Author: Caspian Fothergill - Page 2
Sleepwalking and night terrors are common parasomnias that can be managed safely with behavioral changes, sleep hygiene, and environmental safety. Learn what triggers them, how to prevent injuries, and when to seek help.
Learn how seniors can prevent dangerous duplicate medications after specialist visits by keeping a full medication list, using one pharmacy, and asking the right questions at every appointment.
Macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin and clarithromycin can prolong the QT interval, increasing the risk of dangerous heart arrhythmias. Learn who’s at risk, how to spot warning signs, and what alternatives exist.
Pulmonary hypertension is a serious condition that strains the right side of the heart. Learn the key symptoms, how right heart strain develops, and the latest treatments that are improving survival rates today.
Time-released melatonin doesn't fix jet lag-it can make it worse. Learn why immediate-release melatonin, taken at the right time with proper light exposure, is the only scientifically supported way to reset your body clock after long flights.
Autoimmune uveitis is a serious eye inflammation linked to autoimmune diseases. Steroid-sparing therapies like Humira and methotrexate help control inflammation without the dangerous side effects of long-term steroids.
Evening primrose oil may interact with antipsychotics and lower seizure threshold, but evidence is conflicting. Learn what the latest research says and how to stay safe.
Post-market studies on generic drugs track safety after FDA approval since these drugs aren't tested in large clinical trials. Learn how adverse events are monitored, why manufacturer differences matter, and what patients should watch for.
A perforated eardrum can heal on its own in weeks, but only if you protect it properly. Learn the timeline, what to avoid, and when to see a doctor for the best recovery.
Generic drug quality issues stem from manufacturing flaws at foreign plants, leading to recalls, impurities, and dangerous treatment failures. FDA inspections are inadequate, data integrity is poor, and high-risk drugs are especially vulnerable.