Medications - Page 19

Why microdosing Ozempic could become as common as taking a multivitamin

September 10, 2025

Why microdosing Ozempic could become as common as taking a multivitamin

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic show promise for multiple health conditions, as experts explore microdosing benefits for blood sugar control and longevity.

Trump administration targets big pharma for deceptive drug advertising

September 9, 2025

Trump administration targets big pharma for deceptive drug advertising

The Trump administration issued warnings to thousands of pharmaceutical companies to crack down on deceptive advertising.

Psychedelic drug popular in 1960s could ease anxiety as doctors share warnings

September 8, 2025

Psychedelic drug popular in 1960s could ease anxiety as doctors share warnings

A new study shows that LSD reduced anxiety symptoms in adults with generalized anxiety disorder, with 100-microgram doses proving most effective in a clinical trial.

'Next Ozempic' aims to deliver 30% weight loss with fewer side effects

September 8, 2025

'Next Ozempic' aims to deliver 30% weight loss with fewer side effects

Scientists have created a pre-clinical weight loss drug combining GLP-1, GIP, glucagon and peptide YY hormones to match bariatric surgery effectiveness.

COVID-19 infection risk cut 'significantly' with simple nasal spray, research finds

September 4, 2025

COVID-19 infection risk cut 'significantly' with simple nasal spray, research finds

A phase 2 study shows that azelastine nasal spray lowered coronavirus infection rates to 2.2% compared to 6.7%, researchers at Germany's Saarland University revealed.

Could GLP-1 weight-loss medications like Ozempic become the 'everything drug'?

September 2, 2025

Could GLP-1 weight-loss medications like Ozempic become the 'everything drug'?

Medical experts discuss whether GLP-1 medications, including Mounjaro and Zepbound, could become comprehensive treatments for multiple health conditions.

Legal group sues FDA over puberty blocker records, citing alleged Biden-era cover-up

August 29, 2025

Legal group sues FDA over puberty blocker records, citing alleged Biden-era cover-up

A new lawsuit seeks Biden-era records on puberty blockers after FDA documents revealed officials were recommending puberty blockers despite knowledge of the risks.

Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns

August 28, 2025

Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns

Scientists warn that over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen may fuel the antibiotic resistance crisis, especially in elder care facilities.

Weight-loss drugs could reduce symptoms of painful skin condition, study finds

August 28, 2025

Weight-loss drugs could reduce symptoms of painful skin condition, study finds

Researchers in France discovered that weight-loss medications could help treat hidradenitis suppurativa by reducing inflammation and mechanical friction in the skin.

Young lawyer dies after routine medical scan triggers fatal allergic reaction

August 25, 2025

Young lawyer dies after routine medical scan triggers fatal allergic reaction

A young woman died from a severe allergic reaction to iodinated contrast during a routine CT scan in Brazil, with such reactions occurring just once in every 5,000 to 10,000 cases.