Creatine is a substance that provides energy to muscles, improving physical performance, increasing muscle mass and preventing chronic diseases. Creatine is produced by the kidneys, pancreas and liver, but is also present in foods such as fish, meat, chicken, milk and dairy products. Furthermore, creatine can also be found, in higher concentrations, in the form […]
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Pain on the side of the knee is usually a sign of iliotibial band syndrome, also known as runner’s knee, which is characterized by pain in this region and which appears more frequently in cyclists or long-distance runners, who may or may not be athletes. To cure this syndrome, it is recommended to consult an […]
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Levamisole (Ascaridil) is an antiparasitic remedy indicated for the treatment of ascariasis, caused by the worm Ascaris lumbricoidespopularly known as roundworm, which can cause intestinal infection, but can also develop in other parts of the body, such as the heart, lungs, gallbladder and liver, for example. This medicine works by paralyzing the movements of the […]
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Warfarin is an anticoagulant indicated for the treatment or prevention of clot formation in cases of deep vein thrombosis, stroke, heart attack or heart valve disease, for example. This medicine works by inhibiting clotting factors dependent on vitamin K, which participates in the production of proteins necessary for blood clotting. Warfarin can be found in […]
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Glucose sclerotherapy is a treatment indicated to combat varicose veins and microvaricose veins that can appear on the legs and consists of applying an injection containing a hypertonic 50 or 75% glucose solution. Glucose is a natural substance and is more easily absorbed by the body, reducing the chances of complications or allergies during or […]
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Dexchlorpheniramine is an antihistamine indicated for the treatment of allergies, such as allergic rhinitis, hives, insect bites, allergic eczema or atopic dermatitis, for example. This medicine works by blocking the effects of histamine in the body, a substance responsible for allergy symptoms, such as itchy skin, nose or eyes, redness of the skin, swelling in […]
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The anti-allergy vaccine, also called specific immunotherapy, is a treatment capable of controlling allergic diseases, such as allergic rhinitis, and consists of administering injections with allergens, which are administered in increasing doses, in order to reduce the sensitivity of the person allergic to these allergens that cause rhinitis. Allergy is an exaggerated reaction of the […]
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Trimebutine is an antispasmodic indicated for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux or gastrointestinal cramps, as it reduces spasms or contractions of the gastrointestinal tract, normalizing its movements. This medicine can be found in the form of soft capsules containing 200 mg trimebutine malate, as a generic or under the trade names Irritratil, […]
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Carbinoxamine is an antiallergic agent that helps combat cold and flu symptoms such as fever, headache or runny or stuffy nose, and is generally found in association with other substances, such as paracetamol and phenylephrine. This medicine is sold in the form of tablets or oral solution under the trade names Naldecon Noite, Benegripe Multi, […]
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Antibiotics for sinusitis, such as amoxicillin, axetilcefuroxime or levofloxacin, may be recommended by the doctor in cases of acute or chronic bacterial sinusitis, as they help eliminate bacteria, relieving inflammation of the nasal sinuses. Bacterial sinusitis is inflammation of the nasal sinuses caused by bacteria, causing symptoms such as nasal congestion, green phlegm, fever, headache, […]
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