July 30th, 2009 by admin
An antidepressant is a psychiatric medication or other substance (nutrient or herb) used for alleviating depression or dysthymia (’milder’ depression). Drug groups known as MAOIs, tricyclics, and SSRIs are particularly associated with the term. These medications are now amongst the drugs most commonly prescribed by psychiatrists and as well as other physicians, and their effectiveness [...]
June 26th, 2009 by admin
Higher levels of vitamin D, synthesized in the skin after being exposed to the sun and located in oily fish, are linked with increased brain power among middle-aged men, according to a British study. The connection between increased vitamin D and rapid information processing “was more major in men aged over 60 years old, although [...]
May 5th, 2009 by admin
Patent expiration and competition from generic drug makers have the greatest impact on pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. With more than $20 billion in drug sales going off patent as of 2005 and a total of $100 billion expected to go off patent in the next five years. Pfizer’s Zoloft (Sertraline) brand sales over the years [...]
March 18th, 2009 by admin
Depression – the dreaded fear of everyone living under stress today. More often than not, we do tend to come across someone who is suffering from depression. Depression can change not only your life, but the lives of people around you. It will affect your loved ones as well as your near and dear ones. [...]