May 2023 Archive — RedBoxRX Pharmaceutical Guide

This month brought a mix of practical drug advice, natural supplement reviews, and a few posts that look beyond medicine to people and the planet. You’ll find clear tips you can use today — from managing glaucoma drops to thinking about how drugs affect waterways. Below are quick summaries and actions you can take after reading each piece.

Top drug and environmental posts

We covered the environmental impact of ketoconazole and asked whether common medicines belong in wastewater. The post explains how antifungals can harm aquatic life and suggests talking to your pharmacist about disposal and sink-friendly alternatives when possible. Another piece asked if prebiotics are sustainable, pointing out that sourcing and farming practices matter. Practical step: check product labels and choose responsibly grown ingredients when you can.

There’s also a straightforward guide on guaifenesin and alcohol. Mixing them can increase drowsiness and dizziness. If you’re taking a cough syrup with guaifenesin, skip alcohol until the medication clears your system. That same safety-first approach shows up in posts about heart and brain medicines.

Supplements and natural options

Feverfew showed up twice for its migraine and anti-inflammatory claims. The posts recommend checking purity and dose, and warn that supplements aren’t tightly regulated — pick trusted brands and tell your doctor if you use them. Alpinia (Alpinia galanga) and Bryonia were featured for digestive, anti-inflammatory, and pain-relief uses. Practical tip: try one supplement at a time and watch for side effects or interactions with prescriptions.

There’s also a short, honest look at homeopathy for upset stomachs, listing common remedies like Nux Vomica and Carbo Vegetabilis and advising consultation with a trained practitioner. If you prefer conventional care, simple measures like hydration, bland foods, and over-the-counter antacids often help while you check with a clinician.

Neurology and heart topics got focused coverage. Levetiracetam was highlighted as a modern option for post-traumatic seizures; the post explains dosing trends and why many clinicians prefer it for tolerability. For glaucoma, the latanoprost article gives daily-use tips: set a routine, store drops properly, and use lubricating eye drops for irritation. Small habits make big differences in outcomes.

On the cardiology side, a clear piece linked left ventricular dysfunction to sudden cardiac death and stressed the value of regular checkups, imaging, and following treatment plans. For people with hypertension and anxiety, the post recommends tracking blood pressure at home and discussing both conditions with the same provider so treatment fits the whole person.

We also looked at family life after stroke and changes in sexual desire with aging. The stroke post focuses on role shifts, communication, and using rehab services early. The aging-and-libido piece encourages open partner conversations and medical checks for hormones or meds that might be the cause.

Want to read a specific post? Use the archive list to jump to any article. If you want practical follow-ups — like a checklist for medication disposal, a simple supplement starter list, or tips for supporting a family member after stroke — let us know and we’ll publish it next.