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...
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...
A First-Line Glaucoma Medication
Glaucoma is a disease characterized by increased eye pressure. Just like many parts of our body, the eye requires a specific internal pressure to function properly. The eye is a closed system with structures that create and drain fluid. If too much fluid is produced,...
