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Xanax: Purpose, Dosage And Side Effects – Forbes Health - Forbes

The side effects of taking Xanax often mirror those of drinking too much alcohol, according to Dr. Dimitriu. "People can become slow, wobbly, uncoordinated, sedated and be at an increased risk of falls and even car accidents," he says. Additional side effects of Xanax may include: Sleepiness Dizziness Irritability Difficulty concentrating Dry mouth Changes in mood Changes in sex drive Changes in appetite Changes in weight Nausea Constipation Withdrawal symptoms of Xanax can include: Headaches Muscle pain Dizziness Visual disturbances Sleep disturbances Delirium Nausea Anxiety Irritability If you experience symptoms including shortness of breath, seizures, a severe skin rash, yellowing of the skin or eyes, confusion, problems with speech or problems with coordination or balance, reach out to your doctor immediately, as these could be serious. And as mentioned above, Xanax and other medications in the benzodiazepine class ...

Kaletra (Lopinavir/Ritonavir) - Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages, Interactions - Verywell Health

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What Is Kaletra? Kaletra is a combination ritonavir-boosted protease inhibitor (PI) that includes lopinavir and low-dose ritonavir. It's used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in adults and children. Kaletra works by inhibiting proteases (special enzymes). This decreases viral load (amount of HIV in the blood) and reduces the risk of developing infectious diseases due to a weakened immune system. Ritonavir boosts the level of lopinavir in the body by inhibiting cytochrome P450 3A4 (a particular liver enzyme). This strengthens the effect of the medication overall. Kaletra is available only by prescription. It's available as a tablet, soft-gel capsule, and an oral solution for people who have difficulty swallowing. Drug Facts Generic Name : Lopinavir/Ritonavir Brand Name(s) : Kaletra Drug Availability : Prescription Therapeutic Classification : HIV protease inhibitors Available Generically : No ...

Police searching for suspects in robbery at Hoover Walgreens - WBRC

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HOOVER, Ala. (WBRC) - Hoover Police say they are currently searching for the suspects involved in a robbery at a Walgreens on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. Authorities say that at 5:07 a.m., police were called about a robbery at the pharmacy on Montgomery Highway. Employees told police that two men entered the store separately, wearing hoodies and face coverings. While one suspect distracted the store clerk, the other jumped the pharmaceutical counter and ordered the pharmacist to open the safe, showing he was armed. Police say the suspect stole several medications before fleeing the store. Authorities believe the suspects got into a red, four-door sedan with a paper tag. One suspect is described as a black male, about 5′7, weighing 120 pounds. The other has been described as a black male, about 6′0, weighing 140 pounds. If you have any information on this robbery, call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777. Hoover Police investigating robbery at Walgreens CLICK HERE TO GET THE WBRC FOX6 NEWS AP...

Toxic drug supply continues to devastate communities throughout BC | BC Gov News - BC Gov News

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Illicit drugs continue to claim the lives of British Columbians in larger numbers than homicides, motor-vehicle incidents, drownings, deaths by suicide and fire-related deaths combined, according to the latest data released by the BC Coroners Service. "Coroners' investigations continue to document the volatility and inconsistency of the illicit drug supply in our province," said Lisa Lapointe, chief coroner. "The reality is that every time someone uses drugs purchased from the unregulated market, their life is at risk. Until a safer, regulated supply is widely accessible, I encourage those using drugs to use only in the presence of someone who can provide help and call for medical assistance if that's required. Anyone using illicit substances, whether they are regular or occasional drug users and whether they know their dealer or not, is currently at risk from the unpredictable, unregulated supply."   At least 161 lives were lo...

How Senior Care Communities Can Use Technology to Combat the Staffing Shortage - i Advance Senior Care

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Ryan Jeanneret, senior director, market intelligence for long term care, Omnicare The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, paired with widespread staff shortages, have contributed to staffing challenges in the senior care industry. In a recent poll conducted by Morning Consult, 19% of long-term care workers reported that they had quit their jobs since February 2020, while 69% reported that the national shortage of health care workers had affected them and their place of work. In response to the staffing shortages, senior care facilities may turn to many outlets, including staffing agencies. But technology is also playing an important role in helping communities to better cope with this ongoing challenge. Technology's Response to the Staffing Shortage Given the disruption and implications that staffing challenges have for the senior care industry, technology companies are working to offer solutions. Ryan Jeanneret, senior director, market intelligence for long term care at Omnicare, ex...

Recommended Drugs for Headache Rarely Prescribed in EDs - Medscape

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DENVER – In line with recommendations, emergency departments dramatically reduced their use of opioids as treatments for headache over a recent 11-year period, a new study finds. But the use of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) more than doubled even though guidelines caution against it, while recommended drugs such as triptans and corticosteroids were rarely prescribed. Seonkyeong Yang From 2007-2010 to 2015-2018, researchers reported at the annual meeting of the American Headache Society, a database reveals that opioid use in headache cases at EDs fell from 54% to 28%. Diphenhydramine use grew from 17% to 36% (both ( P < .001). The percentage of cases in which EDs sought neuroimaging stayed stable at about 36%, a number that the study authors described as too high. "Future studies are warranted to identify strategies to promote evidence-based treatments for headaches and appropriate outpatien...

Rayos (Prednisone) Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Dosages - Verywell Health

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What Is Rayos? Rayos ( prednisone ) is one of several drugs in a family known as adrenocortical steroids or corticosteroids. It is a synthetic version of one of the hormones made by our body's adrenal gland. It is most commonly used to decrease swelling (inflammation) in organ systems in various conditions. Prednisone is less widely used as a replacement hormone in people whose bodies do not produce the proper amount of hormones. Prednisone is available under several different brand names, with Rayos being one. It comes as a delayed-release tablet, tablet, and solution (liquid) taken by mouth. Drug Facts Generic Name :   Prednisone Brand Name(s) : Prednicot, Prednisone Intensol, Rayos, Sterapred, Sterapred DS Drug Availability: Prescription Administration Route :   Oral Therapeutic Classification : Endocrine-metabolic agent Available Generically :   Yes Controlled Substance :   N/A Active Ingredient ...