Advil (ibuprofen) and aspirin are common medications used to relieve pain, fever, and swelling. While they share some similarities, their differences allow for a few unique uses. Read more
• Donepezil (Aricept, Adlarity) is a first-line treatment for dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. It can help those who have mild, moderate, or severe disease. • Aricept is a brand of donepezil that is taken orally. It comes in two forms: a traditional tablet and an orally disintegrating tablet (ODT). Donepezil is available as a transdermal patch called Adlarity. • Aricept has been on the market for nearly three decades. Adlarity is a novel alternative that might be better suitable for some people or their caregivers. Read more
Nearly 2 years after it began, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to rage on. As the number of cases continues to rise, it’s clear that the fight isn’t over yet. But during this time, many scientific and medical breakthroughs have been made to help combat this illness.Read more
To prevent pregnancy, estrogen and progestins work together to regulate monthly bleeding and result whether an individual conceives or not. Natural sex hormones, Read more...
Seasonal allergies are right around the start of September. They are a very common problem that tend to arise during the fall and spring season when there is a high concentration of pollen in the air. Read more.
Receiving vaccines are recommended, and should be prioritized by senior citizens, as we age our immune system weakens. Older adults are more likely to have chronic illnesses such as heart…
After having COVID-19, your immune system produces antibodies. Antibody tests can tell you if you've been infected with the virus. Read more.
It’s not an uncommon situation: your doctor gives you a prescription and you fill it. You remember your doctor told you the name of the drug you’d be getting, but when you get your medication, the name on the bottle says something else. Read more...
It’s the holidays! All around the world, people are preparing tocelebrate a number of important holidays, including New Year’s Eve. Alcohol is often a standard part of these celebrations, as… Read more...
So your doctor has identified your health problem and it’s one a prescription can help fix. Off you go to fill it and start taking as prescribed. After all, the… Read more...