https://patient.info/health/rss Latest updates from Patient.info PatientInformationLeaflet Copyright 2026 Patient.info Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a metabolic condition that affects how the ovaries work. It can cause symptoms such as weight gain, excess hair growth, period problems, and can impact fertility. https://patient.info/womens-health/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-leaflet doc_4585 2026-05-12T23:00:00.000Z Struggling to focus. Starting tasks but not finishing them. Feeling constantly distracted, overwhelmed, restless, or as though your mind never switches off. For some people, these experiences may be linked to Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) - a neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, organisation, impulse control, energy levels, and day-to-day routines. ADHD is often associated with childhood, but many people are not recognised until adulthood. In some cases, symptoms may have been misunderstood, masked, or attributed to stress, anxiety, personality, or simply being “busy”. This screening tool is designed to help you reflect on common traits associated with ADHD in adults. It can help you understand whether it may be worth speaking to a healthcare professional. https://patient.info/brain-nerves/adhd-self-assessment-tool 2FIG37MceRSL4ziE7DUNP1 2026-05-12T23:00:00.000Z Taking Rinvoq (upadacitinib) with cannabis can increase the amount of Rinvoq in your bloodstream. This may increase your risk of experiencing side effects from the medication, such as infections, nausea, or changes in your blood counts. Additionally, both substances can affect your liver; using them together may put extra strain on liver function. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/2-5mg-and-rinvoq-interaction dba235cb598a410cb5a5ac6a3a3eb172 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z Taking alcohol with Palexia (tapentadol) can lead to dangerous levels of sleepiness, breathing difficulties, and a high risk of accidental overdose. Alcohol can also cause the medicine to be released into your bloodstream too quickly (known as 'dose dumping'), which can be fatal. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/100-and-palexia-interaction 3f6b3989dbe7466d91b8f788d9bba589 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z You are asking about using two patches of the same medication (buprenorphine) at the same time. This is effectively a double dose, which significantly increases the risk of dangerous side effects such as severe drowsiness, breathing difficulties, and accidental overdose. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/15-and-20ug-h-transdermal-interaction af61a8e3fa7b40499d12724881a197e7 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z There are no known direct interactions between biotin and isosorbide mononitrate. Biotin is a B-vitamin (B7) used for hair, skin, and nail health, while isosorbide mononitrate is a nitrate medication used to prevent chest pain (angina). They work in completely different ways in the body and do not interfere with each other's absorption or breakdown. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/biotin-and-isosorbide-mononitrate-interaction 6cc14e61804242f5b3f842ed8e562b83 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z Taking ciprofloxacin and Entresto together can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems. It may also cause your blood pressure to drop too low or affect your kidney function. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/ciprofloxin-and-entresto-interaction c0f3070d19004d7d856b312a269565d1 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z Lansoprazole reduces the amount of acid in your stomach. Danazol needs a certain level of stomach acid to be absorbed properly into your bloodstream. Taking these together may mean your body does not absorb enough danazol, making it less effective at treating your condition. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/danazol-and-lanzoprole-interaction a36ddf24be6c439a93b454d26fc3eaa6 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z Taking chlorzoxazone and naproxen together can increase your risk of developing stomach problems, such as irritation, stomach ache, or even stomach ulcers and bleeding. Both medicines can also make you feel drowsy or dizzy, and taking them together may make these side effects more noticeable. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/chlorzoxazone-and-naproxen-interaction 3ea29094a3fe44129a3d629535210346 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z Combining metronidazole with an intravenous infusion containing alcohol (ethanol) can cause a 'disulfiram-like reaction'. This makes you feel very unwell, with symptoms like severe nausea, vomiting, a pounding headache, fast heartbeat, and flushing of the face. https://patient.info/medication-interactions/intravenous-infusion-carelide-and-metronidazole-interaction c3a792015c9f4353a05731dfcdcffbb7 2026-05-12T00:00:00.000Z