Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)

What are the most important things you need to know about your medicines? Make sure you know about each of the medicines you take. This includes why you take it, how to take it, what you can expect while you're taking it, and any warnings about the medicine. The information provided here is general. So be sure...

disopyramide

Disopyramide affects the way that your heart beats. Disopyramide is used to treat life-threatening irregular heartbeat patterns. Disopyramide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)

What is dissociative identity disorder? Dissociative identity disorder (DID) is a rare mental health condition. It was once known as multiple personality disorder. People who have it have two or more separate personalities. But they often don't know that the other personalities exist. And they can't remember things...

disulfiram

Disulfiram blocks an enzyme that is involved in metabolizing alcohol intake. Disulfiram produces very unpleasant side effects when combined with alcohol in the body. Disulfiram is used in certain people with chronic alcoholism. This medicine can help keep you from drinking because of the unpleasant side effects that...

divalproex sodium

Divalproex sodium comes in different pill forms that are for different uses. Divalproex sodium tablets and capsules are used to treat seizures in people with epilepsy who are at least 10 years old. Divalproex sodium tablets are sometimes used together with other seizure medications. Divalproex sodium tablets are also...

Diverticular Bleeding

Briefly discusses diverticular bleeding. Explains what diverticular bleeding is. Looks at causes, and symptoms such as severe rectal bleeding. Covers treatment options. Offers prevention tips, including eating a high-fiber diet.

Diverticulitis

Includes info on diverticulitis, a condition in which pouches form in the colon and get inflamed or infected. Discusses symptoms and possible complications. Covers treatment with changes to your diet, medicine, or surgery. Offers prevention tips.

Diverticulosis

Looks at causes and symptoms of diverticulosis. Explains what diverticulosis is and how it is treated. Covers painful diverticular disease. Offers home treatment and prevention tips, including eating more dietary fiber.

Dizziness: Lightheadedness and Vertigo

Dizziness is a word that is often used to describe two different feelings. It is important to know exactly what you mean when you say "I feel dizzy," because it can help you and your doctor narrow down the list of possible problems. Lightheadedness is a feeling that you are about to faint or "pass out."...

dobutamine

Dobutamine stimulates heart muscle and improves blood flow by helping the heart pump better. Dobutamine is used short-term to treat cardiac decompensation due to weakened heart muscle. Dobutamine is usually given after other heart medicines have been tried without success. Dobutamine may also be used for purposes not...

docetaxel

Docetaxel is used to treat breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, stomach cancer, and head/neck cancer. Docetaxel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

docosanol topical

Docosanol topical (for the skin) is used to treat cold sores on the face and lips. Docosanol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

docusate (oral/rectal)

Docusate is a stool softener that makes bowel movements softer and easier to pass. Docusate is used to relieve occasional constipation (irregularity). There are many brands and forms of docusate available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet. Docusate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

docusate and senna

Docusate is a stool softener. Senna is a laxative. Docusate and senna is a combination medicine used to treat occasional constipation. Docusate and senna may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Does Aspirin Prevent Cancer?

Many people take aspirin every day, or every other day, to help prevent heart attack and stroke. But should you take it to prevent cancer? Research has shown that aspirin does help prevent heart attack and stroke in people who are at high risk for those things. But cancer is different. Yes, there are studies...

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