Vulvodynia
Long-term problems can have profound effects on the individual concerned. This isn't because of the specific symptoms the problem causes, but because of the knock-on effects it has - it prevents a person getting on with their life. Vulvodynia is ... [... more]
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Voltarol gel patch
Voltarol gel patches contain the active ingredient diclofenac epolamine, which is a type of medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs are used to relieve pain and inflammation. Voltarol gel patches are used to relieve ... [... more]
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Raciran
Ranitidine is one of a group of medicines known as H2-receptor antagonists. It acts by blocking histamine receptors which are present on the cells in the stomach lining.Normally a substance called histamine binds to these receptors. Histamine is ... [... more]
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Vivacor
Vivacor tablets contain the active ingredient bisoprolol, which is a type of medicine called a beta-blocker. (NB. Bisoprolol is also available without a brand name, ie as the generic medicine.) When the heart beats slower and with less force, ... [... more]
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Eczema (varicose)
Varicose eczema affects the lower legs; it is associated with varicose veins and is caused by poor circulation. The skin becomes dry and inflamed. It can affect middle aged to elderly people. The first sign is mild itchiness of the skin, just ... [... more]
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Acoustic neuroma
An acoustic neuroma is a rare, benign growth. It affects the vestibulo-cochlear nerve. The vestibulo-cochlear nerve carries both hearing and balance information from the inner ear to the brain. The nerve also runs alongside the facial nerve, ... [... more]
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Velbe
Vinblastine Sulphate is an anticancer (cytotoxic) drug.Cancers form when some cells within the body multiply uncontrollably and abnormally. There are two types of cancer. Solid cancers where a lump forms e.g. the bone, breast, muscle, brain cells ... [... more]
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Convulex
Convulex enteric-coated capsules contain the active ingredient valproic acid, which is a medicine that is used mainly to treat epilepsy. (NB. Valproic acid is another form of the antiepileptic medicine, sodium valproate. Both can be known simply ... [... more]
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Vicks Medinite
This medicine contains four active ingredients, dextromethorphan, doxylamine, pseudoephedrine and paracetamol.Dextromethorphan belongs to a group of medicines called the opioids. It is used to suppress dry or painful cough.Coughing is a reflex ... [... more]
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Vitamin E Suspension
Alpha tocopherol acetate, also known as Vitamin E, is commonly found in the diet, in eggs, vegetable oils and whole wheat cereals. Vitamin E plays a vital role in maintaining cell structure and is known to have strong antioxidant properties. ... [... more]
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Efexor (venlafaxine)
Efexor tablets contain the active ingredient venlafaxine hydrochloride, which is a type of antidepressant known as a serotonin and noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This type of medicine acts on nerve cells in the brain. Venlafaxine works ... [... more]
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Visken tablets
There may be an increased risk of extremely slow heart rate when pindolol is taken with digoxin. If pindolol is taken together with clonidine, there is a risk of a rebound increase in blood pressure if clonidine is stopped. Pindolol should be ... [... more]
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