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One of the most popular dietary supplements on the market today is St. John’s Wort, an herbal preparation often touted as the “herbal Prozac.” Because of its reputation as an antidepressant, St. John’s Wort is marketed as a safe, natural alternative to prescription medications.

Up to three quarters of middle aged and older adults suffer from gum disease. It’s a surprise to learn that your medications can harm your gums. Here’s the reason. Even though you are meticulous about dental hygiene and faithfully visit your dentist twice a year, it is still possible that you have gum disease. Experts [...]

Treatment of muscle spasms with Zanaflex. Zanaflex is recommended for: Treatment of muscle spasms. Your physician may prescribe it for other conditions as well. The drug Zanaflex is a skeletal muscle relaxant. The way it works is it blocks nerves that make muscles contract. There are a few reasons you should NOT take Zanaflex medication: [...]

The cost of prescription drugs has increased significantly in recent years and many people are finding it difficult, or even impossible, to afford their medications. Going to other countries, or using the internet to fill your prescriptions is one way to save money, but there are other, less risky alternatives. First, ask your doctor if [...]