this time, two drugs in the neuraminidase inhibitor class, oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza), reduce the severity and duration of the seasonal influenza if administered within 48 hours after symptoms begin. Clinical data is limited for utilization of these drugs with H5N1 viral infections but laboratory data indicates that if administered early, the avian influenza virus will be susceptible.

In addition, an injectable, long-acting (30 day) form of naltrexone (VIVITROL®) became available in 2006.1 These medications have been shown to help people with alcohol dependence reduce their drinking, avoid relapse to heavy drinking, and achieve and maintain abstinence.1 Acamprosate is thought to work by reducing symptoms that follow lengthy abstinence, such as anxiety and insomnia.

A. Under the current U.S. National Health and Human Services Plan little if any of the necessary medication would be coming to the San Juans. There are about 6 million courses of medication for the entire nation as of the end of 2005. To complicate matters further, resistance to that particular drug seems to be on the rise. In short, here in the islands we will likely be looking at taking care of our sick much like they did in 1918 (keeping the patient warm, hydrated, and cared for).

No. We will not ship narcotic, scheduled drugs or controlled substances (such as Valium, Vicodin , etc.).

There are five general classes of prescription medications available in the United States--fibric acid derivatives, statins (HMG-CoA reductace inhibitors), bile acid sequestrants, intestinal absorption inhibitors and nicotinic acid. These drugs may be taken alone or used in combination to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This is done under the discretion of your physician in conjunction will maintaining a healthy diet and exercise.

While we do have the majority of medications available in Canada, sometimes there are products that are not yet available in Canada.

Some dopamine antagonist medications reduce stuttering. Such medication include haloperidol (Haldol), risperidone (Risperdal), and olanzapine (Zyprexa). These medications generally reduce stuttering 33-50%. Some stutterers experience severe side effects on some medications; other stutterers experience few side effects. Other medications can increase stuttering, or even cause a person to start stuttering.

Science has made great advances in treating depression and anxiety. Research scientists have identified some brain abnormalities that help cause depression and anxiety. Up to 80% of people with some form of depression respond well to treatments that combine antidepressant medication and talking therapy. The same is true for some that suffer from anxiety disorders. The three classes of antidepressant medications are: Antidepressant medications change neurotransmitters and other brain systems.

prescribetoday.com offers a limited number of medications that can be dispensed without a medical examination, instead using an online consultation. A thorough review of your medical history from an online consultation is sufficient for the medications we offer. An online questionnaire of your medical history will let the doctor decide if a requested medication is right for you.

Due to licensing agreements in different countries of the world, sometimes drug manufacturers market the same drug under different names in different countries. These are different trade names for the same medication. For example, "Prilosec" is the trade name for omeprazole in some countries, while in Canada it is marketed under the name "Losec", even though they are both the same medication manufactured by Astra Zeneca.

No. We will not ship narcotic, scheduled drugs or controlled substances (such as Valium, Vicodin, etc.). Furthermore, due to a variety of reasons some US prescription drugs are not available for sale in Canada.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Colchicine, Oral Glucocorticosteriods and Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH). Probenecid and Allopurinol. It is important not to start or stop use of these medications during an attack.

Not all drugs available in the United States are available in Canada. We do not dispense drugs of abuse, narcotics, benzodiazepines, etc. We at the Drug Club promote the sale of maintenance drugs to treat diseases such as asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, etc.

Yes, ursodiol is given to prevent gallstones in high risk patients. Because it is expensive, we do not prescribe it for every patient.

No. We do not have all medications that are available in other parts of the world. However, we do have the majority of them.

Yes, drugstores are everywhere in Egypt and they offer many types of medications that can be bought without prescription. They are also cheap. You might consider taking a small first-aid kit, and any personal medications should be packed, as that would save you time trying to find equivalent Egyptian drugs.

It is important to treat the adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease) that generally accompanies AMN. Steroid drugs are used to replace the missing adrenal hormones, and must be taken for life. Other approaches to managing the condition include physical therapy, specific treatments to manage urinary problems, and counseling. There are no known current treatments that change the course of AMN. Lorenzo's oil has been tried in some patients, but results have been mixed.

There is no cure for the flu. Because flus are caused by viruses, antibiotic treatment (which works against bacteria) is ineffective. There are currently four medications (called "antivirals") for flus: symmetrel, flumadine, tamiflu, and relenza. Antivirals may be effective for reducing the severity and duration of the flu. They can also be used to try and prevent the flu if someone has come in contact with flu viruses.