Prednisone – what is it and what does it treat?
Prednisone is a corticosteroid (or “steroid” for short) and is used as an anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressant agent to treat many different diseases (see below). Your body naturally produces a steroid called cortisol; cortisol keeps your immune system from making...
Monoclonal Antibodies to Prevent Severe Disease from COVID
New medications and treatments for COVID-19 are popping up regularly. With new variants and the continued spread of the coronavirus, it remains extremely important to practice good hand hygiene, wear a mask, and get vaccinated to protect yourself and others. At this...
Corneal Abrasion: A Common Holiday Eye Injury
One of the most painful eye conditions also happens to be one of the most common, especially during the holiday season. From basting turkeys, to putting up Christmas lights, the holidays are full of activities we don’t regularly do, which can lead to some interesting...
Will gabapentin become a controlled substance in your state?
What is gabapentin? Gabapentin can be used to treat several conditions. It is the sixth most prescribed medication in the United States and is often prescribed for use off-label. Gabapentin belongs to the anticonvulsant class of drugs. Most commonly it is used for...
