Articles by Sherry Chandler

The Ideal Blood Pressure for a 52-Year-Old Male

Published May,14 2018 | By Sherry Chandler

Current medical opinion defines normal resting blood pressure for everyone over the age of 18 as lower than 120/80 mmHg.

How Does Mucinex Work?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sherry Chandler

Mucinex is the brand name of an over-the-counter medication for relieving chest congestion. The active ingredient is guaifenesin, an expectorant. Mucinex comes in a variety of formulations containing guaifenesin combined with other ingredients, such as cough suppressants, antihistamines and fever reducers.

Symptoms of High Creatinine Levels

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sherry Chandler

Creatinine is a waste product of muscle metabolism. When muscles work, they break down proteins, including the amino acid creatine, to produce energy. Most creatine is consumed but about 2 percent enters the bloodstream as creatinine. The kidneys remove most creatinine.