Darla Ferrara
218 posts
Darla Ferrara worked for years as an EMT and is now a full-time freelance writer who has created byline pieces for USAToday, Jillian Michaels, USARiseUP, New York Times -- About.com, Multibrief, MedCity News, LiveStrong, and AOL. She earned her Cardiac Arrest, Hypothermia, and Resuscitation Science Certification from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, her Nutrition for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Certification from the University of California, San Francisco, and her certification in Musculoskeletal Case Studies - Anatomy from Harvard Medical School.
Posts By Darla Ferrara
Propranolol Interactions with Drugs, Food & Conditions
As is the case with any other medication, there may be some instances where propranolol interactions can occur. In such cases, use is not recommended, or usage will have to be adjusted in…
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Propranolol - Uses, Side Effects, Dosage & Interactions
Generic Name: Propranolol hydrochloride Brands: Inderal, Hemangeol, Propranolol HCL Intensol Class: Beta-blocker Availability: Prescription required Molecular Formula: C16H21NO2 Substance…
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Clonidine For Opiate Withdrawal - Dosage & Side Effects
Clonidine for opiate withdrawal can help create calm and reduce anxiety associated with detox. In some cases, clonidine can reduce some of the more difficult symptoms of withdrawal and allow…
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Clonidine For ADHD - Dosage & Side Effects
Clonidine for ADHD is an important treatment option because it has a calming effect, especially for children. That calming can help kids with hyperactivity, impulsivity, aggression, and sleep…
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Clonidine For Sleep - Dosage & Side Effects
Clonidine for sleep is becoming a more common treatment choice, especially for children with autism. Clonidine controls the activity of a very important neurotransmitter in the brain:…
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Clonidine For Anxiety - Dosage & Side Effects
Clonidine for anxiety is one of the most common uses for this drug. It works by affecting the brain chemical norepinephrine. Norepinephrine is a messenger in the brain that helps control many…
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Clonidine Alternatives – What Are Your Options?
Clonidine may not be the right choice for every patient. In such cases, it is important to discuss with a medical provider potential clonidine alternatives. Clonidine Alternatives What are…
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Clonidine and Alcohol
Clonidine and alcohol interactions can occur. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before consuming alcohol with this medication. Side Effects Drinking alcohol while taking clonidine might…
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Clonidine Withdrawal - What Are The Symptoms & How Long Do They Last?
Clonidine withdrawal is a problem, so patients taking it should not discontinue use without contacting their physician. Sudden stoppage can lead to unpleasant side effects such as agitation,…
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Clonidine and Pregnancy
Clonidine and pregnancy may not be a good fit. It currently has a pregnancy rating of C, which means animal testing shows it may have an adverse effect on a developing fetus. There are no…
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