Pre-workout supplements also referred to as “pre-workouts” are multi-ingredient dietary formulas designed to boost energy and athletic performance. They’re typically a powdered substance that you mix in water and drink before exercise. While countless formulas exist, there’s little consistency in terms of ingredients. Amino acids, B vitamins, caffeine, creatine, and artificial sweeteners are often included, […]
Flexeril is a brand of Cyclobenzaprine which belongs to a class of drugs called Skeletal Muscle Relaxants used for muscle spasms from musculoskeletal conditions of sudden onset. It is not useful in cerebral palsy and not recommended for more than a few weeks. Flexeril works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to […]
Studies have shown that there could be multiple reasons for crushing tablets or capsule contents before administering medications, but there are numerous medications that should not be crushed. These medications should not be chewed, either, usually due to their specific formulations and their pharmacokinetic properties. Most of the no-crush medications are sustained-release, oral-dosage formulas. The […]
Nootropics also known as smart drugs and cognitive enhancers are drugs, supplements, and other substances that are claimed to improve cognitive function, particularly executive functions, memory, creativity, or motivation, in healthy individuals. A rough translation for the word “nootropic” comes from the Greek for “to bend or shape the mind.” And already, there are dozens […]
According to a new press release by the World Health Organization, there will be increased focus on promoting person-centered and rights-based approaches to the management of mental health. Mental health conditions are increasing worldwide. Mainly because of demographic changes, there has been a 13% rise in mental health conditions and substance use disorders in […]
Flmodafinil also known as bisfluoromodafinil and lauflumide is an bisfluoro analog of modafinil. It is a eugeroic as well as a weak dopamine reuptake inhibitor. Its inventors claim that it is more effective than modafinil and adrafinil, with fewer side effects. It was patented in 2013, and Phase I clinical trials have been underway since […]
According to the American Association of Family Physicians, excessive daytime sleepiness is one of the most common sleep-related patient symptoms, and it affects an estimated 20 percent of the population. Persons with excessive daytime sleepiness are at risk of motor vehicle and work-related incidents, and have poorer health than comparable adults. The most common causes […]
Recently, an international response coordinated through Interpol to a ‘growing illegal trade in fake online medicines and medical devices led to the seizure of more than 300,000 individual doses of suspected fake pharmaceutical drugs in Manchester. The seizure included diazepam and modafinil tablets. The main problem with counterfeit drugs is that they are usually laced […]
What is Xanax? Xanax is an antianxiety medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines. Xanax works by attaching to a receptor in your brain called the GABA-A (gamma-aminobutyric acid-A) receptor. When Xanax binds to this receptor, it has a calming effect in the brain. For anxiety disorders, Xanax is often prescribed […]
What Are Purple Xanax Bars? Purple Xanax is one of the different types of Alprazolam (Xanax). Medical professionals commonly prescribed purple Xanax for anxiety and panic disorder management. It may also be used to reduce seizures and epilepsy. Purple Xanax is also a controlled drug, which means it has the potential to cause dependence or […]
