If you’ve been prescribed methotrexate, then it’s very likely your doctor has also prescribed folic acid. You may be wondering why. Let’s talk about folic acid and why it is important to take while you are on methotrexate. What is methotrexate, and how does it work? Methotrexate (Rheumatrex) is in a class of medications called Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs). They are drugs that can slow down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis to keep you better for longer.

Methotrexate is a medication that’s often used to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA), which can cause symptoms like red, painful, and swollen joints. If you’ve heard of methotrexate before, you probably already know it’s a medication that’s taken long term to help lessen the symptoms of RA. But what about side effects? And how does it compare to other medications?

Despite shortages earlier this year, both hand sanitizer and most disposable, single-use masks have become widely available again. But people continue to use a variety of masks to protect themselves, including handmade and cloth masks, surgical masks, and N95 respirators.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed all aspects of daily life as we knew it. Most people are longing for the days we can go out to restaurants without fear, visit friends and family, and walk into a store without seeing faces obscured by masks. From a healthcare perspective, the focus has largely been on the limited number of hospital beds and ventilators.

Vaping-related illnesses have gotten a lot of attention in the news recently. With deaths reported across the country, there are renewed concerns about the unique health effects of vaping. If you currently vape, or have a friend or family member who does, this article will offer tips for how to quit, as well as some treatments you may find helpful.

Our current shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) including masks, has been in the news a lot lately. Stores are running out as people stock up at home, and many hospitals and healthcare facilities are facing such a dire shortage of PPE that healthcare workers are having to improvise with their own coverings and reuse gear to protect themselves.

The FDA recently approved Nexletol, a new cholesterol medication that works differently from how any other cholesterol medication works. Statins have been and continue to be the go-to treatment choice for high cholesterol because of how well they work to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease and death. For some people, though, statins aren’t able to lower cholesterol enough, and another medication is prescribed on top of them. Nexletol is used for this purpose, and its approval gives providers a new tool in their toolbox. Let’s talk about what you should know about it.

Atorvastatin (Lipitor) and simvastatin (Zocor) belong to a class of medications known as statins, which are considered to be first-choice medications for treating high cholesterol. This means that both atorvastatin and simvastatin are effective for high cholesterol and work similarly. But, they do have some important differences, and we’ll discuss what those are below.

If you are suffering from an anxiety disorder or think you might be, know that you are not alone. Anxiety disorders affect millions of Americans every year, but help is available. There are lots of treatment options available, which, for many people involves a combination of counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and medication.

In the U.S., around 40 million people have anxiety, but many don’t get treatment. If you have anxiety, there are several ways to get help. One option is Celexa, an antidepressant medication. Let’s talk about what you should know about Celexa if your provider prescribes it for anxiety.*

Acne can be stubborn and frustrating to treat, and if you’ve been to the dermatologist, you may have heard of (or even been prescribed) doxycycline as part of a skincare regimen. Doxycycline is a popular treatment option, so let’s talk about what you should know while taking it.

Acne can be frustrating and hard to get rid of. But don’t despair! If you’re a woman dealing with difficult acne, spironolactone may be a good option. Let’s talk about what you should know if you are prescribed spironolactone to treat your acne.

You might have heard of retinol and Retin-A when looking for acne treatments. At first glance, they seem almost exactly the same: They have similar names, and both can be used for acne. However, while they do have a lot in common, there are also some differences between them. Learning a little more about them can help you decide which may be the right fit for you.

Ahhh, coffee. That warm cup of joe in the morning is what millions of people around the world depend on to start their day. For many it might just be for the caffeine; for others like me, who really love it, we would drink it in the morning either way. We treat ourselves to a nice, hot, smooth cup and enjoy our vice even if it’s bad for you. Or… is it?In a complete flip from the past, recent studies have demonstrated that coffee has enormous potential health benefits. Some of the most interestin