May 2025 MedPlusMart Archive: Top Drug News & Health Tips

If you visited MedPlusMart in May, you saw a mix of urgent drug alerts and handy wellness guides. We broke down what happened with Zantac, explained why levetiracetam can mess with your mood, showed safe ways to combine butylscopolamine, and highlighted three cheap supplements for thyroid health. Here’s the quick rundown.

Drug Safety Alerts

The biggest story was the Zantac recall. After years of use, ranitidine‑based heartburn pills were pulled because they can turn into a probable carcinogen when stored warm. Our article walked you through the timeline, why regulators acted fast, and which over‑the‑counter options are safest right now. We also gave tips on lifestyle changes that reduce heartburn without meds.

Next up was levetiracetam, an epilepsy drug many patients take daily. You might have heard friends complain about sudden mood swings or constant fatigue. We dug into the SV2A protein theory, shared real‑world stories, and listed practical steps—like timing doses with meals or talking to a doctor about dose tweaks—to keep those side effects in check.

Butylscopolamine isn’t as famous, yet it’s used for stomach cramps. People often wonder if they can mix it with painkillers or antibiotics. Our guide listed the most common drug combos, flagged risky pairings (like certain antihistamines), and gave a cheat‑sheet of safety tricks you can use at home.

Supplements & Wellness

If you’re dealing with thyroid issues, we highlighted three budget‑friendly supplements: iodine, selenium, and ashwagandha. Each one supports a different part of thyroid function—iodine fuels hormone production, selenium protects the gland from oxidative stress, and ashwagandra helps balance hormones when stress is high.

We didn’t just list them; we explained how much to take, when to avoid them (for example, too much iodine can backfire), and what you might feel after a few weeks. The goal was to give you clear steps without overwhelming science jargon.

All these posts share one thing: practical advice you can act on today. Whether you’re looking for safer heartburn meds, trying to keep levetiracetam side effects under control, or boosting thyroid health with supplements, we’ve covered the basics and added real‑life tips that work.

Remember, medication changes should always involve your healthcare provider. The information here helps you ask better questions and understand what’s happening behind the scenes.

Got more questions after reading? Drop a comment on any article or search our database for deeper details. We update regularly, so stay tuned for the next round of drug safety news and wellness guides.