Norvasc: a medication for the heart
Norvasc (generic name: amlodipine) is a drug intended for the treatment of the following conditions: High blood pressure Stable and prolonged angina (but not angina pectoris) Vasospastic angina (also known as Prinzmetal angina), which is not caused by the narrowing of the arteries that carry blood to the heart but by their contraction. Amlodipine belongs […]
Introducing Rheunac – an easy way to get n-acetylcysteine (NAC)
Rheunac brings you a bundle of specific health benefits without the need for a prescription. It delivers 200 mg of n-acetyl cysteine (NAC) in an effervescent tablet that can be taken by anyone six years old and older. This article will explain how Rheunac works and the main therapeutic benefits. NAC has been studied extensively […]
Phyllotex® for male pattern baldness
Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia (AGA), is a common condition in men that manifests as hair loss and thinning. It is related to both genetics and hormones and typically shows up as a receding hairline or thinning on the crown. While there is no cure for male pattern baldness, some studies have […]
FDA has dropped a medication that was protecting immunocompromised people
The FDA announced on February 5 that it has dropped the Evusheld medication that it had authorized for the protection of immunocompromised people from the COVID-19 virus. If this decision affects you, it may be wise to consider adding the extra protection afforded by the NONS nasal blocker Enovid, which can kill 99% of any […]
Jakafi is a preferred treatment for myelofibrosis
Myelofibrosis is a type of bone marrow cancer that leads to the formation of fibrous tissue in the bone marrow and results in scarring, which impairs the normal production of blood cells. The exact cause of myelofibrosis is unknown, but it is believed to be caused by genetic mutations in the blood cells. Jakafi (ruxolitinib) […]
February is American Heart Month
Each month the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (part of the US Department of Health and Human Services) selects National Health Observances (NHOs) that highlight issues affecting health across the nation. One of the highlights in February is heart health. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) sponsors American Heart Month each […]
FDA approves a new type 2 diabetes drug that works in combination with Metformin
On January 20th, the FDA announced approval of a new sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor for treatment of type 2 diabetes in adults. The new drug is produced by Theracos, a privately held pharmaceutical research and development company located in Marlborough, Massachusetts. The drug will be marketed under the name Brenzavvy (generic name: bexagliflozin). The […]
Could Metformin Be One of the Anti-aging Drugs That Extends Life Expectancy?
It may sound too good to be true if you heard a claim that anti-aging drugs are about to come onto the shelves at your local pharmacy. However, there is a lot of advanced research going on to discover whether and how the life expectancy of you and me can be improved. Right now, the […]
Reolin – A winter wonder drug
Reolin is a wonder drug that can help you if you are afflicted with the common winter woes brought on by heavy accumulation of mucus resulting in respiratory tract disorders. The common cold, chesty coughs, seasonal allergy symptoms and asthma can make life uncomfortable and potentially lead to more serious conditions like bronchitis and pneumonia. […]
What menopause can do to your heart
It is part of “folk lore” that as men grow older, they become much more susceptible to heart problems. There is little doubt that people believe that men are more likely to develop serious heart disease as they age. In fact, a study conducted by the Harvard Medical School showed that the risks of having […]
