Medications - Page 16

May 19

Weight-loss medications may also benefit common medical problem, study finds

GLP-1 agonists, medications commonly used for weight loss and type 2 diabetes, may also help reduce alcohol intake — an unexpected secondary benefit revealed in recent studies.

May 18

Biden battling 'most aggressive type' of prostate cancer with bone metastasis, medical expert says

Former President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an advanced form of prostate cancer that has a five-year survival rate of between 30% and 40%, according to a medical expert.

May 17

Weight loss, diabetes drugs can cause mood changes: What to know about behavioral side effects

Research on weight loss drugs like Ozempic shows varied results for mental health impacts, with some patients experiencing mood and personality changes.

May 15

Alzheimer's disease could be prevented by antiviral drug already on market

A new UVA study finds that HIV drugs like NRTIs may reduce Alzheimer's risk by 10% annually, suggesting potential for repurposing in dementia prevention.

May 14

Weight-loss drugs’ impact on cancer risk revealed in new study

Weight-loss drugs and bariatric surgery both have an impact on cancer risk. A new study breaks down the link and how GLP-1 RAs may help prevent the disease.

May 13

FDA's latest MAHA move would wipe out kids' fluoride prescriptions as health risk evidence mounts

The Food and Drug Administration is working to remove ingestible fluoride tablets and prescription for children from the market over health concerns.

May 13

Top 10 most expensive prescription drugs in the US by price and by sales volume

Following President Trump’s announcement on Monday of an executive order to cut prescription drug prices, experts share some of the most expensive medications.

May 12

FDA says ‘dangerous’ substance known as ‘gas station heroin’ poses major risk to young people

FDA Commissioner Martin Makary sounded the alarm on tianeptine, also known as "gas station heroin," and its growing adverse affects on the youth community.

May 12

Common household spice may interfere with medicines, study suggests

Cinnamon consumption in large amounts could interfere with medication effectiveness, according to recent research. A study examines health implications and differences between cinnamon types.

May 11

Top 10 'allergy capitals' of the US, plus 4 tips to manage symptoms

As allergy season kicks into high gear, a doctor provides tips to manage symptoms, as the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America reveals the 10 "allergy capitals" of the U.S.