Senior Health Articles
Browse eMedTV's wide range of articles related to senior health including topics such as galantamine, alendronate, and coral calcium. Use the search box at the top-right corner of the page to find information about other health topics.
Alendronate and Cholecalciferol for Osteoporosis
Calcitonin Salmon Nasal Spray -- Osteoporosis
Information on Carbidopa-Levodopa CR
Carbidopa for Parkinson's Disease
Darifenacin for Overactive Bladder
Miacalcin Injection -- Osteoporosis
Raloxifene HCl for Osteoporosis
Dehydroepiandrosterone Supplements
Galantamine Hydrobromide Information
Glucosamine and Chondroitin Supplements
Oxybutynin Chloride ER Drug Information
Information on Chronic Fatigue
Ibandronate Sodium Drug Information
Chronic fatigue refers to symptoms of exhaustion or lack of energy that last for more than six months. This eMedTV page discusses this lack of energy in detail and offers information on possible causes and treatment options.
The shingles vaccine is approved for use in adults who are over 60 years old. This page from the eMedTV site describes the vaccine in more detail, explains how it works to prevent shingles, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Ginkgo is an herbal supplement that is claimed to improve memory and help with several other conditions. This eMedTV article describes the benefits of ginkgo, lists side effects that may occur, and explains the effectiveness of this herbal remedy.
Oxybutynin is commonly prescribed to treat bladder conditions caused by nerve problems. This eMedTV article discusses specific oxybutynin uses, explains how the medication works, and offers dosing information, including when and how to take it.
Side Effects of Glucosamine and Chondroitin
Diarrhea, nausea, and constipation are potential side effects of glucosamine and chondroitin. This eMedTV page explains what side effects require medical attention and also lists side effects that may occur with glucosamine and chondroitin separately.
Glucosamine and chondroitin is a dietary supplement commonly used for treating arthritis. This eMedTV Web page explains how it works, offers dosing information for the product, and lists some of its potential side effects.
Coral calcium is a type of calcium supplement used for maintaining healthy bones. This page on the eMedTV site further explains why this mineral is important, describes how it works, and lists some of the side effects that may occur with the product.
Dehydroepiandrosterone is a dietary supplement claimed to be useful for various age-related conditions. This eMedTV article explains how the supplement works, explores the safety and effectiveness of the product, and lists its potential side effects.
Calcium citrate is a form of calcium that is commonly found in dietary supplements. This eMedTV resource explains what calcium citrate is used for, lists some of its potential side effects, and offers general dosing information for this product.
Glucosamine sulfate is a supplement most often used to treat arthritis. This eMedTV Web page explains how glucosamine sulfate works, explores the safety and effectiveness of the supplement, and lists potential side effects of the product.
Galantamine is a drug used for treating mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. This eMedTV resource provides general dosing information for galantamine, explains how the drug works, and describes its effects.
Raloxifene is prescribed to treat postmenopausal women for osteoporosis. As this eMedTV article explains, it can also help reduce their risk of breast cancer. The drug's effects, dosing guidelines, and side effects are also described in detail.
Memantine is a prescription drug that is approved for treating dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. This eMedTV resource explains how the medication works, offers dosing information, and lists side effects that may occur.
Miacalcin is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis in postmenopausal women, among other things. This eMedTV segment describes Miacalcin in detail, including information on additional uses, side effects, dosing, and how the drug is administered.
Chronic fatigue relief often begins with determining the cause of the fatigue. As this eMedTV article explains, some people find relief from chronic fatigue by exercising, getting treatment for chronic pain, and improving the quality of their sleep.
Alendronate is a prescription drug that is often used to treat osteoporosis and Paget's disease. This eMedTV page offers a complete overview of the medication, with detailed information on its uses, dosing guidelines, possible side effects, and more.
Ibandronate is a medicine that is prescribed to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. This eMedTV resource describes in detail how the drug works, explains when and how it should be taken, and lists possible side effects.
Zyloprim is a prescribed drug used to prevent certain conditions, such as gout and high uric acid levels. This eMedTV page describes how Zyloprim works, offers dosing information for the drug, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.
