Archive for August, 2007

Generic Drugs

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

Question 1.  What are generic copies of drugs like Viagra?

A generic drug like viagra is a copy that is exactly the same as a brand-name drug in dosage, safety, strength, how it is taken, quality, performance and intended use. 
Question 2.  Are these cheap generic drugs as safe as brand-name drugs?

Yes. Health authorities require that all drugs be safe and effective. Since generics use the same active ingredients and are shown to work the same way in the body, they have the same risks and benefits as their brand-name counterparts.
Question 3.  Are generic drugs as strong as brand-name drugs?

Yes. Governments require that generic drugs must have the same quality, strength, purity and stability as brand-name drugs.
Question 4.  Do generic drugs take longer to work in the body?

No. These Cheaper Generic drugs work in the same way and in the same amount of time as brand-name drugs.
Question 5.  Why are generic drugs such as Viagra soo much cheaper?

These Generic drugs such as Viagra can be bought cheap because the generic viagra  manufacturers don’t have the investment costs of the developer of a new drug. New drugs are developed under patent protection. The patent protects the investment—including research, development, marketing, and promotion—by giving the company the sole right to sell the drug while it is in effect. As patents near expiration, manufacturers can apply to the FDA to sell generic versions. Because those manufacturers don’t have the same development costs, they can sell their product at substantial discounts. Also, once generic drugs are approved, there is greater competition, which keeps the price down. Today, almost half of all prescriptions are filled with generic drugs.
Question 6.  Are brand-name drugs made in more modern facilities than generic drugs?

No. Both brand-name and generic drug facilities must meet the same standards of good manufacturing practices. Government health authorities won’t permit drugs to be made in substandard facilities. They conduct many inspections each year to ensure standards are met. Generic firms have facilities comparable to those of brand-name firms. In fact, brand-name firms are linked to an estimated 50 percent of generic drug production. They frequently make copies of their own or other brand-name drugs but sell them without the brand name.
Question 7.  If brand-name drugs and generic drugs have the same active ingredients, why do they look different?

In the United States for example, trademark laws do not allow a generic drug to look exactly like the brand-name drug. However, a generic drug must duplicate the active ingredient. Colors, flavors, and certain other inactive ingredients may be different.

Meridia Diet Medication

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

Sold Under Brand Name: Meridia

sibutramine (oral diet medication)
Generic Meridia is Pronounced as: sih BYOO tra meen
About: Meridia is a weight loss DIET medication which affects chemicals in
the body that are related to healthy weight maintenance.
One of many available online weight loss prescription drugs, it is an appetite  suppressant sold in more than 71 countries.  Also available for sale as Generic Meridia.

Meridia®

Sibutramine (Meridia) is a member of one of the latest classes of appetite suppressants. It works on the brain’s appetite center, making it think the stomach has become full, by raising levels of serotonin, an important neurotransmitter in the brain. In clinical studies involving 6,000 obese people, sibutramine caused an average 5 percent to 10 percent weight loss at the end of one year.  People who have a history of stroke, heart disease, congestive heart failure or uncontrolled high blood pressure should not use sibutramine. Although this drug was not associated with heart-valve abnormalities, it can cause significant increases in blood pressure in some people.  The meridia drug manufacturer, Knoll Pharmaceutical Co., urges doctors to carefully monitor the blood pressure of all patients taking meridia - sibutramine.

Viagra Humour

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

Some Viagra Humour

Recently a bloke who we will call Andre informed us that he had forgetten to remove a Viagra pill from his shirt pocket when he sent it to be washed at his laundry. The shirt apparently, has become way too stiff to wear.

Viagra is of late being compared to Disneyland - a two-hour wait for a 1-minute ride.

Dan Quail will not buy nor try Viagra again. His Quote: “I’ve been using this useless viagra stuff for a week and NOTHING! It’s the worst suppository I’ve ever tried.”

Many Men using iron supplements are warned that taking Viagra may cause them to spin around and point north.

Rumour has it that when a truck transporting a consignment of Viagra slid off into the Okanagan lake, all the lift bridges suddenly went up.

Apparently New plans are afoot to raise the sunken Titanic. Experts plan to pump it full of Viagra, and thus expect it to raise right up.

It’s been quoted that if you buy and take Viagra and Propecia (finasteride hair loss drug) at the same time, things work great - but you are certain to look like Don King, afterward.

Recently a Viagra delivery vehicle was high-jacked: The police are looking for two ‘very hardened criminals’. They expect to impose a stiff penalty under the judical code.

Propecia

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

Propecia Finasteride is generally used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) in men.

Propecia Finasteride is also used for the treatment of symptomatic benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in men with an enlarged prostate to: Improve symptoms, reduce the risk of acute urinary retention, reduce the risk of the need for surgery including transurethral resection of the prostat.

Before using Finasteride
Some medical conditions may interact with Finasteride . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Never Buy Propecia if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
Do Not Buy Propecia if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
Also if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have any urinary blockage or obstruction
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Propecia, Finasteride. However, no specific interactions with pROPECIA,Finasteride are known at this time.

Before buying propecia Ask your health care provider if Propecia, Finasteride may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to buy and take Propecia Finasteride
Buy and take propecia Finasteride as was directed by your doctor. Check the Propecia label on the medicine bottles for exact dosing instructions.

An extra patient leaflet is available with propecia. Discuss with your pharmacist if you have questions about this propecia information
Take Propecia Finasteride by mouth with or without food
It may take 3 months or more of daily therapy with Propecia, Finasteride to begin to see results. It can only work over the long term if you continue buying and taking it
Propecia, Finasteride will not work faster or better if you take it more than once a day
If you stop taking Finasteride , you will gradually lose the hair you have gained within 12 months of stopping treatment
If you miss a dose of Propecia, Finasteride , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once .
Before buying Propecia ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Propecia Finasteride.

Acomplia

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

Acomplia Rimonabant: Weight Loss Includes Smoking Cessation

Rimonabant (also known as Zimulti, Acomplia or Slimona) is an anorectic anti obesity drug. It is a CB1 cannabinoid receptor antagonist. Rimonabant has been found to stop food craving enough to help people lose weight, and could also help curb other unhealthy urges, such as smoking. This is a non-controlled weightloss pill solution that in one study, helped people who were overweight drop an average of 20 pounds, and was found to be very useful for patients who suffer from obesity.

How does Rimonabant - Acomplia work?

Acomplia Rimonabant acts by selectively blocking CB1 receptors found in the brain and in peripheral organs important in glucose and lipid (or fat) metabolism, including adipose tissue, the liver, gastrointestinal tract and muscle1
Rimonabant acomplia switches off the same brain circuits that make people hungry when they smoke cannabis.  CB1 receptor blockade with Rimonabant acts to decrease the overactivity of the endocannabinoid system (EC system)2,3. The EC system is a recently characterised physiological system that includes receptors such as the CB1 receptor and it has been shown to play an important role in regulating body weight and in controlling energy balance, as well as glucose and lipid (or fat) metabolism.

Acomplia Tips:

Consult your doctor before using Acomplia. This will give you a chance to have your blood pressure and blood cholesterol level checked. When You decide on acomplia Your doctor may also help you craft an exercise routine that is least likely to aggravate any medical conditions or physical limitations you might have.

With Acomplia Keep your goals realistic. If you are an overweight, woman with a family history of obesity, it is unrealistic to expect the scale to ever read 110 pounds. Recent research has shown that even a 10 percent weight loss can significantly reduce your risk for heart disease, certain cancers, diabetes, and other health problems.

Before buying acomplia set short-term goals. If you have 50 or 100 pounds to lose, the mere thought of reaching your goal weight can be overwhelming. Instead, shoot for a series of 8- or 10-pound weight losses every month or so. Or aim to lose a dress size by your birthday a couple of months down the road. Then set another short-term fitness goal, such as losing an inch around your waist over the next month.

Drink up with acomplia.  Drink plenty of water before, during acomplia use and exersize, and after your exercise program, regardless of whether you are thirsty or perspiring.

Cialis Tablets

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

New Cialis ( Generic Cialis ) comes as light yellow, almond-shaped film-coated tablets. These tablets are available in blister packs containing 2 tablets. Cialis is a treatment for men with erectile dysfunction. This is when a man cannot get, or keep a hard, erect penis suitable for sexual activity.

Cialis is in a class of medications known as PDE-5 inhibitors, now used worldwide to treat cases of male impotence. This new Super Viagra is currently available online for delivery to the USA, Canada, the UK, England, and other EU countries.
How does Cialis (tadalafil) work?

It  acts in the same way as the Original Pfizer - Viagra drug, by blocking an enzyme called phosphodiesterase-5, or PDE-5. This helps the smooth muscles in the penis relax and widen, which allows for more blood to enter. As a result, you gain erections faster and easier with Cialis.
How well does tadalafil work?

With Generic Cialis - you can take it on a Friday evening and be ready to go anytime until Sunday evening ? that’s incredible.”

Just like Viagra, sexual stimulation is needed for it to work. According to the makers label, the efficacy of Cialis may persist up to 24 hours after the pill is taken.

Safety : Do not take Cialis

If You have had a stroke, you have heart problems of any sort, or you have low or high blood pressure.  If you are (hypersensitive) allergic to tadalafil or any of the other ingredients.

You should NOT take Cialis more than once a day. Daily use of tadalafil is strongly discouraged. If you take more cialis than you should tell your doctor.

About Xenical

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

About Xenical and how it should be used
Xenical is a drug used to assist obese people who fit certain weight and height requirements lose weight and maintain weight loss. Xenical works in your intestines, where it blocks some of the fat you eat from being absorbed. This undigested fat is then eliminated in your bowel movements. Use Xenical together with a reduced-calorie diet. The weight management effects of Xenical continue only as long as you are taking it.

Who should not buy or use Xenical?

You should not buy nor use Xenical if you:

have problems in absorbing food
have gallbladder problems
are pregnant, or breast-feeding a child
People with certain kidney problems may not be able to take Xenical.

General Safety using Xenical:

Your daily intake of fats should be evenly divided over 3 main meals.
Xenical can decrease the absorption some fat-soluble vitamins and beta-carotene. Therefore when being treated with Xenical, take a multivitamin supplement that contains vitamins D, E, K, and beta-carotene. Take your multivitamin once a day at least 2 hours before or after taking Xenical, such as bedtime.
Review all medications that you are taking with your health care provider, including those that you take without a prescription. If you are taking cyclosporine you may have to be monitored more closely.
If you are diabetic, Xenical may affect your blood sugar control. See your doctor regularly for monitoring and treatment adjustments.
What should I tell my doctor or health care provider?

Tell your doctor if you are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding.

What are the possible side effects of Xenical use? (This is NOT intended as a complete list of side effects reported with Xenical use. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)  

Oily spotting
Gas with discharge
Urgent need to have a bowel movement
Oily or fatty stools
Oily discharge
Increased number of bowel movements
Inability to control bowel movements
For more detailed information about Xenical, ask your health care provider.

More About Levitra

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

LEVITRA is an FDA-approved oral prescription
medication for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. It is available in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg tablets.

What LEVITRA does:

LEVITRA helps increase blood flow to the penis and may help men with ED get and keep an erection satisfactory for sexual activity. Once a man has completed sexual activity, blood flow to his penis should decrease and his erection should go away.

LEVITRA has been clinically shown to improve erectile function even in men who had other health factors, like diabetes or prostate surgery.

LEVITRA provided first time success and reliable improvement of erection quality for many men. Men reported having harder erections and improved overall sexual experiences.

LEVITRA works:

In major clinical trials in the general ED population, LEVITRA improved the quality of erections for a majority of men.

A lot of guys who took LEVITRA were satisfied the first time they tried it.

It’s for the guy who needs a little help once in a while and the guy who needs more frequent help.

Levitra The New Viagra

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

The New Viagra - LEVITRA is an FDA-approved oral prescription medication for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (or ED) in men. It is available to buy in 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, and 20 mg tablets and is taken only when required.

Until recently Viagra pills were the only oral prescription drug for impotence available for approx 29 million American males who suffer some level of impotence.

LEVITRA is an impotence medication that may be used up to once a day to treat erectile dysfunction (ED).

It is for use by doctors prescription only. Men taking nitrate drugs, often used to control chest pain (also known as angina), should not take it. Men who use alpha-blockers, sometimes prescribed for high blood pressure or prostate problems, also should not take LEVITRA. Such combinations could cause blood pressure to drop to an unsafe level. The most commonly reported side effects are headache, flushing, and stuffy or runny nose. Men who experience an erection for more than four hours should seek immediate medical attention. You should not take New Viagra Levitra if your doctor determines that sexual activity poses a health risk for you. Levitra will not protect You against sexually transmitted diseases.

Sexual Impotence

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

About Impotence
Sexual Impotence, often reffered to as erectile dysfunction or ed, is the inability of man to achieve or maintain an erection long enough to engage in sexual intercourse.

Description of Impotence

Under normal circumstances, when a man is sexually stimulated, his brain sends a message down the spinal cord and into the nerves of the penis. The nerve endings in the penis release chemical messengers, called neurotransmitters, that signal the corpora cavernosa (the two spongy rods of tissue that span the length of the penis) to relax and fill with blood. As they expand, the corpora cavernosa close off other veins that would normally drain blood from the penis. As the penis becomes engorged with blood, it enlarges and stiffens, causing an erection. Problems with blood vessels, nerves, or tissues of the penis can interfere with an erection.

Impotence (ed) The common Causes and the symptoms
Current estimates are that up to 50 million US (American), Canadian, UK (United kingdom), men frequently suffer from impotence and that it strikes up to half of all men between the ages of 40 and 70. Doctors used to think that most cases of impotence were psychological in origin, but they now recognize that, at least in older men, physical causes may play a primary role in 60% or more of all cases. In men over the age of 60, the leading cause is atherosclerosis, or narrowing of the arteries, which can restrict the flow of blood to the penis. Injury or disease of the connective tissue, such as Peyronie’s disease, may prevent the corpora cavernosa from completely expanding. Damage to the nerves of the penis, from certain types of surgery or neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis, may also cause impotence. Men with diabetes are especially at risk for impotence because of their high risk of both atherosclerosis and a nerve disease called diabetic neuropathy.

Before commencing Treatment with any of the ed drugs Viagra, Levitra, or Cialis, It is important to note that certain types of blood pressure medications, anti-ulcer drugs, antihistamines, tranquilizers (especially before intercourse), antifungals (hetoconazole), antipsychotics, antianxiety drugs, and antidepressants, known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs, including Prozac and Paxil), can interfere with erectile function. Smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and illicit drug use may also contribute. In rare cases, low levels of the male hormone testosterone may contribute to erectile failure. Finally, psychological factors, such as stress, guilt, or anxiety, may also play a role, even when the impotence is primarily due to organic causes.