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Side effects may occur with Lofibra, and liver problems are fairly common. As this eMedTV resource explains, the most common liver problems include increased liver enzymes and fatty deposits in the liver (although the latter is less common).
If you use Lofibra and muscle pain or weakness occurs, it may indicate a serious muscle problem. As this eMedTV page explains, mild muscle pain may occur with the drug, but if you also feel sick or have a fever, it may be a sign of rhabdomyolysis.
There are many possible side effects of Lofibra, and weight gain, as this eMedTV page explains, is rare and occurs in less than 1 percent of patients. This page also offers tips for helping with weight gain, including diet and exercise suggestions.
The suggested Lofibra dosage for those with high cholesterol is 160 mg for tablets or 200 mg for capsules. This eMedTV page also contains Lofibra dosing guidelines for people treating high triglycerides and offers tips for taking the medicine.
Lofibra drug interactions with medicines such as warfarin or statins can result in serious side effects. As this eMedTV page explains, drug interactions may lead to kidney or muscle problems, bleeding, and reduced absorption of Lofibra into the body.
Lofibra Precautions and Warnings
Lofibra has been shown to cause a decrease in certain blood cells at the beginning of therapy. This eMedTV page offers more Lofibra precautions and warnings, including potential risks involved, possible side effects, and who should not take the drug.
Lofibra side effects may include flu-like symptoms, diarrhea, and body weakness. This page of the eMedTV site offers a list of both minor and serious side effects, including problems that are extremely rare, such as insomnia, anemia, and migraine.
Lofibra uses include the reduction of cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the body. As this eMedTV resource explains, there are currently no off-label uses for Lofibra and the medication has not been approved for use in children.
Loratadine is an antihistamine commonly used for treating allergy symptoms. This eMedTV page describes the effects of loratadine and lists some of the potential side effects of the medication. Loratadin is a common misspelling of loratadine.
Loratadine is a common non-prescription drug used to treat a range of allergy symptoms. This page of the eMedTV Web site provides an in-depth look at the drug, including how it works, dosing information, side effects to be aware of, and more.
Adults and children six years old and over typically take loratadine 10 mg tablets (one tablet, once daily). This eMedTV page lists the various forms and strengths available for loratadine and provides dosing guidelines for adults and older children.
Children age two to five typically take loratadine 5 mg tablets (the chewable form) for allergies. This eMedTV page also offers loratadine dosing guidelines for adults and older children, and explains what other forms and strengths this drug comes in.
Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine for Allergies
Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine Sulfate
Loratadine and pseudoephedrine sulfate is a medication used for treating common nasal allergy symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses other uses for the drug, lists possible side effects that may occur, and offers general dosing information.
Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine Sulfate Dosing
Loratadine and pseudoephedrine sulfate is available in 12-hour and 24-hour tablets. As this eMedTV resource explains, loratadine and pseudoephedrine sulfate dosing guidelines recommend just one dose, but it may be taken either once or twice daily.
Loratadine and Pseudoephedrine Sulfate Side Effects
Possible loratadine and pseudoephedrine sulfate side effects include nausea, fatigue, and cough. This eMedTV page lists the most common side effects (such as insomnia), as well as rare but serious problems (such as seizures) that have been reported.
Loratadine Antihistamine Medicine
Loratadine is an antihistamine medicine used for treating allergy symptoms and itching due to hives. This eMedTV segment describes how loratadine works for these conditions and explains how often this medication should be taken.
People with liver or kidney disease may not be able to handle loratadine as well as others. This page on the eMedTV site provides a list of other possible loratadine dangers, including potentially serious side effects that may occur with this drug.
Loratadine dosage guidelines take different factors into account, which this eMedTV Web page describes. Dosing for adults and children are included, as are helpful tips that can help ensure an effective treatment process.
While most people use loratadine for allergies, the drug can also be used to treat itching due to hives. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of loratadine and explains who should consult their doctors before using this non-prescription medicine.
Although loratadine is primarily used for treating allergy symptoms, you can also take loratadine for hives. This eMedTV Web page explains how loratadine works and describes the various forms that this medication comes in.
Loratadine is an oral medication commonly used for treating allergy symptoms and itching due to hives. This eMedTV resource describes the various forms that loratadine comes in and explains how the antihistamine product works for allergies and hives.
Taking an overdose of loratadine may cause drowsiness, headaches, or unusual body movements. This page from the eMedTV Web site describes other possible symptoms of an overdose and explains what treatment options are available.
A few common loratadine side effects include headaches, fatigue, and dry mouth. This eMedTV article discusses other common and rare side effects of the drug, as well as side effects that may require immediate medical attention.
Loratadine is a non-prescription medicine licensed to treat allergy symptoms and itching due to hives. As this eMedTV resource explains, loratadine syrup and chewable tablets are approved for use in children as young as two years old.
Loratadine is a medication used to treat allergies. As this eMedTV page explains, this product is approved for use in both adults and children. There are several forms of loratadine: tablets, syrup, chewable tablets, and orally disintegrating tablets.
Loratadine, as this eMedTV Web page explains, is used for treating many common allergy symptoms. This page offers a brief overview of the drug, with information on its effects, side effects, and more. Loratedine is a common misspelling of loratadine.
Loratadine is a non-prescription medicine often used for treating allergy symptoms. This eMedTV resource covers other loratadine uses, explains how the drug works, and describes its various forms. Loratidin is a common misspelling of loratadine.
Loratadine, an antihistamine, is now available in non-prescription form to treat allergies. This eMedTV resource briefly explains how the drug works and its side effects, and links to more information. Loratidine is a common misspelling of loratadine.
This article from the eMedTV library briefly describes a few of the symptoms that can occur with a loratadine overdose, as well as common treatment options. Loratidine overdose is a common misspelling of loratadine overdose.
Loratadine side effects in adults include dry mouth and dizziness. This eMedTV page also lists side effects of the drug in children and those that may need medical attention. Loratidine side effects is a common misspelling of loratadine side effects.
Loratadine is an over-the-counter drug used to treat allergy symptoms and itching due to hives. This eMedTV article describes the effects of this medicine and lists some of its potential side effects. Loritadine is a common misspelling of loratadine.
Loratadine is a non-prescription drug used to treat allergy symptoms and itching due to hives. This eMedTV page provides an overview of the drug and offers a link to more detailed information. Lortadine is a common misspelling of loratadine.
Low-Ogestrel is a birth control pill that is only available by prescription. This page on the eMedTV site explains how and when to take Low-Ogestrel, describes how this form of contraception works, and lists potential side effects that may occur.
Low-Ogestrel dosing guidelines are the same, regardless of age, weight, or medical conditions. This eMedTV article discusses Low-Ogestrel dosing in more detail and explains what you should do if you miss any of the pills.
This eMedTV Web segment looks at Low-Ogestrel. Drug information discussed includes its side effects, warnings, dosing, and possible drug interactions.
Lutera is a generic version of Alesse, a prescription birth control pill. This eMedTV Web page offers a complete overview of Lutera, including information on how it works, general dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Lutera birth control pills are discussed on this eMedTV Web page. Information includes warnings, dosing, side effects, and drug interactions.
Lutera should be taken once a day, at the same time each day. This eMedTV article gives an overview of Lutera dosing guidelines, including information on when and how to take Lutera, as well as what to do if you have any questions about your dosage.
Levoxyl is a medicine that can be prescribed to treat an underactive thyroid and other thyroid problems. This eMedTV article explains how this medication works and lists some of its potential side effects. Lyvoxyl is a common misspelling of Levoxyl.
This eMedTV article offers a brief overview of Mevacor, a prescription drug used to treat and prevent several conditions related to heart disease. This page also lists side effects and general precautions. Mavocor is a common misspelling of Mevacor.
Memory loss is a rare side effect that occurs in less than 1 percent of people taking simvastatin. This eMedTV page further discusses the association between memory loss and simvastatin, and explains what your doctor may suggest if this problem occurs.
Meperidine is a narcotic drug that was once commonly prescribed as a pain reliever. This eMedTV Web page describes how meperidine works and explains why this medicine is now rarely prescribed. Meperdine is a common misspelling of meperidine.
Meperidine is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of pain. This page from the eMedTV library describes the drug in more detail and offers general warnings to be aware of. Meperedine is a common misspelling of meperidine.
Meperidine is a prescription pain reliever that is classified as a controlled substance. This page on the eMedTV site describes the effects of the medicine, offers dosing information, and explains why this drug is rarely used nowadays.
The usual dose of meperidine for pain relief in adults is 50 to 150 mg every three to four hours as needed. This eMedTV segment also explains how dosing works for preoperative use, labor and delivery, and surgery (when used as anesthesia).
Meperidine Hydrochloride Medication Information
Meperidine was once commonly used for pain relief. This eMedTV Web page offers more information about the prescription medication meperidine hydrochloride, including details on why this drug is no longer commonly recommended by doctors.
Mevacor is a type of drug used to treat high triglycerides and high cholesterol, among other things. This eMedTV article offers an overview of this medication, with detailed information on its dosing guidelines, side effects, and more.
This eMedTV resource lists various Mevacor alternatives, including other statins and other cholesterol medicines. Other types of cholesterol drugs include fibrates, niacin, bile acid sequestrants, and cholesterol absorption inhibitors.
Most people taking Mevacor do not experience depression as a side effect. This eMedTV page covers the relationship between Mevacor and depression. This page also describes symptoms of depression and offers suggestions on what to do if depression occurs.
Joint pain occurs in less than 1 percent of people taking Mevacor. This eMedTV article provides an overview of Mevacor and joint pain, and offers suggestions on short-term pain relief, including the use of acetaminophen and heat/cold therapy.
For patients taking Mevacor, liver side effects (such as increased liver enzymes) may occur. This eMedTV page offers an overview of Mevacor and liver problems, including information on other liver problems that may occur, such as hepatitis.
This eMedTV segment discusses the link between Mevacor and memory loss. Because memory loss is such a rare side effect of Mevacor, research scientists are unsure whether it is actually caused by the medication itself or something else.
Muscle aches occasionally occur in people taking Mevacor. As this eMedTV article explains, this symptom is more common when the medicine is first started or when the dosage is adjusted. This page offers an overview of Mevacor and muscle aches.
Up to 3 percent of people experience muscle pain as a side effect of Mevacor. This portion of the eMedTV library discusses Mevacor and muscle pain, including information on when this side effect is most likely to occur.
Because Mevacor is considered a pregnancy Category X drug, it is not recommended for pregnant women. This eMedTV article offers an overview of Mevacor and pregnancy. This page also describes the FDA's pregnancy category system.
As this eMedTV article explains, Mevacor and weight gain do not appear to be linked. However, if you notice a weight gain while taking this drug, there are a number of things you can do. This page contains a list of suggestions for weight control.
The average Mevacor dosage ranges from 10 mg to 80 mg once daily or split in two divided doses. This part of the eMedTV site offers other dosing information, including guidelines for children and precautions for taking the medication safely.
Mevacor drug interactions may alter Mevacor's effectiveness and potentially cause severe side effects. This eMedTV resource contains a list of drugs that may interact with Mevacor, including danazol, fibrates, and gemfibrozil.
Mevacor Precautions and Warnings
This eMedTV page offers several Mevacor precautions and warnings, including detailed information on pregnancy risks, possible side effects, people who should avoid the drug, and symptoms you should report immediately to your doctor.
Gas, diarrhea, and headaches are some common Mevacor side effects. As this eMedTV page explains, there are also more serious side effects that need to be reported to your doctor immediately, such as vomiting or yellowing of the skin.
High cholesterol and triglycerides can be lowered by using Mevacor. The drug can also prevent heart disease. This eMedTV segment explains these and other uses of Mevacor in detail and discusses its use in children as well as off-label uses.
This eMedTV article explains that Mevacor is used to treat several conditions related to heart disease. This article also lists some common side effects of Mevacor and provides general dosing guidelines. Mevacore is a common misspelling of Mevacor.
Mevacor is a medicine that is commonly used for the treatment of high cholesterol and high triglycerides. This eMedTV page explains how Mevacor works and describes its uses and effects. Mevicor is a common misspelling of Mevacor.
