Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2
Antiviral Medications: Treatment Options for Viral Infections
Antiviral medications treat viral infections like flu, COVID-19, hepatitis C, and HIV by blocking viral replication. Learn which drugs work best, when to take them, and why timing matters for effective treatment.
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Alcohol and Sleep Medications: The Hidden Danger of Combined Sedation
Mixing alcohol with sleep medications like Ambien or Lunesta can cause dangerous sedation, slow breathing, memory loss, and even death. Learn why even one drink is risky and what safer alternatives exist.
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Best Digital Tools for Patient Education: Apps and E-Learning Platforms in 2025
Discover the most effective digital tools for patient education in 2025, including apps like MyTherapy, MyChart, and Sora that help patients understand their conditions, manage treatments, and improve outcomes-without needing advanced tech skills.
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GABA Supplements and Sedatives: What You Need to Know About CNS Depression Risk
GABA supplements are unlikely to cause dangerous interactions with sedatives because they don't reach the brain in significant amounts. Learn what actually increases CNS depression risk and how to stay safe.
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Opioids: Understanding the Risks of Tolerance, Dependence, and Overdose
Opioids are powerful pain relievers, but they carry serious risks: tolerance builds quickly, dependence develops even with proper use, and overdose can happen at any time - especially after periods of abstinence. Learn how fentanyl, buprenorphine, and naloxone are reshaping the crisis.
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Urticaria: Understanding Hives, Common Triggers, and How Antihistamines Work
Urticaria, or hives, are itchy skin welts caused by histamine release. Learn common triggers, how antihistamines work, and what to do when they don't help. Effective treatments for acute and chronic cases.
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Autoimmune Overlap: Understanding PBC, PSC, and AIH Combined Features
Autoimmune overlap syndromes combine features of PBC, PSC, and AIH, requiring specialized diagnosis and dual treatment approaches. Learn how to spot the signs and why standard therapies often fall short.
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Naloxone Readiness Plan: How to Keep Patients Safe on Opioids
A naloxone readiness plan saves lives by ensuring quick access to overdose-reversing medication for anyone on opioids. Learn how to store, use, and distribute naloxone effectively.
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Restless Leg Syndrome: Why Dopaminergic Medications Are No Longer First-Line and What Works Better
Dopaminergic medications for restless leg syndrome are no longer first-line due to high risks of worsening symptoms and impulse control disorders. Learn why alpha-2-delta ligands like gabapentin enacarbil are now the recommended treatment and what lifestyle changes can help.
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QT Prolongation and Sudden Cardiac Death from Medications: Key Risk Factors You Need to Know
QT prolongation from medications can lead to sudden cardiac death. Learn the key risk factors-including drug combos, electrolyte imbalances, and heart disease-that make this silent threat deadly-and how to prevent it.
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