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Pharmacogenomics, explained by the pharmacists who read the reports
Plain-language writing on CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 metabolizer status, drug gene interactions, antidepressant and statin selection, insurance coverage, and what a pharmacogenomic test can and cannot tell you.
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Featured · Pain ManagementWhy Do Statins Cause Muscle Pain? Causes & Risk Factors
Statins cause muscle pain for a mix of reasons, and the mix is different for every person. This section goes past the basics into what actually drives the ache, how prescribers test whether the statin is to blame, what relief options exist,…
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Every article is written or reviewed by a licensed pharmacist at our Dallas laboratory and dated so you can see how current the guidance is.
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Low Blood Sugar May Be Associated With COPD
The claim that low blood sugar may be associated with copd needs unpacking rather than repeating. Blood glucose problems are common in lung disease, but the…
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What is Androphobia Diagnosed ?
Androphobia describes a fear of men that goes well past discomfort and starts shaping where you go and who you see. This guide covers how it…
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What jobs can people with Astraphobia not do?
Astraphobia is a marked fear of thunderstorms, and it is far more common than most people admit. This guide replaces the usual list of jobs you…
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Know which Careers that are not possible with Alektrophobia
Alektrophobia is the fear of chickens, and sometimes of birds more generally. Most articles about it list careers you supposedly cannot have. This one does something…
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Bupropion vs Buspirone: Uses, Differences, and Benefits
The bupropion vs buspirone question comes up constantly, usually because the two names sound alike and get mixed up at the pharmacy counter. They are not…
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Understanding Your L-tyrosine Supplement Allergy Research
An l-tyrosine supplement supplies an amino acid your body already makes from phenylalanine, and it is sold widely for focus and stress. This guide covers what…
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Risks of Snorting Adderall: What You Need to Know
Snorting Adderall is a form of misuse that delivers a stimulant far faster than it was designed to arrive, and the speed is exactly where the…
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Signs Adderall XR Dose Is Too High: What to Look for
If you suspect an adderall xr dose is too high, the useful skill is telling apart an expected side effect, a dose that needs review, and…
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Is Trazodone a Narcotic Drug? Indications and Warnings
Is trazodone a narcotic is usually asked for a practical reason: people want to know whether they are taking something habit forming. The short answer is…
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