Browsing: Medication & Drugs

A team of Australian researchers has found no evidence that opioids are more effective than placebos in managing lower back pain in middle-aged individuals. 

The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) in Singapore has made a regulatory decision to withdraw pholcodine-containing products from the market. This ban affects the range of cough liquids and lozenges from the brand Duro-Tuss & Difflam.

The FDA warning about non-branded alternatives to Ozempic and Wegovy highlights the risks posed by unregulated options. 

Hay fever is a common condition affecting millions worldwide, causing symptoms such as sneezing, itching, and a runny nose. While there are many over-the-counter remedies available, some individuals turn to alternative treatments such as herbal teas. Recently, a Japanese health tea, advertised as “effective for hay fever,” has been found to contain the steroid dexamethasone, a potentially harmful substance.

In light of World Homeopathy Day, let’s explore what homoeopathy is and how it works. Read on to learn the answers to some of your questions.

The article discusses the rising death toll and vision loss linked to contaminated eye drops in the United States. More than 10 brands of artificial tears have been recalled, with most cases being linked to EzriCare and Delsam Pharma eye drops made by India-based Global Pharma Healthcare.

A drug called ruxolitinib, which has been touted as a “miracle” cream, has shown promise in treating vitiligo. Read more

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Medication use is associated with the risk for adverse drug reactions (ADRs). This article will focus on one of them.

Antibiotics can prevent and treat certain infections. Several types of antibiotics exist, find out more in this article.