Pregabalin (Lyrica) is approved for use in treating nerve pain and seizure disorders, but it also has off-label uses, including anxiety treatment. Pregabalin for anxiety has been shown to…

Baclofen for anxiety is a common prescription, especially when the person’s anxiety is due to alcohol withdrawal. It is not entirely clear how baclofen works, but it is thought that it has an…

The diclofenac patch, sometimes called a Flector patch, is a transdermal application of the drug. In other words, it is placed onto the skin to deliver treatment. Uses This patch is typically…

Diclofenac sodium topical gel (Pennsaid, Voltaren) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) patients put on their skin to help relieve pain. This drug is available both over the…

Buspirone is approved for use in managing anxiety disorders and for short-term relief for anxiety symptoms. Buspirone for anxiety should be used as directed and may cause some side effects.…

Tamsulosin (Flomax) for kidney stones is a fairly new treatment approach, but one that has had promising results for patients who need to pass a stone quickly.   Dosage The average dose is 0.4…

Tamsulosin (Flomax) is typically only prescribed for men, but it can be effective for women with some form of bladder obstruction.  Dosage Dosage can depend on many factors but typically it is…

Medical providers sometimes prescribe spironolactone for weight loss off-label. However, there is not enough research to determine the effectiveness of this medication for weight loss. Many…

The FDA has not approved the use of spironolactone for acne treatment. That said, medical providers still sometimes prescribe it off-label for this purpose. Limited research is available on…