Drugs & supplements

Uses

Hypertension, Angina

Side effects

Ankle swelling, Flushing, Dizziness

Precautions

Monitor BP, Use with caution in heart failure

Uses

Bacterial infections, Ear infections, Pneumonia

Side effects

Rash, Diarrhea, Allergic reactions

Precautions

Penicillin allergy, Complete full course

Uses

High cholesterol, Cardiovascular risk reduction

Side effects

Muscle pain, Liver enzyme changes, Headache

Precautions

Liver function tests, Avoid grapefruit, Inform doctor of muscle pain

Uses

Pain, Fever, Inflammation

Side effects

Stomach upset, Kidney issues, Increased BP

Precautions

Take with food, Avoid in kidney disease, Limit duration

Uses

Hypothyroidism, Thyroid hormone replacement

Side effects

Palpitations, Weight loss, Insomnia (if dose high)

Precautions

Take on empty stomach, Regular TSH monitoring

Uses

Type 2 diabetes, PCOS, Prediabetes management

Side effects

Nausea, Diarrhea, Vitamin B12 deficiency

Precautions

Kidney function check, Avoid alcohol, Monitor blood sugar

Uses

GERD, Peptic ulcer, H. pylori treatment

Side effects

Headache, Diarrhea, Vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term)

Precautions

Avoid long-term use without review

Uses

Pain, Fever

Side effects

Rare at standard doses, Liver toxicity at high doses

Precautions

Max 3-4 g/day, Avoid alcohol, Caution in liver disease

Uses

Asthma, COPD, Bronchospasm

Side effects

Tremor, Palpitations, Headache

Precautions

Correct inhaler technique, Avoid overuse

Uses

Atrial fibrillation, DVT, Pulmonary embolism

Side effects

Bleeding, Bruising

Precautions

Regular INR monitoring, Vitamin K consistency