Gabapentin (Neurontin®, others) is FDA-approved for partial-onset seizures, post-herpetic neuralgia, and restless leg syndrome; pregabalin (Lyrica®) for fibromyalgia, various painful neuralgias, and partial-onset seizures. Both have myriad off-label uses including chronic cough, migraine prophylaxis, pruritus, bipolar and anxiety disorders, hot…
Did you accidentally inhale mercury from a light bulb? Compact fluorescent light (CFL) or fluorescent light bulbs are popular lighting options used across homes and businesses in America. Although these light bulbs are very common, not many people know that…
Even though the polymers used to create water beads are non-toxic, they can absorb liquid and expand in the intestinal tract after someone swallows them. This can cause severe and sometimes life-threatening intestinal blockage due to the size of the…
Milnacipran increases serotonin levels in the brain, which can lead to an alarming condition known as serotonin syndrome. Many other countries market Milnacipran as a treatment for depression. Still, do not use it solely to treat depression since it is…
Recreational abuse of the spice nutmeg for psychoactive effect has smoldered along, largely under the radar, for over a century. Although it usually keeps a low profile compared to other drugs of abuse and alcohol, it occasionally enjoys a swift…
Harvard researchers conducted a milestone study to analyze the characteristics of unburned natural gas collected from indoor residential kitchen stovetops. Numerous compounds were identified of which 21 were known hazardous air pollutants. The most notable substances are benzene, hexane, and…
The tricyclic antidepressants imipramine (1958) and amitriptyline (1961) were among the first therapeutic agents for depression. These highly effective drugs revolutionized treatment of depression from a purely psychodynamic approach to one that modulated neurochemistry. Six additional tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) were…
SPECIAL ALERT: THE HOT PEPPER "ONE CHIP CHALLENGE" Let's turn down the heat on the most recent social media challenge. Many sites such as Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok are prime activators of risky behavior, especially in teens. In recent…
Glow sticks are a popular item for young children. They can be used as a toy or worn as an accessory. They’re also popular during holidays like Halloween and the Fourth of July. But, did you know that these fun…
