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Info on Efavirenz, Emtricitabine, and Tenofovir
This eMedTV Web page examines efavirenz, emtricitabine, and tenofovir, a medicine used for treating HIV/AIDS. Information includes interactions, side effects, warnings, and interactions.
Information on Lamivudine/Zidovudine
This eMedTV Web presentation looks at Ortho-Cyclen. Information discussed includes warnings, side effects, interactions, and much more.
Jolivette is a birth control pill that contains only the progestin hormone. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of Jolivette, offers dosing information for the pill, and explains what you should know before using this form of contraception.
Jolivette birth control pills can help prevent an unwanted pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page discusses the drug, including its possible side effects, warnings, dosing, interactions, and more.
Taking a Jolivette dose just a few hours late can increase your risk of pregnancy. This eMedTV segment offers basic Jolivette dosing guidelines, explains how to start the pill for the first time, and explains what to do if you miss any pills.
Kariva is an oral contraceptive that is only available by prescription. This portion of the eMedTV library further explains how Kariva works to prevent pregnancy, lists possible side effects that may occur, and offers tips on taking the contraceptive.
This eMedTV Web presentation looks at Kariva birth control pills. Information covered includes side effects, warnings, interactions, and much more.
The Kariva dosing guidelines are the same for all women. This selection from the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at what to do if you miss any Kariva doses and also provides tips on when and how to take the oral contraceptive.
Lamivudine/zidovudine, a prescription drug, helps prevent the HIV virus from spreading to uninfected cells. This eMedTV resource describes the medication in detail, explaining how it works, when and how it should be taken, side effects, and more.
As this eMedTV page explains, everyone takes the same dose of lamivudine/zidovudine, regardless of weight or other factors. This page explains what that dose is, why this is the case, and offers lamivudine/zidovudine dosing guidelines.
Levlite is a combined oral contraceptive that can be obtained with a prescription. This article from the eMedTV library explains how this form of birth control works and lists some of the potential side effects that may occur with Levlite.
It is generally recommended that breastfeeding women avoid taking Levlite. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides more information on Levlite and breastfeeding, and explains why breastfeeding women may want to avoid combined oral contraceptives.
Women should never intentionally take Levlite during pregnancy. As this eMedTV resource explains, however, studies on Levlite and pregnancy show that accidentally taking the pill early in pregnancy will probably not cause serious problems.
On this eMedTV Web segment, we discuss Levlite birth control pills. Information includes warnings, precautions, side effects, dosing, and possible drug interactions.
There is only one standard way to dose Levlite, regardless of your age or weight. This eMedTV page offers general Levlite dosage guidelines, including information on how to start Levlite, and explains what you should do if you miss any doses.
Medications that may cause Levlite drug interactions include theophylline, St. John's wort, and antibiotics. This eMedTV page lists some of the other drugs that may interact with Levlite and discusses the potential risks of these interactions.
A Levlite overdose is unlikely to cause serious problems, but you should still seek medical attention. This eMedTV article describes the symptoms that may occur with an overdose of Levlite and explains what treatments are available for an overdose.
Potential side effects of Levlite include headaches, changes in sex drive, and breakthrough bleeding. This eMedTV resource describes other possible Levlite side effects, including serious problems that should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Although Levlite is primarily used for preventing pregnancy, it can also be used for off-label uses. This eMedTV Web page discusses some of these possible off-label Levlite uses and explains how this form of birth control works.
Levlite Warnings and Precautions
Levlite can change your menstrual bleeding patterns. This eMedTV segment includes a list of other side effects or problems that may occur with Levlite. Warnings and precautions on who should not take Levlite are also included in this article.
Loestrin is a prescription combined oral contraceptive. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains how Loestrin works and provides a more in-depth look at the birth control pill's effects, potential side effects, and dosing information.
If you are breastfeeding, you will probably be advised to avoid Loestrin (Junel, Microgestin). This eMedTV selection discusses Loestrin and breastfeeding, explaining why your healthcare provider may recommend a different type of birth control pill.
Loestrin (Junel, Microgestin) should not be used during pregnancy. This eMedTV page talks about Loestrin and pregnancy, including information on large studies that looked at what happened when the drug was accidentally taken during early pregnancy.
This eMedTV page explains that although it is a popular belief that birth control pills cause weight gain, research has shown that this may not be the case. This article also covers what to do if you are taking Loestrin and weight gain occurs.
This eMedTV Web segment looks at Loestrin birth control pills. Information discussed includes side effects (such as weight gain), precautions, warnings, drug interactions, and dosing.
It is important to take your Loestrin dosage at the same time each day. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers a detailed discussion on Loestrin dosing, including instructions on what to do if you miss a dose of the birth control pill.
An overdose of Loestrin (Junel, Microgestin) may cause nausea, vaginal bleeding, and other symptoms. This eMedTV page gives more details on what to expect from a Loestrin overdose and explains what to do if you have taken too much of the medication.
Common Loestrin side effects may include headaches, bloating, and nausea. This eMedTV selection describes other potential side effects of Loestrin, including serious side effects that should be reported to a healthcare provider immediately.
Loestrin is an oral contraceptive that is primarily used for preventing pregnancy. As this eMedTV page explains, however, it can also be used for other purposes. Common off-label Loestrin uses (such as the treatment of acne) are also listed.
Loestrin Warnings and Precautions
As this eMedTV article explains, taking Loestrin increases your risk of life-threatening problems, such as heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots. This page covers several other Loestrin warnings and precautions, including who should avoid the drug.
Lopinavir and ritonavir is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV segment explores the effects of lopinavir and ritonavir, describes how the combination drug works, and explains when and how to take the medicine.
Lopinavir and Ritonavir Dosing
The suggested lopinavir and ritonavir dose for people who have tried HIV drugs is 400 mg/100 mg twice daily. This eMedTV article also offers lopinavir and ritonavir dosing recommendations for people who have never taken HIV drugs before.
Lopinavir and Ritonavir for HIV/AIDS
Lopinavir and ritonavir is a combination medicine used for treating HIV and AIDS. This eMedTV presentation examines the drug, including interactions, side effects, dosing, warnings, and precautions.
Maraviroc is a prescription drug that is licensed for treating HIV and AIDS. This selection from the eMedTV Web site explains how maraviroc works, describes the effects of the drug, and offers general dosing tips and precautions.
For adults who are not taking any other medicines, the recommended maraviroc dose is 300 mg twice daily. This eMedTV resource also offers maraviroc dosing guidelines for adults who are taking other medications and provides tips for taking the drug.
This eMedTV segment looks at maraviroc, a medicine used for treating HIV and AIDS. Drug information includes warnings, precautions, side effects, and drug interactions.
Microgestin Fe is a prescription birth control pill that works by stopping ovulation. This eMedTV page offers an overview of Microgestin Fe, including information on its possible side effects and what you should tell your doctor before taking it.
On this eMedTV Web page, we discuss Microgestin Fe birth control pills. Information includes side effects, warnings, drug interactions, dosing, and more.
This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses Microgestin Fe dosing guidelines and provides tips for when and how to take this birth control pill. This page also offers detailed information on what to do if you miss any Microgestin Fe doses.
Modicon is a prescription oral contraceptive that is used to prevent pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page discusses Modicon in more detail, including information on how the contraceptive works, when and how to take it, and what to do if you miss any doses.
Women should typically avoid taking combined oral contraceptives (such as Modicon) while breastfeeding. This eMedTV page further discusses Modicon and breastfeeding, including information on possible problems the pill could cause in a nursing infant.
If you are pregnant, you should not intentionally take Modicon or any other birth control pill. This eMedTV page takes a detailed look at Modicon and pregnancy, and describes the problems that may occur (such as miscarriages and birth defects).
On this eMedTV page, we discuss Modicon birth control pills. Information includes its possible side effects, warnings, interactions, precautions, and dosing.
When taking Modicon for birth control, it is important to understand when and how to take your dosage. This eMedTV resource provides some general Modicon dosing guidelines, including detailed information on what to do if you miss any Modicon dosages.
If you take certain medications with Modicon, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at medications that can cause potentially negative interactions with Modicon, such as antibiotics, cyclosporine, and seizure medicines.
A Modicon overdose may cause vaginal bleeding, vomiting, or disruptions in the menstrual cycle. This part of the eMedTV library describes these and other effects of a Modicon overdose and discusses possible treatment options that are available.
Common Modicon side effects may include nausea, headaches, and bloating. This selection from the eMedTV Web site takes an in-depth look at these and other possible side effects of Modicon, including those that may require immediate medical care.
Modicon is primarily used for preventing pregnancy. However, as this eMedTV page explains, Modicon uses can also include treating acne, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), and painful menstrual periods. This page also explains how Modicon works.
Modicon Warnings and Precautions
You should not take Modicon if you have certain health problems, such as heart disease or liver disease. This eMedTV article describes other Modicon warnings and precautions, including what to tell your doctor before taking this form of birth control.
Nelfinavir is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat HIV and AIDS in both adults and children. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of nelfinavir, explains when and how to take the medicine, and lists possible side effects that may occur.