Taurine is an organic osmolyte involved in cell volume regulation, and provides a substrate for the formation of bile salts. It plays a role in the modulation of intracellular free calcium concentration, and although it is one of the few amino acids not ...
The systemic use of procaine in the treatment of the elderly: a review - PubMed
This article is a review and evaluation of the world literature on the systemic use of procaine in the treatment of the aging process and the common chronic diseases of later life. Included are data from 285 articles and books, describing treatment in more than 100,000 patients in the past 25 years. …
Pathophysiology and Therapeutic Perspectives of Oxidative Stress and Neurodegenerative Diseases: A Narrative Review
Neurodegeneration is the term describing the death of neurons both in the central nervous system and periphery. When affecting the central nervous system, it is responsible for diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s ...
Xylitol Bladder Streptococcal Infections General Health
Xylitol and bladder infections, streptococcal infections, bladder infection, UTI's, bone health, use xylitol as a gargle to help avoid UTI's, bone health
The Rx Crisis: The Impact of Ongoing ADHD Medication Shortages
According to the National Community Pharmacists Association, 97% of independent pharmacy owners reported shortages of Adderall in early 2023. As these shortages continue, here's how you can best support your patients with ADHD.
This fact sheet provides basic information about flaxseed and flaxseed oil—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information.
flaxseed may help with blood sugar levels in some people with type 2 diabetes.
Don’t eat raw or unripe flaxseeds, which may contain potentially toxic compounds.
Flaxseed may be unsafe during pregnancy
could worsen constipation or, in rare cases, cause an intestinal blockage
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This fact sheet provides basic information about turmeric—common names, usefulness and safety, and resources for more information. Javanese turmeric (Curcuma xanthorrhiz) is a different plant and not discussed in this fact sheet.
Turmeric may be unsafe for use during pregnancy in amounts greater than those commonly found in food. Little is known about whether it’s safe to use turmeric in amounts greater than those commonly found in food while breastfeeding.
Maintaining adequate hydration levels is essential for your health, and insufficient water intakes or excessive water losses may lead to dehydration. This article reviews Pedialyte and Gatorade, highlighting their main differences and most common uses.
High amounts of unabsorbed carbs increase water and electrolytes’ flow into the intestine, potentially worsening the condition
Xylitol is a sweetener that is marketed as being natural and low-calorie, as well as possessing benefits for oral health. But do its dangers outweigh its potential benefits?
Indicators for assessing folate and vitamin B-12 status and for monitoring the efficacy of intervention strategies
Deficiencies of folate or of vitamin B-12 are widespread and constitute a major global burden of morbidity that affect all age groups. Detecting or confirming the presence of folate or vitamin B-12 deficiency and distinguishing one from the other depends, ...
Dose Equivalents for Antipsychotic Drugs: The DDD Method
Dose equivalents of antipsychotics are an important but difficult to define concept, because all methods have weaknesses and strongholds.We calculated dose equivalents based on defined daily doses (DDDs) presented by the World Health Organisation’s ...
Over 100 different dietary supplement formulas have received the USP Verified Mark, representing several different brands and retailers. Here are three different ways you can find a quality supplement.
Abilify MyCite (Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions, Warning
Abilify MyCite (Aripiprazole Tablets with Sensor) may treat, side effects, dosage, drug interactions, warnings, patient labeling, reviews, and related medications including drug comparison and health resources.
Rapid efficacy of aripiprazole in the treatment of catatonic depression/catatonia with consideration of the drug's unique receptor profile: a case report - PubMed
Catatonia is a widespread problem in psychiatric hospitals as approximately 10% of patients present with catatonic symptoms upon admission. Catatonia carries the risk of severe, even fatal complications. The first line treatment is usually electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or benzodiazepines, but ECT …