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April 11, 2025/Mental Health

Can Antidepressants Lead To Weight Loss?

Some medications may result in a few lost pounds, but weight gain is far more common

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March 31, 2025/Mental Health

How Are NDRI and SSRI Antidepressants Different?

The medications target different chemicals in your brain to improve mood

Ozempic face, before and after, with wrinkles, sunken eyes, thinner lips and sagging skin
March 5, 2025/Weight Loss

‘Ozempic Face’: What It Is and How To Avoid It

Rapid weight loss can change the way your face looks, bringing wrinkles, sagging skin and a gaunt appearance

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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 13, 2025/Primary Care

What Is a Generic Medication?

These similar versions of brand-name drugs are safe, effective and often less expensive

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December 4, 2024/Primary Care

How Do Medicines Get Their Names?

Drugmakers put a lot of effort and resources into finding the right name for generic and brand medications

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November 19, 2024/Primary Care

What’s the Nocebo Effect? Examples and Effects on Your Health

The nocebo effect is a phenomenon where expectations of negative outcomes may influence the results

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October 14, 2024/Digestive

Is Acetaminophen Safe To Take When You’re Drinking?

The answer depends on both dosage and drinking habits

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September 10, 2024/Brain & Nervous System

Can Marijuana Help Your Anxiety and Depression or Make It Worse?

Because of a lack of research and possible side effects, cannabis isn’t recommended to treat mental health disorders

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July 10, 2024/Weight Loss

Ozempic for Weight Loss: Who Should Try It and Will It Work?

This diabetes medication can treat obesity, but it’s not for people who just want to drop a few pounds

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