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Tag: Alternative medications

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Understanding What Is the New Alternative to Zopiclone for Insomnia

4 min read
While insomnia affects 30–50% of people short-term, with chronic cases impacting 5–10% of the population, medications like zopiclone have fallen out of favor due to dependency risks and side effects. This has led to the development of new, targeted drug classes, presenting an important new alternative to zopiclone for patients seeking safer, more effective sleep solutions.

What to do if Ubrelvy doesn't work? Understanding your options

5 min read
According to the American Headache Society, an individual migraine treatment may fail for a number of reasons, including incorrect diagnosis or unidentified triggers. If you find yourself in the position of asking **what to do if Ubrelvy doesn't work**, there is a wide range of alternative treatments and management strategies available to explore.

Is Modecate Still Available? An Update on Fluphenazine Decanoate

4 min read
In 2017, the manufacturer announced the permanent discontinuation of the brand-name drug **Modecate** due to manufacturing issues with its active ingredient, fluphenazine decanoate. Since its official market withdrawal, patients and healthcare providers have had to navigate medication changes and potential shortages.

What Can Be Taken Instead of Valacyclovir?

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Over 12% of the US population aged 14–49 has HSV-2, the virus causing genital herpes, with many managing outbreaks with valacyclovir. However, for various reasons like cost, dosing convenience, or specific side effects, individuals may need to consider what can be taken instead of valacyclovir.