initiative. n. 1. the first step or action of a matter; commencing move: he took the initiative; a peace initiative. 2. the right or power to begin or initiate something: he has the initiative. 3. the ability or attitude required to begin or initiate something. 4. (Government, Politics & Diplomacy) government. a. the right or power to introduce legislation, etc, in a legislative body.
If impetigo is confirmed, it can usually be effectively treated with antibiotics, which may be prescribed in the form of a cream (topical antibiotics) or as tablets (oral antibiotics). If the infection is being caused by an underlying skin condition, such as eczema, this may also need to be treated.
Certain psychiatric medications can help control the obsessions and compulsions of OCD. Most commonly, antidepressants are tried first. Antidepressants that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat OCD include: 1  Clomipramine (Anafranil).2  Fluvoxamine (Luvox CR). 3  Fluoxetine (Prozac).4  Paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva).ost commonly, antidepressants are tried first. Antidepressants that have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat OCD include: 1  Clomipramine (Anafranil). 2  Fluvoxamine (Luvox CR).