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Future Mothers: What the Valproate-Autism Link Means

Tags: ASD, autism, autism spectrum disorders, drugs, epilepsy, medications

Expectant mothers who take the epilepsy drug valproate may face an unexpected side effect: an increased risk of autism for their babies. Two experts weigh in on a new study.

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FDA Issues Warning for Popular Antibiotic

Tags: abnormal heart beat, heart, heart disease, heart health, medications, news, prevention

The popular antibiotic azithromycin prescribed for respiratory, ear and skin infections could stop a normally beating heart in patients with a prolonged QT interval.

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Your Heart and the Big 4 Med Types to Avoid

Tags: abnormal heart beat, heart, heart and vascular institute, heart disease, heart health, medications, news, prevention

All medications and supplements, no matter how seemingly harmless, should be discussed with your cardiologists first. Learn which medications to be wary of.

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Anemia Drug Not Effective For Heart Failure

Tags: anemia, heart, heart and vascular institute, heart disease, heart failure, heart health, medications, news, research

It’s time to find new treatment options for anemic heart failure patients because the commonly prescribed drug darbepoetin alfa isn’t working. Cleveland Clinic’s Dr. James Young, explains.

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Study: Heart Issues with Herceptin® for Breast Cancer

Tags: breast cancer, cancer, chemotherapy, heart, heart and vascular institute, heart disease, heart failure, heart health, medications, news, prevention, research

Doctors recommend monitoring usage of Herceptin® and chemotherapy drugs for breast cancer if you are 67 or older.

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Breast Cancer Survivor Treated for Heart Issue

Tags: breast cancer, cancer, cardio-oncology, diagnostic test, heart and vascular institute, heart disease, heart health, medications, patient story, prevention

Cleveland Clinic Cardio-Oncology Center helps breast cancer survivor beat heart condition, too.

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Guide for Parents: Avoid Medication Mistakes

Tags: child safety, infographic, medications, overdose, pain medication, prescription drug, prescriptions

Are you giving your child the right amount of medicine at the right time for a fever, headache or cold? The consequences can be serious. Reference our easy-to-read guide to help your child feel better, fast.

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5 Drug Facts That Might Save Your Life (Slideshow)

Tags: acetaminophen, drugs, medications, myths, Prescription Drugs, statins

When it comes to medications, facts matter. Get a dose of truth about statins, prescription painkillers and more.

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Weight-Loss Medications: Are They Right for You?

Tags: medications, obesity, overweight, weight loss, weight-loss medications

Patients often ask: Are there medications for weight loss? The answer is yes, but these medications are not for everyone.

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The Top 5 Beating Edge Stories of 2012

Tags: cooking oils, heart and vascular institute, heart attack, heart health, medications, news, Porter Lyons, vitamins

The Beating Edge covered hundreds of stories in 2012 from patient stories to new advances in treatments. Find out which stories were the most popular in 2012.