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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
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Introduction
Nicotine Polacrilex (NIK-o-teen pol-a-KRYE-lex)
Helps you quit smoking. Provides your body with nicotine to replace cigarettes.
Brand Name(s)
Nicorette, Good Sense Nicotine Polacrilex, Nicorelief, Rite Aid Nicotine Polacrilex, Leader Nicotine Polacrilex Gum, Equate Nicotine
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
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Oct 20, 2008 -
Today's New York Times outlined the known state of all four candidates' health. While it dedicated a section to each, the report clearly raised new questions about John McCain's chances of melanoma recurrence.
Here is a look at how the paper of record summarized the medical records:
- McCain: Wounds from untreated injuries and torture while a POW mean McCain may eventually need joint replacements.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Nicotine Addiction
- Health Risks
- Secondhand Smoke
- Smoking Bans
- Quitting Smoking
- Symptoms of Withdrawal
- Failure to Quit
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
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Highlights
Smoking and Your Health
- Smoking may worsen knee osteoarthritis in men. A study published in the Annals of Rheumatic Disease found that male smokers have more pain and cartilage loss than men who do not smoke. Previous studies have not found such a link.
- Smoking greatly increases the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
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Introduction
Ambenonium (am-ben-OH-nee-um)
Treats myasthenia gravis.
Brand Name(s)
Mytelase Chloride
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When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to ambenonium.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
Overview
- Introduction
- Brand Name(s)
- When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
- How to Use This Medicine
- How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine
- Drugs and Foods to Avoid
- Warnings While Using This Medicine
- Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
Introduction
Memantine (me-MAN-teen)
Treats symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, such as problems with memory, concentration, and judgment.
Brand Name(s)
Namenda
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
When This Medicine Should Not Be Used
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to memantine.
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Sep 04, 2008 -
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- Poisonous Ingredient
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- Before Calling Emergency
- Poison Control, or a local emergency number
- What to expect at the emergency room
- Expectations (prognosis)
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Definition
Nicotine is a bitter-tasting compound that naturally occurs in large amounts in the leaves of tobacco plants.
Nicotine poisoning results from too much nicotine. Acute nicotine poisoning usually occurs in young children who accidentally chew on nicotine gum or patches.
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Jul 15, 2008 -
President Bush thinks offshore drilling might be the Nicorette gum America needs to kick its oil addiction. Yesterday Bush lifted the executive ban on offshore drilling imposed by his father, removing one hurdle for exploration.
Bush explained:
"This means that the only thing standing between the American people and these vast oil resources is action from the US Congress.
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Jan 16, 2008 -
Katherine Heigl didn't even get a chance to make her way out of JFK before she was spotted by the paparazzi, and even given a gift by one fan. We all know how much Ms. Heigl loves those cigarettes, and one person decided to recommend a box of Nicorette patches to help her kick that nasty habit.
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