Nuvigil

Nuvigil is a prescription medication used to improve wakefulness in adults who are very sleepy due to one of the following diagnosed sleep disorders:

  • narcolepsy
  • obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Nuvigil is used with other medical treatments for this sleep disorder. Nuvigil does not take the place of using your CPAP machine or other treatments that your doctor has prescribed for this condition. It is important that you continue to use these treatments as prescribed by your doctor.
  • shift work disorder (SWD)

Nuvigil is in a class of medications...

Icatibant

Icatibant is a prescription medication used to treat attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE), an immune system disorder, in adults 18 years and older. Icatibant belongs to a group drugs called bradykinin B2 receptor antagonists. It works by blocking bradykinin, a substance which is believed to be responsible for the HAE symptoms of inflammation, swelling, and pain.

This medication comes as a pre-filled syringe to be injected under the skin in the abdominal area. Doses should be administered in intervals of at least 6 hours. No more than 3 doses should be taken in a 24 hour...

Eribulin

Eribulin is a prescription medication used to treat breast and soft tissue cancers. Eribulin belongs to a group of drugs called microtubule inhibitors, which stop the growth and spread of cancer cells.

This medication comes in an injectable form and is given into the vein (intravenously) by a healthcare provider on days 1 and 8 of a 21-day cycle.

Common side effects include weakness, tiredness, hair loss, and nausea.

HIV and Healthy Relationships

It's easy to pay attention to your physical health if you're in a healthy relationship. If you're in a bad relationship, your health can be affected – especially with a chronic illness like HIV.

Alcoholism After Bariatric Surgery

One weight loss surgical procedure in particular is suspected to increase a patient’s chances of developing alcoholism two years after surgery. Good support networks and healthcare practices may help lower risk.

Lung Cancer Study Questioned

What happens when researchers disagree? That's the nature of good research - disagreeing and challenging before coming to consensus. A recent lung cancer study is being debated.

Cocaine Vaccine's Future

Scientists have developed a cocaine vaccine that uses the common cold virus to engage the immune system and blocks the drug’s absorption. Early stages of testing show great promise.

Drug Drops AFib Stroke Risk

For most patients with a heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, a procedure that uses electrical currents can successfully restore a normal heart rhythm.

Treating Autism With Technology

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be a difficult issue to cope with. Problems with communication and social interaction can plague patients at all ranges of the spectrum.

There is a continual demand for new treatment options as the number of autism diagnoses grow.

This fact combined with the continual advancement of technology has led researchers to explore how technology could potentially help children with an ASD strengthen their social skills.

At the 2012...

The Dangers of Sunburns and Tanning Beds

The allure of bronze skin leads many young adults towards risky behaviors. With high rates of sun exposure and tanning bed use, people in this age group face grave risks as they age.

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