What’s the difference between albendazole and mebendazole?

Both drugs are antiparasitics used to treat helminths (worm-type parasites). Mebendazole is mainly sequestered in the gut lumen (95% is secreted in the feces) and is excellent at killing parasites that are only in the intestinal tract such as: pinworms whipworms hookworms roundworms Albendazole on the other hand is readily absorbed into the systemic circulation… Continue reading What’s the difference between albendazole and mebendazole?

I take ibuprofen and steroids for arthritis. Everytime I try to stop my steroids, my joints all swell up and it hurts especially in the morning. My doctor now has me taking steroids indefinitely what should I be concerned about?

Ibuprofen has been shown to increase the likelihood of stomach ulcers because it thins the protective mucous lining of your stomach.  You and your doctor should be aware of how much ibuprofen you are taking to minimize any chance of stomach ulcers.  In addition, steroids, such as prednisone, decrease the normal absorption of calcium and… Continue reading I take ibuprofen and steroids for arthritis. Everytime I try to stop my steroids, my joints all swell up and it hurts especially in the morning. My doctor now has me taking steroids indefinitely what should I be concerned about?