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Bookmark or Share- Semaglutide: 7 things you should know - Drugs.comSemaglutide works by mimicking the action of GLP-1, a naturally occurring hormone that helps to regulate blood glucose levels. By binding to and activating the GLP-1 receptor, it stimulates insulin secretion and lowers glucagon secretion when blood glucose levels are high. It also causes a slowing down in how fast the stomach empties.
- Prolia: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Warnings - Drugs.comIncreased risk of severe low calcium levels in your blood (hypocalcemia). Prolia may lower the calcium levels in your blood. If you have low blood calcium before you start receiving Prolia, it may get worse during treatment. Your low blood calcium must be treated before you receive Prolia. Talk to your doctor before starting Prolia.
- Elevated INR: Causes, Signs, Treatment, Prevention - Drugs.comA prothrombin time (PT) is a another blood test done to help measure your INR. The higher your PT or INR, the longer your blood takes to clot. An elevated PT or INR means your blood is taking longer to clot than your healthcare provider believes is healthy for you. When your PT or INR is too high, you have an increased risk of bleeding.
- Blood Transfusion Reactions - What You Need to Know - Drugs.comAsk if you can use your own blood. You may be able to get your own blood during surgery. Your blood will need to be drawn and stored a few weeks before a scheduled surgery. Carry medical alert identification. Wear jewelry or carry a card that says you had a blood transfusion reaction.
- Prostate Specific Antigen - What You Need to Know - Drugs.comMost healthy men have a PSA level less than 4 ng/mL. If your PSA level is higher than 4 ng/mL you may need more tests. Examples include blood or urine tests, an ultrasound, MRI, CT scan, or a prostate biopsy. Ask your healthcare provider for more information on these tests. What else can cause a high PSA level?
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