OCD vs Anxiety: Symptoms, Medication, and More Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and anxiety disorders are two of the most common mental health conditions in the United States. Although they share some similarities, they differ significantly in symptoms, causes, and treatment approaches. Anxiety disorders involve excessive worry, fear, or nervousness that interfere with daily life. Common types […]
What is Metformin Used for Typically? Primarily used to treat Type 2 diabetes, Metformin has shown positive results in treating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), which is a major cause of infertility. Available under different brand names, in different potencies, with immediate release and extended release (XR) options, this drug is administered differently to patients based […]
COMT Gene Mutation Symptoms The Catechol-O-Methyltransferase (COMT) gene is essential for breaking down certain brain chemicals called catecholamines, which include dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine. These chemicals act as neurotransmitters—messengers that help nerve cells communicate. COMT ensures that their levels remain balanced, preventing overstimulation or depletion that could affect brain function. However, changes in the COMT […]
Optimizing Medication for ADHD The US still needs to focus more on Mental Health. A huge number of people still don’t receive mental health medication, and many experience adverse drug effects due to the trial-and-error in medication. Thus, the FDA itself has labelled some mental health drugs for genome-based administration. Knowing your genetic makeup helps […]
CPIC: The Clinical Pharmacogenetics Implementation Consortium In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare environment, personalised medicine is becoming increasingly important. One of the most crucial advancements in this area is the implementation of pharmacogenetics, the study of how genetic variations affect an individual’s response to drugs. To facilitate the practical application of pharmacogenetics in clinical settings, the […]
Mayzent Side Effects, RRMS, and its Safe Dosing Mayzent (by Novartis), the active substance of which is Siponimod, is an oral prescription medication approved for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease. Common Mayzent side effects observed in clinical trials […]
How long does buprenorphine Stay in Your System Buprenorphine is a prescribed drug that is widely used to treat opioid addiction and opioid dependence, and, in some instances, as an option for pain management. Because it’s an opioid-partial antagonist, it accomplishes this by binding to the same brain receptors as other opioids and producing less […]
Does Xanax Lower Blood Pressure? Know the Fact Xanax is a brand name for alprazolam, a drug frequently used for treating anxiety problems, panic attacks, and occasionally insomnia. It is part of a class of medications known as benzodiazepines. These can affect the central nervous system (CNS) to provide a calming effect. Although it is […]
PODN Gene (Podocan): Importance in Genetic Research 2025 The PODN gene, also known as Podocan, is part of the family of genes that encode proteins involved in various biological processes. Specifically, it plays a critical role in the structure and function of the extracellular matrix (ECM), which is a complex network of proteins, sugars, and […]
Voriconazole Dosing and Interactions Voriconazole, a prescription medication, is a potent triazole antifungal medicine widely used to treat serious fungal or yeast infections in individuals aged 2 and above. However, its complex pharmacokinetics and numerous drug interactions necessitate careful dosing and monitoring. Voriconazole dosing is available in 200mg powder form for injection, 40/mg/ml oral powder […]