Medication

What Happens if I Stop Taking My Antidepressants?

Stopping antidepressants can cause side effects such as dizziness, anxiety, nausea, and shock-like sensations, and may even lead to a relapsed depression. These effects are more pronounced in people who had been taking SSRI antidepressants than other types.

Dvora Kluwgant, MD12 Jul 2022

Research

What is the FDA Drug Approval Process?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) reviews data from drug companies to ensure they are safe and effective before the company can sell them. The process involves a preclinical phase, clinical trials, New Drug Application (NDA) review, and post-marketing surveillance.

Alexis Bryan23 Aug 2022

Insights

8 Food and Drug Interactions to Avoid

When you start taking a new medication, you should review any potential food and drug interactions with your provider. Alcohol, dairy products, grapefruit juice, and leafy greens can alter the effectiveness of medications or cause unwanted side effects.

Alexis Bryan12 Dec 2022

COVID-19

How Do COVID-19 Antiviral Drugs Work?

COVID-19 antiviral drugs work by slowing or halting the virus’s replication process. This stops the spread of the virus throughout your body, reduces disease severity, and allows your body to focus on recovering.

Alexis Bryan23 Aug 2022

Sexual Health

What Are the Best Antibiotics for UTIs?

The best antibiotics for treating a UTI depend on the type of UTI and the severity of the symptoms. Nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim, and cephalexin are common antibiotics prescribed to treat UTIs.

Talor Bianchini23 Aug 2022

Prescriptions

What Is a Black Box Warning?

Black box warnings are labels on certain medications that carry severe side effects or warnings, such as injury or death. The labels intend to draw attention to the warning by displaying a black border with bolded font communicating essential instructions for safe drug use. Black box warnings can be found on the medication’s insert.

Ashley Brooks23 Aug 2022

Mental Health

Can Virtual Psychiatrists Prescribe Medication?

Virtual psychiatrists can prescribe medications to patients. However, if you are getting care from a clinical psychologist or a psychiatrist who is not licensed in your state, you will not receive a prescription from this provider.

Ashley Brooks12 Dec 2022

Wellness

What's the Best Medicine for a Headache?

Simple pain relievers are the best medicine for minor headache relief. These medicines include acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen.

Alexis Bryan23 Aug 2022

Mental Health

How Much Does Zoloft Cost Without Insurance in 2023?

Without insurance, Zoloft can cost over $500 depending on where you obtain the prescription. Opting for the generic version or subscribing to a prescription service can help save you hundreds on your Zoloft prescription.

Ashley Brooks8 Jul 2023

Prescriptions

How Much Does Adderall Cost Without Insurance in 2023?

On average, it costs $284.54 for thirty tablets of 20mg name brand Adderall. This price can be affected by the dosage strength, taking a generic brand, and if the medication is immediate or extended-release.

Talor Bianchini8 Jul 2023

Prescriptions

How Much Does Acetaminophen Cost in 2023?

On average, we found that extra strength acetaminophen caplets cost $6.26 per pack, but the price can be affected by the strength, brand, and type of capsule.

Talor Bianchini8 Jul 2023

Prescriptions

How Much Does Ibuprofen Cost in 2023?

The average retail price for 30 tablets of 800 milligrams (mg) generic ibuprofen is $13.39, but a bottle of ibuprofen can cost anywhere from $2 to $31 depending on the type of pill, the brand, dosage, quantity, and where you buy it. Higher doses of ibuprofen are often prescribed by doctors and cannot be purchased over the counter.

Alexis Bryan8 Jul 2023

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