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As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc across the country, health experts continue to provide updates on how to stay safe and treat the virus. Former President Donald Trump frequently endorsed treating COVID-19 with hydroxychloroquine (HCQ), a drug originally used to treat malaria that now treats autoimmune diseases like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. After several clinical trials last spring, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institute of Health and the larger scientific community have warned against the use of the drug to treat COVID-19, citing ineffectiveness, lack of benefits and risk of heart rhythm problems. The Claim A new article published in this month's edition of The American Journal of Medicine (AJM) circulated on social media this week led many people to believe the journal is now endorsing the use of HCQ to treat COVID-19 as a political move after Trump left office. This is stunning! The American Journal of Medicine is recommendin...

We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here's our process. Spider bites are rare, usually harmless, and do not always require medical attention. Some home remedies that might help include turmeric paste and aloe vera. Although some spider bites can be extremely painful and require medical treatment, most just cause a mild stinging sensation. In these instances, washing the bite with soap and water before applying ice can help with the pain. Continue reading to learn more about different types of spiders, how to handle a bite, and some useful home remedies to try. Stay calm. Clean the bite area with soap and water, then pat it dry with a clean towel. If possible, elevate the bite above the heart to help with blood flow. Apply an icepack to the bite to reduce pain. If the pain persists, take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever, such as ibuprofen. Taking an an...

Feb. 27, 2009 -- The FDA has ordered a "black box" warning, the FDA's strongest warning, for drugs that contain metoclopramide, which is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders. The boxed warning will highlight the risk of tardive dyskinesia, or involuntary and repetitive movements of the body, with long-term or high-dose use of metoclopramide, even after the drugs are no longer taken. Drugs that contain metoclopramide include Reglan tablets, Reglan oral disintegrating tablets, metoclopramide oral solution, and Reglan injection. More than 2 million Americans use these products, according to the FDA. Those drugs' labels already note the risk of tardive dyskinesia with chronic metoclopramide treatment. Now, that risk will be highlighted in the boxed warning. Tardive dyskinesia is characterized by involuntary, repetitive movements of the extremities, lip smacking, grimacing, tongue protrusion, rapid eye movements or blinking, puckering, pursing of the lips, or imp...

Grand Rounds is a monthly blog series developed by EMS World and FlightBridgeED that will feature top EMS medical directors exploring the intricacies of critical care in EMS practice. In this installment FlightBridgeED Chief Medical Director Jeffrey Jarvis, MD, concludes his two-part look at headaches. Find Part 1 here.

It's estimated that 1 in 7 Americans experience migraine. While there's no cure, migraine is often treated with medications that ease symptoms or help prevent migraine attacks from happening in the first place. Sometimes, in medical settings, migraine symptoms may be treated with a "migraine cocktail." This isn't a drink, but rather a combination of specific medications to help relieve migraine symptoms. This article will take a closer look at what's in a migraine cocktail, the possible side effects, and other migraine treatment options. If you find yourself seeking medical attention for migraine pain, one of the treatment options you may be given is a migraine cocktail. But what exactly is in this migraine treatment, and what do the different ingredients do? It's important to note that the medications in a migraine cocktail can vary depending on other medical conditions and your previous response to migraine rescue treatments. Some o...

Reglan (Metoclopramide) is a medicine that increases the movements or contractions of the stomach and intestines. When given by injection, it is used to help diagnose certain problems of the stomach and/or intestines. It is also used by injection to prevent the nausea and vomiting that may occur after treatment with anticancer medicines. Hero Images / Getty Images  Before Using This Medicine The risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. The following should be discussed with your doctor. Allergies:  Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to metoclopramide, procaine, or procainamide. Also tell your healthcare professional if you are allergic to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives, or dyes. Breastfeeding:  Metoclopramide passes into the breast milk and may cause unwanted effects in nursing babies. Children:  Muscle spasms, especially of jaw, neck, and back, and tic-like (jerky) movements of h...

There are many ways to treat a black eye at home, such as applying ice or a warm compress. These can relieve swelling and pain. A black eye typically occurs after a blow to the eye area or the nose. If it develops due to injury, it will usually heal on its own. A persistent black eye may indicate an underlying medical issue or a side effect of certain medications. The medical term for a black eye is a periorbital hematoma. A hematoma is a collection of blood underneath the skin. This article explores home remedies that may help with healing a black eye. It also offers advice on when to see a doctor and lists some medical treatments. In most cases, a black eye does not require medical treatment. If a person knows the cause of the injury, and they do not suspect they have a serious head injury, simple home remedies can ease their symptoms. Applying ice Applying ice to a black eye soon after the injury will help with the swelling and pain. People can administer...