Archive for January, 2010
Serotonin Syndrome Overview
I wrote an article about a drug interaction between SSRIs and Trazodone. Well, I received a lot of awesome feedback and lots of questions about, “How do I know if I have serotonin syndrome?” So, I gave some info on serotonin syndrome and symptoms… As always, we would love to hear from you! and we [...]
Avoid Using Depakote During Pregnancy
Good morning y’all! Did anyone else noticed that we have very little information on the use of medications during pregnancy? Hmmm, guess I should get the ball rolling in that department. Put together a little video on discouraging the use of valproate in women of childbearing age or during pregnancy. NOTE: Related drug names are Depakote, [...]
Treatment for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain
Long enough title for ya?! There are a couple of articles for background info about Diabetes Type 2 Overview and What is Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy? Which brings us to -How to treat diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain… Number 1 treatment: Blood glucose control! If the blood glucose levels are kept within range, neuropathy can be slowed [...]
OTC Weight Loss Products
As promised, I have put together a bit of an article on some of the different OTC weight loss products you can find at your local drugstore. The topic stemmed from a quick post I put up about Hoodia. When it comes to OTC weight loss products, we must take into consideration that more studies [...]
Vicks VapoRub on the Soles of the Feet to Treat Cough
Hey my peeps, Real quick before I go to bed… View this video to see how Vicks VapoRub can help treat your (or your child’s) persistent nighttime cough! And that’s that! Have you tried this before? Any experience with Vicks VapoRub to treat cough? Leave a comment below to fill us in! Also, be sure to check [...]
Need a Replacement for Your Blood Glucose Monitor?
For all of you using a blood glucose monitor to track your blood sugar levels, listen closely to this nifty way of getting a replacement monitor should your’s breakdown. Now, this info may not be relevant for your current machine, but it will come in handy for monitors to come in the future! When you get [...]
What is Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy?
We recently received an email about the article Diabetes Type 2 Overview. She asked, what is diabetic neuropathy? First off, what is neuropathy? It is a general term used to describe disorders of the nerves. Then, what is diabetic peripheral neuropathy? Diabetic neuropathy is due to high glucose in the blood that leads to nerve damage. The [...]
Sumavel DosePro -the New Drug for Migraines
Sumavel DosePro is a new drug that is coming out soon. It is a new dosage form of sumatriptan -which is the drug in Imitrex. Here is a quick, quick video comparing generic sumatriptan and the new Sumavel DosePro As always, we would love to hear from you so please leave a comment! Would you [...]
How to Get the Most Out of Your Coffee
To our dear readers: The material you’re about to read will help lead you to a life of productivity with the help of my best friend, coffee. I’m about to reveal exactly how you can reap the maximum benefit from the world’s favorite caffeinated beverage! Prepare to have your life changed forever. Just kidding [...]
Neti Pots -Helpful or Harmful?
A few years ago, the Neti Pot was on the Oprah Show. That day marks the official beginning of the “Neti Pot Craze!” From that day forth, pharmacists are asked daily about the “Oprah nose pot thingie”. Of course, the saline rinse/Neti Pot has been used for centuries but it takes Oprah to make it world [...]
