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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBirth DefectsDiscontinuing UseMiscarriage MythsRisks Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Birth Defects Discontinuing Use Miscarriage Myths Risks If you’ve been taking thebirth control pilland discover you are pregnant, you may wonder whether this could harm a developing fetus or if there’s a chance that it may lead to amiscarriage(sometimes called spontaneous abortion) or stillbirth. Most research suggests that you need not worry. Some types of birth control may cause complications, but, for the most part, using birth control pills or other hormone delivery devices (such as theOrtho Evra patchorNuvaRing) is relatively safe....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesBefore SurgeryDuring SurgeryAfter SurgeryTestingCommon Blood ThinnersFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Before Surgery During Surgery After Surgery Testing Common Blood Thinners Frequently Asked Questions Ablood thinneris a medication that is used to prevent or treat blood clots. There are two primary types of blood thinners, anticoagulants, and antiplatelets. While they both prevent the clotting of blood, or more accurately, slow the formation of clots, they do so in different ways....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: Heart Disease Risk Factors, a destination in our Health Divide series. Jarretta Utley is a heart-health advocate who speaks on the importance of taking your prescribed medication and eating a healthy diet. I grew up eating good southern, fried food. My eating habits throughout my childhood were a mix of fried foods and processed foods. When I was living on my own and in college, my food choices and habits weren’t very healthy....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIndicationsMechanism of ActionDosagesSide EffectsConsiderations and Contraindications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Indications Mechanism of Action Dosages Side Effects Considerations and Contraindications Colchicine is a prescription medication available under the brand name Colcrys or in generic form. Colchicine is a preferred treatment for gouty arthritis and is derived from the dried seeds ofColchicum autumnale(also known as the autumn crocus or meadow saffron)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Does Doxycycline Work?How to TakeSide EffectsPrecautionsAlternative Treatments & Symptom Relief Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Does Doxycycline Work? How to Take Side Effects Precautions Alternative Treatments & Symptom Relief Doxycycline is an antibiotic in the tetracycline family used to treat acute bacterialsinus infectionsin peopleallergic to penicillin. It is also commonly used to treatacne, skin infections like cellulitis, and some sexually transmitted infections (STIs)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Essential Oils?Oils for IBSResearchSafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Essential Oils? Oils for IBS Research Safety You may have been hearing some of the buzz surrounding essential oils. Are they just what you need or is it all just hype? Let’s take a look at what essential oils are, what research says about their effectiveness forIBS symptomsand what you should know in terms of safe use....

Key TakeawaysResearch has long suggested a link between the use of hormone therapy during menopause and the risk of developing dementia.A new meta-analysis of more than 50 studies aims to make sense of conflicting research.People who used estrogen-only hormone therapy when they started experiencing menopausal symptoms were better protected against Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, according to the analysis. Key Takeaways Research has long suggested a link between the use of hormone therapy during menopause and the risk of developing dementia....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAdministrationDosesRisksSide EffectsSpecial Concerns Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Administration Doses Risks Side Effects Special Concerns Fentanyl is a pain medication frequently used after surgery. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid analgesic, a pain medication similar to morphine but approximately 100 times stronger.It is a controlled substance and requires a prescription from your healthcare provider. Fentanyl is also commonly known as fentanyl citrate, Sublimaze, Actiq, Fentora, and Matrifen....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is It?BenefitsFish to EatSupplementsWho It’s For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is It? Benefits Fish to Eat Supplements Who It’s For Fish oil is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids that may help relieve some conditions associated withpolycystic ovarian syndrome(PCOS). In fact, several studies suggest that fish oil can help ease period pain. Research shows that fish oil reduces triglyceride levels and insulin resistance....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Gabapentin WorksUsesResearchFormulation and DosingSide EffectsInteractionsContraindications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Gabapentin Works Uses Research Formulation and Dosing Side Effects Interactions Contraindications Gabapentin is one such drug. It’s an anti-seizure drug sometimes used to prevent migraines, though there is conflicting scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness in this regard. In the United States, gabapentin is sold in generic form and under the brand names Neurontin, Gralise, Horizant, and Neuraptine....

Lasix, also known as furosemide, is adiureticand is a prescription medication commonly used after surgery. It is given to increase urine output which in turn can decrease blood pressure, edema, fluid overload, and can stimulate the kidneys when they are not working properly. Lasix is used to decrease the amount of fluid in the body, particularly in the veins and arteries of the body. If the body is holding too much fluid, it can increase stress on the heart, cause fluid to build up in the lungs, and can also cause swelling, typically in the legs and feet....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Will I Feel?When Will It Start Working?Severe Side EffectsUses of Lexapro Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Will I Feel? When Will It Start Working? Severe Side Effects Uses of Lexapro Lexapro side effects during the first week of use are typically mild at lower doses. When you start taking Lexapro (escitalopram) for depression and/or anxiety, you may experience things like nausea, diarrhea, difficulty sleeping, and drowsiness....

Yes,grapefruitjuice chock-full of vitamins and nutrients. For many, a glass of grapefruit juice is a healthy way to start the day. However, if you’re on certain medications, such as certain heart medications called statins, you should avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking these medications.Grapefruit juice can inhibit your body’s ability to break down these medications, which in turn, can lead to adverse effects. StockFood - Jonathan Gregson / Riser / Getty Images...