Health Videos

Zoloft (sertraline): A Review of Important Precautions and Side Effects

Tips for patients and their caregivers on how to safely use sertraline, and an overview of common side effects

• Zoloft

Mounjaro: Uses, How It Works, and Common Side Effects

Mounjaro injection is used to lower blood sugar levels and A1C levels in adults with type 2 diabetes. It is a once-weekly injection that should be used with diet and exercise. It is not used for type 1 diabetes.

• Mounjaro

Calf raise with dumbbell

The calf raise targets the calf muscles in the legs. See how it's done.

Atherosclerosis

Atherosclerosis is a disease in which fatty material is deposited on the wall of an artery.

• Heart Disease

Plank with fitness ball

You can do many core exercises with a fitness ball. See the plank.

Humira: Important Precautions and Side Effects

A discussion of common side effects and precautions related to Humira use.

• Humira

Cryotherapy of the esophagus

Cryotherapy video shows use of extreme cold treatment for Barrett's esophagus and esophageal cancer.

Health Fraud Awareness

FDA urges consumers to be on guard against fraudulent products claiming to treat, prevent, or cure a wide variety of medical conditions, including the H1N1 flu virus. In this Consumer Update video, FDA health fraud expert Gary Coody demonstrates fraudulent products removed from the market, and provides advice on how to spot and avoid health fraud.

Vraylar: Uses, How it Works & Common Side Effects

Vraylar capsules are used to treat types of bipolar I disorder, major depressive disorder and schizophrenia in specific adult patients. Common side effects may include sleepiness, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation, feeling tired, trouble sleeping, increased appetite, dizziness, involuntary muscle movements, feeling restless, upset stomach, difficulty moving, or slow movements.

• Vraylar

Start at the Store: Prevent Foodborne Illness

By starting at the store with safe food handling practice, consumers can play a major role in preventing foodborne illness. In this new Consumer Update video, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides tips for keeping food safe while guiding viewers through a grocery store.