For patients who suffer from depression or anxiety, it’s hard to know which medication is best. It seems everyday a new “wonder drug” is introduced, often costing 10 or 20 times as much as older medications. Things become even more confusing when doctors prescribe medications “off label.” One example is Seroquel. Not approved to specifically treat depression or anxiety, of what kinds of dangers should one be aware?
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Brisdelle (Paroxetine) for Hot Flashes? Not a Great Idea
Hot flashes are no fun, and that’s putting it mildly. Hormone therapies can reduce hot flashes, but have serious dangers, including breast cancer. Does Brisdelle work?
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Eating is a common coping mechanism for stress, but studies have shown it does nothing to decrease stress levels and can lead to serious weight gain.
Read More »Benadryl and Other Common Medications are Linked to Dementia in Men and Women
Many people turn to over-the-counter medicines when they need relief from allergy and cold symptoms or have trouble falling asleep. That’s why you might be concerned about this study showing that one of the most common of those drugs—Benadryl could lead to serious health problems, including dementia.
Read More »Hurt Feelings? Take Two and Call Me in the Morning
Have you ever said someone “hurt my feelings” or “broke my heart”? Could physical pain and emotional pain be so similar that they could be helped with the same treatment? Studies suggest that they can.
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