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Mental Illness May Make Teens Vulnerable to Drugs, Alcohol FRIDAY, Aug. 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Teens who are struggling with mental health disorders are more likely to smoke cigarettes, drink alcohol and use marijuana, a new Brazilian study suggests. Researchers reviewed self-reported data from more than 4,000 high school students in Sao Paulo. The teens were between the ages of 15 and 18. They came from 128 public and private schools. Just under half had clinically significant symptoms of mental h...
Menopause Hastens Aging, Studies Suggest TUESDAY, July 26, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Menopause, and the insomnia that often goes along with it, can speed aging in women, two new studies suggest. "For decades, scientists have disagreed over whether menopause causes aging or aging causes menopause," said Steve Horvath, senior author of both papers. "It's like the chicken or the egg: which came first? Our study is the first to demonstrate that menopause makes you age faster," said Horvath, a professor of hu...
Med Students View Ex-Patients' E-Records to Track Progress MONDAY, July 25, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Many U.S. medical students use electronic health records to track the progress of their former patients and confirm the accuracy of their diagnoses, a new study shows. While the practice raises issues over privacy, checking up on former patients may not be a bad thing overall, the researchers said. The students "are accessing health information for educational purposes -- it is important for them to lear...
Mouse Study Offers Hope for Vaccine Against Chlamydia THURSDAY, July 21, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- A new Canadian study with mice suggests there is hope for a vaccine to protect against chlamydia, a common, sexually transmitted infection that can render young women infertile if left untreated. The vaccine works by interrupting the process by which chlamydia infects host cells, said senior researcher James Mahony, a professor of pathology and molecular medicine at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario....
Menopause: Not All Hot Flashes Are Created Equal FRIDAY, July 22, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The hot flashes and night sweats of menopause don't play out the same for all women, new research shows. Almost 80 percent of women do get hot flashes, night sweats or both during menopause, the researchers found. But the timing of these symptoms and how long they last appear to vary a great deal, with factors such as body weight, race, education and dietary habits tending to predict the patterns. "We used to thin...
Meningitis B Vaccine Falls Short of Expectations WEDNESDAY, July 20, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- About one-third of Princeton University students given a vaccine to combat a meningitis B outbreak on campus in 2013 didn't show signs of protection from the immunization, researchers reported. However, none of the vaccinated students developed a meningitis infection, the study found. It was the first-ever use of the meningococcal group B vaccine Bexsero (4CMenB) in the United States. Two-thirds of those who go...
Much-Maligned Pigeon May Be a Lead Detective WEDNESDAY, July 20, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Though pigeons are generally considered a city-dwelling nuisance, researchers have found that these "rats of the sky" can be used to monitor levels of lead and other toxic compounds in cities. Blood samples taken from hundreds of sick or injured pigeons in New York City between 2010 and 2015 showed that their lead levels rose in the summer. Those findings correlated to what happened with lead levels in blood sample...
Mixed Progress in Worldwide Fight Against HIV/AIDS TUESDAY, July 19, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The number of HIV/AIDS deaths worldwide each year has fallen since peaking in 2005, but the number of new HIV infections is up in 74 countries, according to a new study. Deaths from HIV/AIDS fell to 1.2 million in 2015 from 1.8 million in 2005. Though the number of new HIV infections has decreased since a peak of 3.3 million in 1997, it has been relatively stable at about 2.5 million a year for the past decade....
Making Sense of Senseless Violence FRIDAY, July 15, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Shockwaves are reverberating around the world yet again as a scene of once-unimaginable terror played out Thursday night in the midst of a national celebration in Nice, France. This time, a large truck mowed down hundreds of revelers following a fireworks demonstration on Bastille Day, the holiday commemorating the French Revolution. So far, 84 people have been confirmed dead. As the world mourns once more with France, mental h...
More Older Americans Cared for at Home TUESDAY, July 12, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- More older Americans with chronic health problems are opting to live at home, relying on help from family, paid caregivers or friends, a new study finds. In 2012, half of seniors with a disability had some type of home health care, an increase from 42 percent in 1998, University of Michigan researchers found. "The majority of seniors would prefer to stay at home rather than go to a nursing home," said Dr. R. Sean Morrison,...
Many Adults Use Antibiotics Without Consulting Doctor, Survey Finds MONDAY, July 11, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Adding to fears about the overuse of antibiotics, a new Texas study finds that one in every 20 adults has hoarded the drugs and used them without a doctor's guidance. For years, health experts have warned that overuse of antibiotics is leading to drug-resistant "superbug" bacteria that could pose dire health problems. Self-diagnosis and overuse of the drugs could now be adding to the problem, th...
Mouse Study Hints at Hope Against Blindness MONDAY, July 11, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Researchers report they have regenerated parts of damaged optic nerves in a handful of blind mice, a breakthrough that might lead to a human cure for glaucoma and other nerve-related blindness. A combination of gene therapy and visual stimulation prompted partial regrowth of the optic nerves, restoring some communication between the brain and the eye in these mice, said study senior researcher Andrew Huberman. "We didn...
Men With Advanced Prostate Cancer Might Consider Gene Test WEDNESDAY, July 6, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Men with prostate cancer that has spread to other parts of their body should be considered for genetic testing, a new study suggests. Testing for inherited abnormalities in DNA repair genes could provide patients and family members important information about their health and cancer risk, the study authors said. "With the exception of some cancer syndromes in children, prostate cancer is the most herit...
Mixing Pot and Tobacco Increases Dependence Risk: Study TUESDAY, July 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- People who mix marijuana with tobacco are at greater risk for dependency and less motivated to find support to quit these drugs, researchers report. One billion people around the globe use tobacco and 182 million people smoke pot, making these two of the world's most popular drugs, according to the World Health Organization and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Many people mix the two drugs toge...
Modern Lifestyle Primary Culprit for Obesity Epidemic: Study TUESDAY, July 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- It looks like the primary culprit behind the obesity epidemic may be the modern-day environment, and not genes, new U.S. research suggests. Americans were more likely to pack on more pounds if they were born later in the 20th century, regardless of whether they had a high genetic risk for obesity, said senior researcher Maria Glymour. She is an associate professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at t...
Many Men Ignore Testicular Cancer Symptoms for Months TUESDAY, July 5, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Early detection and treatment of testicular cancer is key to beating the disease, a urology specialist says. Yet many men who feel something abnormal in a testicle wait a few months before seeing a doctor. But, when diagnosed while still confined to the testicle, the five-year survival rate for testicular cancer is 99 percent, Dr. Jay Raman, chief of urology at Penn State Medical Center said in a university n...
Many Smartphone 'Fertility Apps' May Not Work FRIDAY, July 1, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- A smartphone app probably won't help you get pregnant or avoid pregnancy, researchers report. "Smartphone apps are increasing in popularity because more and more women are interested in using natural or fertility awareness-based methods of family planning," said study leader Dr. Marguerite Duane. These women want "to feel empowered with greater knowledge of their bodies," said Duane, an adjunct associate professor at ...
Memory Loss: Normal or a Sign of Trouble? THURSDAY, June 30, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Mild memory lapses such as forgetting where you put your keys or reading glasses, though worrisome, are normal, experts say. But certain memory problems -- such as putting your car keys in the fridge -- may indicate a more serious issue. So, what kind of memory issue suggests the need for a medical assessment? Some examples include: memory loss that disrupts daily activities such as balancing a checkbook, maintaining p...
Malaria Vaccine Protection Short-Lived in Young Children THURSDAY, June 30, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The world's most promising malaria vaccine appears to offer short-lived protection, fading away within a matter of years, a new clinical trial reveals. Even worse, the vaccine -- dubbed RTS,S/AS01 -- might increase children's long-term risk of contracting malaria if they live in a region with heavy transmission of the mosquito-borne parasite, the researchers found. The vaccine can "lead to a situation wh...
Men Face Greater Risk of Cardiac Arrest: Study THURSDAY, June 30, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Men are significantly more likely to have their heart stop suddenly than women are, a new study finds. About one in nine men will suffer a cardiac arrest before the age of 70, compared to about one in 30 women. At age 45, men have nearly an 11 percent lifetime risk of sudden cardiac death, compared with a 3 percent risk among women of the same age, researchers report. "Most of these deaths are occurring prematurel...
Microscopic Urinalysis Does this test have other names? Microscopic urine analysis, microscopic examination of urine What is this test? This test looks at a sample of your urine under a microscope. It can see cells from your urinary tract, blood cells, crystals, bacteria, parasites, and cells from tumors. This test is often used to confirm the findings of other tests or add information to a diagnosis. Why do I need this test? You may need this test to help your healthcare provider find out what health p...
Myoglobin (Urine) Does this test have other names? Urine myoglobin What is this test? This test measures a protein called myoglobin in your urine. The test can help find out whether your muscle tissue has been injured. Myoglobin is found in your heart and skeletal muscles. There it captures oxygen that muscle cells use for energy. But when you have a heart attack or severe muscle damage, myoglobin is released into your blood. Once there, it can rise to dangerous levels in your body. Your kidneys filter ...
Myoglobin (Blood) Does this test have other names? Serum myoglobins, myoglobin-serum What is this test? This test measures the amount of a protein called myoglobin in your blood. It's done to help diagnose conditions caused by muscle damage. Myoglobin is found in your heart and skeletal muscles. There it captures oxygen that muscle cells use for energy. When you have a heart attack or severe muscle damage, myoglobin is released into your blood. Myoglobin increases in your blood 2 to 3 hours after the fi...
Mycoplasma (Sputum) Does this test have other names? Mycoplasma culture, antigen capture-enzyme immunoassay, Ag-EIA What is this test? This test looks at sputum, or the mucus from your lower airways. It finds out whether you have a lung infection caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. These are organisms that can cause bronchitis and pneumonia. Mycoplasma are very small and are similar to bacteria. They are unique because they don't have cell walls. Most people affected by Mycoplasma are younger than 40. Many...
Mycoplasma (Genital) Does this test have other names? Mycoplasma culture What is this test? This test looks for microorganisms in a sample of secretions from your genital area. Mycoplasma are the smallest free-living organisms. They aren't bacteria or viruses. They don't have cell walls and can be many different shapes. Three species of mycoplasma are closely related: Mycoplasma hominis, Mycoplasma genitalium and ureaplasma spp. These may be present in women who have a urinary tract infection, gynecolog...
Mumps Antibody Does this test have other names? Mumps IgM and IgG antibodies, mumps PCR assay, mumps viral culture What is this test? This test looks for antibodies to the mumps virus in your blood. Mumps is a contagious disease that usually begins with flulike symptoms. The best-known symptom of the disease is swollen salivary glands. This causes painful swelling between the ear and jaw. But this swelling doesn't occur in everyone with the mumps. Some people have no symptoms at all. When you have the m...
MRSA Culture Does this test have other names? Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus culture What is this test? This test looks for bacteria called methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in a fluid sample from your body. MRSA is a type of staph bacteria that is resistant to certain antibiotics. These include methicillin and related medicines like oxacillin, penicillin, and amoxicillin. MRSA infections can be life-threatening. Outbreaks can affect patients and visitors in hospitals and o...
Mononucleosis (Blood) Does this test have other names? Mono test, monospot test, Epstein-Barr test What is this test? This test looks for signs in your blood that you have the Epstein-Barr virus. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) is a common virus that's part of the herpes virus family. It causes infectious mononucleosis, or mono. Mono is passed from person to person through saliva. Symptoms usually appear within four to six weeks after exposure and ease in one to two months. If you have mono, you may have a...
Measles, Mumps, Rubella Antibody Does this test have other names? Rubella antibody, German measles antibody, hemagglutination inhibition (HAI), rubeola antibody, antibody titer What is this test? This test looks for antibodies to three diseases: measles, mumps, and rubella. The test can find out whether you are immune to the three diseases. All three are quite contagious. If you've had them or been vaccinated against them, your immune system made antibodies to fight the viruses that cause them. If you a...
Microalbumin (Urine) Does this test have other names? Urine microalbumin What is this test? This test looks for minuscule amounts of albumin in your urine. The test can find out whether diabetes has damaged your kidneys. Albumin is a protein needed for tissue growth and healing. It can leak into your urine when your kidneys aren't working as they should. Because such small amounts of albumin may not show up during routine urine testing, healthcare providers use this test to look for changes in albumin l...
Methylmalonic Acid (Urine) Does this test have other names? Urinary methylmalonic acid (MMA), urinary MMA What is this test? This test measures the amount of a substance called methylmalonic acid (MMA) in your urine. MMA is typically made in tiny amounts when you digest protein. Your body makes large amounts of MMA if you have a decrease in the amount of vitamin B-12. MMA is excreted in your urine. Your body needs B-12 to make red blood cells and to help your central nervous system work as it should. Lo...
Methylmalonic Acid (Blood) Does this test have other names? MMA What is this test? This test measures the amount of a substance called methylmalonic acid (MMA) in your blood. MMA is typically made in tiny amounts when you digest protein. Your body makes large amounts of MMA if you have a drop in the amount of vitamin B-12. MMA is excreted through your kidneys. Your body needs B-12 to make red blood cells and to help your central nervous system work as it should. Low levels of B-12 can cause anemia. This...
Metanephrines (Blood) Does this test have other names? Metanephrine, plasma free What is this test? This test measures the substances metanephrine and normetanephrine in your blood. It helps find out whether you have a tumor of the adrenal glands called pheochromocytoma. The adrenal glands sit on top of your kidneys. They make the hormone adrenaline and other adrenaline-like chemicals called cateÂcholamines. Adrenaline regulates your blood pressure and helps you cope with stress. Metanephrine and normet...
Metanephrine (Urine) Does this test have other names? 24-hour urinary metanephrines What is this test? This test measures the amount of metanephrines in your urine that your body makes over a 24-hour period. Metanephrines are made when your body breaks down hormones called catecholamines. These hormones are made by the adrenal glands. Catecholamines help your body respond to stress. They are sometimes called "fight or flight" hormones. They also include epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine. Why do ...
Mercury (Urine) Does this test have other names? Hg urine What is this test? This test measures the amount of mercury in your urine. Mercury is a heavy metal that can be toxic. It occurs naturally as a liquid at room temperature and as an odorless vapor. You can be exposed to mercury from polluted air or water. You can also be exposed if you work in an industry that still uses mercury, from eating fish that are high in mercury, and from some complementary and alternative health remedies. Long-term expos...
Mercury (Blood) Does this test have other names? Hg level What is this test? This test measures the amount of mercury in your blood. Mercury is a heavy metal that can be toxic. It occurs naturally as a liquid at room temperature and as an odorless vapor. You can be exposed to mercury from polluted air or water. You can also be exposed if you work in an industry that still uses mercury, from eating fish that are high in mercury, and from some complementary and alternative health remedies. Long-term expos...
MDMA Drug Screen (Urine) Does this test have other names? MDMA urine screening test What is this test? This is a urine test to screen for MDMA, the abbreviation for methylenedioxymethamphetamine (METH-ill-eh-NED-ee-oh-METH-am-FEH-tuh-meen). This is a street drug also called Ecstasy. It's a popular drug at raves, dance clubs, and high school parties. Street names for MDMA include E, Molly, XTC, Adam, clarity, Stacy, lover's speed, and essence. MDMA comes in capsules or tablets. It can also be crushed and...
Magnesium (Blood) Does this test have other names? Mg What is this test? This test measures the amount of the mineral magnesium in your blood. Magnesium is found in your cells and bones. It's necessary for many different chemical reactions in your body. Your heart needs magnesium to beat properly. Your muscles need magnesium to contract and relax. Your nerves need magnesium to send signals. Magnesium also plays a role in controlling blood sugar and blood pressure. Your body uses magnesium to absorb calc...
MRSA and Children: What You Should Know Millions of Americans develop serious infections each year from drug-resistant staphylococcus bacteria. This type of staph bacteria is known as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aur eus (MRSA), although it's resistant to common antibiotics, including penicillin and amoxicillin. MRSA infections originally appeared mostly in hospitals and nursing homes. A virulent kind of resistant "staph" has developed outside of health care settings. It's known as community-acq...
MR Enterography (Magnetic Resonance Enterography) Procedure overview Magnetic resonance enterography, or MR enterography, is a minimally invasive imaging test that allows your doctor to obtain detailed pictures of your small bowel. It can pinpoint areas of inflammation (swelling and irritation), bleeding, and other small bowel conditions. The Digestive Tract. Click to Enlarge The procedure uses a magnetic field to create detailed images of your organs. These can then be analyzed on a computer and copied...
Magnetic Resonance Angiography What is magnetic resonance angiography? You’ve probably heard about the testing procedure called magnetic resonance imaging or MRI. In this test, radio waves, a magnetic field, and a computer create a scan of your body parts to look for health problems. Magnetic resonance angiography – also called a magnetic resonance angiogram or MRA – is a type of MRI that looks specifically at the body’s blood vessels. Unlike a traditional angiogram, which requires inserting a catheter ...
Meningococcal Vaccine for Teens Experts recommend the meningococcal conjugate vaccine for children when they are age 11 or 12. Teens who have not yet had this vaccine also need it, especially if they are at risk for getting meningitis or have a weakened immune system. Your child should then have a booster shot at age 16, or 5 years after the first vaccine. If the first vaccine is given at age 16 or older, a booster dose is not necessary. What is meningococcal disease? Meningococcal disease includes meni...
Meningioma What is a meningioma? A meningioma is a type of tumor that grows in the meninges, which are layers of tissue that cover the brain and spinal cord. Technically, a meningioma is not a brain tumor because it does not arise from brain tissue. But, it's often referred to as a brain tumor. These tumors are usually non-cancerous (benign). This means that unlike cancerous tumors, they don't tend to spread to distant parts of the body. Because of their location, though, meningiomas can still cause neu...
Metastatic Brain Tumors Sometimes tumors growing in the brain begin there. These are called primary brain tumors. But other types of brain tumors begin as cancers somewhere else in the body. These can start in the lung, breast, skin, kidney, colon, or other body parts. They may spread to the brain if the cancers are not controlled at the original site. These are called secondary or metastatic brain tumors. In adults, metastatic brain tumors are more common than tumors that begin in the brain, and are tr...
Monoclonal Gammopathies What are monoclonal gammopathies? Monoclonal gammopathies are conditions in which abnormal proteins are found in the blood. These proteins grow from a small number of plasma cells in the bone marrow. Plasma cells make up just a small number of bone marrow cells. Their main job is to fight off infection. The most common condition linked with these abnormal proteins is monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS). It is not cancer. But people with MGUS have a greater r...
Morphine Sulfate Oral tablet, extended-release What is this medicine? MORPHINE (MOR feen) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain that lasts for more than a few days. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew the medicine. Do not take a tablet that is not whole. A broken or crushed tablet can be very dangerous. You may get too much medicine. If the medicine upsets your stomach, take it with food or milk. Follow...
Morphine Sulfate Rectal suppository What is this medicine? MORPHINE (MOR feen) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for rectal use only. Do not take by mouth. Wash your hands before and after use. Take off the foil wrapping. Wet the tip of the suppository with cold tap water to make it easier to use. Lie on your side with your lower leg straightened out and your upper leg bent forward toward your stomach. Lift upper buttock to ...
Morphine Sulfate Oral solution What is this medicine? MORPHINE (MOR feen) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. If the medicine upsets your stomach, take it with food or milk. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take...
M-M-R Vaccine Solution for injection What is this medicine? MEASLES VIRUS; MUMPS VIRUS; RUBELLA VIRUS VACCINE LIVE (MEE zuhlz VAHY ruhs; muhmps VAHY ruhs; roo bel uh VAHY ruhs vak SEEN lahyv ) is used to prevent an infection with measles (rubeola), mumps, and rubella (German measles) viruses. It is used to prevent infection in children over 12 months old, adults that have not been vaccinated and are not pregnant, and anyone traveling to countries where there are high rates of measles, mumps, or rubella....
Morphine Sulfate Oral capsule, biphasic release What is this medicine? MORPHINE (MOR feen) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain that lasts for more than a few days. It is used by people who have been taking an opioid or narcotic pain medicine. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew the capsules. Do not take a capsule that is not whole. A broken or crushed capsule can be very dangerous. You may get too muc...
Methadone Hydrochloride Solution for injection What is this medicine? METHADONE (METH a done) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat severe pain. The medicine is also used to prevent withdrawal symptoms in people addicted to other drugs. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection under the skin, into a muscle, or into a vein. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. If you get this medicine at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give...
Methadone Hydrochloride Oral solution What is this medicine? METHADONE (METH a done) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat severe pain. The medicine is also used to prevent withdrawal symptoms in people addicted to other drugs. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Use a specially marked spoon or dropper to measure your dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Do not use a household spoon. If the medicine upsets your stomach, take the medicine with food or milk. You may...
Minocycline Hydrochloride Solution for injection What is this medicine? MINOCYCLINE (mi noe SYE kleen) is a tetracycline antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection into a vein. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. If you get this medicine at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give this medicine. Use e...
Methylnaltrexone bromide Solution for injection What is this medicine? METHYLNALTREXONE (METH il nal TREX one) is used to treat constipation caused by opioids (pain medicine). Immediately tell your health care professional if you stop taking your opioid pain medicine. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection under the skin. It is usually given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. If you get this medicine at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give ...
Methadone Hydrochloride Oral suspension What is this medicine? METHADONE (METH a done) is a pain reliever. It is used to treat severe pain. The medicine is also used to prevent withdrawal symptoms in people addicted to other drugs. How should I use this medicine? Take the medicine by mouth. Determine the number of tablets you need for your dose. Dissolve the tablets in a glass of water, orange juice, citrus Tang, or citrus flavors of Kool-Aid. Stir well for one minute. You will see some of the tablet in...
Morphine Sulfate Suspension for injection What is this medicine? MORPHINE (MOR feen) is a pain reliever. It is used as a one time only dose to treat the pain of a major surgery or cesarean section. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection as an epidural. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. This medicine is not approved for use in children. Patients over 65 years old may ...
Mecasermin rinfabate (E. coli) Solution for injection What is this medicine? MECASERMIN is a man-made growth factor. It is used to increase growth in children who are short for their age. It is only for children whose bodies do not make enough growth factor. How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for injection under the skin. You will be taught how to prepare and give this medicine. Use exactly as directed. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than dire...
Methamphetamine Hydrochloride Oral tablet What is this medicine? METHAMPHETAMINE (meth am FET a meen) is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The drug may also be used together with diet and exercise in the short-term treatment of obesity. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on...
Methylphenidate Hydrochloride Transdermal Patch - 9 hour What is this medicine? METHYLPHENIDATE (meth il FEN i date) is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). How should I use this medicine? This medicine is for external use only. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Apply the patch to dry, smooth skin on the hip. Alternate hips each day. Avoid injured, irritated, or oily areas. Apply the patch 2 hours before the effect of the medicine is needed. Use care separating t...
Methylphenidate Hydrochloride Oral solution What is this medicine? METHYLPHENIDATE (meth il FEN i date) is a stimulant medicine. It is used to treat attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is also used to treat narcolepsy. How should I use this medicine? Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Use a specially marked spoon or container to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. It is best to take t...
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