acetazolamide

Acetazolamide reduces the activity of a protein in your body called carbonic anhydrase. Blocking this protein can help reduce the build-up of certain fluids in the body. . Acetazolamide is used in people with certain types of glaucoma to reduce the amount of fluid in the eye, which decreases pressure inside the eye...

Acetazolamide

Provides a summary of interactions with vitamins, herbs, and food

acetic acid (irrigant)

Acetic acid is a natural acidic substance that is normally found in vinegar. . Acetic acid irrigant is used to cleanse (irrigate) the inside of the bladder in people who use a catheter in the urethra (the tube for passing urine out of your bladder) for a long period of time. Acetic acid helps prevent infection and...

acetic acid (otic)

Acetic acid is an antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria or fungus. Acetic acid otic (for the ear) is used to treat infections in the ear canal. This medicine will not treat an inner ear infection (also called otitis media). Acetic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

acetic acid (vaginal)

Acetic acid is a natural acidic substance that is normally found in vinegar. Acetic acid vaginal (for use in the vagina) is used to increase the acidity inside the vaginal canal. . Acetic acid vaginal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

acetic acid and hydrocortisone (otic)

Acetic acid is an antibiotic that treats infections caused by bacteria or fungus. Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Acetic acid and hydrocortisone otic (for the ear) is a combination medicine used to treat infections in the ear canal, and to relieve the...

Acetic Acid Irrigation Solution 0.25%

This medicine is used to irrigate the bladder. DO NOT inject this medicine. Carefully follow the instructions for preparing this medicine before use. Keep the medicine at room temperature. Avoid heat and direct light. Do not freeze the medicine. Discard any remaining medicine. This medicine is usually given through a...

acetohydroxamic acid

Acetohydroxamic acid helps prevent a build-up of ammonia in urine that can be caused by a bladder infection. Increased ammonia in urine can cause the growth of kidney stones. Acetohydroxamic acid is used to keep urine ammonia levels low in people who have a certain type of chronic bladder infection. . Acetohydroxamic...

Acetyl-L-Carnitine

How to Use It Most research involving acetyl-L-carnitine has used 500 mg three times per day, though some research has used double this amount. 1. Where to Find It Acetyl-L-carnitine is a molecule that occurs naturally in the brain, liver, and kidney. It is also available as a dietary supplement. Possible Deficiencies...

Acetylcholine Ophthalmic Solution

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Do not use any other eye medicine without your doctor's knowledge. Brand Name(s): Miochol. Generic Name: Acetylcholine Chloride.

acetylcysteine (inhalation)

Acetylcysteine inhalation is used to thin the mucus in people with certain lung conditions such as cystic fibrosis, emphysema, bronchitis, pneumonia, or tuberculosis. Acetylcysteine inhalation is also used during surgery or anesthesia, and to prepare the throat or lungs for a medical test. Acetylcysteine inhalation may...

acetylcysteine (oral)

Acetylcysteine is used to help prevent or lessen liver damage caused by taking large quantities of acetaminophen (Tylenol). There are other brands and forms of acetylcysteine available, and some can be purchased over the counter. Not all forms of this medicine are effective as an acetaminophen antidote. Do not attempt...

Acetylcysteine Injection

This medicine is used for the following purposes: drug overdose, kidney protection. Brand Name(s): Acetadote. Generic Name: Acetylcysteine.

Acetylcysteine Oral Capsule

Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom. If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time. Drug interactions can...

Achilles paratenonitis

Achilles paratenonitis is inflammation of the covering of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It can cause scarring that restricts the motion of the Achilles tendon. Achilles paratenonitis is caused by overuse or repeated movements and poorly fitted shoes. It is frequently seen in...

Achilles tendinopathy

Achilles tendinopathy happens when you injure your Achilles tendon and it doesn't heal as it should. Your Achilles tendon connects your calf muscle to your heel. This problem causes pain and makes it hard to move your foot and ankle. Achilles tendinopathy is also often called Achilles tendinitis. Tendinopathy is not the...

Achilles tendon

A tendon attaches muscle to bone. The Achilles tendon, also called the heel cord, attaches the calf muscles (gastrocnemius and soleus) to the heel bone (calcaneus). It is the largest tendon in the body and withstands a large amount of weight with each foot movement. The Achilles tendon allows the foot to point downward...

Achilles Tendon

The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. The calf muscle is actually two muscles, the gastrocnemius muscle and the soleus muscle. The soleus lies underneath the gastrocnemius. The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It allows you to rise up on your toes and push off while walking or...

Achilles Tendon Injury

Courtesy of Intermountain Medical Imaging, Boise, Idaho. Figure 1 shows magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of a normal heel and Achilles tendon. Figure 2 shows a torn Achilles tendon with fluid collected at the site of the tear.

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