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Statin Drugs May Be Dampening Your Sex Life

What you can do: If you’re on a statin and are experiencing a reduced ability to achieve orgasm, talk to your doctor. Your sexual health should factor into the risk/benefit equation for the drug.

Statin Drugs May Sap Your Energy

What you can do: If you take statins, consult your physician to decide if their benefits really outweigh the risks, especially if you take them to prevent, rather than treat, heart disease. Make sure you get regular exercise.

Heart Disease Drugs Don’t Help Diseased Hearts

What you can do: Take heart-health matters into your own hands, even if you’re taking medication for hypertension or high cholesterol.

5 Ways Drug Companies Are Tricking You

What you can do: Don’t rely on TV drug commercials to provide the risks associated with medications. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist about all potential side effects and drug interactions.

Heartburn Remedies Could Weaken Your Bones

What you can do: Learn to manage your heartburn symptoms and limit your need for high doses of acid-reducing drugs.

A Little Knowledge Eases Sexual Side Effects

What you can do: Talk to your doctor about side effects of antidepressants; consider other remedies to help you cut back on or eliminate medication.

Prescription Acne Drug Pulled from Shelves

What you can do: Eat a healthy diet, watch hormone-mimicking chemicals, and exercise.

5 Ways to Save on Prescription Drugs

What you can do: Explore other treatment options; ask for a prescription that has a lower co-pay.

Antidepressant Use Doubles in the U.S., but Do the Meds Work?

What you can do: Consider all your options for boosting your mood, including exercise, diet, and an appointment with a therapist.

Get Rid of Unused Prescription Drugs Without Contaminating Your Drinking Water

What you can do: Dispose of your expired medications properly, until laws are in place that require someone else to do it.