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Category Archives: Central Nervous System Agents
Some Benefits on Usage of Dexmethylphenidate Drug
Type of Drug: Central nervous system stimulant. How the Drug Works: Dexmethylphenidate is thought to block reuptake of norepinephrine and dopamine in the brain, but the exact mechanism of action is not known. Uses: Dexmethylphenidate is indicated for the treatment … Continue reading
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Guidelines to be kept in mind while Using Hypnotics Information
Type of Drug: Nonbarbiturate sedative/hypnotics. Central nervous system depressant. Short-term sleep aid. How the Drug Works: Nonbarbiturate sedatives and hypnotics act on the central nervous system (brain), causing drowsiness to aid in falling asleep, They are less likely to cause … Continue reading
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Midodrine Drug Information – Precautions for Use
Type of Drug: Drugs used to elevate blood pressure. How the Midodrine Product Works: Midodrine causes blood vessels to constrict (become smaller), resulting in an increase in blood pressure Uses of The Midodrine: To treat symptoms of orthostatic hypotension (feeling … Continue reading
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Diflunisal Information – Side Effects, Uses and Benefits
Diflunisal – Type of Drug – Some Interactions occurring with Diflunisal Type of Drug: Anti-inflammatory; analgesic (pain reliever). How the Drug Works: Diflunisal decreases inflammation and relieves pain by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. It is not a steroid or a narcotic. … Continue reading
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Allopurinol Drug – How does Allopurinol Works?
Allopurinol – Type of Drug – Some Interactions occurring with Allopurinol Type of Drug: Agent for gout; xanthine oxidase inhibitor. How the Allopurinol Product Works: Gout is a hereditary form of arthritis caused by increased uric acid levels in the … Continue reading
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Fluvoxamine – How Fluvoxamine Works? – Side Effects of Use
Fluvoxamine – Guidelines for Using Fluvoxamine – Uses and Benefits Type of Drug: Antidepressant; mood elevating agent. How the Fluvoxamine Works: It is believed that fluvoxamine maleate adjusts or balances how the brain and nervous system produce and respond to … Continue reading
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