancy, you must follow TriNessa dosing guidelines carefully. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers detailed information on how to correctly take your daily TriNessa dose and includes important precautions and warnings.
Triphasil is a birth control pill that contains three different "phases" of pills in each pack. This eMedTV article describes this form of contraception in more detail, explains how it works, and lists some of the potential side effects of Triphasil.
It is generally not recommended to use Triphasil while breastfeeding. This article from the eMedTV site contains more information about Triphasil and breastfeeding, and describes the problems that may occur if you use Triphasil while breastfeeding.
Taking Triphasil during pregnancy could potentially cause problems. This part of the eMedTV archives offers more information on Triphasil and pregnancy, and explains why you should stop using birth control pills while you are pregnant.
This eMedTV Web presentation looks at Triphasil birth control pills. Information discussed includes its side effects, uses, dosing, drug interactions, and warnings.
There is only one standard Triphasil dosage, regardless of your age, weight, or medical conditions. This eMedTV Web page provides Triphasil dosing guidelines and includes information on what you should do if you miss any doses.
If antibiotics, modafinil, or protease inhibitors are taken with Triphasil, drug interactions may occur. As this eMedTV resource explains, drug interactions with Triphasil can increase your risk of side effects or unintentional pregnancy.
Nausea, vomiting, and vaginal bleeding are symptoms that may occur with a Triphasil overdose. This page on the eMedTV site further discusses the possible effects of a Triphasil overdose and describes the various treatment options that are available.
Nausea, acne, and bloating are some of the most commonly reported Triphasil side effects. This eMedTV page lists other possible side effects of Triphasil and explains which side effects are potentially serious and require immediate medical attention.
Triphasil is primarily used for preventing pregnancy, but as this eMedTV page explains, it can also be used off-label for other purposes. Some of the common off-label Triphasil uses include the treatment of acne and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
Triphasil Warnings and Precautions
Before using Triphasil, let your doctor know if you have diabetes, depression, or high cholesterol. This eMedTV article lists other Triphasil warnings and precautions, including important information on who should not use this form of birth control.
Warnings and Precautions With Ketorolac
Some warnings and precautions with ketorolac involve an increased risk for major bleeding. This eMedTV article discusses other precautions and warnings to be aware of before starting ketorolac therapy, such as those involving pregnancy and nursing.
Warnings and Precautions With Ondansetron
This eMedTV segment highlights some of the warnings and precautions with ondansetron, such as certain drug interactions and knowing the risks of taking the medicine while pregnant or breastfeeding. This page also explains who should avoid the drug.
Aprepitant is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by surgery or chemotherapy. This eMedTV Web page explores how the medicine works, explains whether it can be used in children, and discusses possible off-label aprepitant uses.
Aranelle is a combined oral contraceptive that is used for preventing pregnancy in women of reproductive age. This eMedTV page describes other Aranelle uses, such as its off-label uses to treat acne, PMDD, and painful or irregular menstrual periods.
Azelastine is used for treating non-allergic nasal symptoms and seasonal nasal allergy symptoms. This eMedTV Web page further explains what the medicine is used for, describes how it works, and discusses possible off-label azelastine uses.
What Is Beclomethasone Nasal Spray Used For?
Beclomethasone nasal spray is used for treating nasal symptoms caused by irritants and allergies. This eMedTV Web page discusses other uses for the medication, including any possible off-label uses and whether it is given to children.
What Is Budesonide Nasal Spray Used For?
Budesonide nasal spray is used for the treatment of nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of the drug, explains how it works, and lists possible off-label budesonide nasal spray uses.
The most common Cesia use is for preventing pregnancy. This eMedTV article offers a discussion on what Cesia is used for, including some of the drug's "off-label" uses, such as the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding and acne.
What Is Cetirizine and Pseudoephedrine Used For?
Cetirizine and pseudoephedrine is approved to treat runny nose, nasal congestion, and other symptoms. This eMedTV segment goes into detail about what cetirizine and pseudoephedrine is used for, including whether the drug can be used by children.
Cetirizine is used to treat several allergy symptoms, including runny nose, sneezing, and itchy throat. This eMedTV article takes a closer look at what cetirizine is used for, including information on how it works and whether it is used in children.
Ciclesonide is used for the treatment of common nasal symptoms caused by allergies. This segment of the eMedTV Web site explains how the drug can help improve nasal allergy symptoms and lists possible off-label ciclesonide uses.
High cholesterol and type 2 diabetes are two conditions that colesevelam is used to treat. This eMedTV selection discusses these colesevelam uses in detail, including "off-label" uses. This article also addresses whether children can take the drug.
What is colestipol used for? As this eMedTV article explains, the drug is used for the treatment of high cholesterol. Regular use can help reduce the risk of developing complications often associated with high cholesterol, such as chest pain.
What Is Desloratadine and Pseudoephedrine Used For?
This eMedTV page answers a question many people with allergies may wonder: What is desloratadine and pseudoephedrine used for? As this article explains, it is used for treating outdoor allergy symptoms like itchy ears, nose, and throat.
What Is Desloratadine Used For?
What is desloratadine used for? This eMedTV page describes how the drug is used to treat symptoms of hay fever -- like sneezing; runny nose; and itchy, watery eyes -- as well as symptoms caused by indoor allergens, like pets, fungi, and molds.
Dolasetron is used for preventing nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy or surgery. This section of the eMedTV library also lists possible "off-label" dolasetron uses and explains whether the medication can be used in children.
As this eMedTV segment explains, donepezil is used for treating symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. The drug can help improve memory, reason, attention, language, and the ability to perform simple tasks.
Errin is a progestin-only birth control pill that is used for preventing pregnancy. This eMedTV resource further explores Errin uses (including off-label uses) and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of this form of contraception.
What is ezetimibe used for? As this eMedTV article explains, ezetimibe is used for the treatment of high cholesterol and a rare genetic condition called sitosterolemia. This page also explains how the drug works and discusses its uses in children.
What Is Fexofenadine and Pseudoephedrine Used For?
What is fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine used for? As this eMedTV page explains, fexofenadine and pseudoephedrine, a combination medicine, is used for treating common hay fever symptoms in adults and children 12 years of age and older.
Filgrastim is used for increasing neutrophil production to help the body fight off infections. This part of the eMedTV Web site offers more information on specific filgrastim uses, including a list of possible "off-label" uses for the drug.
What Is Flunisolide Nasal Solution Used For?
Flunisolide nasal solution is used for treating sneezing, runny nose, and itching due to allergies. This eMedTV article describes the effects of the medicine in more detail and also discusses possible off-label flunisolide nasal solution uses.
What Is Fluticasone Furoate Used For?
Fluticasone furoate is used for treating seasonal and perennial nasal allergy symptoms. This eMedTV page explains what else the drug is used for, lists common off-label fluticasone furoate uses, and discusses whether the medicine is used in children.
What Is Fluticasone Propionate Nasal Spray Used For?
Fluticasone propionate nasal spray is used for treating both allergic and non-allergic rhinitis. This part of the eMedTV site describes the specific effects of the nasal spray and discusses possible off-label fluticasone propionate nasal spray uses.
What is fluvastatin used for? As this eMedTV page explains, fluvastatin is used to treat high cholesterol and high triglycerides. In those with heart disease, it can also reduce the chances of needing open heart surgery, among other things.
What is gemfibrozil used for? As this eMedTV page explains, gemfibrozil treats high triglycerides and high cholesterol and lowers the risk of developing coronary heart disease. Gemfibrozil has no universally accepted off-label uses.
Granisetron is used for preventing nausea and vomiting due to radiation and chemotherapy. This eMedTV Web page discusses granisetron uses in more detail, including an explanation of how the drug works and whether it can be used in children.
What Is Ipratropium Nasal Spray Used For?
Ipratropium nasal spray is used for the treatment of a runny nose in adults and children. This section of the eMedTV library discusses how the medication works to treat the common cold, allergies, and year-round, non-allergic nasal symptoms.
Junel Fe is a birth control pill that is used for preventing pregnancy in women of reproductive age. As this eMedTV resource explains, off-label Junel Fe uses can include treating acne and PMDD. This page also describes several benefits of Junel Fe.
What is ketorolac used for? Ketorolac is used for relieving pain, such as that which follows a procedure. This eMedTV resource discusses other types of pain that ketorolac may relieve, such as pain associated with kidney stones or cancer.
What Is Levocetirizine Used For?
This section of the eMedTV archives explores levocetirizine uses, including its use to relieve allergy symptoms and treat chronic hives of unknown cause. This article also discusses levocetirizine uses in children and off-label uses of the drug.
Levora is mainly used for preventing pregnancy. As this page from the eMedTV site explains, the birth control pill can also sometimes be used off-label for other conditions. This article lists some of the common off-label Levora uses.
What Is Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine Sulfate Used For?
Loratadine and pseudoephedrine sulfate is used for treating common nasal allergy symptoms. As this eMedTV segment explains, however, uses of the medication are also focused on the relief of nasal congestion due to the common cold.
Loratadine is used for obtaining relief from allergy symptoms, like runny nose or itchy eyes. This eMedTV Web page describes these uses in detail, explaining how the drug works. It also addresses giving the loratadine to children and off-label uses.
What Is Low-Ogestrel Used For?
Low-Ogestrel is primarily used as a birth control pill. As this eMedTV article explains, however, it can also be used for something other than contraception. Off-label Low-Ogestrel uses may include the treatment of PMDD, acne, and irregular periods.
Lutera is used primarily to prevent pregnancy. This selection from the eMedTV Web site goes into greater detail about what Lutera is used for. This page also offers a list of "off-label" Lutera uses, such as the treatment of PMDD and acne.
What Is Miconazole/Zinc Oxide/White Petrolatum Used For?
Miconazole/zinc oxide/white petrolatum is used for treating diaper rashes accompanied by a yeast infection. This eMedTV resource covers miconazole/zinc oxide/white petrolatum uses in more detail and explains how the ointment works.
As this segment of the eMedTV archives explains, Microgestin is used for preventing pregnancy. This article also lists other uses for the prescription birth control pill and explains how it works, who can take it, and how it should be taken.
Midazolam uses include sedating adults and children during a surgery or medical or dental procedure. This eMedTV Web page also describes possible "off-label" midazolam uses, such as the treatment of agitation and certain types of seizures.
What Is Mometasone Nasal Spray Used For?
As this eMedTV page explains, mometasone nasal spray has been approved to treat nasal polyps and to treat and prevent seasonal or perennial allergies. This page also covers off-label mometasone nasal spray uses (such as treating sinus infections).
While MonoNessa is mainly used for preventing pregnancy, it can also be used off-label for other conditions. This eMedTV resource discusses some of these off-label MonoNessa uses and explains how this form of birth control works.
What Is Niacin Extended-Release Used For?
If you're evaluating cholesterol medications, you may wonder, "What is niacin extended-release used for?" This eMedTV resource explains how niacin extended-release lowers cholesterol and triglycerides and slows the hardening of the heart's arteries.
Nora-BE is a progestin-only pill that is used for preventing unintentional pregnancies. This part of the eMedTV library covers some advantages and disadvantages of progestin-only oral contraceptives and lists possible off-label Nora-BE uses.
This eMedTV segment explains how omeprazole is approved for use in treating things such as gastric ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease. This page also discusses omeprazole uses in children, as well as an off-label use of the drug.
What is ondansetron used for? This eMedTV segment explains how ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with several causes, such as chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. This page also covers off-label uses of ondansetron.
What Is Palonosetron Used For?
Palonosetron is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery. As this eMedTV article explains, doctors may also recommend "off-label" palonosetron uses, such as preventing nausea or vomiting due to other causes.
What Is Pantoprazole Used For?
What is pantoprazole used for? As explained in this portion of the eMedTV archives, pantoprazole is used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, and pathological hypersecretory diseases.
What Is Pegfilgrastim Used For?
Pegfilgrastim is used for preventing infections in adults undergoing certain chemotherapy treatments. This eMedTV segment describes how the drug works to prevent infections and explains whether there are any approved pegfilgrastim uses in children.
What is pravastatin used for? As this eMedTV resource explains, pravastatin is used for the treatment of high cholesterol and triglycerides, as well as the prevention of heart disease. This page further describes pravastatin and its uses.
While Previfem is mainly used for birth control, it can also be prescribed for certain "off-label" uses. This eMedTV resource lists some of these common off-label Previfem uses and describes how this method of birth control works.
As a prescription birth control pill, Reclipsen is commonly used for preventing pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV Web page explains, there are also several off-label Reclipsen uses, such as treating acne, PMDD, and painful menstrual periods.
What Is Risedronate and Calcium Used For?
As this eMedTV segment explains, risedronate and calcium is used primarily to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This segment also discusses "off-label" uses of the drug and whether it is given to children.
Risedronate uses are primarily concerned with the treatment of osteoporosis and Paget's disease. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth discussion on what risedronate is used for, including possible "off-label" uses of the drug.
What Is Rosuvastatin Used For?
What is rosuvastatin used for? As this eMedTV Web page explains, rosuvastatin has been licensed to treat several conditions (including high cholesterol). This page provides detailed information about the uses and effects of rosuvastatin.
What is Simvastatin used for? As this eMedTV page explains, Simvastatin treats high cholesterol and high triglycerides, as well as decreasing the chances of developing cardiovascular disease. This page also covers Simvastatin uses in children.
What Is the Oxybutynin Patch Used For?
The oxybutynin patch is used for treating frequent urination and other overactive bladder symptoms. This eMedTV article further explores oxybutynin patch uses and explains whether the patch can be used in children.
What Is the Rivastigmine Patch Used For?
The rivastigmine patch is used for treating mild to moderate dementia due to Parkinson's or Alzheimer's. This eMedTV segment goes over rivastigmine patch uses in more detail and explains how the drug works for these conditions.
Tiludronate is used for treating Paget's disease of bone in adults. This article from the eMedTV Web site provides information on how the medication works and explains whether there are any off-label tiludronate uses.
What Is Tri-Legest Fe Used For?
Tri-Legest Fe, a prescribed oral contraceptive, is used to prevent pregnancy and treat acne in women. This eMedTV Web article describes how Tri-Legest Fe works to prevent pregnancy and also outlines possible off-label Tri-Legest Fe uses.
What Is Tri-Previfem Used For?
Tri-Previfem is an oral contraceptive that is also often used for treating acne. This article from the eMedTV library describes the effects of Tri-Previfem, explains how it works, and lists some of the common off-label Tri-Previfem uses.
What Is Triamcinolone Nasal Spray Used For?
Triamcinolone nasal spray is used for the treatment of common nasal allergy symptoms. This section of the eMedTV library discusses these uses in more detail, explaining how the drug works to relieve symptoms and whether it can be used in children.
TriNessa is used for birth control, as well as acne treatment in women ages 15 and older. This eMedTV resource discusses TriNessa uses in more detail, including information on how it works and whether it can be used "off-label" for other purposes.