Here are this weeks special features from our sister sites at Dermatologist.org and Cardiologist.Org
Calcium Channel Blockers
Calcium channel blockers are heart disease drugs that increase the blood and oxygen supply to the heart, while lessening the heart’s workload. Examples of brand name calcium channel blockers include: Norvasc, Plendil, Cardizem, Calan, Adalat, Cardene, Sular, Vascor, Virapin and Isoptin. What Conditions Do These Blockers Help? For a variety of heart conditions including: coronary artery disease, coronary spasm, angina, abnormal heart rhythms, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, diastolic heart failure, and migraine headaches. Calcium channel blockers read more
Myocardial Ischemia
This condition occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is decreased by a blockage of an artery. Myocardial ischemia is also known as cardiac ischemia, and it has the ability to damage your heart muscles, reducing its ability to efficiently pump blood. Severe blockages of certain coronary arteries may lead to a heart attack. Myocardial ischemia can also cause serious arrhythmias. Treatment for myocardial ischemia is meant to help improve blood flow to the heart muscle. Treatments can come in the form of medications, procedures that open read more
Beta Blockers
Beta blockers are also known as beta-adrenergic blocking agents. They treat a variety of conditions including hypertension (high blood pressure), glaucoma, and migraines. Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of epinephrine, the hormone that produces adrenaline. The beta blockers will reduce heart beats with less force, thus reducing blood pressure. They also help to open up blood vessels to improve blood flow. Examples of beta blockers include: Acebutolol Atenolol Bisoprolol Carvedilol Metoprolol Nadolol Nebivolol Propranolol Beta read more
Nizoral
Also known as ketoconazole topical cream, brand name Nizoral is a medication used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm, and dandruff. It can also be used to treat a skin condition called pityriasis, a fungal infection that causes a lightening or darkening of the skin. Nizoral is an azole antifungal that works to prevent growth of fungus. To use this topical medication, clean and dry the affected area and apply a thin film of cream to skin once or twice a day. Dosage and strength will be up to your dermatologist’s read more
Metrogel
Also known as Metrocream, Metrolotion, and Noritate, Metrogel is a topical cream with a main ingredient called metronidazole, used on the skin to treat rosacea. This medication is an antibiotic that helps decrease redness, inflammation, and the number of pimples caused by rosacea. Some versions of this medication also contains sunscreen protection. To use Metrogel, apply onto the affected area. Wash and dry your hands before and after applying the medication. Also wash and dry the area to be treated. Wait about 10-15 minutes before applying a read more
Sculptra Aesthetic
Sculptra Aesthetic, also known as injectable poly-L-lactic acid, is a cosmetic treatment used to improve the appearance of aging skin folds, indented chin surfaces, hollow cheeks, and sunken eyes. The Sculptra treatment is performed in the plastic surgeon’s office, typically for patients ages 35 to 60. It is very quick and almost painless. The overall process takes about 15 to 30 minutes; patients get to return home within minutes after it is done. The main ingredients in Sculptra has been commonly used in dissolvable stitches and soft tissue read more
