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Coumadin is a widely used medication or blood thinner. There are some common mistakes people make when taking coumadin.

An informative article about what Coumadin is used for, what the risks are and things to avoid while on this medication. Includes information about pulmonary emboli, deep vein thrombosis and atrial fibrillation.

Coumadin is an anticoagulant medication that is used as a blood thinner. It is usually administered orally, though in some cases, patients may receive an injection. Patients on Coumadin, or any other anticoagulant medication, must be monitored closely and have ...

Millions of people fill prescriptions each day. Some when they pick up a script realize it was filled with generic and not brand. What does this mean?

Vitamin K is found in many foods, such as greens, cauliflower, and liver.

There are many medications that say do not take with NSAIDS. Surprisingly most people so not even know what a NSAID is.

Colitis patients often have multiple nutrient deficiencies. Taking a daily multi-vitamin could prevent complications of long-term nutritional deficiencies. Research displays potentially fatal effects caused by colitis-induced nutritional deficiencies.

Three common treatment plans diminish the cardiovascular risks associated with the ailment known as "A-Fib."

Scientists have discovered many cures and treatments for diseases through natural plants. Cancer, osteoporosis, stroke, heart disease, even herpes are just a few of the ailments mentioned.

The FDA does not regulate herbs and herbal dietary supplement. Therefore, it is not guaranteed of its strength, purity, or product safety, and effects may vary upon individuals.

Simply stated, if your pet eats a poisoned mouse, rat, or other small mammal, it too will be poisoned! This effect is called secondary toxicity, and although poison labels don't say much about it, you should be aware that it can be a problem.

Medication errors harm at least 1.5 million people every year. Understanding what the dangers are may save your life.

A nurse gave me information about how to increase iron after I tested anemic and warned me about the risks of certain foods and drugs, leading me to research the info.

With the effect on CYP 3A4 production, individuals who consume grapefruit may be at risk for medication reactions.

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that's caused by the breakdown of cartilage in the joints. There are over 100 different types of arthritic conditions and this one is the most common as it affects over 20,000,000 people in the U.S. alone.

When you look in the bowl, what do you see? Is your urine clear, brown, red, orange, or even blue or green? Here's an explanation of why.

This brief review will highlight some areas of the American Heart Association conference in Orlando, FL this week. As a cardiology fellow, I will give you my insights and predictions as to what will be things to look for in the field of medicine.

Devil's Claw herbal plant native to southern Africa. The roots and shoots of the plant provide medicinal properties, include treatment for arthritis, indigestion, skin ailments, pregnancy and menopause. Few sides effects but not toxic.

A review of Cold-Eeze.

I took seven common prescriptions and compared the prices of the generic equivalents at a Walgreens pharmacy to those at a CVS pharmacy. Now let's take a look at the comparison in prices for these medications between these two pharmacies.

This disorder may sound a lot like allergies and sinus problems, but it is not. It is a disorder of the heart.

If you or a loved one is diabetic, try some of these home remedies to keep your blood sugar under control.

This article is pertaining to the immoral actions of the public concerning suing fast-food companies.

Information on the herb Alfalfa and some of the benefits from using it.

The following is my experience finding the best calcium supplement for me.

For women with a history of thrombophilia or DVT, there is a significant risk for death during pregnancy

DVTs are a serious medical issue which affect tens of thousands of people in America each year. It is estimated that up to 50,000 people in America will die each year due to complications from leg blood clots.

It is now 33 years since doctors diagnosed my husband with diabetes. In 1994, he had 2 heart attacks within a week of each other, for which he had quintuple bypass surgery. We found out that he had been having minor heart attacks for years and wasn't aware of them.

An elderly man with a brain tumor hides the symptoms of a stroke during a visit to his doctor.

For many patients, the presence of a urological complication may be undetected as symptoms are usually not present. Only when a urinalysis reveals microscopic hematuria is a complication treated.

Are you or someone you know one of the millions of concerned users? For many patients, the drug is considered a miracle cure. It contains the drugs Ezetimibe and Simvastatin and is known for its ability to dramatically decrease cholesterol.

Synthroid (prescription for generic Levothyroxine) is used to treat thyroid disorders but has many possible side effects.

Can Lumbrokinase, derived from the intestinal enzymes of earthworms be beneficial in the natural treatment of Lyme Disease?

this article explains how some medical conditions can affect your oral / dental health

Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans, fortunately doctors are on top of our poor health. This article lists some of the common types of medications used in heart patients.

The drug Tramadol is an analgesic that is marketed as the hydrochloride salt and is available as an injectable and as an oral drug.

There are tests to determine the balance between the thinness and thickness of the blood that your doctor may not know about and ways to reach that balance point.

Arteriosclerosis occurs when your arteries become narrowed or blocked by fatty deposits, which can lead to dangerous conditions such as stroke, heart attack, blood clots to the lungs, and circulation problems.

It is important to communicate during a medical emergency, and when you are not able speak for yourself. How will your doctor know your medical history in order to properly treat you?

Then it started---those sound effects, the kind like Meg Ryan made in her famous movie scene where she's faking an orgasm in the restaurant. The first time I heard the moaning and groaning I thought....

Many foods can actually reduce the effectiveness of the medicine you take. This is called a "drug-food interaction.

Ken had not been ill. He was not a drug user. He was not a habitual smoker or drinker. He lived a healthy lifestyle, so why were his young, strong, twenty-something-year-old lungs filled with blood clots?

A heart attack take place when an region of heart muscle dies or is eternally injured because of an insufficient supply of oxygen to that region

A nosebleed can be scary and embarrassing, but knowing why they occur and what to do can make them less so.

Cystitis is a painful inflammation or infection of the urinary bladder. When caused by germs, cystitis is called a bacterial urinary tract infection.

I have had many near death experiences. I will describe them in this essay.

Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) is a South African native plant used for a sedative and an anti-inflammatory for illnesses such as osteoarthritis and rheumatism. The plant is also known as the Grapple Plant or Wood Spider plant

A few years ago, I developed a pulmonary embolism (blood clot between my heart and lung) as a result of taking birth control pills. I was 22 years old, an active dancer, and a non-smoker. The pills can be more dangerous than you think.

For most rosacea sufferers, antibiotics will reduce the inflammation of your skin, reduce the number of pustules you will experience, and reduce the redness.

I went into pre-eclampsia 6 hours into labor with my son. My OB's quick reaction and my subsequent c-section saved my life, but my traumatic delivery resulted in a postpartum heart condition which almost killed me when my OB failed to diagnosis it.

find out important facts about the drug Allopurinol. The Allopurinol Information Quiz has been designed to educate people about important aspects of the drug such as Allopurinol side effects and other important facts about Allopurinol medication.

Use vitamins to treat bladder infections and to improve the quality of life

Love and support can go very much further than dismissing a person's life. Research is revealing this. So why aren't they actively encouraging this point of view?

Taking this drug is tricky because the exact dose of it should be taken to get full benefits and limit risks. People taking a dose lower than needed may be at risk of developing dangerous blood clots.

We check labels; ask our pharmacists' intelligent questions, and research medications on the Internet. We figure that if we avoid dangerous drug-drug interactions we can stay safe...right? Read on and find out...

After discovering I had a heart problem called atrial flutter, I underwent medication treatment, shock treatment, and a final step that finally brought resolution to my situation.

My Mother has a lot of extensive heart problems that started over twenty years ago. In fact, she was afraid that she wasn't a good candidate for the ICD, because of such poor health.

This article will briefly outline and define heart failure in the last trimester of pregnancy and after pregnancy. The official term is peripartum cardiomyopathy. The goal will be to describe the signs and symptoms, who is at risk.

Blood thinners are some of the hardest drugs for a doctor to prescribe.

You have likely heard the statistics; there are 46 million uninsured people in America. I am one of those uninsured people.

What this country has become since Ronald Regan established a managed health care system, is a nation that does not care about the core populace of America.

A guide to what mitral valve regurgitation is, what symptoms you should look for, the different treatments available, and prognosis.

Deep venous thrombosis or DVT is a blood clot in the venous system. Most commonly, DVT's arise in the lower extremities. Two million people suffer from DVT's per year.DVT's can lead to pulmonary embolism which kills 300,000 people a year.

Menopause is a large health issue with women between the ages of 40-65. In fact, some research has shown that menopause is beginning earlier in women today than it was fifteen years ago.

DVT is a condition that causes blood clots to occur, and at times the condition can become life threatening if a clot gets loose into circulation.

Darvocet is a drug made up of both acetaminophen and propoxyphene. Users taking this medication could experience minor side effects like drowsiness and dizziness, but could have serious side effects, allergic reactions, and reactions with other drugs or alcohol.

Today's world and how all your health problems can't always be solved with a small little pill.

A few tips to make a trip to the lab a little easier on everyone!