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Atorvastatin Why is atorvastatin is used? Hypercholesterolaemia is a risk factor for the development of the atherosclerotic disease. Hypercholesterolaemia is defined as an elevated amount of cholesterol in the blood. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is naturally found in the wall of cells. It is used by the body to produce certain hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids that help to digest fat. If the amount of cholesterol in the blood is excessive, cholesterol can build up in arteries, which can lead to coronary heart disease and many serious conditions. Atorvastatin lowers plasma low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels by inhibition of HMG-CoA reductase. It thus lowers "bad" cholesterol (LDL) and triglycerides, raising the level of "good" cholesterol (HDL). In addition to eating a proper diet (such as a low-cholesterol/low-fat diet), other lifestyle changes that may help this medication work better include exercising, losing weight if over...

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COVID-19 VACCINE SPEED & EFFICACY Background:  The global effort to develop a vaccine for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has already produced 2 candidates, each requiring 2 doses, with reported efficacies exceeding 90% ( 1 ). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Emergency Use Authorization for both vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna). Their reported efficacies greatly exceed the 50% threshold the FDA cited in a June 2020 guidance document ( 2 ). Additional vaccine candidates at earlier stages of development hold the promise of single dosing, simpler storage requirements, and more rapid immunity after vaccination ( 3 ).

Serum Institute of India says signed deal for 11 mn doses; first covid vaccines could head to depots today In Pune, SII officials said the consignments would be flown to the nearest airport and then driven to the depots. Some 60 locations, including in Maharashtra and Gujarat, and Chennai, are mentioned in the consignee list, the SII officials said. The convoy of Covid vaccine transport vehicles arriving at Serum Institute of India escorted by police on Monday. The central government has signed a contract with Serum Institute of India (SII) for the supply of 11 million doses of Covishield, the Indian variant of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine against the novel coronavirus, the Pune-based firm said on Monday. Doses of the vaccine could start shipping as early as Monday night. “(SII) may start dispatching the vaccines very soon. It may happen either later tonight or early morning tomorrow,” The doses will be sent by multiple modes of transport, including by road and air, the source said. ...

 A COVID‑19 vaccine is a vaccine intended to provide acquired immunity against COVID-19. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, work to develop a vaccine against the coronavirus diseases SARS and MERS had established knowledge about the structure and function of coronaviruses, which accelerated development during early 2020 of varied technology platforms for a COVID‑19 vaccine. By mid-December 2020, 57 vaccine candidates were in clinical research, including 40 in Phase I–II trials and 17 in Phase II–III trials. In Phase III trials, several COVID-19 vaccines demonstrated efficacy as high as 95% in preventing symptomatic COVID-19 infections. National regulatory authorities have approved six vaccines for public use: two RNA vaccines (tozinameran from Pfizer–BioNTech and mRNA-1273 from Moderna), two conventional inactivated vaccines (BBIBP-CorV from Sinopharm and CoronaVac from Sinovac), and two viral vector vaccines (Gam-COVID-Vac from the Gamaleya Research Institute and AZD1222 from the Uni...

COMMON BRAND(S): Azithral GENERIC NAME(S): Azithromycin Uses Azithromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It is a macrolide-type antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness. How to use Azithromycin Tablet Macrolide Antibiotics Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking azithromycin and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily with or without food. You may take this medication with food if stomach upset occurs. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. For the best effect, take this antibiotic at evenly spaced times. To help you remember, take this medication at the same time(s) every day...

GENERIC NAME(S): Hydroxyzine Hcl. USE Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery. How to use Atarax Tablet Take this medication by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually three or four times daily. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. In children, the dosage may also be based on weight. Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than directed. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens. What Conditions does Atarax Tablet Treat? a...