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Could OTC Birth Control Be Available at Pharmacies Soon?
Could OTC Birth Control Be Available at Pharmacies Soon?

Coincidentally, around the same time that Roe v Wade was overturned, HRA Pharma requested for the FDA to review an application for an over-the-counter (OTC) birth control pill. Read on to learn more about this first potential U.S. OTC birth control pill and other “OTC” options.

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Bone Density and Epilepsy: Are Antiepileptic Drugs a Risk for Osteoporosis?
Bone Density and Epilepsy: Are Antiepileptic Drugs a Risk for Osteoporosis?

Epilepsy is linked to a higher risk for osteoporosis and an increased risk of fractures (broken bones). Long-term use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) can also put you at a higher risk for fractures. Read on to learn more.

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Health, Medications, Epilepsy, Seizures, Osteoporosis, Falls, Side Effects, Mental Health, AED, Risk factors, Osteopenia, Women's Health, Prevention, Treatment, Lifestyle ChangesRoss Phanside effects, fractures, bones, BMD, bone mineral density, bone loss, bone density, bone mass, broken bones, depression, weight-bearing exercises, weight training, jogging, vitamin D deficiency, anticonvulsants, long-term use, long-term side effects, phenytoin, Dilantin, Divalproex sodium, valproic acid, Depakote, osteoclasts, low vitamin D, carbamazepine, Carbatrol, Tegretol, bone turnover, neurology, supplements, alcohol, steroids, exercise, low body weight, bone density scan, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scan, DEXA scan, healthy diet, calcium, vitamin D, smoking, physically active, mucles, balance, independence, strength, tai chi, yoga, swimming, walking, dancing, tennis, bisphosphonates, bone breakdown, Alendronate, RANKL inhibitors, RANKL, enosumab, parathyroid hormone, PTH, teriparatide, Forteo, osteoblasts, building bone, balancing exericises, non-slip shoes, well-lit home, grab-bars, skid-proof carpets, skid-proof rugs, handrails, clutter, sleeping pills, Ross PhanComment
FDA Approves Verzenio (Abemaciclib) for Early Breast Cancer
FDA Approves Verzenio (Abemaciclib) for Early Breast Cancer

Verzenio was already approved to treat advanced breast cancer. Now, the FDA just gave Verzenio an additional approval to treat early breast cancer. Read on to learn more about how Verzenio works and what side effects to expect.

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Clinical Trials, FDA, Health, Medications, Research Studies, Women's Health, Cancer, Breast CancerRoss PhanVerzenio, Abemaciclib, HR+/HER2- breast cancer, hormone positive breast cancer, HER2 negative breast cancer, early breast cancer, CDK inhibitor, advanced breast cancer, side effects, expensive medications, limited distribution drug, LDD, specialty pharmacy, lower risk of cancer coming back, targeted therapy, Ross PhanComment
Can I Drink Alcohol While Taking Addyi (Flibanserin)?
Can I Drink Alcohol While Taking Addyi (Flibanserin)?

Addyi (flibanserin) is a prescription treatment option used to raise female sexual desire and interest, but what are the risks or interactions when mixed with a couple of drinks of alcohol? Learn about the potential dangers when combining alcohol with Addyi.

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Health, Medications, Women's Health, Sexual Health, Alcohol, Genetics, Genetics TestingRoss Phanside effects, low sex drive, low libido, hypoactive sexual disorder, HSDD, alcohol, drug interactions, Addyi, flibanserin, premenopausal women, pharmacogenomics, PGx, Ross Phan Comment