Lasix is one of the most known and used drug nowadays. It is a water pill that prevents your body from absorbing excessive salt. This salt is passed through urination from your body. Lasix is used for treating different types of diseases and health problems. The main purpose of Lasix is to treat fluid retention [...]
Lasix or furosemide is a loop diuretic used to treat edema caused by heart failure, hypertension, liver impairment, or renal diseases. Lasix works by promoting the formation of urine in the kidney, which can be removed by way of urination. Lasix by removing the excess water and salts from the body reduces the blood pressure [...]
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a serious health disorder that makes it hard for heart and arteries to function properly. If the disease is left untreated for a long period of time it can lead to serious consequences such as the risk of heart attack, heart failure or kidney failure. These problems can be [...]
Amlodipine medication is used to treat hypertension or high blood pressure, as it is also called. The drug may be prescribed to treat angina (chest pain) as well. To achieve the best results with Amlodipine it is recommended to keep in mind the following points: As any drug Amlodipine may cause a few side effects [...]
Atenolol medicine is usually prescribed to decrease the number of deaths in patients who came through a heart attack. In separate cases Atenolol may be prescribed for other purposes as determined by a health care specialist. To achieve the successful results with Atenolol be sure you follow all doctor’s recommendations. Do not discontinue taking the [...]
Among all possible Metoprolol side effects depression is considered to be one of the commonly experienced reactions to the preparation. However, taking into account all controversial issues connected with depression and its appearance it is rather doubtful to state that it appears as a result of Metoprolol usage. In fact it can be caused by [...]
Metoprolol can be prescribed for various purposes. Its main function however is to control high blood pressure. It is also used to prevent the recurrence of heart pain and heart attacks. For the best results it is desirable to take the drug regularly respecting the prescription instruction. The medication comes in the form of pills [...]
Atenolol is a selective beta1-blocker with proven protective effect on the cardiovascular system. It is prescribed patients with hypertension associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease. Atenolol can also be used for the treatment and prevention of angina pectoris, supraventricular tachyarrhythmias, neurocirculatory dystonia of hypertonic type and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Atenolol belongs to a group [...]
Plavix® (clopidogrel bisulfate) is a drug used to prevent formation of harmful blood clots in patients with a recent heart attack, stroke, or severe chest pain requiring hospitalization. Plavix acts on the platelets (blood cell) that clump together forming clots and thus can stop bleeding caused by cut or injury. Plavix belongs to a group [...]
This review will cover the general information about cholesterol, its role in human body, its types, abnormal levels and possible decisions about how to regulate cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is an obligatory component present in every individual. It is a type of blood fat which is necessary for such processes as building the cell lining, making [...]