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1 week ago | 
singlecare.com | Alyssa Sybertz |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Glipizide is a Type 2 diabetes medication that stimulates insulin production to lower blood sugar. You should avoid alcohol, simple carbohydrates, processed foods, and sugary drinks when you take glipizide. Eating foods rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats, plus exercising and taking glipizide 30 minutes before meals, can help maximize the effects.
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1 month ago | 
singlecare.com | Joy Emeh |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Linzess (linaclotide) is prescribed to treat gastrointestinal symptoms like constipation, particularly in people with irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C), chronic idiopathic constipation (CIC), and pediatric functional constipation. Linzess usually starts to relieve constipation within about one week of taking the medication. Improvements in other symptoms, such as abdominal bloating and pain, typically begin within four to twelve weeks.
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2 months ago | 
singlecare.com | Heidi Borst |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Omeprazole reduces stomach acid and is used for GERD and related conditions. Coffee stimulates acid production, so it’s best to wait 30 minutes to an hour after taking omeprazole for your morning cup of joe. To maximize the effectiveness of this medication, take it 30 minutes before meals, avoid certain foods and drinks, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Always consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice regarding GERD management and medication use.
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Jan 21, 2025 | 
singlecare.com | Heidi Borst |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Rybelsus contains semaglutide, the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy, but is taken orally rather than as an injection. It mimics the hormone GLP-1 to control blood sugar levels, slow stomach emptying, and signal satiety in the brain. High-carbohydrate foods, sugary snacks, spicy foods, acidic foods, high-fat foods, and alcohol can interfere with Rybelsus’s effectiveness and worsen gastrointestinal side effects.
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Dec 10, 2024 | 
singlecare.com | Leandra Beabout |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Trulicity and Ozempic are both GLP-1 agonists that are FDA-approved for treating Type 2 diabetes. They are also both prescribed off-label for weight loss. Ozempic may be more effective than Trulicity for blood sugar management and may also cause more or faster weight loss. Only a healthcare provider can determine the best equivalent dose when switching from Trulicity to Ozempic.
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Oct 7, 2024 | 
singlecare.com | Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Metformin is a popular prescription drug commonly prescribed to treat insulin resistance associated with Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Metformin reduces the liver’s glucose output, lowering blood sugar levels, but it typically won’t harm the liver. There have been reported cases of hepatotoxicity from patients taking metformin, but these are rare.
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Sep 27, 2024 | 
mdpi.com | Stephen Sinclair |Sean Shearen |Youssef Ghobrial |George Trad
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Jun 27, 2024 | 
singlecare.com | Lacey Muinos |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways CoQ10 is an antioxidant that your body produces naturally. It’s especially beneficial for heart health. Organ meats and reindeer meat are the richest food sources of CoQ10. CoQ10 is also found in chicken, beef, pork, fatty fish, nuts, seeds, oils, and some other foods. CoQ10 is also available as a supplement. Coenzyme Q10, also known as ubiquinol or CoQ10, is an antioxidant that the human body naturally produces.
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Jun 25, 2024 | 
singlecare.com | Joy Emeh |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Famotidine is an H2 receptor blocker that is FDA approved to treat conditions such as occasional heartburn, duodenal ulcers, GERD, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. How often and when you take famotidine depends on your medical condition. For occasional heartburn, it’s best to take famotidine 30 to 60 minutes before a meal. Two daily doses are common for other conditions—one in the morning and one at night.
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Jun 13, 2024 | 
singlecare.com | Leandra Beabout |Youssef Ghobrial
Key takeaways Stress alone cannot cause any form of anemia. Stress can impact healthy eating habits, food digestion, and immune system function. Left unchecked, its negative effects may raise your risk of developing anemia. A healthy diet can help combat stress and anemia, especially anemia caused by a vitamin deficiency. Stress management is crucial for preventing or managing many health problems, including anemia.
