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Aceon

Aceon is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at the drug, including its effects, dosing information, and general precautions to be aware of when taking it.

Aceon and Pregnancy

There are many possible side effects of Aceon, and pregnancy complications are a potential risk. As this eMedTV article explains, Aceon is not recommended during pregnancy because it may cause temporary or permanent problems to a fetus.

Aceon and Weight Gain

While there are many possible side effects of Aceon, weight gain is not a reported problem. This eMedTV segment explains why there is no likely connection, but also offers dieting tips for those who do develop gradual weight gain while on the drug.

Aceon Cough

Side effects may occur with Aceon; a cough is one of the more commonly reported problems. This page of the eMedTV library describes this cough in more detail, including causes, and discusses the likelihood of developing this side effect.

Aceon Dosage

The suggested Aceon dosage when beginning high blood pressure treatment is 4 mg once daily. This eMedTV segment also lists the recommended maintenance dosing for Aceon and offers tips and precautions to consider when taking the medicine.

Aceon Drug Interactions

This eMedTV resource contains a list of medicines that may potentially cause Aceon drug interactions, including diuretics, potassium supplements, and lithium. Interactions may reduce the effectiveness of the drugs or cause certain side effects.

Aceon Medicine

Aceon Overdose

This eMedTV page lists potential Aceon overdose symptoms, including extremely low blood pressure, increased sodium or potassium levels in the blood, or kidney failure. Various overdose treatment options are also listed in this article.

Aceon Precautions and Warnings

Aceon may cause extreme low blood pressure in some people. This eMedTV Web page offers more Aceon precautions and warnings, including other side effects that may develop and information on who should not take the medication.

Aceon Side Effects

While not everyone will experience problems with Aceon, side effects are possible. Therefore, this page from the eMedTV archives lists both common and rare side effects seen with the drug, including those that require prompt medical care.

Acion

Aceon is a high blood pressure drug licensed for use in adults and children ages six and older. This eMedTV page explains how the drug works and offers details on its effects and dosing guidelines. Acion is a common misspelling of Aceon.

Afeditab

Afeditab CR is a prescription drug used to control high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this medication, including information about how it works, its side effects, and what to tell your doctor before taking it.

Afeditab and Breastfeeding

Although Afeditab CR does pass through breast milk, it still may be safe to breastfeed while on this drug. This eMedTV page explains, however, that the manufacturer of Afeditab CR does not recommend taking Afeditab CR and breastfeeding.

Afeditab and Depression

Depression is a rare side effect of Afeditab CR. This eMedTV page explains why it is hard to determine if Afeditab CR alone causes depression and discusses what your doctor may recommend if you are taking Afeditab CR and depression becomes a problem.

Afeditab and Dry Mouth

People taking Afeditab CR may experience a dry mouth. This eMedTV resource lists things you can try if you're taking Afeditab CR and dry mouth becomes a problem, such as sipping water or sugarless drinks often and avoiding caffeine and alcohol.

Afeditab and Impotence

It is possible to develop impotence while taking Afeditab CR. This part of the eMedTV Web site discusses the results of clinical studies involving Afeditab CR and impotence, explaining how often the condition occurs and what your doctor may suggest.

Afeditab and Pregnancy

In animal studies, Afeditab CR was shown to increase the risk of miscarriages and birth defects. This eMedTV article discusses Afeditab CR and pregnancy, including information about when a doctor may still prescribe the drug to a pregnant woman.

Afeditab CR Drug Information

Afeditab Dosage

Afeditab CR dosing for treating high blood pressure generally starts at 30 mg once daily. As this eMedTV page explains, your doctor may adjust your Afeditab CR dosage based on other medical conditions you have or other medications you are taking.

Afeditab Drug Interactions

When medicines such as warfarin or digoxin are taken with Afeditab CR, drug interactions may occur. This eMedTV page offers a more complete list of drugs that may cause Afeditab CR interactions and explains the problems these interactions can cause.

Afeditab Overdose

Overdosing on Afeditab CR may result in fluid in the lungs, low blood pressure, or a loss of consciousness. This eMedTV article identifies possible signs of an Afeditab CR overdose and discusses various treatment options that are available.

Afeditab Side Effects

Common side effects of Afeditab CR include such things as dizziness, headaches, and swelling. This eMedTV segment lists other Afeditab CR side effects, including potentially serious side effects that you should immediately report to your doctor.

Afeditab Uses

Afeditab CR uses are primarily for treating high blood pressure in adults. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains how Afeditab CR works to control blood pressure and describes possible off-label uses of the drug (such as treating preterm labor).

Afeditab Warnings and Precautions

Afeditab CR may cause water retention (edema) and can cause congestive heart failure in some people. This eMedTV segment discusses other Afeditab CR warnings and precautions to be aware of, including information on who should not take the drug.

African Americans and Hypertension

Unfortunately, hypertension occurs more often in people of African-American descent. This eMedTV article explains the connection between African Americans and hypertension, and offers simple lifestyle changes that can help reduce blood pressure.

Aliskiren

Aliskiren is a renin inhibitor approved to treat high blood pressure. This segment of the eMedTV archives provides an in-depth look at this medication, including information on its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.

Aliskiren and Valsartan

Aliskiren and valsartan is a prescription high blood pressure medication. This segment of the eMedTV Web site offers a detailed overview of this drug, including information on how it works, when and how to take it, overdose symptoms, and more.

Aliskiren and Valsartan Dosage

Aliskiren and valsartan comes in the form of a tablet and is usually taken once a day. This eMedTV selection explains how your aliskiren and valsartan dose will be determined, including information on when and how to this prescription medication.

Aliskiren and Valsartan Drug Information

Aliskiren and valsartan is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure in adults. This eMedTV segment offers basic drug information on aliskiren and valsartan, including a discussion on dosing guidelines and possible side effects.

Aliskiren Dosage

Several factors will affect your aliskiren dosage, such as how well you respond to the drug. This eMedTV Web page explains that the usual starting dose of aliskiren is 150 mg once daily. This page also provides general aliskiren dosing guidelines.

Aliskiren Drug Information

Aliskiren is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the drug, including possible interactions, warnings, side effects, and dosing.

Amlodipine and Atorvastatin

Amlodipine and atorvastatin is often prescribed to treat conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV article describes the drug in detail, offering information on how it works, possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

Amlodipine and Atorvastatin (Caduet) -- Drug Information

Amlodipine and Atorvastatin Dosing

Various factors affect the dose of amlodipine and atorvastatin that is prescribed, which this eMedTV page lists. General amlodipine and atorvastatin dosing guidelines are also explained, and helpful tips are included for those taking the medication.

Amlodipine and Olmesartan

Amlodipine and olmesartan is a medicine that is prescribed for treating high blood pressure. This page from the eMedTV Web site explains how amlodipine and olmesartan works, lists potential side effects of the drug, and offers tips on taking the drug.

Amlodipine and Olmesartan Dosing

Amlodipine and olmesartan dosing will vary based on several factors. This eMedTV Web page explains these factors in more detail and provides a list of tips and precautions for taking the medicine.

Amlodipine and Olmesartan Information

Amlodipine and olmesartan is a combination medicine approved to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). This eMedTV presentation examines the medicine, including possible interactions, warnings, precautions, and side effects.

Amlodipine and Valsartan

Amlodipine and valsartan is a blood pressure medication that is available by prescription. This eMedTV resource describes the combination drug in more detail and offers information on its effects, dosing suggestions, and possible side effects.

Amlodipine and Valsartan Dosing

As this eMedTV article explains, your doctor will base your amlodipine and valsartan dosage on factors such as your previous dose of either drug. This article also offers tips on when and how to take the combination drug.

Amlodipine and Valsartan Drug Information

Amlodipine-Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide

Amlodipine-valsartan-hydrochlorothiazide is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure. This eMedTV page offers a more in-depth look at this medication and its effects, dosing guidelines, and possible side effects.

Amlodipine-Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide Dosage

As this eMedTV article explains, when recommending a dosage of amlodipine-valsartan-hydrochlorothiazide, your doctor will consider the severity of your blood pressure and a number of other factors, which are discussed in this article.

Amlodipine-Valsartan-Hydrochlorothiazide Information

On this eMedTV Web page, the drug amlodipine-valsartan-hydrochlorothiazide is discussed. Information includes its dosing, side effects, warnings, and possible interactions.

Benazapril

This page on the eMedTV Web site discusses benazepril, a prescription drug used to lower blood pressure. This article talks about the dosing and possible side effects of benazepril. Benazapril is a common misspelling of benazepril.

Benazepril

Benazepril is a prescription drug used to control high blood pressure. This eMedTV article explains how benazepril works and lists the drug's side effects and strengths, factors that can affect dosing, and things to tell your doctor before taking it.

Benazepril Dosing

For most adults, the starting benazepril dose is 10 mg once daily and the normal daily dose is 20-40 mg. This eMedTV page covers benazepril dosing, including dosing for children and factors that may affect the benazepril dose your doctor prescribes.

Benazepril HCl

Benazepril HCT

Benazepril Side Effects

Common benazepril side effects can include cough, fatigue, and dizziness. This eMedTV segment talks about these and other possible side effects of benazepril. This page also lists the side effects that you should report immediately to your doctor.

Benazepril Uses

Benazepril controls high blood pressure in adults and children six years of age and older. But as this eMedTV Web page explains, benazepril does not cure high blood pressure. This page also discusses off-label benazepril uses.

Benazepril-Amlodipine

This eMedTV article explains that benazepril-amlodipine is a prescription medication that can lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood. This page also covers side effects and dosing guidelines.