Beyond ADHD

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, can cause a variety of behavioral problems among children on its own. However, new research is showing a potential connection between ADHD and other issues as these children enter adolescence.

Mirapex ER

Mirapex ER is a prescription medication used to treat Parkinson's Disease. Mirapex ER belongs to a group of drugs called dopamine agonists which work by binding to dopamine receptors in the brain, helping to control movement.

Mirapex ER comes as an extended release tablet and is taken once a day, with or without food. Swallow extended release tablet whole. Do not chew, crush, or divide extended release tablets.

Common side effects include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how this medication affects you.

Telmisartan & Amlodipine

Telmisartan/amlodipine is a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure. It is a single tablet containin 2 medicines, telmisartan and amlodipine.

Telmisartan belongs to a group of drugs called angiotensin II receptor blockers or ARBs. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker. Both telmisartan and amlodipine work by relaxing the blood vessels which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

This medication comes in tablet form and is taken once daily, with or without food.

Common side effects of telmisartan/amlodipine include swelling, back pain, and...

Stents for Diabetes?

Narrowed blood vessels can be treated using stents - a sort of scaffolding that widens the vessels. There are different types of stents, each working slightly differently. So, which type works best in diabetes patients?

Depressed Vets at Risk for Early Death

Although veterans are at risk for developing post-traumatic stress syndrome, they also should be aware for other mental health conditions, such as a depression.

ADHD Treatment May Reduce Smoking Risk

Did you know that kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are more likely to start smoking? The question is whether seeking treatment early in life can decrease this risk.

Drug-Alcohol Combo is Dangerous

Substance abuse is risky no matter what. But, when combining drugs with alcohol, the risks for negative health outcomes increases considerably.

Pot Unsafe While Pregnant

Most people have known that smoking marijuana was not safe for pregnancy. Modern, high-potency marijuana poses additional dangers for fetal development.

Nevirapine

Nevirapine is a prescription medication used in combination with other medicines to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. Nevirapine is a type of anti-HIV medicine called a "non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor" (NNRTI). Nevirapine works by lowering the amount of HIV in your blood ("viral load").

This medication comes in tablet and extended-release tablet (Viramune XR) forms as well as a suspension. Nevirapine regular release tablets and suspension is taken once daily for 14 days, and if no rash develops you will take it twice daily thereafter. The...

Filling Prescriptions Before It’s Time

One of the more difficult forms of drug abuse to control among teens is prescription drug abuse. Prescription drugs, like stimulants prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, can be abused for recreational purposes. 

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