Victoza (liraglutide) is a non-insulin injectable medication that patients can give themselves using an injectable “pen,” or device shaped like a pen. Is Victoza considered insulin? No.…

While it is not intended as a weight loss medication, people who take Victoza (liraglutide) may lose weight. Can Victoza Be Used for Weight Management? When used with diet and exercise, this…

Shingles is a viral disease called herpes zoster, which emerges when the varicella-zoster virus reactivates in the body. Many people first catch this virus with exposure to chickenpox.…

Cold sores typically occur due to a herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) infection. Valacyclovir (Valtrex) makes it difficult for this virus to replicate. With replication stunted, cold sores…

While doctors often prescribe Dupixent to treat eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, it can also be used alongside other medication to improve breathing and reduce asthma attacks in people…

Dosage for Dupixent depends on the patient’s age and weight. Dupixent injection is for use in adults or children who are at least 6 years old, according to the manufacturer’s website. As with…

Pre and post-menopausal people can also experience hair loss. Some studies indicate that some cisgender women did have improvement with a 2.5 mg daily dose of finasteride. The dose was…

Topical finasteride is sometimes a practical option, primarily to provide hair maintenance after the use of oral finasteride.  FAQ Does topical finasteride work? It affects the amount of…

Finasteride is an oral treatment for hair loss. It works by preventing a key enzyme from affecting the health of hair follicles. At the same time, it increases the blood flow to the scalp,…

Doxycycline can take 3 to 7 days to work. FAQ How long does it take for doxycycline to work for bacterial infection? It can take up to a week for this medication to work. However, even if you…