Contraindications and Adverse Effects of Aspirin

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 6,449 views

Aspirin should be avoided by those known to be allergic to ibuprofen or naproxen, or to have salicylate intolerance or a more generalized drug intolerance to NSAIDs, and caution should be exercised in those with asthma or NSAID-precipitated bronchospasm. Due to its effect on the stomach lining, manufacturers recommend that ...

The Aspirin History

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 349 views

Medicines containing derivatives of salicylic acid, structurally similar to aspirin, have been in medical use since antiquity. Salicylate-rich willow bark extract became recognized for its specific effects on fever, pain and inflammation in the mid-eighteenth century. By the nineteenth century pharmacists were experimenting with and prescribing a variety of chemicals ...

What is Aspirin?

Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 373 views

Aspirin, or acetylsalicylic acid (IPA: /əˌsɛtɨlsælɨˌsɪlɨk ˈæsɨd/) is a salicylate drug, often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory medication. It also has an antiplatelet or "anti-clotting" effect and is used in long-term, low doses to prevent ...

Fda Approved HIV Aids Drugs List

Monday, May 12th, 2008 361 views

Here are a list of drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Bureau, included 7 kinds of drugs:

List of Anti-Cancer Drugs Aproved By the FDA

Friday, May 9th, 2008 786 views

Here are some anti-cancer drugs. We list here just the main drugs aproved by the FDA. In the near future we will link the name of all these drugs to one page explaining more about them.

Some Drugs For Diabetes

Thursday, May 8th, 2008 496 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 ...