The global population has a 1% schizophrenia disorder. Among these, a subgroup is described as paranoid schizophrenia. These are individuals with highly intense paranoia and delusions or even auditory hallucinations. Traditional treatments for schizophrenia have long consisted of antipsychotics. However, in recent times, the possibility of using a medication previously administered for bipolar disorders, namely […]
Most people are unaware of the fact that the FDA has labeled certain medications as they can affect individuals differently. Pharmacogenomics tests often known as PGx tests provide insights into your genetic makeup that help doctors tailor medications and reduce the trial-and-errors, especially in areas like mental health, where individual responses to drugs can vary […]
Panophobia, also known as omniphobia, is the fear of everything or an intense, irrational fear of an unknown evil. Although rare, this condition can deeply affect an individual’s ability to engage in daily activities, including work. For those with panophobia, any profession that requires heightened exposure to unfamiliar surroundings or unpredictable situations may be very […]
Wellbutrin, whose generic name is bupropion, is a widely prescribed medication mainly for the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, and smoking cessation. Other conditions that Wellbutrin is prescribed off-label include attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). As with any medication, Wellbutrin can cause side effects, though concerns over its effects on […]
This is a very fast-emerging field in healthcare that has been analyzing how your genes affect your response to medicines. This will help the doctors understand your genetic makeup and personalize your treatments to ensure they can prescribe the right medication and dosage for you. However, things get complicated when it comes to cost. Let’s […]
Abemaciclib is an active pharmaceutical ingredient classified as a cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) 4 and 6 inhibitor. It is primarily used in the treatment of hormone receptor (HR)-positive, HER2-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer. By inhibiting CDK4/6, abemaciclib disrupts the cell cycle, leading to reduced cancer cell spread. What is Hormone receptor (HR)-positive? This means that […]
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD is a mental illness that can develop after somebody has experienced or witnessed any traumatic event. PTSD tends to be more commonly connected with military service. Yet, it can affect anyone, whether a victim of abuse and accident, a natural disaster survivor, or a victim of violent crime. Here in […]
When you are taking several different medications, you need to know how drugs interact. For those on the prescription drug Wellbutrin for depression, anxiety, or smoking cessation and less frequently also on diphenhydramine which is an antihistamine that is available over the counter. It is vital to know if can you take Wellbutrin and diphenhydramine […]
When dealing with anxiety, many individuals seek various treatment options to help manage and ease their symptoms. Among the medications commonly prescribed for mental health issues is Wellbutrin, which is often used to treat depression, seasonal affective disorder (SAD), and smoking cessation. But does Wellbutrin help with anxiety? In this blog, we’ll dive into how […]
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, or COPD, is a progressive lung disease that affects millions worldwide. Breathing difficulties, chronic cough, and other respiratory disorders define it. Although the core concept of COPD management lies in improving lung function and quality of life, more recent evidence indicates that systemic abnormalities, such as metabolic disorders like hypoglycemia, are […]