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Epilepsy client on Dilantin and Amlodipine

A calcium channel blocker and Dilantin for seizures can create more seizures and cramps. Why would a doctor prescribed these two meds at the same time for an epilepsy patient? The epilepsy patient has no appetite and experiences more seizures and nausea. A statin medication was also prescribed without CoQ10 dietary supplement. Only families whoContinue reading “Epilepsy client on Dilantin and Amlodipine”

USPSTF Statin medication guidelines

Major Recommendations The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) grades its recommendations (A, B, C, D, or I) and identifies the Levels of Certainty regarding Net Benefit (High, Moderate, and Low). The definitions of these grades can be found at the end of the “Major Recommendations” field. Summary of Recommendation and Evidence The USPSTF recommendsContinue reading “USPSTF Statin medication guidelines”