“Doctor, what vitamin or supplements should I be taking at my age?” It’s a good question, and one I hear often. When you pick up a prescription medication you receive the long list of potential side effects and ingredients, along with proof that it worked and was safe before it was approved. On the other…

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), approximately 36.7 million people around the world are living with HIV. As of June 2016, new data suggests that 17 million people living with HIV are currently receiving medication to treat it. HIV medication, also known as antiretroviral treatment (ART), has made some key advancements in recent…

The lungs are often subject to harmful side effects from medications because of their large contact surface. While more than 300 medications are known to cause some sort of drug-induced lung disease, some are bigger players than others. What happens? The most common form of lung injury from medications is drug-induced interstitial lung disease. In…

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common behavioral disorder starting in childhood. It is a chronic condition that can include attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. Common ADHD treatments include Adderall (amphetamine salt combo), Vyvanse, and Concerta (methylphenidate er) – and we now have a new one to add to the list! Recently, the FDA approved Cotempla…

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If you have diabetes, you’re likely well aware of the issues that can come with blood sugar levels that are too high—or too low. Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) may sound similar, but they can have very different consequences. Using too much or too little insulin can affect your blood sugar…

In February, manufacturer Amgen announced that the FDA approved Parsabiv (etelcalcetide) for secondary hyperparathyroidism in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) on hemodialysis. Secondary Hyperparathyroidism is a condition that lowers calcium levels, causing your parathyroid glands to overproduce the parathyroid hormone. This can cause cardiovascular, neurological and immune system complications. Secondary hyperparathyroidism is especially seen in…

Heartburn, also known as acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a digestive disease in which stomach acid of bile irritates the food pipe lining. These days, many heartburn medications are conveniently available over-the-counter. However, some of these medications still require a prescription from your doctor. Common treatments include medications like Nexium (esomeprazole), Protonix…

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Although there are many ways your doctor can get your prescription to the pharmacy (phone in, fax, electronically, etc.), many doctors will still write out a paper prescription. If your doctor hands you a prescription, there are a few important things you should know and/or look for. 1. Is your name correct? Believe it or…