by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. I recently received a phone call from a man who wanted to know about the ototoxicity of Gabapentin, because his doctor had prescribed it for his tinnitus. I explained to him that researchers have now concluded that Gabapentin (Neurontin) is no more effective than a placebo for tinnitus relief (1). Why […]
Ototoxic Drugs
Addicted to Nasal Drugs?
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. Millions of Americans take nasal sprays to try to alleviate the symptoms of the common cold. Unfortunately, in so doing, they become addicted to such drugs. When they try to stop taking these drugs,, their sinuses clog up, and they have trouble breathing. Thus, they go on month after month, year […]
We’re Taking Too Many Medications! Here’s Why
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. Each year more and more people are damaging their ears from taking ototoxic drugs. Why? Simply this. People are taking more and more drugs, and the law of averages says that the more you take, the greater your chances of having adverse side effects. Dr. John Abramson of Harvard Medical School, […]
Fluoxetine, Tinnitus and Hearing Loss
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A lady wrote: I was prescribed Fluoxetine (Prozac) for fibromyalgia. I took it for 7 days before contacting my Rheumatologist about the tinnitus and other disturbing side- effects. He seemed surprised that this medication would cause tinnitus, but said to stop taking it. Forty-eight hours later the tinnitus stopped and I […]
Seven Safe Treatments for Ear Infections
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. A man took me to task. He wrote, You keep saying what cannot be used for ear infections, but you do not mention what can be used. It would enlighten us all if you explained some safe treatments for ear infections. You’re right. I’m not being very helpful, am […]
Safe or Sorry?—Being Informed Is the Key
by Neil Bauman, Ph.D. “If it’s to be, it’s up to me.” This was one of the slogans I heard repeatedly in one multi-level company I was once a part of. The meaning is clear. If you want something to happen, you have to make it happen yourself. Don’t expect someone else to do it. […]