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CBD Dosages for Vape, Oil, Tincture, and More
Content reviewed by Sarah Neidler, Ph.D. Written by Dave Kriegel. Since there is no universal recommended dosage for CBD, finding the right one for you isn’t an easy task. There are a number of factors that go into determining your personal dosage to get the results you are seeking from CBD.
UCSF's Stad Center Will Cater to Pain Management in Pediatric Sickle Cell
The UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospitals in California has announced the addition of the Stad Center for Pediatric Pain, Palliative & Integrative Medicine, which is tailored for treating pain in children with disorders such as sickle cell disease. Harboring one of the most innovative and comprehensive programs of its kind in the U.S., the Stad Center was established following a $3 million gift from Elisa and Marc Stad.
Diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by declining mental abilities that affect a person’s memory, cognition, and personality. It is the most common cause of dementia. As a complex condition, Alzheimer’s lacks a simple diagnostic test. Rather, diagnosis consists of assessing an individual’s pertinent medical history, signs and symptoms, lab tests, and brain imaging.
The (Political) Science of Salt
“Science … warns me to be careful how I adopt a view which jumps with my preconceptions, and to require stronger evidence for such belief than for one to which I was previously hostile.
Aids and Adaptations
Parkinson’s disease is characterized by involuntary tremors, stiffness, slowed movement, and impaired balance. These symptoms can interfere with daily activities, such as eating, showering, and dressing. Personal care aids and adaptations can increase independence and improve the quality of life of patients with Parkinson’s disease. Walking assistance Grab rails and handrails for stairs and walls can provide support and reduce the risk of falls.
Whole Body Vibration Therapy – SMA News Today
Whole-body vibration (WBV) is a therapy intended to improve muscle strength and overall fitness. In spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), WBV is investigated as a method to improve motor function and mobility. WBV can also be used in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and is well-tolerated. DMD is a genetic condition that leads to progressive deterioration of muscle fibers. How WBV therapy works During WBV, the person sits or lies on a machine with a vibrating platform.
Diastat (Diazepam Rectal Gel) – Dravet Syndrome News
Diastat (diazepam rectal gel) is a rescue medicine that is used in emergency situations to stop acute repetitive seizures. It is marketed by Bausch Health, formerly known as Valeant Pharmaceuticals. The medicine is approved by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of refractory seizures. In Dravet syndrome patients, it is commonly used to quickly stop a seizure before it progresses to status epilepticus. Diastat is not intended to replace daily anticonvulsants.
Nayzilam (USL261) – Dravet Syndrome News
Nayzilam (USL261) is a nasally administered midazolam formulation. It was developed by Proximagen; however, UCB acquired the rights to the medication in April 2018. Midazolam was approved by the U. S. Food and Drug Administration for the induction of general anesthesia and preoperative sedation, anxiolysis (an anti-anxiety agent), and amnesia.
Seizure Diaries - Dravet Syndrome News
Dravet syndrome is a severe form of epilepsy characterized by seizures starting from early infancy. Keeping a seizure diary is recommended for Dravet patients to track their seizures and identify possible seizure triggers. What is a seizure diary? A seizure diary is a useful — and arguably essential — tool to record information about Dravet syndrome or other types of epilepsy. Before starting a diary, the information that should be recorded should be discussed with a doctor or nurse.
Diacomit (Stiripentol) – Dravet Syndrome News
Diacomit (stiripentol) is an anticonvulsant treatment marketed by Biocodex. The antiseizure medication is used as an adjunctive, or add-on, therapy for patients with Dravet syndrome. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) designated Diacomit an orphan drug for Dravet syndrome in 2001 and approved its use in the EU in 2007.
Klonopin (Clonazepam) – Dravet Syndrome News
Klonopin (clonazepam) is an anticonvulsant medication that is used to control various types of seizures and panic attacks. It is marketed by Genentech. The medicine may be of benefit in treating seizures in patients with Dravet syndrome. How Klonopin works Klonopin works as a GABA agonist, or a molecule that acts in the same way as GABA. GABA is a neurotransmitter, a signaling molecule in the brain that inhibits the activity of brain cells.
SPN-817 (Previously BIS-001) – Dravet Syndrome News
SPN-817 (formerly, BIS-001) is an experimental treatment for Dravet syndrome. The medication contains a synthetic version of huperzine A, an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that naturally occurs in the plant Huperzia serrata, commonly known as Chinese, or toothed, club moss. Huperzine A has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat pain, inflammation, and cognitive disorders. Biscayne Neurotherapeutics initially developed this potential treatment as BIS-001.
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