Prescriptions & Pharmacy

Big Herbal is Big Pharma's similarly-guilty sister. Here's how and why Big Herbal should rein in its practices.

Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in Tylenol. It is also an active ingredient in many other over-the-counter and prescription medications. Understanding how to take it can prevent you from accidentally taking too much, which in some cases can be fatal.

The rising costs of prescription drugs has been controversial and led to two Senate Hearings of this year that called major pharmaceutical executives and pharmacy benefit managers to explain the reason for these rising prescription drug prices.

Five percent of the currently existing drugs can cause hair loss in one way or another. This type of hair loss usually involves scalp hair only. Anticancer drugs, blood thinners, oral contraceptives, and drugs for gout are common culprits, but there are many others on the list.

Have you ever taken medication prescribed by your physician, but it doesn't seem to work? If so, you might be taken the medicine the wrong way. There is more to taking medicine than just swallowing a pill.

Some antibiotics, such as tetracyclines, can react with calcium present in milk and other dairy products to form insoluble complexes that are poorly absorbed and have reduced antibacterial effects. This article includes a list of medicines that interact with milk and how to avoid this.

Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, diarrhoea, weakness, and metallic taste in the mouth are some of the common side effects of metformin. Read on to learn more about other side effects and concerns.

This article investigates how drug metabolism is affected by alcohol in an active, weight-proportionate woman versus a sedentary, overweight man using current, scientific references.

There is so much information out there on whether or not to get the flu shot. What's a person to do? A walk through my search and what I found.

Salbutamol (also known as albuterol and Ventolin) is used in rescue inhalers for asthma. Research suggests that it might reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease.

In this article, I will discuss my experience with Accutane, including how to combat side effects and tips on Accutane-friendly makeup and products.

Have you been prescribed Desoxyn? Know the risks before taking this drug. Find out the dangers, risks, and side effects of using or abusing this prescription medication.

Oleanz is an antipsychotic medication manufactured by Sun Pharma, India. It is used for psychotic symptom control, and its main side effects are drowsiness and weight gain.

Beclomin cream is a skin preparation used for mixed fungal and bacterial skin infections with associated inflammation. This article describes its uses and side effects.

When you're dehydrated, oral rehydration solutions are much more effective for rehydration than water, soft drinks, or fruit juices.

It's important to keep your medications organized. Here are a few simple guidelines you should follow when organizing your medications.

Methylene blue is a dye used to stain biological tissues. It's also used as a medication. It has some major health benefits, but it can sometimes be dangerous.

BuSpar is a medication used to treat generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It is generally taken twice a day and comes in a dividose tablet form. It has several interactions, one of which is grapefruit. Here's what you need to know about this medication.

Acetaminophen (or paracetamol) relieves pain and reduces fever. Its method of action is only partially understood. The drug is toxic to the liver at high doses.

Candid cream is a prescription anti-fungal skin preparation that contains 1% Clotrimazole. It is used to treat athlete's foot, jock itch, and body ringworm.

Anatabloc, a dietary supplement with the ingredient Anatabine (RCP006) has been shown to reduce the body's immune response and inflammation. It may provide another means of pain relief.

Candida albicans is a yeast that lives in humans. It's usually harmless but sometimes multiplies dramatically. Nystatin can be a good medicine for the infection.

Zinc oxide relieves the discomfort of skin irritations and acts as a sunscreen. The chemical is generally safe, but concerns about its nanoparticle form exist.

Medications considered are aspirin, taxol, quinine, Vinca Alkaloides, digitalis and morphine.

Budesonide is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation. Formoterol is a bronchodilator. I've found that the medications are useful for controlling my asthma.

Candid-V1, -V3, and -V6 are anti-fungal vaginal preparations that come with a clotrimazole tablet and an applicator. It is used to treat vaginal candidiasis, also known as yeast infection.

Candid mouth paint is an anti-fungal oral medication manufactured by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals of India. The active ingredient of Candid mouth paint is clotrimazole, which is used to treat oral thrush.

Common foods and beverages can change the intended effects of a medication in the body. Read on to learn about these sometimes dangerous food and drug interactions.

Effexor withdrawal symptoms have only recently been recognized. Symptoms, advice and treatment for venlafaxine (Effexor) withdrawal.

Home INR management is an option for some patients on warfarin (Coumadin). It is reliable for most patients but not all. Learn about the benefits of home INR testing and a list of machine suppliers.

Sporidex is an antibiotic commonly used for urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, middle ear infections, sinus infections, and skin infections. Generally, it causes few side effects.

As someone who takes thyroid medication, I wrote this article to share my experience and to provide information for others who might have thyroid conditions.

Learn a pill-carrying life hack with these four products designed to make organizing and traveling with pills easier.

Learn how to use Candid B cream to treat ringworm, jock itch, yeast infections, and other fungal infections of the skin. Find out about precautions and side effects as well.

Peritol is a brand name for Cyproheptadine. It is used as an appetite stimulant. The main side effects are drowsiness and sedation.

Bismuth subsalicylate can be a helpful treatment for stomach upset, heartburn, and diarrhea and might help to treat peptic ulcers. It may produce side effects.

Before you get a tetanus vaccination, find out what it is, who should be vaccinated, what is in a tetanus shot, the side effects, and whether you can prevent tetanus without getting vaccinated.

Lexapro, a common antidepressant and anti-anxiety treatment, can be riddled with hidden physiological complications and side effects.

Madagascar periwinkles contain vinblastine and vincristine, chemicals used in cancer chemotherapy. Velvet beans contain L-dopa, which is used to treat Parkinson's disease.

Corticosteroids reduce inflammation. They also suppress the immune system in autoimmune diseases and organ transplants. They may sometimes have side effects.

Taking Mirapex for restless leg syndrome (RLS) can result in a destructive compulsion to gamble. This is the story of a loved one who unfortunately developed this addiction.

Quinine is produced by the cinchona tree. It can be helpful for treating malaria but may produce side effects. Treating leg cramps with quinine is risky.

Have you ever wondered if the color of a throat lozenge matters? The flavor? It does. Different ingredients also means different amounts of medications.

Oxycontin, Percocet, and Vicodin are common prescription medications. This article describes what they are and how they can be safely used as well as my professional advice as a pharmacist.

Are you on a blood thinner like Coumadin (warfarin)? If so, you should be mindful of what foods you eat, as certain foods may interact with your medication. In particular, you should strive for a consistent daily vitamin K intake when you're on Coumadin.

If you are trying to taper off Zoloft, or if you quit cold turkey and are experiencing side effects or withdrawal symptoms, you are not alone. Getting off Zoloft is not always easy.

It's important to periodically count the pills you get at the pharmacy! Doing your own quality check ensures that you're getting what you paid for and that you won't run out of medicine early.

There are three classes of blood thinner medications that treat clots: anticoagulants, thrombolytics, and antiplatelets. Learn about the differences between these medications and tips for using them.