Triptans are drugs that increase the levels of serotonin in the brain so that the blood vessels constrict. This treats the symptoms of migraine headaches, which can cause nausea, vomiting, visual disturbances, sensitivity to sound and sensitivity...
Vitamins are naturally occurring substances present in the food you eat. They are important for growth and development, and for the body's many metabolic functions. Vitamins are also taken as nutritional supplements. But too much of a good thing...
Zolpidem, also known by its brand name, Ambien, is classified as a non-benzodiazepine sedative-hypnotic. According to the manufacturer, Sanofi-Aventis U.S., it is used for short-term treatment of insomnia. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine...
Frova is the brand name for frovatriptan in the United States. It is used in the treatment of severe migraines. Along with reducing or eliminating the pain of a migraine, frovatriptan also may help lessen symptoms of migraines such as light...
A heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction, is a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC states that nearly 785,000 Americans experience their first heart...
Capsaicin is the natural substance found in chili peppers that gives these vegetables their spicy kick. When used medicinally in oral supplements or topical creams, capsaicin may help reduce pain, inflammation and hunger sensations. Despite these...
Diabetes is a lifelong disease characterized by high sugar levels in the blood because of lack of insulin or the inability of the body to properly use insulin. Furosemide, or Lasix, is a loop diuretic used to reduce fluid retention and swelling...
As the body's largest organ the skin often manifests internal strife in the form of irritation, rashes, lesions or bumps. Small red bumps that appear on the stomach may be related to a host of health issues, some more serious than others. If any...
Vitamin B-6, pyridoxine, is a water-soluble vitamin naturally present in certain foods and added to other foods. The Food and Nutrition Board recommends that all adults ages 19 to 50 consume 1.3 milligrams of the vitamin daily. This amount...
Niacin is one of the B family of vitamins. It is essential for energy metabolism and for the regulation and health of the immune, nervous and endocrine systems. If people become deficient in niacin either due to a poor diet or a medical condition,...
