Category: P

Medications that require a prescription for acquisition, rather than being available over-the-counter, are known as Prescription-only Medicines (PoMs). These drugs often necessitate medical oversight due to the complexity of their safe usage. Some of them may eventually be reclassified as over-the-counter (OTC) medications after confirming their effectiveness and safety.  

Prempak-C, a trademarked medication, is employed in hormone replacement therapy to alleviate menopausal symptoms and prevent osteoporosis. It comprises a combination of conjugated estrogens and norgestrel, a progestogen drug.  

Excessive bleeding subsequent to childbirth, a circumstance that tends to be more prevalent following an extended labor or after the delivery of multiple infants. The majority of instances involving postpartum hemorrhage transpire right after childbirth (referred to as primary postpartum hemorrhage). This type is attributed to an excessive outflow of blood from the area where…

Postpartum depression is a condition experienced by women following childbirth. Its likely origins lie in the interplay of abrupt hormonal shifts and psychological, as well as environmental influences. This depression varies from a highly prevalent and brief occurrence known as “baby blues,” to an infrequent but serious form of depressive disorder called puerperal psychosis. The…

Osteoporosis, characterized by a reduction in bone density, occurs among women who have transitioned into menopause, the phase marked by the cessation of ovulation and menstruation. In postmenopausal women, bone thinning is attributed to a significant decline in estrogen hormone levels, which typically play a role in upholding bone mass.  

Unusual vaginal bleeding occurring in women who have already undergone menopause, the stage when ovulation and menstruation cease. This bleeding could indicate various abnormalities within the reproductive organs. The most frequent and less severe cause is irritation of the genital tissues. Additional factors comprise cervical erosion, cervical cancer, uterine growths, or, on rare occasions, cancer…

A sac filled with fluid forms at the back of the knee. While both adults and children can develop these cysts, the causes might differ based on age. In children, the condition might stem from an inflamed bursa (a fluid-filled cushion) located behind the knee. The exact reason for this is unclear, but it’s not…

A brand name for liquid preparations containing coal tar, used in treatments for dandruff, eczema, and psoriasis.  

Compounds generated within the body through the breakdown of blood clots (refer to blood clotting), such as when the body clears obstructed blood vessels. Assessments capable of detecting plasma D-dimers can be valuable in monitoring conditions like disseminated intravascular coagulation or in determining whether an individual might have experienced a pulmonary embolism or deep vein…

An antihistamine medication prescribed for the prevention of migraines in individuals who experience frequent and debilitating episodes. Possible negative effects of using this medication may encompass nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, and muscle discomfort. Prolonged usage could, in certain instances, lead to weight gain.