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Insect Stings and Bites of Summer

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More patients seek help with insect stings and bites when the weather is warmer. Can you distinguish between minor reactions and more serious problems?

The Effects of Coumadin & Sesame Oil Applied to the Skin

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Coumadin is a brand name for warfarin -- an anticoagulant medication normally prescribed to treat and prevent heart attacks, strokes and thrombosis (blot clots). Coumadin thins the blood by lowering the body's production of vitamin K, an essential vitamin for blood clotting. Coumadin can negatively

Benefits of Whey Protein Shakes

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Whey is a protein substrate that is derived from milk. It is used by many people for many different reasons. When used in shakes, it can also have many benefits.

Pros and Cons of Super Milk Thistle

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pills image by saied shahinkiya from Fotolia.comSuper Milk Thistle, manufactured by the Enzymatic Therapy company, is an herbal supplement designed to increase bladder function. This particular brand of milk thistle supplement is made of artichoke leaf, dandelion root extract, licorice...

Epsom Salt for Bruises

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Epsom salt or magnesium sulfate is a naturally occurring compound that was discovered in Epsom, England. Since its discovery, Epsom salt has been used for a variety of medicinal and non-medicinal purposes.

What Are the Dangers of Taking Soy Isoflavones?

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Soy isoflavones are commonly found in beans.Soy beans on green leaf image by Monika 3 Steps Ahead from Fotolia.comSoy isoflavones are phytochemicals that naturally occur in plants, most commonly in beans like chickpeas and soybeans. Once digested by humans, soy isoflavones mimic the...

How to Discontinue Seroquel

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Seroquel is an anti-psychotic medication that is used to treat bipolar disorder, as well as schizophrenia. It works by altering neurotransmitters, including serotonin and dopamine. It is considered safe for long-term use. The side effects of Seroquel are generally mild, but can vary from person to p

MSM Multi Vitamin for Skin & Nails

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Methylsulfonylmethane is a supplemental form of sulfur also known as MSM. It is present in all living cells and allows fluids to move through cell membranes and toxins to exit. MSM is beneficial to the skin, hair and nails because it helps to synthesize their main component of keratin.

Side Effects of Ambien

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Ambien is a prescription only sleep medication prescribed for short-term (usually 7 to 10 days) use. The drug manufacturer, Sanofi-Aventis, advises that Ambien (zolpidem tartrate) can potentially be habit-forming

Facts About Vitamins for Kids

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According to KidsHealth.org, as long as children eat a good variety of foods, their bodies will absorb all the different types of vitamins needed to be healthy. Although most children don't need to take supplements, vitamins are important because they provide energy for the body, create stronger mus

Benefits of Evening Primrose

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A natural remedy for pain relief, skin care and weight loss can be provided by a nutritional supplement known as Evening Primrose Oil (EPO). EPO is a great source of essential Omega-6 fatty acids and contains high properties of Vitamin E. Evening Primrose Oil can be ingested either by liquid or ca

How Much Sea Salt Should I Take a Day?

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Consume No More than 6 GramsWhile sea salt contains trace minerals and elements such as iodine and is additive-free, it still contains roughly the same amount of sodium as table salt. Consume no more than 6 grams of sea salt per day.You May Need NoneIf you eat a diet high in salty or...

March 2005

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The FDA has been under increased scrutiny mainly due to numerous drug safety issues and a decrease in the approval of novel therapies.

Sotret Side Effects

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Sotret contains the powerful antiacne medication isotretinoin. In addition to treating severe acne, patients may take Sotret to clear up bacterial infections of the follicles, rosacea or skin hardening and flaking diseases such as ichthyosis. While Sotret and other isotretinoin products have high ef

Apo Diclo Side Effects

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Commonly called NSAIDs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are medications that both relieve pain and alleviate inflammation. In Canada, doctors often prescribe the prescription NSAID Apo-Diclo or diclofenac in tablet, gel suppository or eye drop forms to treat a number of conditions. Despite its