Why Some Antidepressants Work and Some Don’t
Depression is just a word to those until they experience it. Then it's hell. First let me say I am not a fan of medicating normal, regular sadness that we encounter…
St. John’s Wort, Serotonin, and Depression Plus 6 Interactions
While it's true that natural antidepressants such as St. John's wort can lift mood, it is a gentle effect, and by no means a cure for serious problems such as major…
Good Medicine, Bad Night’s Sleep
"Dear Pharmacist,I have always been healthy but lately, I just cannot sleep properly. The only thing I take is Evista for osteoporosis. Could there be a connection?"--V.R., Hallandale, Florida Answer: Yes,…
‘Mystery Headaches’ Can Be Treated If You Find the Cause
"Dear Pharmacist,Your recent column on trigeminal neuralgia gave me some great information. I’ve suffered for years with head pain. Do you have anything else to share?"--C.N., Los Angeles After I wrote…
Anti-Drinking Medications for Alcoholics
Dear Pharmacist, My 34-year-old son is an alcoholic and has been in rehab for five months, court-ordered. After being out for only two weeks, he had a relapse and then went…
