What is this medication? ACITRETIN (a si TRE tin) treats psoriasis. It works by decreasing inflammation and slowing down the growth of skin cells. This reduces redness and swelling, as well as scaling of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called retinoids. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your […]
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What is this medication? ACIDULATED PHOSPHATE FLUORIDE (uh SID yoo lay ted FOS fate FLOOR ide) prevents tooth decay. It may also be used to reduce gum and tooth sensitivity. It works by making your teeth stronger. Fluoride is a mineral that plays an important role in the health of your teeth and bones. This […]
Why am I having this test? The serum acid phosphatase test is sometimes used in the diagnosis of prostate cancer and in helping to determine if the cancer has spread beyond the prostate. Acid phosphatase may also be high in other prostate diseases, or after procedures that manipulate the prostate. This test has been largely […]
Achilles tendon repair is a surgery to repair an Achilles tendon that has been torn (ruptured). This tendon is a rope-like cord of tissue that connects the lower leg muscles to the heel. During the surgery, the torn ends of the Achilles tendon are reconnected. This procedure is typically done in an outpatient surgery center. […]
What is this medication? ACETOHYDROXAMIC ACID (as i to hi DROK sam ik AS id) treats urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by bacteria that increase ammonia levels in your urine. It works by lowering ammonia levels in your urine. This slows the growth of kidney stones. It can also help antibiotics for UTIs work better. […]
What is this medication? ACETIC ACID (a SEE tik AS id) irrigation solution is used to prevent infection due to placement of a catheter into the bladder. It may also be used for the care of certain skin wounds. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if […]
What is this medication? ACETIC ACID (a SEE tik AS id) ear drops are used to treat external ear infections, such as “swimmer’s ear”. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Acetasol, Borofair, VoSoL What should I tell my care […]
What is this medication? ACETAZOLAMIDE (a set a ZOLE a mide) reduces swelling related to heart disease. It may also be used to reduce swelling caused by medications. It helps your kidneys remove more fluid and salt from your blood through the urine. It may also be used to treat conditions with increased pressure of […]
What is this medication? ACETAZOLAMIDE (a set a ZOLE a mide) reduces swelling related to heart disease. It may also be used to reduce swelling caused by medications. It helps your kidneys remove more fluid and salt from your blood through the urine. It can be used to treat conditions with increased pressure of the […]
What is this medication? ACETAZOLAMIDE (a set a ZOLE a mide) treats conditions with increased pressure of the eye, such as glaucoma. It works by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eye, which helps lower eye pressure. It may also be used to prevent or treat symptoms of altitude sickness. It works by increasing […]