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April 24, 2025/Orthopaedics

Are Topical Anti-Inflammatory Creams Worth the Rub?

These creams that you apply to your skin can actually help reduce localized pain, swelling and inflammation

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March 12, 2025/Mental Health

What You Need To Know About Lorazepam and the Dangers of Alcohol

This fast-acting anxiety medication should never be taken with alcohol, despite what you may see on The White Lotus

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Side Effects of Metformin: Watch Out for These Signs

Nausea, diarrhea and bloating may be common at first, but more serious signs like dizziness or muscle pain should be addressed immediately

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January 22, 2025/Children's Health

How To Avoid an ADHD Crash

A booster dose, healthy snack and some downtime may help ward off a medication rebound

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January 17, 2025/Primary Care

What Is a ‘Boxed Warning’ on Medications?

‘Black box warnings’ on medications outline potential risks and important instructions

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Managing Vasculitis: 6 Medications That May Work for You

Treatments have improved outcomes for a condition once viewed as fatal

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June 20, 2024/Infectious Disease

Why You Shouldn’t Take Ivermectin for COVID-19

The medication is ineffective and — in the case of animal ivermectin — potentially dangerous

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Can You Take an ADHD Medication Holiday?

There are times and cases when physician-supervised breaks may be beneficial

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April 22, 2024/Primary Care

Why You Should Avoid Alcohol on Antibiotics

Even a little alcohol can slow your recovery, so it’s best to wait until after you finish your antibiotics before imbibing

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March 19, 2024/Primary Care

What To Avoid When Taking a Blood Thinner

Bleeding is a risk and warrants taking care, but the reward of this lifesaving medication is great

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