Author: Colin Winthrop

October 30 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Can Aspirin Help Your Ears? The Real Benefits for Hearing and Ear Health

Aspirin may help protect hearing by reducing inflammation and improving blood flow in the inner ear. Learn how low doses can support ear health, reduce noise-induced hearing loss, and ease tinnitus-without the risks of high doses.

October 28 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Nurofen vs. Other Pain Relievers: What Works Best and Why

Nurofen (ibuprofen) isn't the only pain relief option. Learn how paracetamol, naproxen, aspirin, and topical gels compare in effectiveness, safety, and cost - and which one's right for your pain.

October 27 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Can Pancrelipase Help with Food Allergies? What the Science Says

Pancrelipase helps digest food but doesn't stop allergic reactions. Learn why it can't treat food allergies and what actually works instead.

October 26 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Anticholinergic Drugs and Urinary Retention: Risks, Signs & Management

Learn why anticholinergic drugs can cause urinary retention, who is most at risk, how to compare drug safety, and practical steps to monitor and prevent this side effect.

October 25 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Allopurinol & Azathioprine Interaction: Risks, Management & Safe Prescribing

Learn why combining allopurinol with azathioprine can be deadly, how to adjust doses, monitor labs, and when the combo is safely used in IBD.

October 24 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Promethazine vs Alternatives: Detailed Comparison of Antihistamines & Antiemetics

A practical guide comparing Promethazine with common antihistamine and anti‑emetic alternatives, covering uses, dosing, side effects, and safety tips.

October 23 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Stress and Obesity: Why It Leads to Weight Gain & Practical Coping Strategies

Explore how chronic stress fuels obesity, the hormonal and behavioral pathways involved, and practical steps to manage stress and prevent weight gain.

October 22 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Sorafenib Therapy: Debunking 7 Common Myths

Clear up the most common sorafenib myths, learn how to manage side effects, dosing, labs, and drug interactions for safer therapy.

October 21 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Melphalan Dosing and Administration Guide for Healthcare Professionals

A practical guide covering melphalan dosing calculations, administration routes, dose adjustments for organ dysfunction, safety handling, monitoring, and FAQs for healthcare professionals.

October 21 2025
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Colin Winthrop

Magnesium Hydroxide in Water Purification: Benefits, Dosage & Best Practices

Learn how magnesium hydroxide works in water purification, from pH adjustment to metal precipitation, with dosage formulas, practical tips, and a comparison table.