Antidepressant medications are used to treat a variety of conditions, including depression and other mental/mood disorders. These medications can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts and provide other important benefits. However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take antidepressants for any condition may experience worsening depression, other...
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It's one of those dreaded symptoms of mid-life change for women - hot flashes. Often accompanied by flushed skin and sweats, it is a... Read more »
Okay so I can't pronounce the formal name of this over the counter supplement, nor do I totally understand the chemistry behind it, but it... Read more »
In the summer of 2005, I met several MS patients who were undergoing Solumedrol treatments. I was in the infusion clinic for a release as... Read more »
Taking the antipsychotic med Invega with Paxil doesn't affect Invega's blood levels, a new study suggests. The antidepressant Paxil sometimes... Read more »
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Hormone TherapyThe goal of hormone therapy is to prevent estrogen from stimulating breast cancer cells. It is recommended for women whose breast... Read more »
Brand Name: Strattera Generic Name: atomoxetine hydrochloride Usage: Strattera has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat... Read more »
Officials with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) say they are reviewing dozens of products for potential safety problems. Among the... Read more »
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Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are the first-line treatment for major depression.... Read more »