The Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Helping Millions

The Cholesterol-Lowering Drug Helping Millions

Atorvastatin, commonly known by the brand name Lipitor, is one of the most prescribed medications worldwide for managing high cholesterol. Belonging to the statin class of drugs, it helps reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke by lowering cholesterol levels in...
An Overview of Lupus and Lupus Nephritis

An Overview of Lupus and Lupus Nephritis

Lupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is an autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own tissues and organs. This chronic condition can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, heart, lungs,...
Lifesaving Treatments for Lupus, Hyponatremia and ADPKD

Lifesaving Treatments for Lupus, Hyponatremia and ADPKD

Prescription medications play a crucial role in managing various health conditions, providing relief and improving the quality of life for many patients. Two medications we will highlight are Benlysta (Belimumab) and Samsca (Tolvaptan), each with distinct therapeutic...
FDA Offers Advice on Safe Dosing Practices for Diabetes Medications

FDA Offers Advice on Safe Dosing Practices for Diabetes Medications

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning to both patients and healthcare providers regarding dosing errors associated with compounded versions, NOT the genuine manufactured product, of Novo Nordisk’s weight-loss and diabetes drugs,...
Are Current Surgical Fasting Guidelines Adequate for Diabetic Patients?

Are Current Surgical Fasting Guidelines Adequate for Diabetic Patients?

Recent research suggests that people with diabetes do not need to fast longer before surgery compared to those without diabetes. This study, led by a team of anesthesiologists, found no significant difference in gastric volumes between diabetic and non-diabetic...
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