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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What Happens If I Take 2 Meloxicam

Drugs Q & A

Meloxicam (Mobic): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 6, 2021 0

Meloxicam, sold under the brand name Mobic among others, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain and inflammation in rheumatic diseases and osteoarthritis.... Read more.

What Happens If I Take Double Dose Of Plavix 1

Drugs Q & A

What Happens If I Take Double Dose Of Plavix (Clopidogrel) 75mg?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 6, 2021 0

Plavix is a brand of clopidogrel, an antiplatelet medication used to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke in those at high risk. It is also used together... Read more.

What Happens If You Double Dose Antibiotics

Drugs Q & A

What Happens If You Double Dose Antibiotics?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 6, 2021 0

Antibiotics are powerful medicines that fight certain infections and can save lives when used properly. They either stop bacteria from reproducing or destroy them.... Read more.

Medicines

Xanax: Uses, When to Take, Side Effects, Addiction

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 5, 2021 0

What is Xanax? Xanax is the brand name for Pfizer’s brand of Alprazolam, a short-acting tranquilizer of the benzodiazepine class. Xanax is marketed by Pfizer an ... Read more.

How Long Does Xanax Stay in Your System

Drugs Q & A

How Long Does Xanax Stay in Your System

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 5, 2021 0

What is Xanax? Xanax is a brand of Alprazolam, a type of benzodiazepine which works by decreasing abnormal excitement in the brain. The Food and Drug Administration... Read more.

What is Sertraline Used For

Drugs Q & A

What is Sertraline Used For?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 5, 2021 0

Sertraline is a type of antidepressant sold under the brand name Zoloft among others. Sertraline is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor class of medication... Read more.

Can You Overdose On Sertraline 1

Drugs Q & A

Can You Overdose On Sertraline (Zoloft)?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 5, 2021 0

Sertraline belongs to a class of antidepressant known as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). It’s often used to treat depression, and also sometimes... Read more.

What Is Famotidine Used For

Drugs Q & A

What Is Famotidine Used For?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 5, 2021 0

Famotidine, sold under the brand name Pepcid among others, is an histamine H₂ receptor antagonist medication that decreases stomach acid production. Prescription... Read more.

Why is Famotidine taken At Night 1

Drugs Q & A

Why Famotidine (Pepcid) is Taken At Night?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 5, 2021 0

Famotidine, sold under the brand name Pepcid among others, is a histamine-2 blocker that works by decreasing the amount of acid the stomach produces. Famotidine... Read more.

Pill Identifier

What Is An I 7 Pill?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 4, 2021 0

The white capsule shaped pill with the imprint I 7 has been identified as a brand of Ibuprofen 600 mg supplied by Granules India Limited. Ibuprofen belongs to a... Read more.