Author: Christian Longpré - Page 4

Cirrhosis is advanced liver scarring that can lead to liver failure. Learn how it develops, how it's diagnosed, why it's irreversible, and when a transplant becomes the only option. Early detection can save your liver.

IVIG therapy uses donated antibodies to calm autoimmune attacks. It works fast, is safe for pregnant women, and helps conditions like CIDP and ITP - but costs thousands and requires frequent infusions.

Learn when common medication side effects typically start based on drug class-from hours to months after taking them. Know what’s normal, what’s delayed, and when to act.

Hepatic encephalopathy causes confusion due to liver failure and ammonia buildup. Lactulose is the primary treatment, reducing symptoms by flushing out toxins. Prevention includes diet, avoiding triggers, and consistent medication. Learn how to manage and prevent episodes.

Yohimbe supplements can cause dangerous spikes in blood pressure, especially when mixed with common medications. Learn why even one dose can trigger a hypertensive crisis and what safer alternatives exist.

Hormone therapy combinations help manage menopause symptoms, but choosing the right generic option depends on your health history, delivery method, and timing. Learn how estrogen and progestogen work together, what's safest, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

MRSA infections come in two forms: community and hospital strains. They differ in how they spread, who they infect, and how they're treated. Understanding the difference is key to stopping this resistant bacteria.

Learn the critical difference between serious and non-serious adverse events in clinical trials-and when each must be reported. Avoid common mistakes, understand regulatory timelines, and protect patient safety with clear guidelines.

Real provider experiences with generic medications reveal that while most generics work just as well as brand-name drugs, caution is needed for certain high-risk medications. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and how to navigate substitution safely.

Buyers use generic drug competition to pressure manufacturers into lowering prices. With six or more generic versions, prices often drop over 90%. Medicare and other payers now use this dynamic to set benchmarks and negotiate better deals for patients.

Antispasmodics like dicyclomine and hyoscine can interact dangerously with common medications, increasing risks of confusion, constipation, and delirium - especially in older adults. Learn which drugs to avoid and what safer alternatives exist.

Learn how medication risks change during each trimester of pregnancy. Discover which drugs are safest when, how to avoid birth defects, and what to do if you took medicine before knowing you were pregnant.