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Can you use metronidazole for cats?

The Checkup by Singlecare

When treating your cat’s gastro issues with metronidazole, here’s what to know about how it works, how to administer it to your pet, potential side effects, drug reactions, and when to avoid it. In humans, metronidazole is FDA-approved for treating certain bacterial infections. What is metronidazole used for in cats?

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Zinc for the Common Cold

The People's Pharmacy

These studies revealed no serious adverse reactions, though zinc can cause nausea, vomiting and irritation of the mouth or nose. Back in 2009, the FDA warned people against using one of the most popular brands, Zicam. That is certainly not a dramatic improvement, but many people might welcome that.

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Can Statins Cause Memory Loss and Transient Global Amnesia?

The People's Pharmacy

That said, the FDA requires this notification in the official prescribing information: “There have been rare reports of cognitive impairment (e.g., Transient Global Amnesia Can Strike At Any Age: “I suffered from 10 hours of amnesia in 2009 when I was 63 years old. Many people develop cognitive decline regardless of medications.

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What are the side effects of Bactrim for older adults?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Bactrim use in older adults has been associated with rare but serious adverse reactions, including neurological confusion, hyperkalemia, blood disorders, and hypoglycemia. Cefuroxime , a cephalosporin antibiotic that can be used to treat many types of bacterial infections. The bottom line: Is Bactrim safe for elderly people?

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How Supporting the Liver Is Key to Recovering from Thyroid Disease

The Thyroid Pharmacist

The previous trip to Poland was in 2009, when I had a lot of health issues, but not yet a diagnosis. Or, you may invest in some supplements and medications, only to discover you have an adverse reaction to them. Or, you may even be scared to try a new intervention in case you have an adverse reaction to it.

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Low Dose Naltrexone and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

You may be familiar with naltrexone, which is an FDA-approved medication that has been used since the 1980s for opioid withdrawal. IW: What are some of the more common adverse reactions that people have to LDN? LDN was one of the first interventions that I had tried on my thyroid journey back in 2009.

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How Balancing Iron Levels Can Help Your Thyroid

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Some people may have adverse reactions to iron. Just this year, the FDA approved Jesduvroq tablets (daprodustat) as the first oral treatment for anemia caused by chronic kidney disease, for adults who have been receiving dialysis for at least four months. [58] May 17, 2009. September 2020. Accessed June 23, 2023.