Medications - Page 25

February 2, 2025

FDA approves opioid-free pain medication with 'no sign of addiction'

A new opioid-free pain medication was approved by the FDA on Thursday, marking a non-addictive alternative for patients. Doctors share what patients should know about the drug.

January 23, 2025

Ozempic’s health benefits keep growing, but are the risks worth it?

A major new study has revealed a long list of benefits and some little-known risks of Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications. Experts break down the findings.

January 22, 2025

Trump's Day One actions reversed Biden-era health policies, including efforts to expand ObamaCare

President Trump is rolling back Biden healthcare policies, such as expansions to the Affordable Care Act – a move Democrats described as an "attack" on the federal program.

January 15, 2025

FDA bans red food dye due to potential cancer risk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially banned red dye — called Red 3, or Erythrosine — from foods, dietary supplements and ingested medicines, as reported on Wednesday.

January 5, 2025

Ozempic ‘microdosing’ is the new weight-loss trend: Should you try it?

A new trend gaining popularity among people trying to lose weight is microdosing the diabetes medication Ozempic. Experts weigh the pros and cons of the practice.

January 5, 2025

Botox for burping? Doctors use injections to treat ‘no-burp syndrome’

The inability to belch -- known as no burp syndrome -- can cause discomfort and detract from quality of life. Here's why some doctors are using Botox injections to cure the condition.

January 1, 2025

19 drug approvals in 2024 that had 'big clinical impact,' according to GoodRx

GoodRx released a list of 19 of the most influential drugs and vaccines approved by the FDA in 2024 to treat a variety of conditions. These medications are “slated to make a big clinical impact."

December 24, 2024

FDA approves first medication for obstructive sleep apnea, which also promotes weight loss

The FDA approved a new drug treatment for obstructive sleep apnea that improves the condition through weight loss. Sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel discusses the impact of the new development.

December 23, 2024

The year in cancer: Advances made in 2024, predictions for 2025

Four oncologists from the Sarah Cannon Research Institute in Tennessee shared with Fox News Digital what they see as the most notable accomplishments from 2024 and what's on the horizon for 2025.

December 18, 2024

Common pain reliever could cause medical complications in some people over 65, study suggests

A new study suggests that acetaminophen, also known as Tylenol, can cause complications in some people over age 65. Drs. Marc Siegel and Macie Smith comment on the findings.