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Tirzepatide (Zepbound) was approved in 2023 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for weight loss. While results from clinical trials are promising, experience with the drug is limited at this time. It is important to know how to take tirzepatide and what adverse effects and interactions to look for.
Melatonin occurs naturally in the body and is involved in the natural regulation of sleep. Melatonin is sometimes used as a dietary supplement to help people sleep. Like other dietary supplements, there are few studies that have examined its effectiveness. Toxicity from melatonin appears to be mild.
Serotonin syndrome is a disorder caused by excessive serotonin activity in the human body. It often occurs after medication use and can cause potentially life-threatening symptoms including high fever, confusion, and seizures.
Bupropion is a medication that is most commonly prescribed to treat depression, quit smoking, and lose weight. It is generally safe at recommended doses, but there can be serious side effects, the most notable being seizures. It is important to take the medication exactly as directed to minimize adverse effects. Common brands containing bupropion include Wellbutrin®, Zyban®, and Contrave®.
At some point, children will be old enough to take their own medicines. Teaching children to take medicine safely involves supervision; teaching children when to take medicine; and teaching children how to take medicine.
Ethyl chloride is a local anesthetic agent that relieves pain by cooling the skin surface. Ethyl chloride abuse, which occurs when individuals intentionally inhale its vapors, can result in sleepiness, abnormal heart rhythms, and death. Ethyl chloride is flammable and can cause frostbite if used incorrectly.
Brexpiprazole is an antipsychotic medicine that is added to an antidepressant to treat major depression and is used alone to treat schizophrenia. There is a low risk of adverse effects, such as restlessness, drowsiness, and slight weight gain. If someone takes more than a usual dose of brexpiprazole, medical attention might be needed.
The opioid epidemic has evolved rapidly in recent years, starting with an increase in opioid prescriptions to treat chronic pain. To reduce risk and maximize the benefits of pain treatment options, the CDC issued guidelines for opioid prescribing which recommend non-opioid medications as the preferred first step when treating chronic pain. Listen to our podcast, Poison!, to learn more.
Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine used mostly to treat seasonal allergies. In overdose, diphenhydramine can cause excessive sleepiness, confusion, hallucinations, fast heartbeat, seizures, and coma. Take Benadryl as directed by a pharmacist or physician to avoid unwanted side effects.
Appropriate use of opioids for pain relief requires delicately balancing risks and benefits. Too much of an opioid can be dangerous or even deadly, but too little leaves the patient in pain.
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