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By Andrew Kantor

Did you know that hot weather doesn’t mix with some medications? If you take antidepressants, stimulants (for, say, ADHD), diuretics (for high blood pressure), anticholinergics, beta blockers (for heart issues), you might find some unexpected side effects during the summer.

Some of them make it harder for your body to regulate its temperature, raising your risk of heat exhaustion — often by reducing your ability to sweat properly. Others, including some antibiotics, can make you more sensitive to the sun.

Don’t risk exhaustion, heat stroke, or even serious sunburn. Find out if the meds you take might require a few extra precautions.

The good news is that you don’t need to wait (and pay) for a doctor’s appointment to find out if you might be affected. Just ask your pharmacist. They’re

By Andrew Kantor

Back around 20 years ago, women got a scare when they were told that hormone therapy could increase their risk of cancer. But it turns out the people who released that info were bureaucrats, not the scientists doing the study. They were half wrong — and it’s a major half.

It seems that — after a 20-year study of 160,000 women — there’s a very big difference depending on the type of hormone therapy.

Estrogen plus progestin therapy does seem to lead to an increased cancer risk, but estrogen-only therapy not only doesn’t have that cancer risk, but can reduce it as well as coronary heart disease.

In addition to its beneficial effects on menopause symptoms (which are widely acknowledged), the new study found that, after an average of

By Emily Durham, MS, CPhT, Vice President of Business Development, Revelation Pharma Corporation

Would it surprise you to know that as far back as 4,000 years ago, intentional castration was used to create eunuchs and control sexual function? What if I told you the ancient Romans ingested animal testes to promote fertility and strength?

It is apparent that ancient societies understood the effect of testicular function on energy, libido, sexual function, and masculinity. It wasn’t until 40 centuries later, in 1929, that testosterone was first isolated, and four years after that in 1935 that the first studies were published on the chemical synthesis of testosterone. This led to the introduction of testosterone injections and pellets for use in male patients for energy, strength, fertility, and erectile function — what we call testosterone deficiency today.

Great news for the fellas, but probably not for the ladies, right? Not so fast! As

By Zoom Heaton RPh, CDCES, ABAAHP, FAAMFM
Clinical Liaison — Women's Health, Revelation Pharma

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine disorder that affects women of reproductive age worldwide. As healthcare practitioners, it is essential to adopt a holistic and integrative approach to the management of PCOS to address its multifaceted nature. In this blog, we will explore the principles of integrative medicine and provide practical strategies for treating PCOS from a comprehensive perspective.

PCOS is not just about reproductive or hormonal issues; it involves a combination of metabolic, hormonal, and psychological factors. Integrative medicine views the body as a whole system, recognizing the interconnectedness of various physiological functions. By treating the underlying imbalances and supporting overall health, we can better manage PCOS and improve patients' quality of life.

Integrative Treatment Approaches