Infliximab is an anti-rheumatic monoclonal antibody indicated for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis or Crohn’s disease, for example. This medicine works by blocking the action of the TNF-alpha protein, which is related to chronic inflammatory processes in the body, and, in this way, helps to reduce the symptoms of these […]
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Nisulid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic indicated to relieve various types of mild to moderate pain, inflammation or fever, such as sore throat, headache or menstrual cramps, as it acts by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for producing inflammatory substances. on body. This remedy can be found in pharmacies or drugstores, in the form […]
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Phenylbutazone is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for the treatment of ankylosing spondylitis, acute attacks of gout or extra-articular rheumatism, as it inhibits inflammatory substances in the body, having an anti-rheumatic, analgesic and antipyretic effect. This medicine should only be used under the advice of a rheumatologist, as it can cause serious side effects, such […]
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Rivastigmine is a medicine indicated for the treatment of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, as it increases the amount of acetylcholine in the brain, an important substance for the functioning of memory, learning and orientation. This medicine is provided free of charge by the SUS for the treatment of Alzheimer’s, as long as it has a […]
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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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Cilostazol is a vasodilator medicine indicated for the treatment of peripheral vascular disease or prevention of stroke recurrence, as it works by relaxing blood vessels, improving circulation and preventing the formation of clots within the vessels. This medicine can be found in pharmacies or drugstores in the form of tablets containing 50 mg or 100 […]
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Testosterone replacement, also known as male hormone replacement, is indicated for the treatment of andropause, a natural hormonal disorder that appears in men after the age of 40 and is characterized by low testosterone production, causing a decrease in libido, irritability and gain. of weight. Discover the main symptoms of andropause. Testosterone levels tend to […]
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The copper IUD is a very effective contraceptive method, which is inserted inside the uterus and prevents possible pregnancy, lasting up to 10 years. This device is a small piece of copper-coated polyethylene capable of altering the characteristics of the uterus and cervical mucus, reducing sperm mobility and preventing pregnancy. It is important that the […]
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Yasmin is a contraceptive pill for daily use, which contains two female hormones, drospirenone and ethinyl estradiol, which act by preventing ovulation and causing changes in cervical mucus, making it more difficult for sperm to reach the uterus, preventing pregnancy. In addition, the active substances in Yasmin have antimineralocorticoid and antiandrogenic effects, which benefit women […]
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Diad is a morning-after pill used as an emergency contraceptive to prevent pregnancy, after intimate contact without a condom, or when there is suspicion of failure of the routinely used contraceptive method. It is important to highlight that this medicine is not an abortifacient and does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases. This pill contains […]
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