Medications

Now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned, it will be increasingly challenging for many Americans to obtain access to abortion pills. Here is what to know.

If we don't have enough monoamine oxidase to process tyramine in the body, it can result in high levels, which may create serious side effects.

If you or a loved one is battling depression and its symptoms, it is important to remember that you are never alone and there is help available.

Paxlovid is now available to treat COVID infections, but what should you know about it? Dr. Michael Blaivas spoke to Health Digest with the important details.

Although there's no FDA-approved treatment for BPD, research has looked into the effectiveness of mood stabilizers in reducing the severity of BPD symptoms.

Packed with antioxidants, green tea has been found to improve brain health, aid in weight loss, and protect against cancer and heart disease.

Love it or hate it, licorice can be a beneficial herbal supplement. But could your medication interact negatively with it?

Joshua Di Frances is excited about the future of healthcare. The LG Head of Incubation told Health Digest about their upcoming plans for technology in wellness.

Kale is one of the most nutritious foods to eat, according to experts. But did you know kale can actually interact with certain medications?

Milk thistle can come in handy for several health conditions. However, mixing the remedy with certain pharmaceutical drugs can be dangerous.

Delayed dispensing of opioid prescriptions may contribute to opioid misuse, according to a recent study. Here is what experts want you to know.

Despite CBD being federally legalized in December 2018, not much has been verified about the potential health benefits of CBD to date.

Aged cheese may pair up nicely with a glass of wine or some nuts, but a handful of cheeses could have a negative interaction with certain medications.

You may wonder if two different painkillers are better than one, but before mixing medications, it's important to understand if the two are safe together.

Tums tablets are a popular way to treat stomach upset. But can you take the remedy if you're drinking alcohol, or is there a hidden reason to avoid it?

As with many medications, there are potential interactions between beta-blockers and the foods that you eat. Here is what you need to know.

Medications can cure or ease certain health conditions, and help us feel better. But sometimes they come with serious side effects. Read on to learn more.

Millions of courses of Paxlovid have been ordered, but there are far fewer administrations. Here we explore potential reasons why.

You may have been prescribed antibiotics at some point in your life. But did you know it can impact your fitness routine? Here's what the science says.

Research indicates that people who drink coffee may be less likely to develop type 2 diabetes and dementia. However, there are some downsides.

While an EpiPen might seem like an uncomplicated device to administer, carefully reading up on how to properly inject one is essential.

EpiPens can be expensive, so it can be tempting to use them even after they have expired. But is it safe?

Gout medication colchicine could be helpful to people with heart failure. It might also reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack in high-risk individuals.

Every appropriately stocked household medicine cabinet will likely have a bottle of ibuprofen somewhere in it. Here are things you might not know about it.

The FDA takes safety very seriously. One way that they ensure drug safety is by requiring all drugs, including Valium, to have an expiration date.

If you frequently use pain relievers or antimigraine drugs for headaches, you may find that you develop what is known as "medication overuse headaches".

If you're fighting off an infection that has taken up an unwelcome residence in your body, is it the infection itself or the antibiotics making you so tired?