May 2023 Archive — What We Published on Pharmstore.com

May 2023 brought a mix of practical health guides, drug safety notes, and easy wellness tips. If you missed the posts that month, this page pulls the main takeaways so you can find what matters fast. Expect clear advice, quick actions, and a heads-up on risks to discuss with your doctor.

Supplements, skin care and gentle movement

We covered two plant-based supplements that readers asked about: white hellebore and rye grass. White hellebore posts focused on digestion, inflammation control, and immune support — with a reminder to check interactions and dosages with a healthcare pro. Rye grass was highlighted for its nutrient density and a simple tip: start with a low daily dose and monitor how your digestion responds.

On skin care, a short guide showed how facial massage helps chapped skin by improving blood flow, removing dead cells, and encouraging natural oils. The practical tip: use gentle circular motions for 5 minutes with a mild oil after cleansing. For movement, we recommended short Tai Chi sessions to ease muscle stiffness and improve balance — try 10 minutes a day to feel the difference.

Drug effects, treatment notes and safety reminders

Several posts dug into how medicines affect more than their target symptoms. One piece described links between fludrocortisone and brain function, noting early research that observed changes in mood and memory in specific patient groups. Another looked at risperidone and immune response, pointing out that antipsychotics can change inflammation markers and immune activity — something to watch during long-term use.

We flagged clear safety issues: valproic acid has notable risks in pregnancy, so anyone planning a baby should talk to their clinician before making changes. Velpatasvir users got straightforward diet advice: avoid alcohol and heavy fatty meals that interfere with liver recovery while on antiviral therapy. For rare conditions, lenalidomide was discussed as a promising option for POEMS syndrome, with the note that treatment choice depends on each patient's situation.

We also ran accessible context pieces: a short history of ampicillin to explain how antibiotics evolved, a look at amantadine’s limits in practice (side effects and resistance), and a post on fumarate’s role in liver energy pathways and detox processes — useful for people thinking about liver-supporting strategies.

Want to read specific posts? Use the links on this archive to jump to full articles. If a topic touches on a condition you have, print the post and bring it to your next appointment — it makes those conversations easier and safer.

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