NorthDrugstore: Medication and Disease Information Portal - Page 2
JAK inhibitors are oral drugs that treat autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and eczema quickly and conveniently - but they carry serious risks. Learn who should use them, what to monitor, and why regular blood tests are non-negotiable.
Nov, 13 2025
Learn how to safely use metformin with kidney disease using current eGFR guidelines. Discover correct dosing, when to hold the drug, and how to avoid common myths that lead to unnecessary discontinuation.
Nov, 1 2025
Swelling from medications like amlodipine, gabapentin, or prednisone is common-but not always harmless. Learn the signs that it’s just a side effect versus a warning of heart, kidney, or blood clot problems.
Oct, 30 2025
Allopurinol is the standard for gout and high uric acid, but alternatives like febuxostat, probenecid, and pegloticase may be better for some people. Learn how they compare in effectiveness, safety, and cost.
Oct, 30 2025
Sevelamer hydrochloride helps kidney patients reduce dangerous phosphate levels, lowering the risk of heart disease by preventing artery calcification and improving cardiovascular outcomes.
Oct, 28 2025
A thorough side‑by‑side look at Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate) compared with common progestin alternatives, covering uses, dosing, side effects, and when to choose each option.
Oct, 26 2025
Explore how abacavir transformed HIV treatment worldwide, its safety steps, cost impact, and future role in the epidemic.
Oct, 25 2025
Learn how tamsulosin works for kidney stones, its benefits, risks, dosage, and when to use it as medical expulsive therapy.
Oct, 24 2025
Explore betahistine's 2025 price, PBS coverage, effectiveness, and hidden costs to decide if the medication is worth the expense.
Oct, 23 2025
Learn how quickly tinidazole starts working, what influences its speed, and how it compares to similar antibiotics for fast relief.
Oct, 22 2025