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Gardasil vaccine for HPV

Gardasil vaccine for HPV

What is HPV? Human Papillomavirus(HPV) is a common virus that comes in many different forms. Some cause no harm; others can cause diseases of the genital area. For most people, the virus goes away on its own. When the the…

Factive Antibiotic

Factive Antibiotic

Factive is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is used to treat adults 18 years or older with bronchitis or pneumonia (lung infections) caused by certain bacteria (germs). It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Factive…

Are you getting enough folate in your diet?

Are you getting enough folate in your diet?

Folate and folic acid are forms of a water-soluble B vitamin. Folate occurs naturally in food. Folic acid is synthetic and is found in supplements and fortified foods. Folate is important in the production and maintenance of new cells. This is especially…

Ranitidine

Ranitidine

Ranitidine belongs to a group of drugs called histamine-2 blockers. It is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines. It also treats conditions in which the stomach produces too much acid, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and other…

Inhibace for HBP and congestive heart failure

Inhibace for HBP and congestive heart failure

Cilazapril (Inhibace) is an ACE inhibitor used for the treatment of high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. It controls blood pressure and reduces symptoms of congestive heart failure by relaxing blood vessels and by making the heart pump more efficiently.…

Plavix

Plavix

Plavix (Clopidogrel) is taken daily to help reduce your risk of having a future heart attack or stroke. It is recommended for people who have suffered from a recent heart attack or recent stroke, or who have been diagnosed with peripheral…

Duac Acne Gel

Duac Acne Gel

Duac acne gel contains the active combination of clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide. Together they are proven to help fight acne more effectively than when either is used alone. Why do I have acne? During puberty your body starts producing hormones. These…

How to fight off colds and the flu

How to fight off colds and the flu

By Dr. Julie Anne Chinnock The sneezing season is fast approaching. Understanding how bugs are passed around and what you can do to avoid them is key to surviving this nasty time of year. Colds and the flu are caused…

What is asthma?

What is asthma?

Asthma is a chronic lung condition in which the airways are extra sensitive, which causes them to react by narrowing, making breathing more difficult. It can occur in people of any age, but usually strikes for the first time during…

AveoTSD anti-snoring device

AveoTSD anti-snoring device

What is aveoTSD and how does it work? The aveoTSD is an anti snoring mouth guard made from a soft medical silicone. It works by holding the tongue forward by gentle suction, preventing it from falling against the back of the throat,…