Types of Long-Acting Inhaled Bronchodilators Long-acting inhaled bronchodilators -- such as long-acting beta-agonists (LABAs) and long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMAs) -- are used to treat patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). They function by expanding the airways and helping them stay expanded for a longer period of … [Read more...]
Birth Control Pills Series: The Devastating Side Effects
The first article of my blog series on Yaz, Yasmin, Ocella, Gianvi, Safyral, and Beyaz discussed how Yaz in particular was marketed to treat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)--before PMDD was even classified as a medical condition--so that the drug manufacturer, Bayer, could increase their profits. In this article, I will provide … [Read more...]