Endocrine System Articles A-Z

Living With Adrenal Insufficiency

Living with adrenal insufficiency may often be frustrating because treatment for the illness usually lasts a lifetime. This eMedTV segment offers tips and suggestions on how to make living with adrenal insufficiency easier.

Low Thyroid

Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by low levels of thyroid hormones. This page from the eMedTV archives provides a brief overview of this disorder, with a look at possible symptoms, diagnostic tests, and the usual treatment.

Low Thyroid Symptoms

Not everyone has symptoms of low thyroid levels, and treatment may not be necessary until signs do appear. This eMedTV article lists a few signs of hypothyroidism, briefly explains how the condition is diagnosed, and includes a link to more information.

Medical Conditions and Pregnancy

Metaclopramid

Metoclopramide is often used for the treatment of GERD and diabetic gastroparesis. This eMedTV resource explores the drug's effects and lists side effects that may occur. Metaclopramid is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metaclopramide

Metoclopramide, a prescription drug, is approved to treat GERD and diabetic gastroparesis. This eMedTV segment explains how metoclopramide works and lists some of its potential side effects. Metaclopramide is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metaclopromide

The medication metoclopramide is approved for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis and GERD. This eMedTV page describes various forms of metoclopramide and covers other uses for the drug. Metaclopromide is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metoclopram

Metoclopramide is a prescription medicine used to treat GERD and diabetic gastroparesis. This eMedTV resource describes the effects of metoclopramide and lists its potential side effects. Metoclopram is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metoclopramida

The prescription drug metoclopramide is used for treating GERD and diabetic gastroparesis. This eMedTV article explains how metoclopramide works and lists warnings and precautions for the drug. Metoclopramida is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metoclopramide

Metoclopramide is a medication approved for the short-term treatment of GERD and diabetic gastroparesis. This eMedTV segment offers a more in-depth look at metoclopramide and its effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.

Metoclopramide Dosage

The recommended metoclopramide dosage for people being treated for GERD is 10 or 15 mg four times daily. This eMedTV Web page also provides metoclopramide dosing guidelines for the treatment of diabetic gastroparesis.

Metoclopramide HCl Drug Information

This eMedTV Web page discusses the medicine metoclopramide hcl. Information includes its uses, side effects, dosing, drug interactions, warnings, and precautions.

Metoclopramide Side Effects

Potential side effects of metoclopramide include diarrhea, fatigue, and frequent urination. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists other potential metoclopramide side effects, including serious ones that require immediate medical attention.

Metoclopramine

People with GERD or diabetic gastroparesis may benefit from a medication called metoclopramide. This eMedTV page explains how often metoclopramide is taken and describes the drug's effects. Metoclopramine is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metocloprimide

GERD and diabetic gastroparesis are conditions that can be treated with metoclopramide. This eMedTV page covers other metoclopramide uses and explains how the drug works for these conditions. Metocloprimide is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metoclopromide

Metoclopramide is used for treating diabetic gastroparesis and GERD. This eMedTV page describes how metoclopramide works and explains what to discuss with your doctor before starting treatment. Metoclopromide is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Metoclorpramide

In order to reduce symptoms of GERD, your healthcare provider may prescribe metoclopramide. This eMedTV page explains how the drug works and lists side effects that may occur. Metoclorpramide is a common misspelling of metoclopramide.

Nateglinide

Nateglinide is often prescribed to lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works to increase insulin production, lists possible side effects, offers tips on taking the medication, and more.

Nateglinide Dosing

As this eMedTV page explains, the starting dose of nateglinide is generally 120 mg, taken before each meal. However, the nateglinide dosing amount may be lower based on certain blood sugar tests. This page also offers some tips on taking the drug.

Nateglinide for Diabetes

Nateglinide Side Effects

This portion of the eMedTV Web site lists both common and serious nateglinide side effects to be aware of, including dizziness, joint problems, and low blood sugar. This article also explains what to do should any of these side effects occur.

Novolin N

Novolin N is non-prescription insulin used for controlling blood sugar in people with diabetes. This eMedTV resource describes how Novolin N works, explains when and how to administer the drug, and lists possible side effects of the medication.

Novolin N and Breastfeeding

Most doctors consider Novolin N (NPH insulin) to be safe for breastfeeding women and their infants. This eMedTV page offers information on Novolin N and breastfeeding, and explains whether the drug could cause problems if passed through breast milk.

Novolin N and Pregnancy

Novolin N (NPH insulin) is generally considered to be safe for use during pregnancy. This page on the eMedTV site provides more information on Novolin N and pregnancy, and explains why it is important to control blood sugar levels during pregnancy.

Novolin N Dosage

There is no set Novolin N dosage that will work for all people or even the same person in all situations. This eMedTV segment provides Novolin N dosing precautions and tips, including general directions on how to use this form of insulin.

Novolin N Drug Interactions

If reserpine, MAOIs, or sulfa drugs are taken with Novolin N, drug interactions could occur. This eMedTV Web page lists other medicines that may interact with this form of insulin and describes the potential effects of Novolin N interactions.

Novolin N Insulin

On this eMedTV Web page, the insulin Novolin N is discussed. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and drug interactions.

Novolin N Insulin Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the insulin medication Novolin N. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, drug interactions, and precautions.

Novolin N Overdose

A Novolin N overdose could cause dizziness or blurry vision, which are signs of low blood sugar. This eMedTV resource explores the potential dangers of a Novolin N (NPH insulin) overdose and lists other warnings signs of low blood sugar.

Novolin N Side Effects

Injection site skin reactions and changes in blood sugar levels are potential side effects of Novolin N. This eMedTV page covers Novolin N side effects, including some of the warnings signs of low blood sugar, one of the most serious side effects.

Novolin N Uses

Novolin N is used for controlling blood sugar levels throughout the day in people with diabetes. This eMedTV page describes how the insulin works, explains whether there are any off-label Novolin N uses, and discusses the use of this drug in children.

Novolin N Warnings and Precautions

Novolin N could cause dangerously low blood sugar levels. This eMedTV article includes a list of other potential side effects of Novolin N. Warnings and precautions on who should not use this form of insulin are also included on this page.

NovoLog Mix 70/30

NovoLog Mix 70/30 is a medication approved to control blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This eMedTV page describes how this medication works; lists possible side effects that can occur; and explains how, when, and where to inject the insulin.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 and Breastfeeding

NovoLog Mix 70/30 (insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart) is probably safe for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV page includes more information on NovoLog Mix 70/30 and breastfeeding, and explains why the drug is unlikely to be dangerous.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 and Pregnancy

NovoLog Mix 70/30 (insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart) may not be safe for pregnant women. This eMedTV article offers more information on NovoLog Mix 70/30 and pregnancy, and explains whether the drug is likely to cause problems in a fetus.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 Dosage

The carbohydrate content of your meals is an important factor in determining your NovoLog Mix 70/30 dosage. This eMedTV segment provides general NovoLog Mix 70/30 dosing guidelines and offers tips and precautions for taking the medication.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 Drug Interactions

Medicines that may cause NovoLog Mix 70/30 drug interactions include reserpine, MAOIs, and beta blockers. This eMedTV article lists other drugs that may interact with NovoLog Mix 70/30 and describes the potential effects of these interactions.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 Overdose

A NovoLog Mix 70/30 (insulin aspart protamine/insulin aspart) overdose can cause low blood sugar levels. This eMedTV resource lists symptoms of low blood sugar and explains what treatment options are available for a NovoLog Mix 70/30 overdose.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 Side Effects

Low blood sugar and an allergic reaction are potentially serious NovoLog Mix 70/30 side effects. This eMedTV resource lists warnings signs of these serious side effects and describes other possible side effects of NovoLog Mix 70/30.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 Uses

NovoLog Mix 70/30 is used for controlling blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. This eMedTV page describes how this form of insulin works, lists possible off-label NovoLog Mix 70/30 uses, and explains whether the drug is approved for children.

NovoLog Mix 70/30 Warnings and Precautions

Before using NovoLog Mix 70/30, warnings and precautions for the drug should be reviewed with your doctor. This eMedTV article explains what to be aware of before using the drug and lists possible side effects that may occur with treatment.

NPH Insulin/Regular Insulin

NPH insulin/regular insulin is a non-prescription medicine used for treating diabetes. This page on the eMedTV site explains how this form of insulin works, lists some of its potential side effects, and offers information on how to inject the drug.

NPH Insulin/Regular Insulin Dosage

The dosage for NPH insulin/regular insulin is tailored for each individual person. This eMedTV resource provides general dosing guidelines for this medication and offers information on how to properly inject NPH insulin/regular insulin.

NPH Insulin/Regular Insulin Information

This eMedTV Web page discusses the diabetes drug NPH insulin/regular insulin. Information includes its dosing, side effects, warnings, and drug interactions.

Pioglitazone

Pioglitazone is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat type 2 diabetes. This part of the eMedTV library describes how pioglitazone works to control blood sugar, offers dosing tips, and lists possible side effects of the medicine.

Pioglitazone and Glimepiride

Pioglitazone and glimepiride is licensed to treat type 2 diabetes in adults. This eMedTV article further describes this prescription drug and offers detailed information on how it works, its effects, possible side effects, and more.

Pioglitazone and Glimepiride Dosing

Pioglitazone and glimepiride dosing guidelines when first starting the drug call for 30 mg/2 mg a day. This eMedTV page also offers dosage recommendations for those who are switching from other medications to this combination drug.

Pioglitazone and Glimepiride Info

Pioglitazone and Metformin

Pioglitazone and metformin is a combination drug used to treat type 2 diabetes. This eMedTV Web page describes the medication in more detail and offers information on its effects, dosing, available strengths, and possible side effects.

Pioglitazone and Metformin (Actoplus Met)