Dealing with Depression starts with Understanding it!

Posted on January 31, 2013 by DrDavidPouliot

images1 Dealing with Depression starts with Understanding it!Depression is often described as “living in a black hole” or having a constant fear of impending doom. It is considered a feeling of sadness. However, some depressed patients do not feel sad at all. In fact, the feeling can be better described as lifelessness, emptiness and apathy. Some other common symptoms, causes and treatment of this illness are mentioned beneath:

What causes this disease?

  • MRI studies of patients with depression have showed that the areas of the brain that affect the thinking process, sleep and behavior of such patients do not function as they do in normal people.
  • If there is someone in the family suffering from a depressive disorder, a person’s chances of developing it are higher. This suggests the possibility of a genetic link.
  • An awful or unpleasant experience can cause this illness. Loss of a close family member, difficult relationships and physical or sexual abuse are common factors that can lead to this disease.

What are the symptoms of this ailment?

  • A feeling of anxiety and emptiness
  • Excessive sadness
  • A feeling of pessimism or negative thoughts
  • A feeling of hopelessness
  • Restlessness
  • Irritability
  • Can not remember details
  • Difficulty in making decisions
  • Disturbed sleep patterns
  • Eating too much or too little
  • Headaches
  • Violent behavior
  • Feeling physically drained
  • Self-loathing or a feeling of guilt
  • Suicidal thoughts

Depression and suicide:

Suicidal attempts and thoughts are very common in patients having depression. The deep seated feelings of despair and hopelessness make the person feel as if suicide is the only way to escape the sufferings of life. However, these people rarely discuss their feelings with anyone; making it very difficult for others to guess what’s on their mind. The warning signs given below can help to identify a person who may be having such thoughts.

  • Talking about harming or killing oneself
  • Expressing feelings of being trapped
  • A remarkable preoccupation with death
  • Acting recklessly, as if having a death wish; such as speeding through red lights
  • Calling or visiting friends and relatives to say goodbye
  • Giving away valuable possessions
  • Saying things such as “you all would be better off without me”
  • A sudden change in the mood from being depressed to being calm and happy

How to manage depression?

Purchase Escitalopram for the management of this condition. Use of Escitalopram is also beneficial for managing panic disorders and generalized anxiety disorder. It help for depression by blocking the reuptake of a neurotransmitter, serotonin, by the nerves.

Dosage recommendations:

People can take Escitalopram in a dose of 10 to 20 mg, once everyday. Patients can contact a doctor to know more regarding the dosage of this drug.

No matter how hopeless you feel, you can get better! Accepting that you are suffering from depression is the first step towards getting rid of this problem. The rest will be taken care of by Escitalopram.

 

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Why Is Depression More Common In Women?

Posted on January 14, 2013 by charlesjohn

When a person is depressed, it is more than just a feeling of sadness. Sadness is coupled with other symptoms that indicate a gradual loss of interest in life. It is known that women are more commonly affected by depressive episodes than men. Hence, special consideration is required to understand the causes of its higher incidence in women.depressivedisorders Why Is Depression More Common In Women?

Depressive Disorders In Women:

Preadolescent Age:

Before the age of puberty, there is not much of a difference in the rate of occurrence of this problem in boys and girls. But, there is a sharp rise in its incidence once girls cross the age of about 13. The mental stressors for adolescents include forming an identity, adapting to their new identity, and their emerging sexuality.

Adulthood:

Females again go through the turmoil of changing relationships when they enter adulthood. Their work roles also add to their responsibilities making them highly prone to depression. Some theories have proposed that the higher incidence of depression in women at this age is not due to their higher vulnerability, but due to the particular stressors that affect them. These stressors include responsibilities at home and at work, managing single parenthood, taking care of children and bearing the responsibilities of aging parents.

The Menstrual Cycle:

Many females complain of mood disturbances and irritability 2 or 3 days before each period. This is called premenstrual syndrome. This can be attributed to the cyclical rise and fall in the level of estrogen and other sex hormones, which affects the brain chemistry that is often associated with depressive diseases.

Pregnancy and the post-pregnancy period:

The incidence of depression is higher in women during the post-pregnancy period than during pregnancy. After the delivery of the baby, they find it difficult to cope with the sudden change in their life. Depression occurring after pregnancy is called postpartum depression. Postpartum mood changes range from mild temporary “blues” to intense, incapacitating, psychotic depression.

Menopause:

Women commonly experience behavioral and physical changes during the menopausal period. In some women, these changes are severe; causing symptoms like hot flushes, increased perspiration, frequent mood changes, irritability and restlessness.

How to Manage Depression?

It should be noted that depression is a medical condition and not a sign of psychological weakness. And it’s treatable. The best medicine for females suffering from this problem is Lexapro. It helps in controlling the symptoms of this condition by interfering with the action of certain neurotransmitter substances in the central nervous system.

How to use?

The recommended dose of Lexapro is 10 mg, once everyday. The doses can be taken with or without food. Patients should consult a physician to learn more about the dose of this drug.

Women pass through several difficult phases in their lives, which usually have a drastic impact on their lives. This makes them more prone to suffering from depression. Using medicines like Lexapro can help women as well as men to reduce the symptoms of depression and to deal successfully with the changes in their life.

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How Can You Stop Blood Clots From Damaging Your Heart?

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Alan Byron

Acute coronary syndrome or ACS refers to any condition that is brought on by sudden, reduced flow of blood to the heart. The coronary arteries supply blood to the heart. Narrowing or blockage in these arteries can result in reduced flow of blood to the cardiac muscles. This can lead to angina or heart attacks.

ACS develops slowly over a period of time, due to the building up of cholesterol plaques in the coronary arteries. Plaques can cause angina by narrowing the blood vessels. This can lead to a heart attack, when the plaque breaks down and forms a clot that blocks an artery.

What are the risk factors for this condition?

  • High levels of cholesterol or triglycerides can cause or aggravate the narrowing of the coronary arteries, leading to this ailment.
  • Cigarette smoking is a common risk factor for this illness.
  • Lack of regular physical activities can put an individual at risk of developing this cardiac ailment.
  • People, who have a family history of heart disorders, are highly prone to suffering from this illness.
  • Individuals, who have suffered a cerebrovascular stroke in the past, are also prone to suffering from this condition.
  • Diseases like diabetes can also increase the risk of developing this illness.
  • Obese people have a higher tendency to develop this problem.
  • Chronic alcoholism is also considered to be a high risk factor for developing this condition.
  • Faulty diet is a common cause that leads to this disorder. Increased intake of fried and fatty foods can lead to a higher risk of suffering from ACS.

 

What are the signs and symptoms of acute coronary syndrome?

•    Pain in the chest
•    A feeling of pressure or tightness in the chest
•    Burning pain in the chest
•    Vomiting
•    Nausea
•    Difficulty in breathing
•    Abdominal pain
•    Sudden profuse sweating
•    Heartburn like sensation
•    Cold and clammy skin
•    Lightheadedness
•    Fainting
•    Dizziness
•    Unusual fatigue
•    Feeling restless
•    Palpitations
•    Apprehension

How to treat?

Patients experiencing the initial warning symptoms of this condition are advised to use Plavix so that the further progression of the condition can be arrested. This drug can also be used for the management of peripheral arterial disease, stroke, angina and heart attacks. Its active component is Clopidogrel bisulfate. It helps in preventing the life threatening complications of acute coronary syndrome by inhibiting the ability of the platelets to form a blood clot.

Recommended Dose:

People can buy and take Plavix in a dosage of 75 milligrams, once every day. Patients are advised to consult a doctor if they want to seek more information about the dosage of this drug.

If acute coronary syndrome isn’t treated properly, it can cause a heart attack that may even lead to the death of the patient. Regular use of Plavix has been shown to reduce the rate of myocardial infarctions, or heart attacks, and mortality caused due to cardiovascular problems and refractory ischemia.

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How can osteoarthritis patients make their lives easier and free of pain?

Posted on December 24, 2012 by DrDavidPouliot

Osteoarthritis is a type of arthritis that is characterized by the excessive breakdown and loss of the cartilage of the joints. It usually occurs due to the inflammation in the joints caused by the degeneration of the bone tissues.

This ailment affects the entire joint structure, including the surrounding muscles, the underlying bone, the ligaments, the synovium and the capsule of the joint.

Development of OA:

This disease causes progressive loss of the cartilage. As the cartilage tries to repair itself, it results in remodeling of the structure of the bone leading to hardening of its underlying tissue (the subchondral part). This also leads to the formation of cysts in the bone resulting in severe damage to the tissues involved. The presence of cysts indicates a poor prognosis.

There is also a formation of osteophytes together with the narrowing or obliteration of the joint spaces. Osteophytes are bony lumps or outgrowths that usually occur at the margins of the joints.

What are the risk factors for this condition?

  • This illness is more common in people having a family history of the same.
  • The risk of this disease increases with advancing age.
  • Obese individuals are at higher risk of suffering from this problem. Obesity causes increased mechanical pressure on the joint and the cartilage resulting in their damage and inflammation thereby causing this condition.
  • This condition is more common in males than in females before the age of 45 years. But, the risk is higher in females than in males after the age of 55 years.
  • Patients having hypothyroidism or hyperparathyroidism are more prone to suffer from this disease.
  • Abnormal anatomy such as unequal length of the legs can also cause this disorder.

What are the symptoms of this disease?

  • Pain in the joints
  • Stiffness
  • Restricted mobility
  • Swelling of the joint
  • Warmth of the skin on the affected part
  • Creaking sound heard on moving the part
  • Limping while walking

How to manage?

Generic Ultracet is a commonly prescribed drug for the management of the acute phase of this disease. The active components of Ultracet are acetaminophen and Tramadol. Tramadol works by binding to the opioid receptor on the nerves and by inhibiting the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine by the nerves. Acetaminophen helps to increase the beneficial effects of Tramadol. Acetaminophen also helps to improve the pain threshold of the body by inhibiting the enzymes that produce prostaglandins.

Dosage recommendations:

Patients should take Ultracet in a dosage of 2 tablets, every 4 to 6 hours. They can take a maximum of 8 tablets per day. Patients should never use this drug for longer than 5 days at a stretch. They are advised to contact their doctor to learn more regarding the dosage of this drug.

Osteoarthritis is one of the commonest and most painful conditions affecting the joints. The acute pain caused by this disease can greatly interfere with the routine life of patients. Medicines like Ultracet can help users in getting rid of the pain in an effective and safe manner.

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Crestor can save you from a heart attack!

Posted on November 10, 2012 by jaysonrexs

Heart attacks occur if the flow of blood to the cardiac muscles is reduced or blocked. If the blood supply to the affected part is not restored immediately, it can lead to the death of that section of the heart.

What are the causes of heart attacks?

  • Increasing age is considered to be the highest risk factor for heart attacks. Heart attacks are common in men above 45 years of age and women above 55 years of age.
  • People having high blood cholesterol levels have a higher risk of developing clots in the blood vessels leading to heart attacks.
  • People with diabetes are more prone to develop heart attacks.
  • Being overweight increases the risk of heart attacks.
  • People, who do not exercise, are more prone to have a heart attack as compared to those who exercise regularly.

What are the symptoms of heart attacks?
Pain in the chest is the most common symptom of heart attacks. The pain usually radiates to the back, the jaw, the hands, the neck or the shoulders. The pain is not relieved by taking rest, lying down or changing position. The pain is often described by patients as crushing, pressing, a feeling of oppression or squeezing. The pain lasts from a few minutes to several hours. The other common symptoms of heart attacks are given below:

  • Chest discomfort
  • Cough
  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath
  • A feeling of uneasiness
  • Nausea
  • Restlessness
  • Coldness of the hands
  • Increased sweating
  • Palpitations
  • Vomiting

What are the complications of heart attacks?

  • Arrhythmias
  • Deep vein thrombosis
  • Rupture of the heart muscles
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Loss of libido

How can patients minimize the risk of having a heart attack?

  • Using cholesterol lowering medicines like Crestor
  • Avoiding smoking
  • Eating a healthy, low-fat diet
  • Regular exercise
  • Reducing alcohol intake
  • Losing weight
  • Reducing mental stress

Crestor for heart attacks:

Crestor is commonly prescribed for patients who are at risk of developing heart attacks due to increased levels of cholesterol. The main ingredient of this medicine is Rosuvastatin. It is a cholesterol lowering drug. It helps in preventing heart attacks by blocking an enzyme that is required for the synthesis of cholesterol.

What is the dose of Crestor?

Patients should use Crestor in a dose of 5 – 40 mg, once in a day. The dose can be adjusted based on the cholesterol levels in the blood. Though this dosage recommendation is suitable for most patients, it is advisable to consult a physician who may suggest a change in this dosage according to the medical condition of the patient.

What are the side effects of Crestor?

The common side effects of Crestor include unexplained muscle pains, fever, unusual tiredness, clay-colored stools and insomnia.

A heart attack brings a person a few steps closer to death. However, use of Crestor can be of great help in preventing such eventualities. This medicine helps people to live a better, healthier life.

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How Can You Get Rid of Psoriasis?

Posted on November 7, 2012 by charlesjohn

Psoriasis is a very common skin disorder that is characterized by inflammation of the skin resulting in red patches covered with silvery scales. It runs a variable course with repeated episodes of improvement and worsening of its symptoms.

What are the causes of psoriasis?

getridof psoriasis How Can You Get Rid of Psoriasis?• Research has proved that the incidence of psoriasis is high in patients suffering from disorders of the immune system. Psoriasis is very common in patients suffering from HIV infection.
• Patients having a family history of psoriasis have an increased risk of suffering from this condition.
• Injury to the skin, repeated skin infections, skin inflammation and excessive scratching due to allergic disorders can also predispose a person to develop psoriasis.
• Use of some medicines can cause worsening of the symptoms of psoriasis. Such medicines include Lithium that is used to treat depression, and beta-blockers that are used to treat high blood pressure.
• Many patients see an increase in the symptoms of psoriasis during the periods of high emotional stress.
• Cigarette smokers face a high risk of developing this condition.
• The severity of psoriasis fluctuates with hormonal changes in the body. The symptoms peak during puberty and menopause.

What are the symptoms of psoriasis?

• The skin lesions of psoriasis typically look like raised red patches with scaling of the skin.
• There is severe itching and burning of the skin.
• The part of the skin surrounding the lesion looks like a ring or a halo. This feature is called Ring of Woronoff.
• The scales on the lesions are thin and dry. They are silver white in color. The skin below the scales is red, smooth and glossy. Removal of the scales causes oozing of blood from tiny spots. This is called the Auspitz sign.
• Psoriatic plaques usually show bilateral symmetry. They occur on both sides of the body in the same places.
• The lesions are 1 centimeter to several centimeters in size.
• The plaques are usually oval in shape; but can also be irregular sometimes.
• The smaller lesions of the skin often merge with each other to form large lesions.

Temovate ointment for psoriasis:

Temovate ointment is a very good medicine for the treatment of psoriasis. The main ingredient of this topical agent is clobetasol propionate. This is a corticosteroid formulation that helps in relieving the inflammatory and pruritic signs of psoriasis.

How to use Temovate ointment?

Patients should apply Temovate ointment on the skin lesions, 2 times in a day. Patients should not use Temovate for longer than 2 weeks continuously. Patients are advised to consult a dermatologist if they want to seek more clarification regarding the manner in which this ointment should be used.

It has been estimated that about 1 or 2% of people suffer from psoriasis worldwide. Approximately 30% of patients with plaque psoriasis also suffer from psoriatic arthritis, which is a condition characterized by inflammation in the joints. Use of Temovate exactly as recommended can give very good relief to patients from the annoying and disfiguring symptoms of psoriasis.

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You need to awaken yourself! Provigil will help you!!

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Maria09

Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder occurring due to certain abnormalities associated with the central nervous system. Excessive sleepiness during the daytime is the hallmark sign of this disorder.

Provigil1 You need to awaken yourself! Provigil will help you!!

Buy Provigil for Narcolepsy disorder

What causes narcolepsy?

  • Narcolepsy occurs because of the abnormal functions and structure of some nerve cells in the brain that are called hypocretin neurons. These nerve cells are responsible for the synthesis of certain neurotransmitter substances, called hypocretins. Individuals, who suffer from narcolepsy, have a lower number of hypocretin neurons in the brain, leading to a decrease in the production of hypocretins, thus causing disturbed REM sleep with sleepiness during daytime.
  • Some theories suggest that narcolepsy is an autoimmune disorder. It occurs due to the autoimmune reaction that causes destruction of some nerve cells in the brain.
  • It has been observed that the incidence of narcolepsy is higher in people who have a family history of sleep disorders.
  • This condition affects people at young age and persists for several years.
  • The incidence of narcolepsy is equal in males and females.

Indications of narcolepsy:

  • Increased sleepiness: patients have a tendency to fall asleep during the daytime. They may fall asleep while reading a book, watching TV, attending meetings or even while driving.
  • Distorted hallucinations: Almost 50% of patients suffering from narcolepsy complain of hallucinations. It is described as a dreamlike sensation that occurs during the period of transition while waking up from deep sleep.
  • Difficulty in moving or walking
  • Loss of muscle tone
  • Lack of good sleep at night
  • Uncontrollable or involuntary movements without being aware of ones actions

Diagnosis of narcolepsy:

Narcolepsy is often misdiagnosed. It may also remain undiagnosed for several years. It is usually detected when patients present with daytime sleepiness as their main complaint. If patients present with other symptoms such as tiredness, lack of concentration or weakness; narcolepsy is not considered as a probable cause of the illness because these symptoms are more common in other illnesses like anemia and depression.

Diagnostic tools for the detection of narcolepsy:

  • Polysomnography
  • Epworth Sleepiness Scale
  • Cerebrospinal fluid hypocretin test
  • Multiple Sleep Latency Test

Management of narcolepsy:

Provigil is a very good drug for the management of narcolepsy. The active component of Provigil is Modafinil Online. It helps in improving the level of alertness in patients by reducing sleepiness during daytime.

Dosage of Provigil:

Patients should use Provigil 100mg in a once-in-a-day dosage of 200 milligrams to be taken in the morning. Patients should consult their doctor before starting treatment with this drug.

Side effects of Provigil:

The commonly occurring side effects of Provigil are palpitations, rigidity of the neck, loose motions, headache, a dry mouth, back pain, dyspepsia and nausea.

Patients suffering from narcolepsy are unable to concentrate on their daily activities, causing a negative impact on their personal and professional life. It is essential to manage this disorder with efficient drugs such as Provigil so as to prevent daytime sleepiness. Use of this drug helps patients to stay alert and awake during daytime.

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Clomid: a ray of hope for infertile couples!

Posted on September 29, 2012 by admin

Infertility is a condition in which a couple is unable to bear a child in spite of not using any birth control measure for at least 1 year. However, before starting any treatment for infertility, it is important to diagnose the cause of it. Infertility can occur in females as well as in males.

What are the causes of infertility in men?

Varicocele is a condition caused by an enlargement of the veins in the men’s testicles. Due to the enlargement, there is an increase in the temperature within the testicles, due to which the shape and the number of sperms produced in the testes are affected, causing infertility. Injuries or any damage to the reproductive system in men can block the sperms, also resulting in infertility. Men may suffer from infertility due to congenital problems that affect the sperm production. Some other causes of infertility in men are given below:

  • Cystic fibrosis
  • Heavy alcohol use
  • Smoking
  • History of mumps in childhood
  • Kidney diseases
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Use of some medicines
  • Drug abuse
  • Radiation treatment
  • Chemotherapy
  • Advancing age

 

What are the causes of infertility in women?

  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome
  • History of an ectopic pregnancy
  • Anovulatory menses
  • Pelvic inflammatory disease
  • Advancing age
  • Blocked fallopian tubes
  • Endometriosis
  • Physical problems with the uterus
  • Uterine fibroids
  • Athletic training
  • Sexually transmitted infections
  • Mental stress
  • Poor diet
  • Being overweight
  • Being underweight
  • Smoking
  • Excess alcohol use
  • Hormonal imbalance
  • Primary ovarian insufficiency

Why does advancing age affect a woman’s ability to convince?

  • The ovaries produce and release less eggs
  • The eggs produced by the ovaries are not very healthy
  • The incidence of health problems that can cause infertility increases with advancing age
  • The risk of miscarriage increases with advancing age
  • Older women are more likely to have anovulatory menses than women of a younger age.

The use of medicines like Clomid can be of great benefit for such women for achieving a pregnancy.

Treatment of infertility in women:

Women, who suffer from infertility due to the lack of ovulatory menses, can use Clomid as it helps in inducing ovulatory menses. The main ingredient of this medicine is clomiphene citrate. Clomid helps by increasing the synthesis of hormones responsible for the growth and the release of mature eggs.

Dose of Clomid:

Women should take Generic Clomid in a dose of 50 mg, once in a day, for 5 days. They should start taking it from the third till the seventh day of each menstrual period. The success rate of Clomid is as high as 75%. Women are advised to consult a physician before they start using this medicine.

About 10% of males and females in the reproductive age group suffer from infertility. Almost 6.1 million patients in the United States suffer from this condition. Purchase Clomid to conceive within 6 months of starting treatment.

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Oxycontin For Safe And Sure Relief From Chronic Pain

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Alan Byron

Pain is a very common sensation experienced by any patient. The sensation of pain serves as a warning for the patient. When patients feel pain, they know that something is wrong in the body. When patients suffer from pain that lasts for a short while, it is called acute pain and when they suffer from pain that lasts for a longer duration, it is called chronic pain.

Chronic pain

Chronic pain can persist over a very long period of time and can be resistant to the commonly used pain killers. However, some effective medicines such as Oxycontin can be helpful for reducing chronic pain in a safe manner.

Some common types of chronic pain are discussed below:

  • General somatic pain: somatic pain refers to the pain that is felt on the outer part of the body. Pain felt in the skin and the muscles is categorized as somatic pain. Somatic pain can occur due to Fibromyalgia or chronic back pain.
  • Visceral Pain: visceral pain refers to the pain that occurs from the internal organs. Some causes of visceral pain include gallbladder stones, kidney stones, hepatitis, acute or chronic pancreatitis and amebic abscess.
  • Bone Pains: disorders of the bones are the common causes of pain. The incidence of bone pains is higher in older individuals. Bone pain is also the commonest cause of chronic pain. Cancer of the bones, osteoporosis, osteomyelitis and arthritis are the common causes of chronic bone pains.
  • Muscle pains: muscles pains are often caused by injury to the muscles or due to muscle spasms. Sudden cramps in the muscles can cause acute muscle pains.
  • Neuropathy: pain arising from the nerves is called neuropathy. The pain that occurs due to the irritation along the length of the nerve and not at the nerve ending is called neuropathy. Sciatica, diabetic neuropathy and shingles are the common causes of neuropathy.

Treatment of chronic pain

Patients suffering from chronic pain are advised to not use just any pain killer because prolonged use of some pain killers can produce harmful effects on the stomach, resulting in peptic ulcers; or on the kidneys causing renal failure.

Oxycontin is a much safer medicine that patients can use for treating chronic pain. Oxycontin is a strong narcotic pain-reliever. Oxycontin helps in reducing the discomfort felt by patients by increasing their tolerance to the pain.

What is the dose of Oxycontin?

Patients should take Oxycontin in a dose of 5 – 30 mg, 4 – 6 times in a day. Though this dose is sufficient for most patients for getting rid of pain, it is advisable that they consult a physician to confirm the correct dose of Oxycontin needed for them.

Chronic pain can affect the normal life of a person to a great extent, due to the restriction of their routine activities caused by pain. Hence, they are advised to use powerful medicines like Oxycontin so that they can get rid of the pain and carry on with their normal activities.

 

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Let your heart beat with a healthy rhythm!

Posted on September 21, 2012 by symonds.karen60

Cardiac arrhythmia is a condition occurring due to the abnormal beating of the heart. There are several types of cardiac arrhythmias, atrial fibrillation being the most common type. Atrial fibrillation occurs due to the irregular generation of impulses in the atrium of the heart.

What is atrial fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation occurs due to the impulses arising in the atria, not only from the SA node but from multiple sources within the atria. Due to this, the atrial contractions become irregular, chaotic and disorganized. There is loss of coordination of the impulses arising in the atrium due to which the impulses transmitted to the ventricles are also irregular; leading to incomplete and disorganized contractions of the ventricles.

As a cumulative effect of this, the output of blood from the heart is severely affected leading to reduced blood supply to the various parts of the body.

Types of atrial fibrillation:

  • Intermittent: in this type, atrial fibrillation lasts for a few seconds to a few days. Later, the heart regains its normal rhythm spontaneously.
  • Persistent: in this type, atrial fibrillation takes place in infrequent episodes. However, the heart rhythm does not go back to normal spontaneously.
  • Permanent: in this type, atrial fibrillation becomes permanent. The patient can be treated with medications to reduce the heart rate.

What are the causes of atrial fibrillation?

  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Alcohol use
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • Pneumonia
  • Infection or degeneration of the cardiac valves
  • Advancing age
  • Left ventricular hypertrophy
  • Coronary heart disease
  • Atherosclerosis
  • High blood pressure
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Sick sinus syndrome
  • Pericarditis
  • Myocarditis
  • Excessive use of caffeine

What are the symptoms of atrial Fibrillation?

  • Palpitations
  • Irregular fluttering sensation in the chest
  • Lightheadedness
  • Fainting
  • Unusual tiredness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pain in the chest
  • Hypotension

Purchase Calan for the treatment of atrial fibrillation:
Calan is the most commonly prescribed medicine for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias like atrial fibrillation. The main ingredient of Calan is verapamil. It helps in treating this condition by blocking the entry of calcium in the muscle fibers of the coronary arteries. Use of Calan is also beneficial for the treatment of other cardiac disorders like angina and hypertension.

What is the recommended dose of Calan?
Patients should take Calan in a dose of 240 to 320 mg per day. This dose can be taken in 3 – 4 equally divided doses in a day. Though this dose is sufficient for most patients for controlling the abnormal rhythm of the heart, it is advisable to consult a cardiologist for checking the dose most suitable for them.

It is estimated that almost half a million patients are diagnosed with atrial fibrillation in the United States every year. Atrial fibrillation affects about 4% of people above the age of 60 years. Use of medicines like Calan helps in controlling the abnormal rhythm of the heart and prevents the complications arising as a result of atrial fibrillation.

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