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Valproic Acid; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Drug Interactions
Valproic Acid is a synthetic derivative of propylpentanoic acid with antiepileptic properties and potential antineoplastic and antiangiogenesis activities. In epilepsy, valproic acid appears to act by increasing…
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Valrubicin; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Valrubicin is a semisynthetic derivative of the antineoplastic anthracycline antibiotic doxorubicin. With a mechanism of action that appears to differ from doxorubicin, valrubicin is converted intracytoplasmically into N-trifluoroacetyladriamycin, which interacts…
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Valsartan; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions, Pregnancy
Valsartan is an orally active nonpeptide triazole-derived antagonist of angiotensin (AT) II with antihypertensive properties. Valsartan selectively and competitively blocks the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 subtype receptor…
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Vancomycin – Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Vancomycin is a medication used in the treatment of serious Gram-positive bacterial infections. It is in the cell wall synthesis inhibitor class of antimicrobial…
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Vandetanib; Uses,Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions, Pregnancy
Vandetanib is an orally bioavailable 4-anilinoquinazoline. Vandetanib selectively inhibits the tyrosine kinase activity of vascular endothelial growth factor receptor 2, thereby blocking stimulated endothelial cell proliferation and migration and reducing…
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Vaping and E-Cigarettes
Vaping devices and e-cigarettes are used as a mechanism to inhale aerosol vapors that usually contain nicotine, flavorings, and other additives. E-cigarettes are typically…
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Vaping and Substance Use During Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be stressful, but New Directions for Women provides tools to help lighten the load and help keep women from relying on substances…
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Vardenafil; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interaction, Pregnancy
Vardenafil is a benzenesulfonamide derivative and phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor with vasodilatory activity. Vardenafil selectively inhibits PDE5, thus inhibiting the degradation of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) found in…
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Varenicline; Indications/Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Drug Interaction, Pregnancy
Varenicline is a partial agonist of the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) subtype alpha4beta2. Nicotine stimulation of central alpha4beta2 nAChRs located at presynaptic terminals in the nucleus accumbens causes the…
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Vasodilator Drugs
Vasodilator drugs relax and widen blood vessels, increasing blood flow. A few examples include ACE inhibitors, ARBs, calcium channel blockers, and nitrates. Vasodilators are medicines…
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Vemurafenib; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Vemurafenib is a selective inhibitor of BRAF kinase that is used in the therapy of metastatic and advanced malignant melanoma. Vemurafenib therapy is commonly associated with…
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Venlafaxine; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions
Venlafaxine is a synthetic phenethylamine bicyclic derivative with antidepressant activity. Venlafaxine and its active metabolite, O-desmethylvenlafaxine (ODV), are potent inhibitors of neuronal serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake and weak dopamine reuptake inhibitors. This agent may reduce hormone-related vasomotor…
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Verapamil; Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions, Pregnancy
Verapamil is a phenylalkylamine calcium channel blocking agent. Verapamil inhibits the transmembrane influx of extracellular calcium ions into myocardial and vascular smooth muscle cells, causing dilatation of the main…
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Veratrum Album; Uses, Dosage, Site Effects, Interactions
Veratrum album is a poisonous plant that can easily be mistaken for the yellow gentian, Gentiana lutea, used in beverages. Two adult men were…
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Verbal Abuse
Verbal abuse refers to the use of words to harm, control, or manipulate another person. It can take many forms, including insults, threats, yelling,…
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Verbal Belittling
Verbal belittling refers to the act of using words or language to diminish, humiliate, or degrade someone. It can take various forms, including insults,…
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Verbal Hallucinations
Verbal hallucinations, often referred to as hearing voices, can be a frightening and confusing experience for those who encounter them. In this guide, we'll…
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Verbal Intimidation
Verbal intimidation is a form of communication that involves using words or phrases to frighten, coerce, or manipulate others. It can occur in various…
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Verbal Microaggressions
Verbal microaggressions are subtle, often unintentional remarks or behaviors that communicate derogatory or negative messages towards marginalized groups. They can occur in everyday conversations,…
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Verbal Passive-Aggression
Verbal passive-aggression is a communication style where someone indirectly expresses hostility or negativity through subtle, often masked, remarks or actions. While it may not…
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Verbal Patronization
Verbal patronization is when someone talks down to another person in a condescending or belittling manner. It can occur in various settings, including personal…
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Verbascum; Uses, Dosage, Site Effects, Interactions
Verbascum thapsus is used in tribal medicine as an antispasmodic, anti-tubercular agent and wormicide. In this study, we investigated the antispasmodic and anthelmintic activities of…
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Very Early-Onset Schizophrenia (VEOS)
Very early-onset schizophrenia (VEOS) is a serious brain illness. In this condition, a child has strong problems with thinking, feelings, and behavior. The child…
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Viagra; Mechanism, Side Effects, Interactions, Pregnancy
Viagra is a name that can be given to any herbal product advertised as treating erectile dysfunction. There are many different products advertised as herbal viagra, but…
