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Life on Ozempic: The Good, the Bad, and the Complicated

Posted on May 15, 2025

A few years ago, hardly anyone had heard of “Ozempic.” Today, it’s practically part of everyday conversation (who hasn’t gotten the jingle “Oh, Oh, Oh, Ozempic” stuck in their head a time or two?). Chances are, you or someone you know has used it or a drug like it. According to the most recent KFF ... Read More

FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: Migraine Drugs and High Blood Pressure, Circulation Problems

Posted on Apr 30, 2025

At the time of this publication, updates to the FDA’s Drug Safety Database appear to be stalled. This is one of the last updates we were able to collect. To learn more about the reasons behind the delay, see our article: Medication Safety Updates from the FDA Delayed] Welcome to the FDA Side Effects Update. This ... Read More

Kate Middleton Announces Cancer Remission: The Side Effects She May Have Faced with Chemotherapy

Posted on Jan 16, 2025

Cancer affects so many in the world. By 2020, an estimated 1.8 million people were living with it. Indeed, it’s difficult to meet anyone who has not, in one way or another, been impacted by the disease. Its reach seems to have no limits, and not even the Princess of Wales was safe from its wrath. On ... Read More

FDA SIDE EFFECTS UPDATE: Paxlovid And Breast Milk & More

Posted on Dec 19, 2024

Welcome to the FDA Side Effects Update. This series is designed to keep you informed about the latest safety advisories and newly documented side effects of your medications. In this edition, we take a closer look at Paxlovid, Repatha, Stelara, Vraylar, Zanaflex and Fludaribine. How to Read This Report This report is prepared using the ... Read More

Can I Take Ibuprofen with Prednisone?

Posted on Dec 17, 2024

Ibuprofen (brand names include Advil and Motrin)and prednisone (a corticosteroid) are common medications used to manage pain and inflammation. However, both have potential gastrointestinal side effects, which can be amplified if an individual taking the prescription drug prednisone decides to also take ibuprofen. Anyone considering taking an over-the-counter (OTC) anti-inflammatory alongside a corticosteroid such as prednisone should consult with a ... Read More

Inside the FDA Drug Development Process: The Limits of Clinical Trials in Preventing Side Effects

Posted on Dec 13, 2024

Each year, a select group of novel new drugs enter the U.S. market. In 2023, 55 new drugs were approved—adding to the more than 20,000 prescription drugs already in circulation. The process of evaluating and approving new drugs dates back to the 1960s, when the FDA began requiring evidence of a drug’s safety and efficacy based on data collected in multi-phase ... Read More

FDA Side Effect Update: NSAIDs and Life-Threatening Reactions

Posted on Dec 11, 2024

Welcome to the FDA Side Effects Update. This series is designed to keep you informed about the latest safety advisories and newly documented side effects of your NSAIDs medications. How to Read This Report This report is prepared using the most recent information posted in the SrLC database. It highlights recent safety labeling changes. It includes ... Read More

Can I Take Melatonin with Ambien?

Posted on Dec 5, 2024

When sold in supplement form, melatonin is often marketed as a common over-the-counter sleep aid. However, individuals taking prescription Ambien (zolpidem) should consult with a physician before taking melatonin, since the combination can result in an increased risk of side effects. Keep reading to learn why combining melatonin and Ambien may mask underlying issues. Melatonin and Ambien Interactions: Drowsiness ... Read More

FDA Side Effect Update: Ayvakit, Brilinta, Caduet, and More

Posted on Dec 4, 2024

Welcome to the FDA Side Effects Update. This series is designed to keep you informed about the latest safety advisories and newly documented side effects of your medications How to Read This Report This report is prepared using the most recent information posted in the SrLC database. It highlights recent safety labeling changes. It includes only ... Read More

Can I Take Tums with Metoprolol?

Posted on Nov 20, 2024

If you’re experiencing digestive discomfort after a spicy meal, Tums antacids might be your first line of defense. However, individuals taking beta-blockers like metoprolol (brand names include Lopressor and Toprol XL) might be worried about the potential for drug interactions. The encouraging news is that these medications are generally safe to take together when appropriate doses are used. Continue ... Read More

Can I Take Benadryl with Zoloft?

Posted on Nov 5, 2024

If you live with allergies, over-the-counter diphenhydramine (Benadryl) might be a staple in your medicine cabinet. However, anyone prescribed sertraline (Zoloft) should speak with a doctor before also taking Benadryl since there’s an increased when these drugs are combined. Continue reading to learn about the possible interactions between Benadryl and Zoloft. Benadryl and Zoloft Interactions: Sedation and CNS ... Read More

11 Meds that Can Mess with Your Voice

Posted on May 28, 2024

All medications can help, heal, or harm. There are nearly always side effects that are unintended when it comes to meds. From drugs prescribed by your doctor, to over-the-counter (OTC) medications, supplements, and vitamins, there are countless unintended effects to the meds you are taking. Some of those can meds even mess with your voice. ... Read More

Benefits and Side Effects of Doxy-PEP to Prevent STIs

Posted on Jan 16, 2024

K. Arnold, who asked that we only use his first initial to maintain his medical privacy, first heard about doxy-PEP, a medication that can help prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) if taken shortly after unprotected sex, from an Instagram ad. He has always taken good care of his health, and as a man who has ... Read More

Monitoring Crucial Side Effects of PrEP

Posted on Aug 23, 2023

Scott Frenzel had been treated at his local healthcare clinic in Nashville, Tennessee, for a sexually transmitted infection (STI) twice. Even though he is a prime candidate for pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), a drug that can help prevent contracting HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), none of the healthcare providers at the clinic told him about the drug. ... Read More

Going to See Taylor Swift? Here’s How to Handle Pain from Standing for Hours

Posted on Jun 20, 2023

Over the summer, I attended a three-day music festival near my home. Each day, I spent about eight or nine hours on my feet, mostly standing in one place in the crowd, facing the stage. Long before the shows ended, I started feeling intense pain in my feet, hips, and lower back. For my whole ... Read More

Sick of Motion Sickness? Prevention is Key

Posted on Jan 31, 2023

Last year, Ankit set sail on a cruise to Alaska. He boarded the boat full of excitement and spent the first afternoon and evening playing volleyball, gorging on dinner, and playing trivia at the bar. The next morning, however, he hardly made it out of the room. Traveling through the Pacific Ocean, the ship had ... Read More

Could It Be My Medications?

Posted on Jan 23, 2023

Modern medications can be miracles that save us or our loved ones. But they come with complexities. No medicine goes straight to its desired target and does just what you or your doctor want it to do. Almost all medicines have over a thousand actions, many of which we still do not know about or ... Read More

Tyrvaya … A Nasal Spray for Dry Eyes?

Posted on Dec 14, 2021

Tyrvaya: A Nasal Spray for Dry Eyes The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Tyrvaya, a new nasal spray designed to treat dry eye disease, in October 2021. A major benefit of the new drug is that it won’t require patients to apply drops directly to their eyes, which is very hard for some to ... Read More

6 Common Medications That Can Cause Erectile Dysfunction

Posted on Apr 29, 2021

What is Erectile Dysfunction? Erectile dysfunction. We’ve all heard of it. And Pfizer’s advertising campaign when it introduced its blockbuster erectile dysfunction drug Viagra (sildenafil) made it a household phrase. Up to 30 million men in the US have trouble getting or maintaining an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse, according to recent estimates. It can affect men ... Read More

How to Handle the Dizzying Side Effects of Some Drugs

Posted on Apr 30, 2018

Most of the time, our body’s balance system does its job so well that we don’t even realize it’s doing it. When something throws it off, however, it becomes clear just how important it is. And than side effect comes. “The balance system is responsible for helping maintain upright stance and determine our position in ... Read More