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Information about Tourette Syndrome
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
As this eMedTV article explains, Japanese encephalitis is a potentially serious viral disease that is spread by infected mosquitoes in certain parts of Asia. This article discusses Japanese encephalitis in detail.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
This eMedTV segment deals with Machado-Joseph disease, a hereditary condition that is characterized by clumsiness and weakness in the arms and legs, among other things. This page talks about the types, symptoms, and causes of this disease.
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 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 is the most severe form of spina bifida. As this eMedTV segment explains, it is characterized by exposure of the spinal cord through an opening in the spine. This resource offers an in-depth look at myelomeningocele.
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 Mysoline, including information on its possible side effects, dosing guidelines, and more.
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.
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.
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 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 is a medicine that is approved to treat migraine headaches after they start. This eMedTV article explains how naratriptan works to relieve migraine symptoms, lists some side effects of the drug, and offers guidelines for taking it.
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.
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.
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.
As this eMedTV segment explains, normal pressure hydrocephalus is a condition in which a buildup of cerebrospinal fluid puts pressure on the brain. This article explains this condition in detail, including information on its diagnosis and treatment.
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.