1 doctor agreed: No: Diverticulosis is a process through which the colon makes pockets over time. It is a common condition and generally does not cause discomfort or fever. However, when one of these pockets becomes obstructed through stool or food by-products, the condition is called diverticulitis.
What is Cardene (nicardipine)? Nicardipine is a calcium channel blocker. Nicardipine relaxes (widens) your blood vessels, which makes it easier for the heart to pump and reduces its workload. Nicardipine is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). Nicardipine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
An Overview of the Uses for Benzonatate. Benzonatate (TessalonÂ®) is a prescription cough medication. Unlike many other cough medications, benzonatate is not a cough syrup. Instead, it comes in liquid-filled gel capsules. There are several ways to treat a cough. If the cough is productive (it produces phlegm or mucus), it may be best to use an expectorant such as guaifenesin, which will help thin the mucus.