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Resmetirom: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Resmetirom? Resmetirom is used in adults together with diet and exercise to treat a certain type of fatty liver disease called nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) with moderate to severe liver fibrosis. Resmetirom is not used to treat nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) with liver cirrhosis. Resmetirom may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: gallbladder problems, including gallstones; or liver problems (other than NASH). It is not known if resmetirom will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed ...

Pemivibart: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Pemivibart? Pemivibart is an experimental medicine being studied for the prevention of COVID-19 before being exposed COVID-19. This drug is still being studied and all of its risks are not yet known. Pemivibart does not replace vaccination against COVID-19. COVID-19 is a serious disease caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2). COVID-19 is spread from person to person through the air. COVID-19 can affect your lungs or other organs. Symptoms may be mild or serious and include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath, tiredness, body aches, headache, loss of taste or smell, runny or stuffy nose, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized emergency use of pemivibart for prevention of COVID-19 in ...

Chikungunya Vaccine, Live: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Chikungunya Vaccine, Live? This vaccine is used to prevent disease caused by the chikungunya virus in adults that are at high risk of coming into contact with the virus. This vaccine will not treat an active infection that has already developed in the body, and will not protect against other diseases transmitted by mosquitoes. Like any vaccine, the chikungunya vaccine may not provide protection from disease in every person. Warnings You should not use chikungunya vaccine if you are allergic to it or its ingredients, or if you have a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicines). Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: a bleeding or ...

Refresh Relieva Pf Xtra: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Ocular lubricant Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Refresh Relieva Pf Xtra? There are many brands and forms of ocular lubricant available and not all are listed on this leaflet. Ocular lubricant is used in adults to relieve burning, irritation, and discomfort caused by dry eyes. Ocular lubricant may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings You should not use an ocular lubricant if you are allergic to it. Ocular lubricant will not treat or prevent an eye infection. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have any type of infection in your eye. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ...

Melatonin Quick Dissolve: Uses, Side Effects & Warnings

Generic name: Melatonin Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available What is Melatonin Quick Dissolve? Melatonin is likely effective in alternative medicine as an aid in treating insomnia (trouble falling asleep or staying asleep) and sleep disorders in people who are blind. Melatonin has been used in alternative medicine as a possibly effective aid in treating jet lag, high blood pressure, tumors, low blood platelets (blood cells that help your blood to clot), pelvic pain, insomnia or agitation caused by drug, jaw pain, migraine headaches, drowsiness or anxiety caused by surgery. A topical form of melatonin applied to the skin is possibly effective in preventing sunburn. Melatonin has also been used to treat infertility, dementia, to enhance athletic performance, to improve loss of appetite, weight loss, or sleep problems caused by shift work...