Amit Akirov, MD

The use of triptans is contraindicated in patients with migraine and a history of ischemic stroke or coronary artery disease, although there’s no substantial evidence that they directly increase the risk for vascular events.

The researchers’ goals were to evaluate the geographic differences of opioid administration and to examine how opioid administration was associated with respiratory depression.

Headache may be an early symptom of COVID-19, and identifying patients with characteristic features may help provide early isolation and treatment.

The Infectious Diseases Society of America, American Academy of Neurology, and American College of Rheumatology provided new clinical practice guidelines for Lyme disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Researchers evaluated the safety and efficacy of switching between upadacitinib and adalimumab in patients with rheumatoid arthritis with nonresponse or incomplete response to initial therapy.

Antiplatelet therapy may delay progression of COPD, decrease the risk for acute exacerbations, improve quality of life, and even reduce all-cause mortality.

Dietary supplements are usually advertised as safe despite limited or no data to support their efficacy or safety, and they are often taken without the supervision of a healthcare provider.