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In recent months, Finasteride has become a highly controversial ingredient associated with several catastrophic complications. Most recognized for serving as the mechanism of action in both Propecia and Proscar, finasteride has been linked to the development of mental, physical, and sexual side effects. Each of which are said to resolve themselves upon discontinuation of…

As an anti-fungal antibiotic, Lamisil (generic: terbinafine hydrochloride) is indicated to assist in the treatment of infections caused by certain types of fungus that affect the fingernails and toenails. Of significant concern, however, are the side effects that have recently been associated with the oral applications of Lamisil. Patients receiving Lamisil treatment may significantly…

In recent months, 1,3-dimethylamylamine (DMAA) has served as the catalyst for intense investigations, as it may be responsible for influx of adverse health events. Subsequently, the ambiguous origins of the ingredient have caused regulatory agencies around the world to question its status as a dietary supplement. Accordingly, complications such as these have finally culminated…

The endocrine system is a network of glands, each of which secretes a type of hormone directly into the bloodstream to regulate a number of aspects in the body. Subsequently, the endocrine system is responsible for the regulation of various human functions. However, certain outside factors may interrupt the delicate balance of hormones distributed…

Sleeping pills are often administered in the presence of insomnia and other related sleep disorders. Subsequently, there is a wide variety of sleeping pills, prescription and generic, that assist patients in falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer. However, recent studies suggest that the introduction of sleeping pills for a prolonged period of time…

As dietary supplements continue to receive an increasing amount of scrutiny, distributers and manufactures of adulterated products face strict consequences for their actions. As witnessed in one of these latest transgressions, Bodybuilding.com’s chief executive Ryan DeLuca recently pleaded guilty to five misdemeanor counts of introduction and delivery of misbranded drugs into interstate commerce between…

Hypoplastic right heart syndrome (HRHS) is a rare congenital birth defect that is characterized by a critically underdeveloped right side of the heart. As a result, the heart is unable to circulate oxygenated blood throughout the body at an efficient rate. In this article we will discuss the signs and symptoms, causes and risk…

Regulatory agencies around the world have begun to question the status of dimethylamylamine (DMAA) after an influx of adverse events and ambiguous results continue to compound the current situation. As a result, intensive investigations have attempted to classify the questionable dietary supplement. The most recent of which witnessed a revolutionary discovery. According to the…