Avage

Treatment

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What is Avage

Aluminum sesquichlorohydrate

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Ethanol is a clear, colorless liquid that is quickly absorbed by the body when taken orally. It is commonly used as a disinfectant and preservative in some pharmaceuticals, and is the main ingredient in alcoholic beverages. Ethanol has the ability to kill bacteria, making it an effective antiseptic.

ARRID Extra Dry Antiperspirant Deodorant

is the brand name

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Avage Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

ARRID Extra Dry Antiperspirant Deodorant

Aluminum sesquichlorohydrate

1995

Effectiveness

How Avage Affects Patients

Alcohol can damage cells by drying them out and ruining their insides. This is how it kills bacteria and fungi. When injected near nerves, it can cause inflammation and nerve damage (neurolysis). Most of the alcohol that enters the body is broken down by the liver. It can also be used as a sedative in medicine, or to dissolve certain drugs. Alcohol also interacts with certain receptors in the brain to change their effects. The liver enzyme alcohol dehydrogenase breaks down ethanol in the body.

How Avage works in the body

Ethanol, or alcohol, affects how your brain cells communicate with each other. It can change the composition of their membranes and the substances that help them send and receive signals. Alcohol also binds to receptors responsible for sending and receiving signals from chemicals like acetylcholine, serotonin, and GABA. This is why alcohol has a sedative effect. It also disrupts the osmotic balance of cell membranes, which can help fight infection.

Warnings

There are 1 known major drug interactions with Avage.

Common Avage Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Roxadustat

Moderate

Aluminum sesquichlorohydrate can cause a decrease in the absorption of Roxadustat resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy.

Avage Toxicity & Overdose Risk

The lowest toxic dose in rats has been determined to be 5628mg/kg. Overdosing on this drug can lead to nausea, vomiting, confusion, and difficulty breathing, while long-term use can cause severe health problems such as liver and brain damage.

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Avage Reviews: What are patients saying about Avage?

Patient Review

3/19/2017

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been on this medication for over a year now, and it's done wonders for my A1C (which was previously over 10). In combination with other therapies, it's brought me down to a 6.4. I also have BPH, so I already had some trouble peeing; however, that has not been exacerbated by the Farxiga. All in all, I'm really happy with this drug!

Patient Review

7/4/2017

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I appreciate how easy this medication is to take, and it really helps me a lot.

Patient Review

10/30/2018

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Overall, this pill is great if you are willing to make some lifestyle changes. I noticed that staying away from sugar and artificial sweeteners really helped reduce any side effects I experienced.

Patient Review

6/24/2018

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Unfortunately, I had a lot of negative side effects from this medication. Some examples include headaches, yeast infections, flu-like symptoms, and a sore throat that led to temporary vocal cord damage.

Patient Review

10/30/2018

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I found that as long as I was careful about my diet and stayed away from sugary drinks, the side effects were very minimal. I also made sure to drink a lot of water and monitor my urine to make sure there were no infections. Within 3 months of being on the pill, my A1C went from 6.6 to 6.1. I have now been off the meds for _____ time period _____ and am maintaining my healthy habits.

Patient Review

3/19/2017

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I've been on this medication for over a year and it has really helped me. My A1C went from 10 to 6.4 in combination with other therapies. I have BPH, so trouble peeing anyway. No yeast (yet). Have discontinued glimepiride and Tresiba. Farxiga is a wonderful drug for me!

Patient Review

7/4/2017

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I appreciate how easy this medication is to take, and it has helped me a lot.

Patient Review

6/24/2018

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had some really unfortunate side effects from this medication. I would not recommend it to anyone.

4.7

Patient Review

10/20/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This medication has helped me to better manage my diabetes and cholesterol. In a span of just a few months, I've seen significant improvements in both areas. I would definitely recommend this to others; however, it's crucial that you remain hydrated, practice good hygiene habits, and cut back on sugar as much as possible.

4.7

Patient Review

10/20/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This medication has helped me to better manage my diabetes and cholesterol. I saw a significant drop in my A1C levels, as well as triglycerides. I would recommend this medication to others; however, it's important to maintain good hygiene habits and avoid sugary foods while taking it.

Patient Review

5/31/2021

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I believe this treatment is effective and has no negative side effects.

Patient Review

5/31/2021

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I believe this medication is effective and I have experienced no negative side effects.

3.7

Patient Review

3/3/2019

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Glyburide didn't work as well for me as other treatments have in the past. Additionally, I got a really bad yeast infection while taking this medication. I'm undecided about whether or not to continue using it.

3.7

Patient Review

3/3/2019

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I found that glyburide lowered my numbers, but I got a really bad yeast infection as a result. Not sure if it's worth continuing to take this medication.

3.3

Patient Review

7/21/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

My A1C results were not lowered by this treatment, and I also got a yeast infection.

3.3

Patient Review

7/21/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

didn't help my a1c levels, unfortunately. However, I did get a yeast infection from this treatment.

Patient Review

8/31/2022

Avage for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction

I experienced some side effects when my doctor first prescribed me this medication, but we were able to adjust the dosage and since then I've been doing great.

Patient Review

8/31/2022

Avage for heart failure with reduced ejection fraction

When I first started taking this medication, I experienced some uncomfortable side effects. However, after discussing it with my doctor and making a few adjustments, the issue resolved itself and I've been taking it without any problems for over a year now.

Patient Review

11/22/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

The side effects of this prescription medication were really bad. I felt like I was going to die. Big Pharma needs to do better than this.

Patient Review

11/22/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

The side effects of this medication were really bad. Worse than the diabetes itself! I don't understand why big pharmaceutical companies keep making medications that don't work and make people sick. This drug made me so ill I thought I was going to die. The best thing you can do is control your diet.

1.7

Patient Review

10/19/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I tried this and didn't see any difference in my blood sugar readings. If anything, they got worse. I also started experiencing new problems like back pain and leg pain. In my opinion, this is the worst drug I've ever tried.

1.7

Patient Review

5/10/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Please use caution when taking this medication. My husband experienced an internal bleed after taking it and doctors discovered he had liver problems. We were told by medical professionals that this drug is only good if the patient only has diabetes; however, if there are any other underlying issues, the medication will make them worse. my husband had to be life support for five days as a result of taking this medication and is now on insulin injections.

1.7

Patient Review

5/10/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

My husband ended up hospitalized after taking this medication. He had an internal bleed and doctors discovered he now has liver problems. If you have diabetes, be extremely careful before taking this medication as it can exacerbate underlying health issues.

1.7

Patient Review

10/19/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

In my experience, this drug was totally ineffective. If anything, it made things worse. My readings went up throughout the day instead of down, and I started having back and leg pain too. Definitely not worth it in my opinion.

1.3

Patient Review

8/22/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

At first, I was really pleased with how this medication caused my sugar levels to drop. However, after only three months of taking the drug, I began experiencing watery diarrhea that lasted for four months. This almost killed me and I saw several different doctors, including an oncologist, before anyone realized that I had a yeast infection. Once I stopped taking the Farxiga, my diarrhea went away.

1.3

Patient Review

8/22/2022

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I was pleased with the initial results of Farxiga; however, after only three months I developed a severe case of watery diarrhea that lasted for four agonizing months. After seeing multiple doctors and even an oncologist, I eventually realized that I had a yeast infection and stopped taking the medication. Thankfully, my diarrhea went away shortly thereafter.

Patient Review

12/4/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had terrible side effects while taking farxiga, including a nasty infection on my penis and inner thighs/groin area. The antibiotics I was prescribed didn't do much to help, and I ended up losing skin in the affected areas. If you're considering this drug, please read other people's experiences first.

Patient Review

12/4/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Terrible side effects using Farxiga. I developed an infection on my penis and inner thighs/groin area that required two weeks of antibiotics and resulted in the loss of skin. Please read other people's experiences before you take this drug. It was the worst medical experience I have ever had.

Patient Review

1/6/2019

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

This medication caused me immense pain when urinating and an overall urgency to use the restroom. Really unpleasant side effects that led me to discontinue use after only a few days.

Patient Review

12/4/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had a really terrible experience with this drug. I developed an infection on my penis that required two weeks of antibiotics and resulted in the loss of skin. Please be careful and read other people's experiences before taking this drug.

Patient Review

1/6/2019

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I cannot in good conscience recommend this medication to others. It caused me immense bladder pain and urinary urgency; I had to stop taking it after only a few days.

Patient Review

12/4/2020

Avage for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

I had terrible side effects from using Farxiga. I developed an infection on my penis and inner thighs/groin area that required two weeks of antibiotics and ended up causing me to lose skin in the affected areas. Please read other people's experiences before you take this drug.

Patient Q&A Section about avage

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

What is Avage cream used for?

"AVAGE (tazarotene) Cream can help reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and certain dark and light spots on your face when used as part of a comprehensive skincare plan that includes avoiding sun exposure."

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Is Tazorac over the counter?

"Although there is nothing over the counter that is as effective as Tazorac, there are still many over the counter products that can benefit your skin. Over-the-counter retinoids are a derivative of Vitamin A that can improve your skin in many ways, such as clearing pores, boosting collagen, and increasing cell turnover."

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Does tazarotene tighten skin?

"Tazarotene has not been proven to be effective in tightening skin, but may help to reduce the appearance of fine lines or dark/light spots on the face."

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How do I use Avage?

"This medication is usually applied once daily at bedtime. Apply a pea-sized amount of the medication to the affected areas on your face, using as directed by your doctor. You can use a moisturizing cream or lotion on your face before or after applying this medication."

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