Category: Drugs
SLU-PP-332: A New Pill That Can Help You Lose Weight and Improve Your Fitness Without Physical Exertion
For ages, health and fitness have been intrinsically linked to the ethos of physical activity, determination, and unwavering discipline. From the meticulous training regimes of ancient warriors to today’s …
Researchers Develop a Genetic Test to Identify the Most Effective Antidepressant for Each Patient
Major depression is one of the biggest public health burdens. A Canadian study highlights the benefits of pharmacogenomic testing (a type of genetic testing) to identify the right antidepressant …Durvalumab (Imfinzi) Boosts Survival in Early-Stage Lung Cancer: What Patients Should Know
Key Takeaways: Adding Durvalumab (Imfinzi) to chemotherapy before and after surgery significantly improves outcomes for early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Patients receiving Durvalumab had a 73% chance of …Low Cost Hypertension Medication Rilmenidine Could Prolong Life Span
It appears that a drug used to treat high blood pressure, Rilmenidine also known as Albarel, Hypericum, Tenaxum, and Iteriummay has benefits in slowing the effects of aging and …Vaping May Increase the Risk of Developing Eating Disorders Like Anorexia, and Bulimia
Electronic cigarettes have been linked to an increased risk of eating disorders in young people, ranging from anorexia to bulimia. The use of electronic cigarettes is not without health …Using Proton Pump Inhibitors for More than 4.4 Years Increases Risk of Dementia by 33% Study Shows
A US study has found a link between long-term use of anti-reflux drugs and the risk of dementia. Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is characterized by regurgitation of stomach contents. …
Managing Anxiety Disorders: A Guide to Medications, Therapies, and Lifestyle Changes
Anxiety disorders are a group of mental health disorders that can manifest in diverse symptoms depending on the intensity. Everyone experiences minor symptoms of anxiety in everyday life, but …From Phase IIb to Phase III: The Evolution of COMP360 Psilocybin Therapy in Depression Treatment
The persistent prevalence of treatment-resistant depression continues to pose a significant challenge in the mental health landscape. However, recent scientific endeavors by COMPASS Pathways have shed light on a …