by James on 18 February 2009
It’s become very common to use NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like ibuprofen (ie Advil) or naproxen (ie Aleve, Naprosyn) along with other medications. But, as a recent study points out, sometimes more is less. This study from Merk & Co. surveyed 8440 oral triptan users. The idea of the study was to find out what [...]
by James on 12 March 2008
Let’s face it. Stocking up on drugs is not an idea that makes your insurance company happy. But the challenge of having the right drugs on hand at the right time is adding to worldwide migraine pain. This is actually a study from June 2007, but it’s worth looking at. Dr. Robert A. Nicholson, assistant [...]
by James on 11 August 2005
What drugs should be available "over the counter", and what drugs should only be given under a doctor’s supervision? Around here you’re encouraged to always talk to your doctor before taking a new drug. But as far as regulations go, every country answers the question differently. The question is being discussed in the UK right [...]