FAQs: What is gabapentin? Gabapentin is an anti-epileptic medicine. It belongs to a class of anticonvulsants that comes in three types: capsules, tablets, and an oral solution. It helps to control seizures in patients with epilepsy by reducing the abnormal excitement levels in the brain. Gabapentin gives relief from nerve pain. It also reduces the […]
FAQs: What is Gilenya? Gilenya is a drug that is known as ‘disease-modifying therapy’. It is prescribed for remitting and relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) and is given to adults and children above the age of 10. MS is a disorder of the nerves wherein chronic inflammation destroys the sheath that surrounds nerve cells. Gilenya contains
FAQs: What is Glimepiride? Glimepiride is an anti-diabetic medication sold under the brand name Amaryl. It is used alone or with other medicines to control high blood sugar in type 2 diabetes patients. Glimepiride belongs to the class of hypoglycemic drugs called sulfonylureas. It lowers blood sugar by increasing the production of the hormone insulin
FAQs: What is Glutamic Acid? Glutamic acid is an alpha-amino acid used in protein biosynthesis by nearly all living beings. Glutamic acid is also an excitatory neurotransmitter in the vertebrate nervous system. It is used in protein biosynthesis in the human body and helps in metabolism, brain, and cardiac function. Glutamic acid is naturally synthesized
FAQs: What is glyciphage? Glyciphage is an anti-diabetic medication that belongs to the biguanide class of medicines. It is used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and is an important part of diabetes management. The drug lowers glucose production in the liver and delays its absorption from the intestines. This strengthens the body’s
FAQs: What is Gravol? Gravol is the trade name for an antihistamine called dimenhydrinate which is a non-prescription drug used for the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by motion sickness. It is also used for treatment of vertigo and symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, sneezing, rashes, itching, redness, irritation (skin
FAQs: What is Grilinctus? Grilinctus syrup is prescribed for the symptomatic treatment of non-productive cough, especially dry, allergic, and irritating cough. Since it belongs to the class of Schedule G prescription drugs, exercise proper precautions before consuming. It is dangerous to use Grilinctus syrup without medical supervision. Every 5 ml of the syrup contains: –
FAQs: What is griseofulvin? Griseofulvin is an antifungal medicine. It can treat the fungal infections of the skin, hair, scalp, and nails that could not be resolved by other antifungal creams. You can consume griseofulvin as tablets, capsules, and liquids. However, if used for a longer duration, it may harm the liver. High doses may
FAQs: What Is Guaifenesin? Guaifenesin is an oral expectorant that is used to treat coughs of common cold, allergies, or upper respiratory infection. It is the most readily available over-the-counter drug for cough. The drug acts by thinning and loosening mucus in the airways, removing congestion, and makes breathing easier. It is available as tablets,
FAQs: What is Halobetasol? Halobetasol is a synthetic steroid used topically as an anti-inflammatory and antipruritic drug. It is a prescription medication available in the form of an ointment, cream, lotion, gel and sprays for topical dermatological use. Halobetasol is a highly potent topical corticosteroid that is effective in the short-term treatment of plaque psoriasis
