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Gabapentin: Indications, How to Take & Dosing (Short / Long-Acting)

Gabapentin is an FDA-approved anticonvulsant prescribed for partial seizures and post-herpetic neuralgia. Available as Neurontin, Gralise, or Horizant, it requires specific dosing schedules. Common side effects include dizziness or fatigue. Caution is advised regarding kidney health and interactions with opioids.

Medications

Imipramine (Tofranil): Uses, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Imipramine, a prescription tricyclic antidepressant, treats depression, panic disorder, and childhood enuresis by balancing serotonin and norepinephrine. Dosing protocols vary by patient age, and treatment requires medical monitoring to manage side effects like drowsiness, weight changes, or blood pressure drops.

Medications

Activated Charcoal: What It's Used For, How to Take & Dosing

Activated charcoal is used to absorb toxins in the gastrointestinal tract and is FDA-approved for treating poisoning. Some people also use activated charcoal for gas and bloating, though this is not FDA-approved. It can interfere with medication absorption.

Medications

Desloratadine: Uses, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Desloratadine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis and hives, including sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. Learn how desloratadine works, its recommended doses for each age group, possible side effects, and important safety considerations.

Medications

Trazodone: Indications, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Trazodone is an antidepressant used for depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. Learn how trazodone works, common side effects, who can take it, and when it may be used in people who have both depression and insomnia, along with important precautions and dosing guidance.

Birth Control

Birth Control While Breastfeeding: 7 Options

Birth control while breastfeeding includes safe options like the minipill, IUDs, condoms, the implant, and the birth control shot. Learn when each method can be started, which options avoid affecting milk supply, and why progestin-only methods are recommended.

Medications

Silver Sulfadiazine: Uses, How to Apply & Side Effects

Silver sulfadiazine is a prescription antimicrobial cream used to treat infected wounds, burns, pressure sores, and diabetic ulcers. Learn how it works, how to apply it safely, possible side effects, and who should avoid using it based on medical guidance.

Medications

Furosemide: Uses, How to Take, Dosing & Side Effects

Furosemide is a diuretic used to treat swelling caused by heart, liver, or kidney problems. Learn how furosemide works, common side effects, who can use it, and recommended doses in tablet and injectable forms, along with safety precautions during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Diseases and Conditions

Tinea Versicolor Treatment: Creams, Lotions & Oral Medications

Tinea versicolor treatment involves antifungal creams, lotions, or pills that stop fungal growth and restore normal skin color. Options include ketoconazole, clotrimazole, and fluconazole. Good hygiene and sun protection also help speed recovery and prevent recurrence.

Medications

Monurol: Uses, How to Take, Side Effects & Contraindications

Monurol is an antibiotic used to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria such as E. coli and Enterococcus faecalis. It contains fosfomycin tromethamine and is usually taken as a single oral dose on an empty stomach, providing relief within a few days.

Natural Treatments

How to Stop Binge Eating: Medications & Home Remedies

Learn how to stop binge eating with FDA-approved treatments like lisdexamfetamine (Vyvanse), plus antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and natural remedies such as chia seeds, turmeric, and psyllium husk. Find out which options can help reduce appetite and control binge episodes.

Medications

Quetiapine (Seroquel): Indications for Use, Dosing Instructions & Side Effects

Quetiapine (Seroquel) is an antipsychotic used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depressive disorder. Learn how quetiapine works, recommended dosages, common side effects, and important precautions for safe use under medical supervision.

Medications

Dramamine: Uses, How to Take It, Dosing & Side Effects

Dramamine is an antihistamine used to prevent and treat nausea, dizziness, and vomiting caused by motion sickness, vertigo, or surgery. Learn how to take Dramamine tablets, chewables, and liquid forms safely, recommended doses by age, and possible side effects like drowsiness.

Medications

Ketorolac: How It Works, What It's Used for, Dosage & Side Effects

Ketorolac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve moderate to severe pain from surgery, fractures, kidney stones, and dental procedures. Learn its forms, recommended dosages, side effects, and safety precautions for proper medical use.

Breast Cancer

Tamoxifen: Uses, Dosing & Side Effects

Tamoxifen is a medication used to treat estrogen-dependent breast cancer by blocking the effects of estrogen and preventing tumor growth. Learn how tamoxifen works, recommended dosage, possible side effects, and important precautions during treatment.