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Focusing on Future Helps People Save THURSDAY, Aug. 4, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Focusing on the future can help people save money, a new study says. The research included more than 700 American adults who took an online survey about their financial behaviors and attitudes associated with saving or spending. About half had a college degree. "We wanted to better understand the psychological factors that drive consumer spending and saving with the hope of identifying and targeting those that could potentia...
FDA: Anti-Aging, Skin-Lightening Products May Contain Mercury WEDNESDAY, Aug. 3, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Some skin products contain mercury and pose a threat to your health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns. It's important to check labels of skin creams, soaps and lotions. If "mercurous chloride," "calomel," "mercuric," "mercurio" or "mercury" is listed on the label, stop using the product immediately. Do not use products if ingredients are not listed, the agency says. Mercury is often found...
Fido a Friend to Parents of Kids With Autism SUNDAY, July 31, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Raising a child with autism can be fraught with stressful days, but new research suggests the family pooch might bring parents some relief. For more than two years, British researchers followed families of children with autism that got a dog. "We found a significant, positive relationship between parenting stress of the child's main caregiver and their attachment to the family dog," said study leader Daniel Mills, a p...
Fentanyl-Laced 'Norco' Is Lethal, Report Warns FRIDAY, July 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- A street drug sold illegally as the prescription painkiller Norco is much stronger and more dangerous than the real medication, researchers warn. "Street Norco is almost indistinguishable from brand-name Norco in appearance, but can be lethal," said Dr. Patil Armenian of the University of California, San Francisco. She is the lead author of a new case study involving the drug. The street drug combines fentanyl -- th...
Florida Reports 1st Locally Transmitted Zika Infections in U.S. FRIDAY, July 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The United States is apparently experiencing its first local outbreak of the Zika virus, with four human infections reported in South Florida very likely caused by mosquito bites, federal health officials announced Friday. One woman and three men in Miami-Dade and Broward counties have tested positive for Zika, and appear to have contracted the virus via mosquito bites, Florida Gov. Rick Scott said ...
Florida Reports 1st Locally Transmitted Zika Infections in U.S. FRIDAY, July 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The United States is apparently experiencing its first local outbreak of the Zika virus, with four human infections reported in South Florida very likely caused by mosquito bites, federal health officials announced Friday. One woman and three men in Miami-Dade and Broward counties have tested positive for Zika, and appear to have contracted the virus via mosquito bites, Florida Gov. Rick Scott said ...
Florida Reports First Locally Transmitted Zika Infections in U.S. FRIDAY, July 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The United States is apparently experiencing its first local outbreak of the Zika virus, with four human infections reported in South Florida very likely caused by mosquito bites, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Friday. "All the evidence we have seen indicates that this is mosquito-borne transmission that occurred several weeks ago in several blocks in Miami," said...
FDA OKs New Injectable Type 2 Diabetes Medication THURSDAY, July 28, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The injectable drug Adlyxin (lixisenatide) has been approved to treat adults with type 2 diabetes, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says. The once-daily injection is to be used along with diet and exercise to improve patients' blood sugar levels. The FDA reviewed 10 clinical trials on the safety and effectiveness of Adlyxin. These studies included 5,400 people with type 2 diabetes. The drug was also specif...
Florida Investigates 2 More Possible Cases of Zika Virus Local Transmission THURSDAY, July 28, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Florida health officials are investigating two more unexplained cases of Zika infection, bringing to four the number of cases that don't seem to be related to travel to countries where the virus is circulating. This suggests the possibility that local transmission of the mosquito-borne virus that has been linked to severe birth defects has begun, officials said. Zika infection poses si...
Family Lifestyles May Be as Important to Health as Genes WEDNESDAY, July 27, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Shared lifestyles and surroundings may play as strong a role as genes in diseases that run in families, a new study indicates. The study included medical histories of more than 500,000 people and their families in the United Kingdom. The information included blood and adoptive relatives. The researchers focused on 12 common diseases, including high blood pressure and heart disease, as well as several ca...
FDA Bolsters Warnings About Class of Antibiotics TUESDAY, July 26, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday that it's strengthening label warnings on a class of antibiotics called fluoroquinolones because the drugs can lead to disabling side effects, including long-term nerve damage and ruptured tendons. The agency also cautioned that these bacteria-fighting drugs -- including levofloxacin (Levaquin) and ciprofloxacin (Cipro) -- shouldn't be prescribed for sinusit...
Flu Shot Tied to Fewer Hospitalizations, Deaths in Type 2 Diabetes Patients TUESDAY, July 26, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The seasonal flu vaccine may offer people with type 2 diabetes some protection against dying prematurely, a new study suggests. The flu shot also appeared to protect those with type 2 diabetes from hospitalizations for stroke, as well as heart and breathing problems, the study said. British researchers looked at a large group -- more than 124,500 people -- with type 2 diabetes. People w...
Face-Saving Devices: Seat Belts and Air Bags FRIDAY, July 22, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Seat belts and air bags significantly reduce the risk of facial fractures in car crashes, a new study finds. "Based on our analysis, we found that use of an air bag alone reduced the likelihood of a facial fracture by 18 percent while use of a seat belt alone decreased likelihood by 43 percent," said study co-leader Dr. Scott Chaiet, a head and neck surgeon at the University of Wisconsin when the study was conducted. ...
FDA Renews Call to Reduce Salt in Processed Foods FRIDAY, July 22, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Americans eat way too much salt, and one reason why is that processed and prepared foods have a lot of hidden salt, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says. But proposed new guidelines for food manufacturers and restaurants -- first announced early in June -- may change that. The FDA is asking food makers and eating establishments to voluntarily reduce salt levels in their products to help reduce Americans' hi...
Florida Investigates 2nd Possible Local Transmission of Zika Virus FRIDAY, July 22, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Florida health officials say they're investigating a second possible case of locally transmitted Zika infection. On Tuesday, the first possible case of local infection in the continental United States was reported by the state's health department. The first case involves a woman in Miami-Dade County, while the second involves a resident of Broward County, north of Miami. Infection with the Zika v...
Florida Investigates Possible Local Transmission of Zika Virus WEDNESDAY, July 20, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Florida health officials are investigating what could be the first case of locally transmitted Zika virus infection in the continental United States. Infection with the Zika virus can cause the devastating birth defect microcephaly, which leads to babies born with abnormally small heads and underdeveloped brains. In a statement released Tuesday, the Florida Department of Health said it was investi...
FDA OKs Non-Prescription Use of Acne Drug FRIDAY, July 8, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Good news for acne sufferers: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved an over-the-counter retinoid drug for acne -- the first new active ingredient available without a prescription since the 1980s. The drug -- Differin Gel 0.1% (adapalene) -- has been in use in a stronger form as a prescription acne treatment since 1996, the FDA said Friday. It is applied to the skin once a day and approved for people 12 and ol...
FDA Approves First Fully Dissolvable Stent TUESDAY, July 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The first coronary stent to be gradually absorbed by the body has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The Absorb GT1 Bioresorbable Vascular Scaffold System (BVS) is absorbed within about three years, the agency said Tuesday in a news release. The stent, a hollow mesh tube designed to prop open a formerly clogged artery, also releases the drug everolimus to limit the growth of scar tissue. Coronary ar...
Food Safety Should Come 1st on the 4th MONDAY, July 4, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- While having fun this Fourth of July, don't forget about food safety. "Because foodborne bacteria thrive and multiply more quickly in warmer temperatures, foodborne illness can spike during summer," said Al Almanza, deputy undersecretary for food safety at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). "This is likely because people are spending more time outside -- away from the sink and equipment in the kitchen that help consu...
Family Key to Helping Teens Avoid Obesity FRIDAY, July 1, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Having a stable family and a good relationship with mom and dad makes young people more likely to develop healthy habits that may protect them against obesity, a new study suggests. The researchers also found that fathers are especially important for helping their sons to develop behaviors that will allow them to maintain a healthy weight. "A high level of family dysfunction may interfere with the development of healthful...
FDA Approves Eye Implant for Aging Boomers THURSDAY, June 30, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- An implant that helps the aging eye focus on small print and nearby objects has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The implant is placed in the cornea (the clear, front surface) of one eye in people with presbyopia, an age-related loss of the ability to change the focusing power of the eye. "Given the prevalence of presbyopia and the aging of the baby boomer population, the need for near vision co...
FDA Says 'No' to Eating Raw Cookie Dough THURSDAY, June 30, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Before you lick that raw cookie dough off your spoon, know that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning against it. It's not just the raw eggs that carry food poisoning dangers. Any type of raw dough or batter that contains flour is not safe to eat, including pizza, bread and tortilla dough, cautioned Jenny Scott, a senior advisor in the FDA's Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition. It's also no...
FDA Asks How Safe Is That Hand Sanitizer? WEDNESDAY, June 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Millions of Americans use hand sanitizers every day, believing they safely kill bacteria. Now, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants to find out if that's really true. The agency Wednesday requested makers of antibacterial hand sanitizers and related products to provide data showing the products' active ingredients actually reduce bacteria and are harmless over time. Of particular concern are the long-term effec...
For Better Skin Cancer Checks, Partner Up WEDNESDAY, June 29, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Check this out: Getting a partner trained to spot potential skin cancers can be a lifesaver for melanoma survivors, a new study shows. "'Skin check partners' help melanoma patients to see areas they cannot easily see by themselves, and assist in making a decision about whether the mole changed and they need to see the doctor," explained lead researcher Dr. June Robinson. Together, "the trained pair works together succ...
Free Testosterone Does this test have other names? Free T-index What is this test? This test measures the amount of unattached, or "free," testosterone in your blood. Testosterone is a male sex hormone (androgen) that helps male features develop. Testosterone is made in the testes and the adrenal glands. It causes the changes that occur in boys during puberty. Testosterone helps hair and muscles grow. It also helps the penis and testes grow. Testosterone also causes a boy's voice to deepen. Men continue...
Free and Bound T4 Does this test have other names? Total T4 concentration, thyroxine screen, free T4 concentration What is this test? This test measures the level of the hormone thyroxine (T4) in your blood. The thyroid gland makes T4 and also T3 (triiodothyronine) in response to thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). TSH is made by the pituitary gland in your brain. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland near the base of your throat, above your collarbones. T4 is found in the body in two forms: free T4 an...
Free and Bound Triiodothyronine (Blood) Does this test have other names? Triiodothyronine test, T3 test, thyroid function test What is this test? This blood test measures the level of the hormone triiodothyronine (T3) in your blood. The thyroid gland makes the hormones T4 (thyroxine) and T3 in response to thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). TSH is made by the pituitary gland. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland near the base of your throat, above your collarbone. T3 and T4 help to control your ...
Free Light Chains (Blood) Does this test have other names? Serum free light chain assay, Freelite What is this test? This test looks for signs of antibodies called immunoglobulins in your blood. Immunoglobulins are made by white blood cells called plasma cells to help protect you against infection and illness. Plasma, or myeloma, cells are found in your bone marrow. Light chains, also called Bence Jones proteins, make up part of the structure of immunoglobulins. Immunoglobulins are also made up of heavy...
Free T 4 Does this test have other names? Free thyroxine test What is this test? This test measures the levels of free T 4 , or free thyroxine, in your blood. A free T 4 test is used to find out how well your thyroid is working. T 4 is one of two hormones produced by the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in your neck. Some T 4 in your blood is bound to proteins, and some T 4 circulates freely, or unbound from proteins. Testing for unbound T 4 is more accurate than testing for bound T 4 . The free T 4 te...
Free Androgen Index Does this test have other names? FAI What is this test? A free androgen index (FAI) is a ratio figured out after a blood test for testosterone. It's used to see whether you have abnormal androgen levels. Both men and women make male hormones called androgens, which include testosterone. During puberty, testosterone helps children develop into adults. As you age, levels of this hormone can fall. This causes health problems for both men and women. A testosterone test is a blood test th...
Fragile X Syndrome (Amniotic Fluid) Does this test have other names? FMR1 test, molecular Fragile X diagnosis, Fragile X DNA test What is this test? This test checks a sample of your amniotic fluid to find out whether your fetus may have fragile X syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Fragile X syndrome often causes intellectual disability, behavior and learning challenges, and autistic disorders. This prenatal test isn't a common one. But if you or your partner has this syndrome or is a known carrier of t...
Follicle-Stimulating Hormone Does this test have other names? FSH What is this test? This test measures the level of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). FSH is an important hormone made in your pituitary gland. Hormones are chemical messengers that travel through your blood. Your pituitary gland is located on the underside of your brain. FSH is made in the front part of your pituitary gland. If you are a man, FSH travels to your testicles. There, it tells the cells in your testicles to make sperm. If yo...
Folate Does this test have other names? Vitamin B-9, folic acid test What is this test? This is a blood test to measure the concentration of folate in the liquid part of your blood, called serum, or in your red blood cells. The concentration in the red blood cells will be higher than in the serum. Folate is a B vitamin naturally found in: Leafy green vegetables, such as spinach, kale, collards, and romaine lettuce Citrus fruits and juices Dried beans, lentils, and peas Yeast Liver Asparagus Broccoli Whe...
Fluphenazine Drug Level (Blood) Does this test have other names? No. What is this test? This blood test measures the amount of the medicine fluphenazine in your blood. Fluphenazine is an antipsychotic medicine used to treat schizophrenia and Tourette syndrome. Fluphenazine helps you think more clearly. It also improves social exchanges, paranoia, and disposition. It can also help reduce involuntary movement related to Huntington chorea. The medicine can take up to 6 weeks to work as it should. Fluphenaz...
Fetal Fibronectin Does this test have other names? fFN What is this test? This test measures the amount of fetal fibronectin (FFN). FFN is a protein made during pregnancy. It's found between the lining of your uterus and the amniotic sac that's protecting your baby. Fetal fibronectin works as a glue to hold the amniotic sac to the uterine lining. This test helps find out whether you're at risk for premature delivery. The protein is found in cervical and vaginal fluid during the first half of your pregna...
Ferritin (Blood) Does this test have other names? Serum ferritin level What is this test? This test measures how much iron is in your blood. Ferritin is a protein that stores iron. Red blood cells need iron to form normally and carry oxygen around your body. Other parts of your body, such as your liver, bone marrow, and muscles, also need iron. Low levels of ferritin lead to iron-deficiency anemia. This means you have too few red blood cells. Iron deficiency can come from a poor diet or blood loss. Or y...
Fecal Occult Blood Test Does this test have other names? FOBT, stool occult blood What is this test? A fecal occult blood test checks a stool sample for blood that can't be seen with the naked eye. Blood in the stool is a sign of bleeding in the digestive tract. This could indicate cancer, polyps, hemorrhoids, diverticulosis, or inflammatory bowel disease, also called colitis. Why do I need this test? The American Cancer Society recommends that all men and women at average risk for colon cancer start sc...
Fecal Fat Does this test have other names? Fat in stool, fecal fat stain, quantitative stool fat What is this test? This test measures the amount of fat in your stool. Having too much fat in your stool is called steatorrhea. If you have too much fat in your stool, it may be a sign that food is moving through your digestive system without being broken down and absorbed properly. This is called malabsorption. Having a fecal fat test is the best way to find out if you have malabsorption. You can develop ma...
Factor XII Does this test have other names? Coagulation factor XII, F12, FA12-human, HAE3, HAEX, HAF, Hageman factor What is this test? This test measures the amount of a protein called coagulation factor XII in your blood. A deficiency in factor XII is a rare bleeding disorder, but it causes abnormal clotting rather than bleeding. Factor XII is part of a group of proteins that act in a specific order to create a blood clot after an injury. Factor XII is often called Hageman factor. Factor XII floats fr...
Factor XI Does this test have other names? FXI, factor XI deficiency test, test for hemophilia C What is this test? This test measures the amount of factor XI in your blood. Factor XI is a protein that plays an important role in blood clotting. If you don't have enough factor XI, you may have a condition called factor XI deficiency. This is a rare bleeding disorder. It is also known as hemophilia C. Hemophilia C is a bleeding disorder that can range from mild to moderate. If you have hemophilia C, your ...
Factor X Does this test have other names? Factor assays, clotting factor tests What is this test? A factor X test is a blood test that checks for a deficiency in a protein in the blood called factor X. This protein helps with clotting. Your body has a number of protein clotting factors. They are identified by Roman numerals. A deficiency of factor X in the blood is a rare bleeding disorder. It affects about 1 person in 1 million. When it occurs, it can lead to abnormal or excessive bleeding. Why do I ne...
Factor VIII (Antihemophilia Factor A) Does this test have other names? Antihemophilia factor A test, AHF, factor VIII:C, coagulation factor test What is this test? This test measures the activity of factor VIII, a blood-clotting protein. The test can find out whether you have hemophilia A or another clotting disorder. Hemophilia A is the most common severe bleeding disorder. Von Willebrand disease is the most common of all bleeding disorders. In hemophilia A, blood does not clot as it should. This puts ...
Factor V Does this test have other names? Factor V assay, clotting factor tests What is this test? A factor V test is a blood test that checks for a deficiency in a protein known as factor V. Factor V is a protein that helps your blood to clot. Having too little factor V causes a rare bleeding disorder. Your body has a number of protein "clotting factors." They are identified by Roman numerals. Factor V deficiency is an inherited disorder. It is called an autosomal recessive gene disorder. This means bo...
Factor IX (Antihemophilic Factor B) Does this test have other names? Hemophilia B, Christmas disease, factor IX hemophilia, FIX, factor IX deficiency test What is this test? The factor IX test is part of a larger screening test to find out which type of bleeding disorder you have. Factor IX is a protein that helps your blood clot. If you are lacking this protein, you may have a bleeding disorder called hemophilia B. Hemophilia B is found mostly in males. When people with hemophilia gets cut or injured, ...
Factor II Does this test have other names? Factor II assay What is this test? This test measures how much of a protein called factor II is in your blood. It can help find out whether you have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder. The test can also screen for liver problems. Factor II, also called prothrombin, is made in your liver. Prothrombin must be present in your blood for a clot to form. Prothrombin and other similar proteins are called coagulation factors. Prothrombin is also called factor II bec...
Factor I Does this test have other names? Factor I (fibrinogen), serum fibrinogen, functional fibrinogen What is this test? This test measures the level of a protein called fibrinogen in your blood. It helps find out whether you have a bleeding or blood clotting disorder. Fibrinogen is an important protein made by your liver. If you have bleeding anywhere in your body, fibrinogen is released from your liver and travels to the site of bleeding to help form a blood clot. Fibrinogen is also called coagulat...
Family Support for Autism Spectrum Disorder A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is difficult for both your child and you. Some children with autism spectrum disorder have a lesser degree of impairment than others. Odd or inappropriate behaviors, problems with communication, and repeated routines and rituals that accompany autism spectrum disorder can make life challenging for the entire family. The importance of support It's critical that parents of a child with autism spectrum disorder have a good ...
Fanconi Anemia What is Fanconi anemia? Fanconi anemia is a blood disorder. With this condition, the bone marrow doesn't make enough blood cells. Or it makes defective blood cells. Bone marrow is the spongy material inside bones. It makes white and red blood cells, and platelets. Red blood cells carry oxygen through the body. White blood cells help fight infection. Platelets help with clotting. All these cells die after a certain amount of time and constantly need to be replaced. Fanconi anemia is a very...
Frontotemporal Dementia What is frontotemporal dementia? Frontotemporal dementia (FTD), a common cause of dementia, is a group of disorders that occur when nerve cells in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain are lost. This causes the lobes to shrink. FTD can affect behavior, personality, language, and movement. These disorders are among the most common dementias that strike at younger ages. Symptoms typically start between the ages of 40 and 65, but FTD can strike young adults and those who are o...
First Trimester Fatigue Is it common to be so tired in the first trimester of pregnancy? Feeling dog tired, can’t summon the energy to do much of anything, and craving your bed? For many women, the extreme tiredness of the first trimester is quite a surprise. And it’s an especially hard transition for those who are normally go-getters with lots of energy. Women who usually need only 6 hours of sleep at night often find they need nearly double that during these first weeks of pregnancy. And, for others, ...
Friedreich's Ataxia What is Friedreich's ataxia? Friedreich’s ataxia is a rare, inherited, degenerative disease that damages the spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and the cerebellum portion of the brain. It tends to develop in children and teens and gradually worsens over time. Unsteady, awkward movements and a loss of sensation due to nerve injury develop as the disease progresses. ANerv_20140304_v0_001 The condition is named after Nicholaus Friedreich, the German doctor who discovered it in the 1800s. A...
Folic Acid for a Healthy Baby What is folic acid? Folic acid, or folate, is a B vitamin. The word folate comes from folium the Latin word for leaf. Folate happens naturally in food, particularly in dark, green leafy vegetables. Folic acid is the synthetic form supplied in multivitamins and foods fortified with folic acid. Researchers discovered folate’s importance in preventing anemia about 70 years ago. But only in recent years have they learned of the link between folate deficiency and certain birth d...
Food Intolerance After Gastric Band Surgery What is food Intolerance after gastric band surgery? If you are severely obese, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is a type of weight-loss surgery that can help you lose at least half of your extra weight. During the surgery, your doctor places a band around the top section of your stomach, in the area where your food goes, to reduce the size of your stomach. This makes you feel full more quickly, and it helps you to not eat too much food. After t...
Fluocinolone Acetonide Otic drops, oil What is this medicine? FLUOCINOLONE (floo oh SIN oh lone) is a corticosteroid. It is used to reduce swelling, redness, and itching of the ear. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is only for use in the ears. Wash your hands with soap and water. Do not insert any object or swab into the ear canal. Gently warm the bottle by holding it in your hand for 1 to 2 minutes. Lie down on your side with the affected ear up. Try not to touch the tip of the dropper to ...
Febuxostat Oral tablet What is this medicine? FEBUXOSTAT (feb UX oh stat) is used to treat gout. People with gout have too much uric acid in their body. This medicine works to lower how much uric acid the body makes. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take it with or without food. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your docto...
Fluvoxamine Maleate Oral capsule, extended-release What is this medicine? FLUVOXAMINE (floo VOX a meen) is an antidepressant. It is used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. You can take this medicine with or without food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Do not stop taking ...
Fosaprepitant dimeglumine Solution for injection What is this medicine? FOSAPREPITANT (fos ap RE pi tant) is used together with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer treatment (chemotherapy). How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. What side effects may I notice from r...
Fluticasone Furoate Nasal spray What is this medicine? FLUTICASONE (floo TIK a sone) is a corticosteroid. This medicine is used to treat the symptoms of allergies like sneezing, itchy red eyes, and itchy, runny or stuffy nose. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for use in the nose. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Shake well before using. Do not use more often than directed. Make sure that you are using your nasal spray correctly. Ask you doctor or health care provider if ...
Fosamprenavir Calcium Oral suspension What is this medicine? FOSAMPRENAVIR (FOS am pren a veer) is an antiretroviral medicine. It is used with other medicines to treat HIV. This medicine is not a cure for HIV. It will not stop the spread of HIV to others. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Adults should take this medicine without food. Children should take this medicine with food. Use a specially marked s...
Fentanyl Citrate Buccal tablet What is this medicine? FENTANYL (FEN ta nil) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat breakthrough cancer pain that your long acting pain medicine does not control. Do not use this medicine for a pain that will go away in a few days like pain from surgery, doctor or dentist visits. The medicine is used only by people who have been taking an opioid or narcotic pain medicine for at least a week. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the direction...
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