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Bookmark or Share- Semaglutide: 7 things you should know - Drugs.comSemaglutide lowers blood sugar levels by mimicking the effects of GLP-1, a naturally occurring hormone that stimulates insulin secretion and lowers glucagon secretion from the liver. It is taken orally or self-administered by subcutaneous injection once a week and may be used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
- 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.
- Testosterone Dosage Guide + Max Dose, Adjustments - Drugs.comThe topical dose can be adjusted based on the serum testosterone concentration from a single blood draw 2 to 8 hours after applying this drug and at least 14 days after starting treatment or following dose adjustment. If the measured serum testosterone concentration is below 300 ng/dL, the daily testosterone dose may be increased.
- 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?
- Hydrochlorothiazide: 7 things you should know - Drugs.comBlood pressure should be monitored at least monthly until controlled. Renal function and electrolytes should be monitored every two to four weeks on initiation. HCTZ is considered a second-line agent for the management of high blood pressure during pregnancy; other antihypertensives (such as methyldopa, nifedipine, or labetalol) are preferred.
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