Dr Mudassar khan

05/11/2026

Escitalopram, commonly known by the brand name Lexapro, is an SSRI antidepressant prescribed for major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder.

In this video, we explain what escitalopram does, how it works, its medical uses, potential benefits, common side effects, and important safety warnings.

You'll learn:
- What escitalopram is
- How Lexapro works
- Its uses for depression and generalized anxiety disorder
- Common side effects
- Important suicidal-thoughts warning
- What serotonin syndrome means
- Potential heart-rhythm concerns
- Why you should not stop taking it suddenly

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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01/11/2026

Metoprolol is a beta-blocker commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, angina, and certain heart conditions. Some formulations are also used for heart failure and after a heart attack.

In this video, we explain what metoprolol does, how it works, its medical uses, potential benefits, common side effects, and important safety warnings.

You'll learn:
- What metoprolol is
- How beta-blockers affect heart rate and blood pressure
- Its common medical uses
- Potential cardiovascular benefits
- Common side effects
- Important heart-rate and blood-pressure warnings
- Why stopping metoprolol suddenly can be dangerous

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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01/11/2026

Sertraline, commonly known by the brand name Zoloft, is an SSRI antidepressant prescribed for depression, anxiety-related conditions, and several other mental health disorders.

In this video, we explain what sertraline does, its approved uses, potential benefits, common side effects, and important safety warnings.

You'll learn:
- What sertraline is
- How sertraline works
- Its uses for depression and anxiety-related conditions
- Common side effects
- Important suicidal-thoughts warning
- What serotonin syndrome means
- Why you should not stop sertraline suddenly

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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07/10/2026

Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that reduces stomach acid. It is commonly used for acid-related conditions, including gastroesophageal reflux disease and erosive esophagitis.

In this video, we explain what pantoprazole does, its common uses and potential benefits, side effects, and important considerations for longer-term use.

You’ll learn:
• What pantoprazole is
• How it reduces stomach acid
• Its common uses
• Potential benefits
• Common side effects
• Important long-term considerations
• Why medication interactions matter

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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06/10/2026

Gabapentin is a prescription medicine used for certain types of nerve pain and as an additional treatment for partial-onset seizures.

In this video, we explain what gabapentin does, its main uses, common side effects, and important safety warnings.

You’ll learn:
• What gabapentin is
• Its uses for nerve pain and seizures
• Common side effects
• Why dizziness and sleepiness matter
• Important breathing-related safety warnings
• Potential concerns when combined with other sedating medicines
• Why gabapentin should not be stopped suddenly without appropriate medical guidance
• Why kidney function can affect dosing

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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03/10/2026

Metformin is one of the most commonly used medicines for type 2 diabetes. It helps lower blood sugar by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity.

In this video, we explain what metformin does, its main benefits and uses, common side effects, vitamin B12 considerations, and important safety information.

You’ll learn:
• What metformin is
• How it helps control blood sugar
• Its role in type 2 diabetes
• Common stomach-related side effects
• Why vitamin B12 levels may matter
• Important kidney and safety considerations
• What lactic acidosis means

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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03/10/2026

03/10/2026

If you use omeprazole for heartburn or acid reflux, there are a few important things you should know. 💊

What Is Omeprazole?
Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach.

It is used for conditions such as:

Frequent heartburn

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Stomach and duodenal ulcers

Certain conditions involving excessive stomach acid

By reducing stomach acid, omeprazole can help relieve heartburn and allow acid-related irritation to heal.

⚠️ Common Side Effects:

Headache

Abdominal pain

Nausea

Diarrhea or constipation

🚨 Long-Term or High-Dose Use – Important Considerations:
Long-term or high-dose use can have important considerations, including an increased risk of certain problems such as:

Low magnesium levels (hypomagnesemia)

Vitamin B12 deficiency

Bone fractures with prolonged use

💊 Drug Interactions:
Omeprazole can also interact with certain medicines. Always tell your healthcare provider about all medications you are taking.

🛑 Don't Stop Without Medical Guidance:
If you're using omeprazole regularly for a long time, don't simply continue or stop treatment without appropriate medical guidance. Always follow the directions on your prescription or product label.

📌 This information is for educational purposes. Always consult your healthcare provider about your individual risks and treatment plan.

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02/10/2026

There are 3 pregnancy warning signs you should know about before they happen.

Number 1: You suddenly feel faint, confused, or extremely weak.

Number 2: You have severe vomiting and cannot keep fluids down, especially if you are becoming very weak or dehydrated.

Number 3: You have a seizure or suddenly lose consciousness.

These symptoms can have different causes, but some require urgent medical evaluation.

If a pregnant woman has a seizure, loses consciousness, has severe breathing problems, or appears seriously unwell, seek emergency medical help immediately.

Don’t try to diagnose the cause yourself.

Save this video and share it with someone who is pregnant.

02/10/2026

Levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone replacement medicine commonly used to treat hypothyroidism.

In this video, we explain what levothyroxine does, why it is used, how it is commonly taken, possible side effects, and important interactions that can affect how the medicine works.

You’ll learn:
• What levothyroxine is
• Why it is used for hypothyroidism
• How it replaces thyroid hormone
• Why consistent timing matters
• What can happen if the dose is too high
• How calcium and iron supplements can affect absorption
• Why thyroid blood tests are important

This video is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not replace official prescribing information or guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

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