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Prednisone for gout: Dosage, safety, and more

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Prednisolone ( Prednisolone is the active form, whereas prednisone has to be converted to prednisolone by the liver before it can work) , a powerful anti-inflammatory medication, has been shown effective as a first-line treatment for gout in studies such as those from 2016 and 2017. It might work quickly, too.

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What is the best probiotic for vaginal health?

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Probiotics and vaginal health | Types of probiotics | Choosing a probiotic | Optimizing vaginal health | FAQs | The bottom line | Sources Probiotics for gut health and improved host immunity recently became a trending health topic. Overall, immune system modulation has many health benefits.

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Pharmacologic Management of Crotalid Envenomation

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vs 10.3% • p < 0.05, NNT = 5 Gerardo CJ, 2017 RCT in 18 ED in the US (n = 74) Crofab ® versus placebo to measure limb function 14 days after envenomation using Patient-Specific Functional Scale Crofab reduced limb disability measured by the Patient-Specific Functional Scale 14 days after copperhead envenomation. • Pharmacology.

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Lion’s mane mushroom benefits

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Supports the immune system Boosting the immune system is a popular reason for consuming lion’s mane mushrooms. A study published in Frontiers in Immunology about the use of Hericium erinaceus in mice with tumors showed promising results for the use of this extract in modulating the immune system. Dr. Cooperman explains.

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14 remedies to get rid of congestion

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Allergens, he explains, trigger the release of chemicals like histamine from our mast cells (immune cells), leading to congestion and other inflammatory symptoms. Follow these steps to try nasal irrigation for congestion: Prepare the nasal rinse solution by mixing saline with distilled water per the package instructions.

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Can you get diabetes from eating too much sugar?

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Type 1 diabetes occurs when your immune system prevents your pancreas from producing enough insulin. When buying packaged foods, carefully scan the label and look for added sugars. Does sugar cause diabetes? Sugar consumption does not cause Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. Read food labels carefully. Added sugar can go by many names.

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Why pharmacy technicians are important in education

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The primary responsibilities of a pharmacy technician typically include preparing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals, which are then carefully reviewed by the pharmacist for accuracy before being dispensed to the patient. A study from 2017 assessed the clarity of pharmacy technicians’ roles in the United Kingdom.