Afamelanotide is used in adults with erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP). EPP is a condition that can cause severe pain or other skin reactions to sunlight or artificial light. Afamelanotide is used to help increase the amount of pain-free time you can spend in sunlight or artificial light. Afamelanotide may also be...
Brand Name(s): Tecelra ®
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Afatinib is used to treat a certain type of non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Afatinib is used for this condition only if your tumor has a specific genetic marker for which your doctor will test. . Afatinib is also used to treat squamous non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to...
For treating cancer. Brand Name(s): Gilotrif. Generic Name: Afatinib.
This medicine is used for the following purposes: angina, high blood pressure, Raynaud's disease.
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This medicine is used for the following purposes: eye disease, eye, cancer. Brand Name(s): Zaltrap. Generic Name: Ziv-Aflibercept, Ziv-aflibercept .
Aflibercept ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat wet age-related macular degeneration. Aflibercept ophthalmic is also used to treat macular edema following retinal vein occlusion, a swelling in the retina caused by a blockage in the blood vessels. Aflibercept ophthalmic is also used to treat diabetic retinopathy...
This medicine is used for the following purposes: eye disease, eye. Brand Name(s): Eylea. Generic Name: Aflibercept.
Vaccine to prevent a viral infection.
Learn why it's important to take antiplatelet medicine or a daily aspirin after a heart attack.
Learn how beta-blocker medicine helps your heart heal after a heart attack.
Learn how beta-blocker medicine helps your heart heal after a heart attack.
Get tips for how to keep track of and prepare for your follow-up doctor appointments.
If you have a family member who has had a stroke, you may be concerned about how the stroke is going to affect your family's lifestyle. You may be concerned about finances and changes in family roles and responsibilities. Here are some ways to help your loved one and other family members adjust: Realize that after a...
Learn why it's important to take blood-thinning medicine after your stroke.
Learn why it's important to take antiplatelet medicine after a stroke.
Learn how your self-care plan can help you manage after a stroke.
It's easy to get too tired and overwhelmed during your first weeks after childbirth. Be sure to rest whenever you can, and accept help from others. Be kind to yourself. Your new baby takes a lot of work, but your baby can give you a lot of pleasure too. Don't worry about chores for a while. Allow your friends or family...
You may have pelvic bone problems after childbirth. Some problems include: Pelvic girdle pain. During pregnancy the extra weight from your growing baby puts more strain on your pelvic bones and joints. This can cause pain and discomfort. After childbirth the pain usually improves over several months. Separated pubic...
It may be difficult to urinate for a day or two after delivery. And you may urinate more than usual for days or weeks after delivery. Your body is getting rid of the extra fluid from pregnancy. You may also sweat heavily as you lose the extra fluid. If you had an incision ( episiotomy) or a tear in your vagina during...
Learn what to expect and what you'll need to know to take care of your baby at home after the NICU.
Find out what happens to your body after giving birth and why it can take time to feel like yourself again.
Agalsidase beta is used in the treatment of Fabry disease (a deficiency of alpha-galactosidase A enzyme) in adults and children at least 2 years old. Agalsidase beta may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
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This medicine is given as a continuous infusion into a vein. This medicine is given gradually through the IV line. Always inspect the medicine before using. Check the medicine before each use. If the liquid medicine has any particles in it, appears discolored, or if the vial appears damaged, do not use it. Keep this...
With a little help you can reduce the effects of ARCD, such as memory problems. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful. Go for the ginkgo Boost mental function by taking 120 to 240 mg a day of a standardized herbal extract of Ginkgo biloba. Explore acetyl-L-carnitine...
Normal changes occur in your feet as you age. Feet tend to spread, possibly causing shoe size to change. Have your feet measured each time you buy shoes. Do not assume that your shoe size has not changed. The bottoms of the feet lose the fatty pads (especially the heel pad) that cushion the feet. Skin becomes thinner...
What is age-related hearing loss? Age-related hearing loss (presbycusis) is a progressive loss of the ability to hear that happens as people get older. It affects both ears. It starts with problems hearing high-pitched sounds. Over time, the ability to hear lower-pitched sounds may be affected as well. This kind of...
