What is Spironolactone? Spironolactone is a medication used to treat certain patients with hyperaldosteronism (the body produces too much aldosterone, a naturally occurring hormone); low potassium levels; heart failure; and in patients with edema (fluid retention) caused by various conditions, including liver, or kidney disease. It is also used alone or with other medications to […]
Doxycycline is a broad-spectrum bacteriostatic agent synthetically derived from naturally occurring tetracyclines produced by Streptomyces sp. bacteria. Doxycycline was invented and clinically developed in the early 1960s by Pfizer Inc., New York, NY, and marketed under the brand name Vibramycin. Vibramycin received FDA approval in 1967, becoming Pfizer’s first once-a-day broad-spectrum antibiotic. The additional indication for […]
The expiration date is the final day that the manufacturer guarantees the full potency and safety of a medication. Drug expiration dates exist on most medication labels, including prescription, over-the-counter (OTC), and dietary (herbal) supplements. According to the FDA, drug expiration dates reflect the time period during which the product is known to remain stable, which […]
What is Lumify eye drop? Lumify is an eye drop that can be used for eye redness relief caused by minor eye irritations. Lumify eye drops significantly reduce redness to help eyes appear whiter, brighter, and more radiant. Occasional eye redness sometimes referred to as “bloodshot”, is a common condition that can be caused by […]
What is Adderall? Adderall is a combination of Dextroamphetamine and amphetamine used as part of a treatment program to control symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD; more difficulty focusing, controlling actions, and remaining still or quiet than other people who are the same age). Adderall is used to treat ADHD in adults and children […]
What is Emuaid First Aid Ointment? Emuaid First Aid is a nonprescription first aid ointment that may help treat a variety of skin and nail conditions. It contains natural ingredients that may provide relief from itching and inflammation, which are common conditions affecting the skin. Emuaid First Aid is a homeopathic treatment, which means that […]
What is GSPAR 200 for? GSPAR 200 is a brand of sparfloxacin an antibiotic in a class of drugs called fluoroquinolones primarily used to treat or prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. It is used to treat infections of the nose, throat, urinary tract, lungs (pneumonia), skin, and soft tissues. A bacterial infection is a […]
What began with a handful of mysterious illnesses in a central China city has traveled the world. First detected on the last day of 2019, the novel coronavirus has killed hundreds of thousands with infections in the millions worldwide. It has triggered nationwide lockdowns, stock market upheaval, and dangerous conspiracy theories. What is Coronavirus? Coronavirus […]
Motivational interviewing is a technique in which you become a helper in the change process and express acceptance of your client. It is a way to interact with substance-using clients, not merely as an adjunct to other therapeutic approaches, and a style of counseling that can help resolve the ambivalence that prevents clients from realizing […]
Good nutrition is crucial for health, particularly in times when the immune system might need to fight back. Limited access to fresh foods may compromise opportunities to continue eating a healthy and varied diet. It can also potentially lead to increased consumption of highly processed foods, which tend to be high in fats, sugars, and […]
