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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Pill Identifier

What is B707 Blue Pill? Uses, Side Effects

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

The blue rectangle pill with the imprint B 7 0 7 has been identified as a brand of Alprazolam (Xanax) containing 2 mg of the active ingredient. B 7 0 7 ... Read more.

Benzodiazepines

Pharmaceuticals

What Are Benzodiazepines?

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

Benzodiazepines refers to a class of drugs primarily used for treating anxiety, but they also are effective in treating several other conditions. They work by regulating... Read more.

magic mushrooms

Magic mushrooms

Magic Mushrooms (Shrooms) Effects and Risks

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 2, 2021 0

Magic mushrooms, also known as psilocybin mushrooms or simply shrooms, are a type of fungi that contain psychoactive compounds such as psilocybin and psilocin. These... Read more.

Ecstasy

What Is Ecstasy (MDMA/Molly)?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 2, 2021 0

What is MDMA? MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy or Molly, is a synthetic psychoactive drug (3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine) that is chemically similar to both... Read more.

Zoloft Causing Lump In Throat Feeling

Drugs Q & A

Why Is Zoloft Causing Lump In Throat Feeling?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 1, 2021 0

What is Zoloft? Zoloft is a brand of Sertraline, a class of antidepressants called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). It works by increasing the amounts... Read more.

What Is The Most Xanax A Doctor Can Prescribe

Drugs Q & A

What Is The Most Xanax A Doctor Can Prescribe For A Patient?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 1, 2021 0

What is Xanax? Alprazolam (Xanax) is an antianxiety medication belonging to a class of medications known as benzodiazepines. Xanax works by decreasing abnormal excitement... Read more.

What Are The Active Ingredients In Midol

Drugs Q & A

What Are The Active Ingredients In Midol?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 1, 2021 0

Midol is an acetaminophen based over the counter medication used for menstrual pain relief and for the alleviation of a variety of menstrual symptoms. Premenstrual... Read more.

Is Tizanidine Zanaflex A Narcotic

Drugs Q & A

Is Tizanidine (Zanaflex) A Narcotic?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 1, 2021 0

Tizanidine, sold under the brand name Zanaflex, Sirdalud among others, is a medication that is used to relieve the spasms and increased muscle tone caused by multiple... Read more.

How Many Pills Can Kill You

Medication Safety

How Many Pills Can Kill You?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 1, 2021 0

Each year, thousands of people including over 50,000 U.S. children visit the Emergency Department because they swallowed something potentially dangerous. Medicines... Read more.

How Long Does It Take For Lexapro To Work

Drugs Q & A

How Long Does It Take Lexapro (Escitalopram) To Kick In?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD July 1, 2021 0

What is Lexapro? Escitalopram, sold under the brand names Cipralex and Lexapro, among others, is a prescription drug used to treat depression in adults and children... Read more.