In addition, thiazolidinediones have several other potential side effects, which make them less appealing as initial or second step therapy. (See 'Cardiovascular effects' below and 'Safety' below.). The pharmacology and use of thiazolidinediones will be reviewed here.
Alcohol impairs brain areas such as the cerebellumâthe control site for your balance and coordinationâand your cerebral cortex, which is responsible for thinking, memory, and learning, says Kimberly S. Walitzer, Ph.D., deputy director of the University at Buffaloâs Research Institute on Addictions.
Even an individualâs general health status has an impact on the extent that alcohol can affect the brain. A personâs age, gender, genetics and family history of alcoholism also play a role. You donât have to engage in serious alcohol and drug abuse to have your brain be impacted by them either.