Archive for May, 2008

What is Ascaris Lumbricoides?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 193 views

Ascaris lumbricoides is the largest nematode (roundworm) parasitizing the human intestine.  (Adult females: 20 to 35 cm; adult male: 15 to 30 cm.) Adult worms live in the lumen of the small intestine.  ...

Some Drugs For Diabetes

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 181 views

After diagnosis with diabetes, your doctor may prescribe a specific drug regimen. Every person is different, so your Diabetes treatment will be tailored to your needs. We’ve listed common drugs that may be prescribed for diabetes. Lantus SubQ: Insulin glargine is used along with a proper diet and exercise program to ...

What is Diabetes?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 147 views

Diabetes is a disorder that affects the way your body uses food for energy. Normally, the sugar you take in is digested and broken down to a simple sugar, known as glucose. The glucose then circulates in your blood where it waits to enter cells to be used as fuel. ...

What is Erythropoietin (EPO)?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 469 views

 Erythropoietin (EPO) is a hormone produced by the kidney that promotes the formation of red blood cells by the bone marrow. The kidney cells that make EPO are specialized so that they are sensitive to low oxygen levels in the blood coming into the kidney. These ...

What is Cialis?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 225 views

Cialis is used to treat men who experience difficulty having and maintaining an erection to orgasm (impotence). It was first introduced in February 2003 and it was approved by the FDA on November 21, 2003. It is marketed by Lilly ICOS, a joint venture between Eli Lilly and ICOS ...

What is Prozac?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 128 views

Prozac (fluoxetine) is an antidepressant medication originally approved by the FDA in 1987 and currently available for the treatment of depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bulimia nervosa. Prozac has also been used off-label (which means a use not reviewed by the FDA) to treat panic disorder. Prozac ...

What is Viagra?

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 133 views

Viagra (generic name sildenafil) is a medication used to treat men who have trouble getting an erection, a condition called erectile dysfunction or impotence. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Viagra for erectile dysfunction, but not to prolong erections. Viagra will not help delay ejaculation.Viagra works by increasing blood ...