Author: Benedict Larcombe - Page 2

Benzodiazepines during pregnancy carry real risks for birth defects, miscarriage, and neonatal withdrawal. Learn what the latest research says about alprazolam, lorazepam, and safer alternatives for anxiety and insomnia.

Thyroid eye disease (TED) is a painful autoimmune condition linked to Graves’ disease. Learn the latest symptoms, treatments like Tepezza, and why early intervention saves vision and quality of life.

Meniere’s disease is caused by fluid buildup in the inner ear, leading to vertigo, hearing loss, and tinnitus. Learn how diet, medications, and new immune therapies can manage symptoms and slow progression.

Learn how to eat vitamin K foods safely on warfarin. Consistency-not restriction-is the key to stable INR levels. Discover which foods matter most and how to build a routine that works.

Generic drugs save billions but are vulnerable to shortages when too many manufacturers compete for low profits. This is why essential medicines disappear-and what’s being done to fix it.

Desmopressin injection helps control excessive urination and bleeding by mimicking a natural hormone. Used for diabetes insipidus, bedwetting, and bleeding disorders, it requires careful dosing and fluid restriction to avoid dangerous side effects like low sodium.

Rhabdomyolysis from statins is rare but life-threatening. Learn the symptoms, risk factors, and what to do if you experience muscle pain while taking cholesterol-lowering meds.

Learn how to prevent herpes simplex recurrences with proven antiviral therapy, trigger management, and early treatment. Reduce outbreaks, lower transmission risk, and take back control of your skin health.

Learn how to report counterfeit or tampered medications in the U.S. and Canada. Step-by-step guide for patients and professionals on using MedWatch, DEA tip lines, and other systems to protect public health.

Beta-blockers aren't all the same-each type has unique effects on the heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Learn how carvedilol, nebivolol, metoprolol, and propranolol differ, why drug choice matters, and what to watch for with side effects and interactions.