Medical / Drug Guides

The PDR Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs

by PDR Staff

Based on the Physicians' Desk Reference, the most highly trusted drug information references for more than 66 years, The PDR Pocket Guide to Prescription Drugs is an A to Z listing of more than 1,000 brand-name...

Quick Pocket Guide to New Oral Anticoagulants for Stroke Prevention in Atrial Fibrillation

by Luca Masotti, Mario Di Napoli, Daniel A. Godoy & Roberto Cappelli

Cardioembolic strokes account for one third of ischemic strokes and atrial fibrillation (AF) representing the main source of this stroke subtype. The rate of stroke is 5%/year in patients with AF. Patients with...

How to improve compliance in… deep venous thrombosis

by Luca Masotti

Prophylaxis with mechanical and/or pharmacologic therapies is essential to avoid DVT. Only an adequate adherence to prescribed therapies can avoid risks, and failure to tackle adherence issues early may cost...

How to improve compliance in… hypertension

by Aa. Vv. & aa vv

Physicians play an important role in helping patients modify unhealthy lifestyles and behaviors, but they do not always routinely advise their hypertensive patients to change their behavior. Only an adequate...

User's Guide to Easing Menopause Symptoms Naturally:

by Cynthia M. Watson

Menopause has traditionally signaled a time of change and uncertainty in women's bodies..........

The Guide to Off-Label Prescription Drugs: New Uses for FDA-Approved Prescription Drugs

by Kevin Loughlin & Joyce Generali

DID YOU KNOW?

• WELLBUTRIN -- This popular antidepressant can also be prescribed to treat chronic lower back pain.
• BOTOX -- Many physicians are now using this popular cosmetic injection to treat severe headaches...