Ranitidine Recall: Dr. Andrea M. Jones
FDA announces voluntary recall of certain ranitidine products for impurities Ranitidine is an over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medication, also known as the brand name Zantac®. This medication works to lower the amount of acid the stomach makes by...
SSRIs and Depression: Dr. Chelsea Slyker
SSRIs and Depression: How Do They Work? By: Dr. Chelsea Slyker, PharmD, MPH Depression is a mood disorder that can result in long-term feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in normal activities. To be clinically diagnosed with depression, symptoms must last for...
Hypothyroidism and You: Dr. Chelsea Slyker
Understanding Hypothyroidism By: Chelsea Slyker, PharmD, MPH Hypothyroidism is a common condition caused by an underactive thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located in the lower front of your neck and is crucial to a number of body functions including using...
New Tuberculosis Treatment: Dr. Chelsea Slyker
A New Tuberculosis Treatment By: Chelsea Slyker, PharmD, MPH Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by bacteria that affects millions annually across the globe. It usually attacks the lungs of those infected and can be fatal if not treated. While TB rates have...
