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  2. Phenytoin - Wikipedia

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    Antacids administered in a peptic ulcer regimen may decrease the AUC of a single dose of phenytoin. Patients should be cautioned against concomitant use of antacids and phenytoin." [44] Warfarin and trimethoprim increase serum phenytoin levels and prolong the serum half-life of phenytoin by inhibiting its metabolism. Consider using other ...

  3. Nephrotoxicity - Wikipedia

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    There are various forms, [2] and some drugs may affect kidney function in more than one way. Nephrotoxins are substances displaying nephrotoxicity. Nephrotoxicity should not be confused with some medications predominantly excreted by the kidneys needing their dose adjusted for the decreased kidney function (e.g., heparin, lithium).

  4. Ranitidine - Wikipedia

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    If taken intravenously, the half-life is generally 2.0–2.5 hours in a patient with normal kidney function and normal creatinine clearance. [medical citation needed] In patients with kidney dysfunction, the half-life may increase to 4 to 5 hours. [125] Excretion: The primary route of excretion is the urine. [125]

  5. Antacid - Wikipedia

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    Calcium carbonate antacid tablets. An antacid is a substance which neutralizes stomach acidity and is used to relieve heartburn, indigestion, or an upset stomach. [1] Some antacids have been used in the treatment of constipation and diarrhea. [2] Marketed antacids contain salts of aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or sodium. [2]

  6. Zepbound Weight Loss Medication Approved by FDA to Treat ...

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    Stock image of a woman using a humidifier to treat sleep apnea. The FDA conducted two studies, both of which found that Zepbound helps reduce sleep apnea symptoms in some patients by aiding weight ...

  7. Doctors Say This Nighttime Behavior Can Be A Sign Of Dementia

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    Sundowning is often a symptom that happens after someone is diagnosed with dementia or a dementia-related disease, but it can also be an early sign of mental decline itself. “There are changes ...

  8. List of withdrawn drugs - Wikipedia

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    An ingredient in "A.P.C." tablet; withdrawn because of risk of cancer and kidney disease [42] Germany Denmark, UK, US, others Reason: nephropathy. [3] Phenformin and Buformin: 1977 France, Germany US Severe lactic acidosis [3] Phenolphthalein: 1997 US Possible carcinogen. [43] Phenoxypropazine: 1966 UK Hepatotoxicity, drug intereaction. [3 ...

  9. Magnesium is going viral as a natural sleep aid. But is it safe?

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    The recommendation for magnesium glycinate for sleep is 200 milligrams 30 minutes before going to sleep. Otherwise, magnesium supplements can be taken at any time of the day, with or without food ...