Aspired Steps - Page 2

Chronic cough lasting more than 8 weeks is often caused by GERD, asthma, or upper airway cough syndrome. Learn the step-by-step diagnostic approach backed by current guidelines to find the real cause - and get relief without unnecessary tests.

Learn how the ABCDE rule helps spot melanoma early, why it sometimes misses cancer, and when to push for a biopsy. Know what changes to watch for - and when to act.

SGLT2 inhibitors help manage diabetes and protect the heart and kidneys, but canagliflozin may increase fracture risk. Learn who should avoid it, which alternatives are safer, and how to protect your bones.

Compounded medications are custom-made prescriptions for patients who can't use standard drugs due to allergies, dosage needs, or swallowing issues. Learn when they're necessary, how to find a safe pharmacy, and the risks involved.

Cymbalta (duloxetine) helps with depression, anxiety, and pain-but it’s not right for everyone. Learn how SSRIs, SNRIs, and non-medication options compare in effectiveness, side effects, and cost.

Montelukast helps control asthma and allergies, but common side effects include nausea, sleep problems, and mood changes. Learn how to recognize, manage, and when to seek help.

Oxybutynin helps manage overactive bladder in older adults but carries serious risks like confusion and falls. Safer alternatives like mirabegron and bladder training offer effective relief without the dangers.

Opioid-induced nausea affects 30-40% of users, but it doesn’t have to stop your treatment. Learn how antiemetics, timing, and diet adjustments can help you manage nausea without sacrificing pain relief.

Regular blood pressure monitoring is essential when taking azilsartan to ensure the medication is working and to catch dangerous changes early. Skipping checks can lead to uncontrolled hypertension and serious health risks.

Learn why many medicines make you sleepy, which drug classes are the biggest culprits, and practical steps to reduce medication‑induced drowsiness safely.

A comprehensive 2025 guide on donepezil, covering how it works, benefits, safety, comparisons with other drugs, monitoring tips, and FAQs for patients and caregivers.

Learn why combining SSRIs and NSAIDs raises GI bleeding risk and discover proven prevention tactics like PPIs, safer pain relievers, and risk‑assessment tools.