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Are You Taking Asthmanex for Your Asthma?

Asthmanex is a brand name for the anti-inflammatory agent mometasone furoate, a corticosteroid used in various formulations (inhaler, intranasal spray or topical ointment) for the treatment of asthma and allergic rhinitis as well as inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis. A prescription inhalant drug marketed by Schering-Plough, Asthmanex – which is available as […]

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Learn More About Your Heightened Sense of Smell

The medical term for a heightened or increased sense of smell is hyperosmia.  Also known as olfactory hyperesthesia and hyperesthesia olfactoria, the word “hyperosmia” is a combination of the Greek work “hyper,” meaning “above,” and the Greek word “osme,” meaning “sense of smell.”  Put together, hyperosmia is an abnormally increased sensitivity to smells and odors.

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What’s your experience with Polybion?

Polybion is a balanced B complex vitamin manufactured by Merck, Germany.  Available in syrup, ampoule or tablet form, Polybion contains eight different B vitamins:  thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B12), niacin (vitamin B3), panthothenic acid (vitamin B5), pyridoxine (vitamin B6), biotin (vitamin B7), folic acid (vitamin B9) and the cobalamins (vitamin B12).  All types of

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Share your experiences with the antidepressant ADCO Mirteron

ADCO Mirteron is an international brand of mirtazapine, a tetracyclic antidepressant that is used to treat depression and, in come cases, insomnia.  At PatientsLikeMe, where more than 115,000 patients are sharing their experiences with prescription drugs, supplements and more, we have just one patient who reports taking ADCO Mirteron while more than 300 patients report

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Probiotic Users: Have You Experienced AccuFlora Side Effects?

At PatientsLikeMe, where more than 115,000 patients are sharing their experiences with prescription drugs, supplements and more, 20 patients report taking the probiotic AccuFlora while zero patients report experiencing AccuFlora side effects.  In addition, zero patients report discontinuing the supplement as a result of AccuFlora side effects.  The seven patients who have stopped taking AccuFlora

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How Would You Rank Your Ability to Relate to Others?

Many patients say they feel alone and isolated due to their health conditions – while others report the ability to relate to others well.  We’ve also heard from a number of patients that being diagnosed with a serious illness has increased their compassion and understanding of others with health problems. At PatientsLikeMe, we believe the

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