Tirzepatide is a dual GLP-1 and GIP analog that has got FDA approval for the treatment of patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It has been associated with marked weight loss of approximately 22% which is even greater than Wegovy, an FDA-approved weight loss drug, however, Tirzepatide’s FDA approval as a weight loss drug is … Read more
Trulicity side effects are primarily GI-related. Most patients develop nausea, vomiting, bloating, and abdominal fullness. Little is known about the neurological side effects of Trulicity. However, post-marketing reports of patients who have developed neurological side effects are being reported. Side effects of Semaglutide (Rybelsus, Ozempic, and Wegovy) What is Trulicity? Trulicity is the brand name … Read more
Sotagliflozin side effects are similar to drugs from the SGLT-2 class such as Jardiance, Farxiga, Invokana, and Steglatro. Introduction: SOTAGLIFOZIN (Zynquista) is a different class of medicines that act on both SGLT-1 and SGLT-2 receptors. Unlike Jardiance and Farxiga, it does not specifically block the SGLT-2 receptors present in the kidneys. Because of its dual … Read more
Tirzepatide Side effects may range from mild gastrointestinal side effects to serious life-threatening pancreatitis and kidney failure. Like the GLP-1 agonists, Semaglutide, Liraglutide, Dulaglutide, etc, it primarily acts in the gastrointestinal tract. Hence, most of the GI side effects are related to the gastrointestinal tract. What is Tirzepatide? It is the first of its class … Read more
Aimovig is a drug that is used in the preventive treatment of migraine headaches. It has got a unique mechanism of action. Aimovig is the brand name of Erenumab that is available as 70 mg/ml monthly subcutaneous injections. It is primarily indicated to prevent and reduce the severity of migraine headaches in patients who have … Read more
Sitagliptin is a DPP-IV Inhibitor. It is a commonly used diabetes medicine. Sitagliptin side effects are usually mild in nature, however, severe anaphylaxis and pancreatitis have also been reported. For mild sitagliptin side effects, the dose may be reduced, or treatment may be withheld for a few days. However, in cases of severe side effects, … Read more
Miralax is the brand name of Polyethylene Glycol. It is a commonly used drug used to relieve constipation and for bowel preparation before a colonoscopic procedure. Miralax MOA as to how it acts to relieve constipation is discussed here. What is Miralax? Miralax or polyethylene Glycol 3350 is an osmotic laxative. It is available in … Read more
Concerta warnings and serious adverse side effects are highlighted here. Concerta is the brand name of methylphenidate. It is a stimulant drug and associated with serious side effects including sudden death Concerta Warnings Severe Cardiovascular Events associated with methylphenidate: Sudden Death in children and adolescents with preexisting Structural Heart Abnormalities or Other Serious Heart Problems: … Read more
Depakote side effects range from mild to very severe. It results in liver failure, pancreatitis, anemia, and bone marrow failure. Depakote is the brand name of Divalproex sodium or sodium valproate. It is a prescription medication that is used to treat symptoms such as mania, epilepsy, and migraine. You can use Depakote alone or in … Read more
Dicyclomine oral tablets are a prescription drug. This form of the drug is also available as a generic. Generic drugs might not always be in the same form or strength as brand-name products. You can also buy Dicyclomine as a capsule or solution to take by mouth. Only a doctor can give the injection. Dicyclomine Uses: … Read more