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What does a pharmacist do?
Pharmacists fill prescription medications and also provide information and advice. Read more here.
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What is statin-induced myopathy?
Although people generally tolerate statins well, some report myopathy as a side effect. Learn more about this group of muscle-related disorders.
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What are anticonvulsant (or antiseizure) medications?
Anticonvulsant medications are drugs prescribed to manage seizures. They are now more commonly referred to as antiseizure medications. Read on to find…
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What are some of the effects of overusing antibiotics?
Antibiotic overuse can damage an individual’s health, causing immediate complications such as side effects and drug interactions. It is also a public…
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Everything you need to know about salicylate sensitivity
Some medications, foods, and cosmetics contain salicylates. Salicylate sensitivity causes various symptoms, including hives. Learn more.
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Leukotriene modifiers for asthma: An overview
Leukotriene modifiers help treat asthma symptoms by altering the action of leukotrienes, molecules that play a role in airway inflammation and…
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Can amitriptyline help treat IBS?
Amitriptyline is an antidepressant medication doctors may sometimes prescribe for people with symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Learn more…
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Angiotensin II receptor blockers: What are they?
These medications can help treat high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, and diabetic nephropathy. Generally, people tolerate angiotensin II…
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Asthma medication and suicidal ideation
There is a link between certain asthma medication and suicidal ideation, as well as other mood changes, in both adults and children.
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Can gabapentin help treat alcohol withdrawal disorder?
Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant and pain-relieving medication that has several off-label uses, including the treatment of alcohol withdrawal syndrome…
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Peripheral neuropathy and COVID vaccine: What is the connection?
Rarely, the COVID vaccine may lead to neuropathy symptoms. Learn more about the connection here.
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What medications are available for pituitary tumors?
For some types of pituitary tumors, medication can shrink the tumor or reduce the eliminate symptoms. Learn more here.
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How do mouse studies relate to human health?
What are murine studies and why do scientists use them? Read on to learn more about these studies and their relevance to human health.
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How do different types of pain medicine work?
Different pain medications exist. They aim to target the source of pain — for example, local anesthetics target pain in a particular muscle. Learn…
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COVID-19 and HIV: What is the link?
People living with HIV should take precautions to prevent COVID-19. Learn more here.
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What are some medications for managing emphysema?
Doctors may prescribe medications to help manage emphysema. Medications can include bronchodilators, steroids, and antibiotics. Learn more here.
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What are some types of pain medication?
Some pain medications are available over the counter, while others require a prescription. Learn more here.
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Albuterol for COPD: What to know
Albuterol is a short-acting bronchodilator that doctors may prescribe to treat symptoms of COPD. It works by opening the narrowed airways, making…
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Types of medication for COPD
Some types of medications for COPD include bronchodilators, steroids, and combination medications. They can help reduce symptoms, flare-ups, or slow…
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What antibiotics are safe in people with renal failure?
Doctors may consider adjusting doses of certain antibiotics before prescribing them to people with renal failure. Learn more here.
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Doxepin for insomnia: What to know
Doxepin, a type of tricyclic antidepressant, can treat insomnia in some people. People should follow a doctor's advice regarding the dosage and how to…
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What is a pharmacy benefit manager and what do they do?
Pharmacy benefit managers affect how much medications cost. Learn more about what they are and how they work.
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Accutane and depression: What is the link?
Accutane is a prescription medication that treats severe acne. Some may experience depression when taking or stopping Accutane. Learn more here.
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How long is the primary Moderna vaccine series effective?
The Moderna vaccine is one of the vaccines that protect against COVID-19. Read how long it lasts, when it starts working, and more here.
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What to know about biohacking
Biohacking, human augmentation, and human enhancement are terms used to describe do-it-yourself biology. Types of biohacking include efforts to…
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Smoking cessation aids: What to know
There are various smoking cessation aids available over the counter and via prescription. These can help people quit smoking. Learn more here.
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What to know about aducanumab — the new medication for dementia
Aducanumab is a new medication for treating early dementia, or mild Alzheimer's disease. However, experts have concerns about its effectiveness. Learn…
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What are implantable cardioverter defibrillators?
An implantable cardioverter defibrillator monitors heart rhythm and provides an electric shock to correct irregular heart rhythm. We explore how it…
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What to know about drug interactions
Drugs can interact with other drugs, supplements, foods, and more. These can cause unwanted and potentially dangerous reactions. Learn more.
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What is the difference between in vivo and in vitro?
Medical articles for general audiences often reference 'in vivo' and 'in vitro' studies. What exactly do these terms mean? Learn more in this article.
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What to know about off-label drug use
Doctors may sometimes prescribe drugs for conditions or at dosages different than those that the FDA have approved. Learn more about off-label drug…
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Behind the Counter: Traditional DMARDs vs. biologics to treat rheumatoid arthritis
In this Behind the Counter feature, a rheumatologist compares two types of rheumatoid arthritis treatment: traditional disease-modifying antirheumatic…
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What to know about biologics for psoriatic arthritis
Various biologic medications can help reduce inflammation and relieve the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. Learn about how they work and possible side…
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What are the side effects and risks of Ritalin?
Ritalin (methylphenidate) is a stimulant medication for the treatment of ADHD and narcolepsy. Ritalin can cause side effects and has the potential for…
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What the forms of clindamycin are used for, and how to use them
Clindamycin is an antibiotic drug used in place of penicillin. It comes in oral, injectable, suppository, lotion, cream, and gel forms, depending on…
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How does Herceptin work for breast cancer?
Herceptin, or trastuzumab, is a medication that helps halt the growth of cancer cells and shrink tumors in various stages of breast cancer…
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What is a systematic review in research?
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are a reliable type of research. Medical experts base guidelines for the best medical treatments on them.
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What types of HIV medications are there?
There are many types of HIV medications, including antiretroviral drugs, which stop the virus from replicating. Learn more about the many HIV…
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Why do people use meldonium?
Meldonium is perhaps most well-known for its role in sports doping. This article will explore the story of its origin and its broad medical uses in…
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What is a randomized controlled trial?
A randomized controlled trial is one of the best ways of keeping the bias of the researchers out of the data and making sure that a study gives the…
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Pharma Industry / Biotech Industry

What does a pharmacist do?

What is statin-induced myopathy?

What are anticonvulsant (or antiseizure) medications?

What are some of the effects of overusing antibiotics?

Everything you need to know about salicylate sensitivity

Leukotriene modifiers for asthma: An overview

Can amitriptyline help treat IBS?

Angiotensin II receptor blockers: What are they?

Asthma medication and suicidal ideation

Can gabapentin help treat alcohol withdrawal disorder?

Peripheral neuropathy and COVID vaccine: What is the connection?

What medications are available for pituitary tumors?

How do mouse studies relate to human health?

How do different types of pain medicine work?

COVID-19 and HIV: What is the link?

What are some medications for managing emphysema?

What are some types of pain medication?

Albuterol for COPD: What to know

Types of medication for COPD

What antibiotics are safe in people with renal failure?

Doxepin for insomnia: What to know

What is a pharmacy benefit manager and what do they do?

Accutane and depression: What is the link?

How long is the primary Moderna vaccine series effective?

What to know about biohacking

Smoking cessation aids: What to know

What to know about aducanumab — the new medication for dementia

What are implantable cardioverter defibrillators?

What to know about drug interactions

What is the difference between in vivo and in vitro?

What to know about off-label drug use

Behind the Counter: Traditional DMARDs vs. biologics to treat rheumatoid arthritis

What to know about biologics for psoriatic arthritis

What are the side effects and risks of Ritalin?

What the forms of clindamycin are used for, and how to use them

How does Herceptin work for breast cancer?

What is a systematic review in research?

What types of HIV medications are there?

Why do people use meldonium?

What is a randomized controlled trial?