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 Drugs And Food Should Not Be Taken With Benzonatate

General Warnings

What Drugs And Food Should Not Be Taken With Benzonatate?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 29, 2023 0

Cough medications can interact with other drugs and food in various ways, which may affect their safety and effectiveness. As such, it’s important to take... Read more.

benzonatate warnings

General Warnings

10 Benzonatate Warnings You Should Not Ignore

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 29, 2023 0

Benzonatate is a medication used to relieve coughs caused by colds, flu, and other respiratory infections. It is a non-narcotic cough suppressant that works by numbing... Read more.

Do Xanax Cause Hiccups

Drugs Q & A

Does Xanax Cause Hiccups?

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 29, 2023 0

Hiccups happen when a person’s intake of air becomes momentarily blocked. When a hiccup forms, it is because of a sudden, involuntary contraction of... Read more.

UCLA OB GYN James Heaps

Drug News

UCLA Doctor Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse of Patients

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

CNN reported on April 26th that James Heaps, a former OB-GYN at the University of California Los Angeles, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for sexually abusing... Read more.

Medicines

Zuvamor: Uses, Benefits, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

What is Zuvamor? Zuvamor is a brand-name medication that contains the active ingredient rosuvastatin. It belongs to a class of drugs called statins, which are used... Read more.

Chloramex Ophthalmic Ointment

Medicines

Chloramex Ophthalmic Ointment: Uses, Benefits, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

Chloramex Ophthalmic Ointment is a medication that is commonly used to treat eye infections. It contains the active ingredient chloramphenicol, which is an antibiotic... Read more.

How Does Chantix Work To Help People Quit Smoking

Drugs Q & A

How Does Chantix Work To Help People Quit Smoking

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

Chantix, also known as varenicline, is a medication that is used to Chantix is a prescription medication used to help people quit smoking. It was first approved... Read more.

Naltrexone Over The Counter

Drugs Q & A

40 Locations Where You Can Buy Naltrexone Over The Counter

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

Naltrexone is a medication that is used to treat alcohol and opioid dependence. It is a prescription medication that requires a licensed healthcare provider to prescribe... Read more.

Harm Reduction Strategies

Mental Health

10 Commonly Used Harm Reduction Strategies With Examples

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

https://youtu.be/tMF9Cfn_SRk What is harm reduction? Harm reduction is defined is an approach that seeks to reduce the negative consequences of a behavior, substance... Read more.

Celebrities With Drug Addictions Problems

Illicit drugs

29 A-List Celebrities With Drug Addiction Problems

by Dr. Oche Otorkpa PG Cert, MPH, PhD April 28, 2023 0

Drug addiction is a major problem that can affect anyone, regardless of their social status, profession or age. Celebrities, in particular, are not immune to this... Read more.