What You Should Know About Northera (Droxidopa)
Droxidopa is a generic form of the brand-name drug called Northera. This prescription medication was first approved by the FDA in 2014 for treating the symptoms of neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (NOH), which involves fainting, dizziness, or lightheadedness when standing after
TPN Side Effects
TPN, also known as total parenteral nutrition, is an intravenous administration of nutrition to patients, bypassing the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). As TPN is given intravenously, GIT side effects such as diarrhea or stomach disturbances rarely occur. But if the drug
Firazyr (Icatibant)
Firazyr (icatibant) is the first FDA-approved drug given subcutaneously to treat hereditary angioedema. It is a selective competitive B2 bradykinin receptor antagonist and an immunomodulator. Firazyr can be used alone or with other medications, depending on the patient's condition and
How To Stop Bleeding in Hemophilia Patients
Hemophilia is a rare hereditary condition where the blood doesn't clot normally because it lacks blood-clotting proteins (clotting factors). A person that suffers from hemophilia may bleed more profusely and for a longer period of time in comparison to a
Best Diet for Myasthenia Gravis
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a common life-threatening condition that affects millions of people. Although it can be frightening if you have been diagnosed with MG, fortunately, there are many treatment options that can help you get your life back on
TPN Life Expectancy: How Long Can Someone Live On TPN Alone?
There are several conditions when all or part of a person’s digestive system doesn’t work, and in such cases, they are unable to obtain adequate nutrition by eating food and digesting it through their intestines. Patients diagnosed with such conditions
SCIG vs. IVIG: Which Treatment Is Best for You?
Immunoglobulin (IG) replacement therapy has become the cornerstone of primary immunodeficiency (PI) disease treatment in patients who have defects in their body’s antibody production. Antibodies play a vital role in our immune system. They act as our defense system against
Home TPN Therapy Guide
People suffering from long-term illnesses that affect their digestive systems (causing them not to function properly) may require ongoing nutrition support through a route other than the oral one. When all the nutrients that a person needs is delivered intravenously
Gamma Globulins: What You Should Know
The body defends itself against germs through barriers such as the skin, mucosa, and intestinal or pulmonary cilia (microscopic hairs). When germs manage to overcome these barriers, they can infect the body. To prevent this from happening, the body has
TPN Troubleshooting Guide
While on home TPN therapy, if you run into some minor complications, you shouldn't be too concerned as most of these complications can be resolved easily without the need to get help from someone else. This TPN troubleshooting guide lists