In this video, explore the biochemical mechanisms that promote bronchoconstriction and bronchodilation.

Treating Neurological Diseases with Brain Interfaces

Prescription drugs are pretty awesome. They improve lives all the time. But it is possible to take too many. Over time, as patients are prescribed more an more ongoing medications, it's a good idea to sometimes step back, evaluate, and...

ACE Inhibitor Side Effects | Ramipril, Enalapril, Captopril, Perindopril | Causes and Why They Occur



ACE inhibitors (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors) are medications that are used for high blood pressure...

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome | Causes, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment



Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS) is a very rare but potentially life-threatening condition that is caused by excessive dopamine (D2...

Being sick enough to go to the hospital is not a great experience. You know what's worse? Staying overnight in the hospital. There's a very good chance you're going to get your sleep interrupted frequently, and that's not going to speed...

Britney Spears’ former bodyguard has made a series of allegations about her mistreatment.

What to Avoid When Taking Statin Medications | Foods, Beverages and Medications that Increase Side Effects



Statin medications (ex. atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin) are used to lower/reduce cholesterol levels. However,...

Chloroquine & Hydroxychloroquine | Mechanism of Action, Targets (Malaria), Adverse Effects

In this lesson, we discuss the medications known as chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, including how they are administered, metabolized and...

Amlodipine Side Effects (Why They Occur & How To Reduce Risk)



Amlodipine (also known as Norvasc) is a calcium channel blocker used to lower blood pressure and treat chest pain. In this lesson, we discuss the side effects of...

Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome | Medications, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment



Antidepressant Discontinuation Syndrome (ADS) is a condition caused by the abrupt cessation or reduction of an antidepressant...

What To Avoid When Taking Amlodipine | Foods, Medications, Natural Supplements



Amlodipine (also known as Norvasc) is a calcium channel blocker used to reduce blood pressure and used to treat anginal chest pain....

What To Avoid If You Are Taking SSRI Antidepressants (ex. Sertraline, Fluoxetine) – Foods and Beverages, Herbal Supplements and Prescription Medications that Interact with SSRIs



Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI)...

Serotonin Syndrome vs. Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome | Similarities & Differences



Serotonin Syndrome and Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome are often two conditions that are compared to each other as each has similar signs and...

For a lot of patients, prescriptions build up over time, and older people end up taking A LOT of different drugs. Doctors don't always have the time or will to assess these mounting prescriptions. Empowering pharmacists to recommend...

Chronic Cough | 3 Most Common Causes & Approach to Causes



This lesson is on an approach to determining the cause of a chronic cough. In this lesson, we discuss how a chronic cough is defined, an approach to determine the...

A simple explainer video about 'Irritable Bowel Syndrome' or IBS, a common condition that affects the digestive system. We explain the symptoms, possible triggers, how it is diagnosed, and ways it can be managed. We hope this video will...

In this video, we explore the four major classes of diuretics that are used in the treatment of hypertension including their mechanisms of action.

In this video, we explore the mechanisms of action of the major drugs that are used to control diabetes mellitus. Insulin therapy will be discussed in a separate video, so this video includes all other major medications.

What To Avoid When Taking Metformin | Drug Interactions | Pharmacology



Metformin is a medication used to reduce or lower blood glucose levels. Metformin is used for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and polycystic ovary...

What are biologic drugs? What about biosimilars? In a previous video we compared brand name and generic drugs. But we kind of left out a major player in the world of medicines; biologic drugs. These complicated little guys probably...

Once known as a party drug, ketamine may help treat chronic depression. Hear from a top researcher how the drug can repair brain circuits and t he perils and promises of a new medicine.

So far in this CTE Skills Anatomy and Physiology series we've covered the main parts and the main functions of the integumentary system. In part 3 we will be going over the diseases of the skin.
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Acne, Skin Cancer, Athletes...

In this video, we discuss the details concerning the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone [RAAS] Pathway.