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A calico cat: Omeprazole for cats
Pets

Omeprazole for cats: Dosage and safety

Omeprazole treats ulcers in cats
A hound dog sleeping: Clonazepam for dogs
Pets

Clonazepam for dogs: Dosage and safety

Clonazepam treats seizures or anxiety in dogs
A brown dog smiling: Pantoprazole for dogs
Pets

Pantoprazole for dogs: Dosage and safety

Pantoprazole treats stomach acid-related diseases in dogs
A grey cat sitting with its tongue out: Ondansetron for cats
Pets

Ondansetron for cats: Dosage and safety

Ondansetron treats nausea and vomiting in cats
An analog clock and a spilled bottle of ibuprofen: Understanding ibuprofen use before surgery
Drug Info

Understanding ibuprofen use before surgery

Ibuprofen use should be discontinued at least one week prior to surgery
An Rx prescription pill bottle and Rx prescription pad: Is clonidine a controlled substance?
Drug Info

Is clonidine a controlled substance?

Clonidine poses minimal risk of addiction or overdose, so it isn't classified as a narcotic or listed on the DEA's schedule of controlled substances
A male college student carrying a backpack and holding textbooks: College students ADHD
Health Education

College students’ guide to managing ADHD

Learn to address and overcome the challenges of ADHD in a college setting. Get practical strategies and resources to empower students, while also serving as a valuable resource for those supporting them on their academic journey.
A small black dog sitting: How long does it take for Zyrtec to work in dogs?
Pets

How long does it take for Zyrtec to work in dogs?

Generally, Zyrtec begins working within an hour of ingestion
Purple pill bottle and white medication tablets: Can you take Zyrtec if you have high blood pressure?
Drug Info

Does Zyrtec raise blood pressure?

Zyrtec-D and other combination medications include pseudoephedrine, which may raise heart rate and blood pressure
A hand holding a white Rx pill bottle: The best painkillers for tooth nerve pain
Health Education

The best painkillers for tooth nerve pain

Using prescription painkillers, over-the-counter medications, and exploring home remedies can help aid in the relief of tooth nerve pain
A prescription bottle: Does Medicare cover Synthroid?
Drug Info

Does Medicare cover Synthroid?

Everything you need to know about paying for Synthroid with Medicare
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