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Information About RLS

Information about Tourette Syndrome

Information on Bell's Palsy

Information on Carbidopa-Levodopa

This eMedTV Web segment discusses the prescription drug carbidopa-levodopa. Information includes its possible side effects, warnings, drug interactions, dosing, and uses.

Information on Encephalitis

Inheriting Huntington's Disease

A child of a parent with the condition has a 50-50 chance of inheriting Huntington's disease (HD). This eMedTV Web page discusses how Huntington's disease is inherited and explains that some cases of HD may be the result of a new genetic mutation.

Inheriting Tay-Sachs

Children have a 25 percent chance of inheriting Tay-Sachs disease if both parents are carriers. This eMedTV page explains how the disease is passed from parent to child, the probability of inheriting it, and information on diagnosing the disease.

Interferon Beta-1a

Interferon beta-1a is a medication that is prescribed for the treatment of multiple sclerosis. This eMedTV page describes the two different forms of interferon beta-1a, explains the effects of the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

Interferon Beta-1a Dosing

The recommended Avonex (interferon beta-1a) dosing is 30 mcg, injected into a muscle once a week. This eMedTV resource provides dosing recommendations for other forms of interferon beta-1a and offers tips on how to safely inject the drug.

Interferon Beta-1a Drug Information

This eMedTV Web presentation looks at interferon Beta-1a. Drug information covered includes its possible side effects, warnings, dosing, and interactions.

Interferon Beta-1b

Interferon beta-1b is a medication that is commonly prescribed to treat multiple sclerosis. This eMedTV resource describes interferon beta-1b in more detail and further explores its effects, dosing information, and potential side effects.

Interferon Beta-1b Dosing

Most people start with a low interferon beta-1b dosing and slowly work up to the full dose. As this eMedTV page explains, the usual starting interferon beta-1b dose is 0.0625 mg. This dosage may be gradually increased to the full dosage -- 0.25 mg.

Interferon Beta-1b Information

On this Web page, eMedTV explores interferon beta-1b for the treatment of multiple sclerosis. Information covered includes its possible side effects, warnings, precautions, interactions, and dosing.

Is Bell's Palsy Contagious?

You might wonder, "Is Bell's palsy contagious?" As this eMedTV site points out, Bell's palsy is not contagious; that is, you cannot catch it from another person.

Japanese Encephalitis

Japanese encephalitis is a potentially serious disease spread by infected mosquitoes in parts of Asia. This eMedTV resource discusses this disease in detail, including information on transmission, symptoms, treatment options, and more.

Juvenile Huntington Disease

Juvenile Huntington disease is a brain disorder in which symptoms tend to develop before age 20. This eMedTV Web page describes juvenile Huntington disease (HD) and explains how its symptoms differ from those seen with adult-onset HD.

Kemadrin

Kemadrin is a prescribed drug used to treat certain symptoms of Parkinson's disease and antipsychotic drugs. This eMedTV Web article describes how Kemadrin works, explains when and how to take the medicine, lists side effects that may occur, and more.

Kemadrin and Breastfeeding

It is not known if it is safe to use Kemadrin (procyclidine hydrochloride) while breastfeeding. This eMedTV Web resource further discusses Kemadrin and breastfeeding, and explains why many doctors do not recommend this drug to breastfeeding women.

Kemadrin and Pregnancy

This eMedTV page explains that Kemadrin (procyclidine hydrochloride) has not been adequately studied in pregnant women, so it may not be safe during pregnancy. This page further discusses Kemadrin and pregnancy, and what your doctor may recommend.

Kemadrin Dosage

This page from the eMedTV Web library describes the factors your doctor will consider when determining your Kemadrin dosage. This article also provides general Kemadrin dosing guidelines, including tips for when and how to take this medication.

Kemadrin Drug Interactions

Some antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticholinergic medicines can cause Kemadrin drug interactions. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at other drugs that may interact with Kemadrin and describes the potential risks of these interactions.

Kemadrin Medication Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the Parkinson's medication Kemadrin. Information includes its possible side effects, dosing, warnings, and drug interactions.

Kemadrin Overdose

Confusion, hallucinations, and seizures may occur if you overdose on Kemadrin (procyclidine hydrochloride). This eMedTV segment lists other possible symptoms of a Kemadrin overdose and explores the various treatment options that are available.

Kemadrin Side Effects

A few common Kemadrin side effects may include constipation, nausea, and blurred vision. This eMedTV page outlines other potential side effects of Kemadrin, including serious ones that require medical attention (such as hallucinations or depression).

Kemadrin Uses

Kemadrin is used for treating symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease and antipsychotic medicines. This eMedTV page describes Kemadrin uses in more detail, including information on how this drug affects certain chemicals in the nervous system.

Kemadrin Warnings and Precautions

Kemadrin can make certain conditions worse, such as glaucoma and bladder problems. This eMedTV page lists other Kemadrin warnings and precautions to know before starting the drug, including what to tell your doctor and who should avoid Kemadrin.

Lacosamide

People experiencing partial seizures may benefit from lacosamide. This page from the eMedTV Web site takes a closer look at how this prescription medication works, offers precautions to be aware of when taking the drug, and lists possible side effects.

Lacosamide Dosage

This eMedTV page offers dosing guidelines for lacosamide in the treatment of partial seizures. This article also describes some factors that may affect your dosage and offers some tips on taking this drug.

Lacosamide Drug Information

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

LaCrosse Encephalitis

Caused by a mosquito-borne virus, LaCrosse encephalitis is a rare disease that usually affects children. As this eMedTV article explains, it gets its name from LaCrosse, Wisconsin. This page provides an overview of LaCrosse encephalitis.

Lamotrigine XR Drug Information

Extended-release lamotrigine is a seizure medicine that can be used in people age 13 and older. This page on the eMedTV Web site takes a closer look at this drug and its uses, and also provides a link to more detailed information.

Levetiracetam

People experiencing partial, myoclonic, or generalized tonic clonic seizures may benefit from levetiracetam. This eMedTV page explains how the drug works, offers precautions to be aware of when taking the drug, and lists possible side effects.

Levetiracetam Dosing

This eMedTV segment offers levetiracetam dosing guidelines for the treatment of myoclonic and partial or grand mal seizures in adults and children with epilepsy. This article also offers some suggestions on when and how to take the medication.

Levetiracetam Drug Information

Levetiracetam XR

Levetiracetam XR is a medication often prescribed to treat partial seizures in people with epilepsy. This eMedTV segment explores how the medicine may work, lists side effects that may occur, and offers dosing information for the drug.

Levetiracetam XR Dosage

The recommended started levetiracetam XR dosage is two 500 mg tablets once a day. This eMedTV page offers dosing guidelines on this medication, explaining how dosages are slowly increased until a person's seizures are controlled.

Levetiracetam XR Medication

On this eMedTV Web page, the drug levetiracetam XR is discussed. Information includes its side effects, warnings, precautions, dosing, uses, and medicines that it interacts with.

Levitiracetam

This eMedTV page explains how the prescription drug levetiracetam works to treat certain types of epileptic seizures. This page also covers side effects and some levetiracetam alternatives. Levitiracetam is a common misspelling of levetiracetam.

Lioresal

Lioresal may be prescribed to treat spasticity in people who have MS or a spinal cord problem. This eMedTV Web article explains how this medication works and offers an in-depth look at its effects, general safety precautions, and possible side effects.

Lioresal Dosage

There is no standard Lioresal dosage, since the amount prescribed must be individualized. This eMedTV Web segment offers dosing guidelines for using oral or injectable forms of Lioresal and provides tips and precautions for those using it.

Lioresal Drug Information

On this eMedTV Web page, the prescription medicine Lioresal is discussed. Information includes its uses, dosing, side effects, warnings, and precautions.

Lioresal Drug Interactions

Any medication that causes drowsiness could potentially cause negative reactions with Lioresal. This eMedTV article lists specific medications that may cause drug interactions with Lioresal and describes the side effects that may occur as a result.

Lioresal Side Effects

Some of the most common Lioresal side effects include drowsiness, confusion, and headaches. This eMedTV Web page provides a more complete list of potential side effects, including potentially serious problems that may require prompt medical care.

Lioresal Uses

Lioresal is used for treating spasticity caused by conditions such as MS and cerebral palsy. This eMedTV Web resource explains whether this prescription medication can be used in children and lists some of the possible "off-label" uses.

Lioresal Warnings and Precautions

Lioresal may increase the risk of seizures or ovarian cysts. This selection from the eMedTV Web library provides an overview of other important warnings and precautions with Lioresal, including information on people who should avoid taking the drug.

Machado-Joseph Disease

Machado-Joseph disease is characterized by clumsiness and weakness in the arms and legs, among other things. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at the types, symptoms, causes, and treatment of this disease.

Meningocele

As this eMedTV article explains, meningocele is a condition that occurs when the spinal cord develops normally but the meninges protrude from a spinal opening. This Web page provides an overview of this type of spina bifida.

Motor Neuron Disease

Motor neuron disease is a type of neurological condition in which the cells that control muscle activity are destroyed. This eMedTV segment discusses the different types of motor neuron disease and associated causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Myelomeningocele

As this eMedTV segment explains, myelomeningocele is characterized by exposure of the spinal cord through an opening in the spine. This resource offers an in-depth look at this condition, with links to more information.

Mysoline

A healthcare provider may prescribe Mysoline to treat certain types of epileptic seizures. This part of the eMedTV library offers an in-depth look at this medication, including information on its possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.

Mysoline Dosage

As this eMedTV article explains, the recommended starting Mysoline dosage for treating epilepsy will be based on several factors, such as age and other medications you are taking. This page also provides some tips on when and how to take Mysoline.

Mysoline Drug Information

Mysoline Drug Interactions

Drug interactions can occur when Mysoline is taken with certain other drugs, such as alcohol and narcotics. This eMedTV page talks about these and other Mysoline drug interactions and explains the problems that can occur due to these interactions.

Mysoline Side Effects

Possible side effects of Mysoline include coordination problems and spinning sensations (vertigo). This eMedTV segment offers a detailed list of common Mysoline side effects, as well as side effects that may require immediate medical attention.

Mysoline Uses

Mysoline is approved for treating grand mal and partial seizures in adults and children. This eMedTV resource describes these and other Mysoline uses (including "off-label" uses), and also explains how the medication works to treat these conditions.

Mysoline Warnings and Precautions

Mysoline can cause certain blood problems, which can increase your risk of bleeding or bruising. This eMedTV page lists more Mysoline warnings and precautions, including who should avoid Mysoline and what to tell your doctor before starting the drug.

Naratriptan

Naratriptan is a medicine that is approved to treat migraine headaches after they start. This eMedTV article explains how the drug works to relieve migraine symptoms, lists some side effects, and offers guidelines for taking it.

Naratriptan Dosing

As this eMedTV Web page explains, you should not take more than 5 mg of naratriptan in a 24-hour period. This page discusses factors that affect naratriptan dosing and provides tips on when and how to take naratriptan.

Naratriptan Hydrochloride

Naratriptan Side Effects

Some of the more common side effects of naratriptan include drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at potential naratriptan side effects, including details about those that may be serious.

Nonepileptic Seizures

As this eMedTV article explains, nonepileptic seizures look like epileptic seizures, but they do not cause the brain activity associated with epileptic seizures. This page highlights the conditions (such as narcolepsy) that may cause these seizures.

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus

With normal pressure hydrocephalus, a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid puts pressure on the brain. This eMedTV article explains this condition in detail, including information on its diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, symptoms, and more.

Orally Disintegrating Carbidopa-Levodopa

Orally disintegrating carbidopa-levodopa is prescribed to treat Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at orally disintegrating carbidopa-levodopa, including information on its other uses, how it works, and possible side effects.

Orally Disintegrating Carbidopa-Levodopa Dosage

This selection from the eMedTV Web site discusses the factors that may affect your orally disintegrating carbidopa-levodopa dosage (such as other medications you are taking). This page also gives suggestions on when and how to take this medication.

Orally Disintegrating Selegiline

Orally disintegrating selegiline is a prescription drug used for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. This eMedTV page explores orally disintegrating selegiline, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and general precautions.

Orally Disintegrating Selegiline Dosage

This eMedTV resource discusses factors that may affect your orally disintegrating selegiline dosage, such as your response to the medication and other medications you are taking. This page also gives tips on when and how to take this medication.

Over-the-Counter Bonine

Bonine is an antihistamine commonly used for treating and preventing motion sickness. This eMedTV resource describes how the over-the-counter medicine works and provides general information on when and how to take Bonine.