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Every year, nearly 100,000 adults aged 65 and older are admitted to the hospital for drug side effects. In a recent study, the majority of problems were caused by "blood thinners" (warfarin and other oral anti-thrombosis drugs) and diabetes drugs (insulin and oral diabetes medicines).
Pregnant women with high blood lead levels can have high blood pressure, spontaneous abortion, small babies, and brain damage in the infant. All pregnant women with even one risk factor for lead poisoning should have a blood lead level done. Pregnant women with lead levels at or above 5 micrograms/deciliter must have further assessment and treatment.
SGLT-2 inhibitors are effective in treating heart failure for patients with and without diabetes. Because of their benefits in reducing death and hospitalizations from heart failure, these medications are being used more often.
Misuse of denture creams containing zinc was the cause of zinc poisoning in some denture wearers. Problems with dental creams are uncommon; anyone with symptoms needs a complete evaluation to determine the cause.
Everyday life is full of chances to make mistakes with our medicines. When it comes to heart medicine, too many people cause heartache by taking the wrong medicine, leaving heart medicine where a child can reach it, skipping a check-up to monitor levels of heart medicine and its effects, or treating symptoms with herbal medicines and teas, without checking with your doctor.
Semaglutide (Wegovy®, Ozempic®, Rybelsus®) and liraglutide (Saxenda®) are members of the GLP-1 agonist class of drugs. These prescription medications help improve blood sugar control and are often prescribed to diabetic patients. In non-diabetic patients who are overweight or obese, certain GLP-1 agonists are also approved by the FDA to help with weight control.
Pill esophagitis occurs when capsules or tablets get stuck in the esophagus (food pipe) and cause tissue damage. Antibiotics, including doxycycline, and gelatin capsules are common causes of pill esophagitis. This condition is often painful, but typically resolves after discontinuation of the offending medication.
Milnacipran (Savella) is one of three medications the FDA has approved to treat fibromyalgia (FM). It raises the levels of serotonin and norepinephrine in the central nervous system. Milnacipran treats the widespread pain of FM as well as helping with FM’s depression, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. Side effects are usually mild, but milnacipran can interact with other medications that raise serotonin levels leading to a hazardous condition known as serotonin syndrome.
Raw carrot salad is a social media trend, with videos promising hormone balance, fewer acne breakouts, and improved digestion after salad consumption. Carrots contain fiber that may help regulate digestion, but there is no proven association between raw carrot consumption and hormone balance. Additionally, eating large amounts of carrots may result in unwanted side effects.
Doxycycline is a common broad-spectrum antibiotic prescribed for many kinds of infections. Therapeutic doses of doxycycline are generally safe, but doxycycline may cause severe reactions. It is important to understand what doxycycline is, be aware of precautions, and know what to do in instances of unintentional ingestion, overdose, or misuse.
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