Discusses ectopic pregnancy (tubal pregnancy), a condition where a fertilized egg grows outside of the uterus. Covers tests and treatments. Discusses complications, including fallopian tube damage. Covers risk factors like smoking, PID, or tubal ligation.
Eculizumab is a monoclonal antibody. Eculizumab binds to proteins in the blood that can destroy red blood cells in people with genetic conditions that affect the natural defenses of red blood cells. Eculizumab is used to prevent the breakdown of red blood cells in adults with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH)...
Edaravone works by relieving the effects of oxidative stress, which may be related to the death of motor neurons (nerve cells) in people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Keeping motor neurons healthy may help to preserve muscle function. Edaravone is used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Edaravone may...
Edetate calcium disodium is a chelating (KEE-late-ing) agent that can remove a heavy metal from the blood. Edetate calcium disodium is used to treat lead poisoning. Edetate calcium disodium may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Edoxaban blocks the activity of certain clotting substances in the blood. Edoxaban is used to lower the risk of stroke caused by a blood clot in people with a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation. This medicine is used when the atrial fibrillation is not caused by a heart valve problem. Edoxaban is also used...
Efavirenz is an antiviral medicine that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from multiplying in your body. Efavirenz is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Efavirenz is for adults and children who are at least 3 months old and weigh at least 8 pounds. Efavirenz...
Atripla is a combination antiviral medication that prevents human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) from reproducing in your body. Atripla is used to treat HIV, the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Atripla is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. Atripla is for use in adults and children who are at least...
Efavirenz, lamivudine, and tenofovir is a combination antiviral medicine that is used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is the virus that can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). This medicine is not a cure for HIV or AIDS. Symfi is for use in adults and children who weigh at least 88 pounds...
Think of discipline as a way to guide and teach your child about positive ways to behave. A parenting style that works well is one that uses discipline proactively. The goal is to use techniques that encourage your child's sense of responsibility, nurture self-esteem, and strengthen your relationship with your child...
This table compares how well different birth control methods work. The column on the right shows how many women out of 100 will have an unplanned pregnancy in the first year of using a method. These numbers reflect studies of real-life usage. You can improve on the real-life failure rate of birth control methods by...
Efinaconazole topical is used to treat a fungal infection of the toenail called onychomycosis. Efinaconazole topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Eflornithine interferes with a chemical in hair follicles under the skin, which slows hair growth where the medicine is applied. Eflornithine topical is used to reduce unwanted facial hair in women. Eflornithine topical does not permanently remove facial hair or prevent hair growth. Eflornithine topical may also be used...
Elagolix binds to the same receptors in the body as a certain hormone that stimulates the production of sex hormones. Elagolix works by lowering blood levels of estradiol and progesterone (female sex hormones). Elagolix is used to treat moderate to severe pain caused by endometriosis. Elagolix may also be used for...
Elagolix, estradiol, and norethindrone (Oriahnn) is used to control heavy menstrual bleeding in adult women with uterine fibroids. Oriahnn is not for use in women who have entered menopause. Oriahnn may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Elapegademase is a man-made form of an enzyme called adenosine deaminase (ADA). ADA is important in the body for preventing the buildup of certain proteins harmful to the white blood cells that help your body fight infections. Elapegademase is used to replace ADA in adults and children with adenosine deaminase severe...
Elbasvir and grazoprevir are antiviral medicines that prevent hepatitis C (HCV) from multiplying in your body. Elbasvir and grazoprevir is a combination medicine used to treat chronic hepatitis C in adults. This medicine is sometimes given together with another drug called ribavirin. Elbasvir and grazoprevir treats...
