Posts By Amanda Delgado
Eliquis and Pregnancy
Studies on Eliquis (apixaban) and pregnancy do not provide enough information on potential risks and effects in women. Animal studies involving rabbits, mice, and rats have shown no…
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Eliquis Half-Life — How Long Does It Stay in Your System?
Eliquis (apixaban) was the 93rd most commonly prescribed drug in the United States in 2017. In that year alone, there were over 8,662,640 prescriptions for this medication. Considering how…
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Eliquis Interactions with Drugs, Food & Conditions
As is the case with any other medication, there may be some instances where Eliquis (apixaban) interactions can occur. In such cases, use is not recommended or usage will have to be adjusted…
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Eliquis - Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Interactions
Generic Name: Apixaban Brands: Eliquis Class: Factor Xa inhibitor, anticoagulant Availability: Prescription only Molecular Formula: C25H25N5O4 Substance UNII: 3Z9Y7UWC1J What is Eliquis?…
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Spironolactone for Weight Loss — Dosage & Side Effects
Medical providers sometimes prescribe spironolactone for weight loss off-label. However, there is not enough research to determine the effectiveness of this medication for weight loss. Many…
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Spironolactone for Acne — Dosage & Side Effects
The FDA has not approved the use of spironolactone for acne treatment. That said, medical providers still sometimes prescribe it off-label for this purpose. Limited research is available on…
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Spironolactone Alternatives — What Are Your Options?
Spironolactone may not be the right choice for every patient. In such cases, it is important to discuss with a medical provider potential spironolactone alternatives. Spironolactone…
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Spironolactone and Alcohol
Spironolactone and alcohol interactions can occur. Patients should avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication. Side Effects Using spironolactone and drinking alcohol may cause side…
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Spironolactone Withdrawal — What Are the Symptoms & How Long Do They Last?
Spironolactone withdrawal can occur if you stop taking this medication suddenly (as in, without gradually tapering off). Since some of these spironolactone withdrawal symptoms can be severe,…
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Spironolactone and Pregnancy
Research examining the interactions between spironolactone and pregnancy have found a higher risk of problems with sex differentiation in male fetuses. Research has shown these results in rat…
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