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Acamprosate is a prescription drug used to help people abstain from alcohol. This eMedTV Web page provides an in-depth look at acamprosate, including information on how it works, possible side effects, tips on taking the drug, and more.
On this eMedTV Web page, we discuss acamprosate calcium. Drug information includes its possible warnings, side effects, drug interactions, dosing, and uses.
The typical acamprosate dosage is two 333-mg tablets taken three times a day. However, as this page from the eMedTV Web site explains, acamprosate dosing guidelines will vary based on several factors, such as how well your kidneys are functioning.
In studies of people taking Propecia, acne was not reported as either a common or rare side effect. This eMedTV Web page discusses acne and Propecia, and also describes the clinical trials used to document possible Propecia side effects.
Alfuzosin may be prescribed to treat an enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). This eMedTV resource provides an in-depth look at the medication, including how it works, possible side effects, general dosing guidelines, and more.
For treating an enlarged prostate, the standard dose of alfuzosin is one tablet a day, taken after a meal. This eMedTV segment describes alfuzosin dosage guidelines in more detail, including some tips on when and how to take the medication.
Alfuzosin Hydrochloride Information
On this eMedTV Web page, the medication alfuzosin hydrochloride is discussed. Information includes its uses, side effects, drug interactions, warnings, precautions, and dosing.
Articles about Peyronie's Disease
As this eMedTV segment explains, some people may use biotin supplements to help with several health conditions, such as high cholesterol, depression, and hair loss. This Web page describes other biotin benefits, as well as its use in children.
Biotin is a vitamin that is obtained through dietary means and is also made naturally in the human body. This eMedTV Web page explains what to tell your healthcare provider before using biotin supplements. Biatin is a common misspelling of biotin.
Biotin is a vitamin that is necessary for the human body to function properly. This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses what to tell your healthcare provider before using biotin supplements. Biotan is a common misspelling of biotin.
Biotin is a vitamin that is necessary for the human body to function properly. This eMedTV page explains that although most people obtain sufficient amounts of biotin, supplementation is needed in some cases. Bioten is a common misspelling of biotin.
Biotin is a vitamin that is necessary for several functions within the human body. This eMedTV article provides a complete overview of biotin, including information on how it works, its beneficial uses, dosing information, and possible side effects.
This eMedTV page explains that although women who are breastfeeding need a higher daily intake of biotin, supplementation in not typically needed. This page also provides the Institute of Medicine's recommendations regarding biotin and breastfeeding.
Biotin is often claimed to be useful for stimulating hair growth and treating hair loss. This page from the eMedTV site explores the effectiveness of using biotin for hair growth and discusses the link between biotin deficiencies and hair loss.
There is not enough scientific evidence to suggest that pregnant women need to take a biotin supplement. This eMedTV page offers more information on biotin and pregnancy, explaining how pregnant women may be at risk for biotin deficiencies.
This eMedTV page explains that there are some biotin dosing guidelines, but the best biotin dose will vary, depending on several factors. This page provides Adequate Intake (AI) guidelines for biotin dosing and offers some tips on taking this vitamin.
This selection of the eMedTV Web site explains that although there are no known biotin drug interactions, some medications may lead to a biotin deficiency. This page explains how antibiotics and some seizure medications may cause this deficiency.
As this eMedTV resource explains, a biotin overdose is not likely to cause any serious problems. However, you should still seek immediate medical attention if you think you have overdosed on biotin. This page also describes possible treatment options.
Biotin may not be safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women. This article from the eMedTV library takes an in-depth look at other biotin safety concerns and explains what you should discuss with your doctor before using biotin supplements.
Biotin does not appear to cause side effects for most people (even when taken at high dosages). This eMedTV page takes a look at possible biotin side effects and describes the problems that occurred when high biotin doses were given to pregnant rats.
Biotin supplements are marketed to help with depression, hair loss, and diabetes. This eMedTV presentation looks at the vitamin, including whether in fact it does work, if it is safe, and much more.
Biotin is a vitamin that is obtained through dietary means and is also produced naturally in the body. This eMedTV page offers a brief description of biotin and provides a link to more detailed information. Biotine is a common misspelling of biotin.
While researchers have not identified the specific cause of Peyronie's disease, they have formulated theories. This eMedTV segment explores physical trauma or autoimmune disease as a possible cause of Peyronie's disease.
Checking for Testicular Cancer
Checking for testicular cancer can be done by performing a monthly testicular self-exam. This eMedTV resource explains how to do a testicular self-exam and discusses tests doctors use to diagnose testicular cancer.
Diagnosing impotence often begins with the doctor asking questions about a man's medical history, lifestyle, and medications. This eMedTV article describes the methods physicians use when diagnosing impotence, such as blood tests and a physical exam.
When diagnosing Peyronie's disease, a physical exam is usually all that is required. This section of the eMedTV library discusses the process used in diagnosing Peyronie's and explains why a doctor might recommend an ultrasound scan of the penis.
Biotin may be effective at treating high cholesterol, diabetes, and hair and nail health. This eMedTV Web page addresses the question, "Does biotin work?" This page also explains the research that has been done on the effectiveness of biotin.
Does Propecia work? As this eMedTV page explains, Propecia has been shown to work in men for male pattern baldness with hair loss on the front and center of the head. However, it has not been shown to work in women or for hair loss near the temples.
The starting dosage of sildenafil citrate is 50 mg one hour before sexual activity. This eMedTV page also lists the maximum recommended sildenafil citrate dose (100 mg) and factors that can affect your dosage (such as other drugs you may be taking).
