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Health Education
Can tramadol be used for sleep?
Tramadol may cause drowsiness but can cause you to sleep less
Sep. 19, 2024
Pets
Farxiga for dogs: Usage, safety, and dosage
Farxiga treats Type 2 diabetes in people but is not used in dogs. It is never safe to give human diabetes medications like Farxiga to a dog unless prescribed by a veterinarian.
Sep. 18, 2024
Pets
Dupixent for dogs: Usage, safety, and alternatives
Dupixent treats atopic dermatitis in humans and is not used in dogs. However, a medication called Cytopoint (lokivetmab) can be used for treatment.
Sep. 18, 2024
Pets
Restasis for dogs: Dosage and safety
Veterinary formulations of Restasis treat dry eye in dogs
Sep. 18, 2024
Pets
Humira for dogs: Dosage and safety
Humira is not used in dogs
Sep. 18, 2024
Health Education
What happens when you mix valacyclovir and alcohol?
Combining valacyclovir with alcohol can increase risks and potentially harm liver or kidneys
Sep. 11, 2024
Drug Info
Dupixent eye side effects: What they are and why they happen
Dupixent may cause eye irritation in some people, but there are ways to manage them without sacrificing eczema relief
Sep. 5, 2024
Drug Info
Dupixent face rash and redness: Causes and treatment
You can either treat Dupixent redness or consider an alternative medication
Aug. 29, 2024
Health Education
Guide to health and wellness for the transgender community
Explore a comprehensive guide to health and wellness for the transgender community, covering inclusive healthcare, mental and physical well-being, and advocacy for rights and support
Aug. 20, 2024
Company
Guide to Medicaid in Ohio
Learn about eligibility, application steps, and coverage under Ohio Medicaid
Aug. 20, 2024
Pets
Furosemide for cats: Dosage and safety
Furosemide treats congestive heart failure in cats
Aug. 18, 2024