Blood Pressure
High Blood Pressure is a silent killer. It can cause heart attacks, kidney disease, and strokes. Here at the Wilshire Family Medical Clinic we can diagnose and treat this disease effectively and rapidly.
Opioid Addiction / Dependence
SUBOXONE® (buprenorphine and naloxone) Sublingual Film (CIII) is a prescription medicine used to treat adults who are addicted to (dependent on) opioid drugs (either prescription or illegal) as part of a complete treatment program that also includes counseling and behavioral therapy. There are other medication that can help opioid addiction like Sublicade®, Zubsolv® and there are generic medications available.
Opioid dependence is a chronic disease that causes changes in the brain. Like other chronic diseases, help may be available for opioid dependence. One option for treatment of opioid dependence is to use medication, counseling, and behavioral therapy together.
Buprenorphine/naloxone is a combination medication that can be used to treat opioid dependence (addiction). Patients can take the medication once daily to help control withdraw side effects. Buprenorphine/naloxone tablets or sublingal strips also contain naloxone (Narcan) which is an opioid antagonist.
Opioid dependence can be treated. Talking with our team is the first step to sobriety.
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Coronavirus Facts
Important facts to reduce covid-19 exposure.
Flu
The best way to slow the spread of the flu is by getting your flu shots early. Try not to touch your eyes, nose, and mouth, because germs are spread that way. Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Diabetes
Diabetes is a medical condition in which blood sugar is too high. When your blood sugar is elevated it can cause many health issues. It is important to make appointment if you believe you have Diabetes.
Wellness Exams
The Annual Wellness Visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan may help prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors.