Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD

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Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD

Dr. Oche is a seasoned Public Health specialist who holds a post graduate certificate in Pharmacology and Therapeutics, an MPH, and a PhD both from Texila American University. He is a member of the International Society of Substance Use Professionals and a Fellow of the Royal Society for Public Health in the UK. He authored two books: "The Unseen Terrorist," published by AuthorHouse UK, and "The Night Before I Killed Addiction."

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how much nac to take for covid

Drugs Q & A

How Much NAC Is Safe To Take For COVID-19

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 7, 2022 0

What is NAC? N-acetylcysteine (NAC) also known as Acetylcysteine is a medication that is used to treat paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose, and to loosen thick... Read more.

Why Was Trilostane Taken Off The Market

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Why Was Trilostane Taken Off The Market?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 6, 2022 0

Trilostane, more commonly known by the brand names Modrenal and Vetoryl among others, is a medication that has been used in the treatment of Cushing’s syndrome,... Read more.

Why Was Kenalog Taken Off The Market

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Why Was Kenalog Taken Off The Market?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 6, 2022 0

Triamcinolone is a glucocorticoid that is more commonly known by the brand names Kenalog-10 Kenalog-40, Aristocort, Aristocort Forte, Aristospan, Clinacort, Triamcot,... Read more.

Why Was Tri Luma Taken Off The Market

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Why Was Tri-Luma Taken Off The Market?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 6, 2022 0

Tri-Luma cream is a combination medication made by Galderma Laboratories and used for the short-term (8-week) treatment of dark spots caused by moderate-to-severe... Read more.

How long is too long with Fosamax

Drugs Q & A

How Long Is It Safe To Take Fosamax?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 6, 2022 0

Studies have shown that about 10 million adults in the United States over the age of 50 have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition defined by low bone density,... Read more.

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Drugs Q & A

Why Was Fosamax Taken Off The Market?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 6, 2022 0

Fosamax is an FDA-approved medication used to prevent or treat osteoporosis (a condition that causes brittle, weak bones) in women who’ve gone through menopause,... Read more.

Why Was Luvox Taken Off The Market 1

Drugs Q & A

Why Was Luvox Taken Off The Market?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 6, 2022 0

Luvox is a brand of fluvoxamine a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that is used primarily to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder in adults and children... Read more.

Medicines

Fucibet Cream: Uses, How it works, Side Effects, Reviews

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 5, 2022 0

Fucibet Cream is a combination product that contains the active ingredients betamethasone valerate 0.1%, which is an anti-inflammatory steroid, and fusidic acid... Read more.

Medicines

Syndol Tablets: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Addiction

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 5, 2022 0

Syndol is a combination medicine that helps to relieve muscle pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers causing pain, inflammation, and... Read more.

Why Was Migraleve Taken Off The Market

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Why Was Migraleve Taken Off The Market?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD February 5, 2022 0

Migraleve is a combination analgesic medication principally containing Paracetamol (acetaminophen), and codeine. Migraleve is used for the treatment of migraine... Read more.