Category: Drugs
Revolutionary Nasal Spray Could be the Key to Repairing Brain Damage from Strokes!
A stroke is a potentially fatal condition that occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. The risks for having one include advanced age, high blood pressure, …Dolutegravir an Appropriate Antiviral for Many Pregnant Women Living with HIV
In the US, a large number of pregnant HIV-positive women give birth each year. These women can successfully treat their condition to accomplish viral suppression at levels that can’t …
ADHD Medication Vyvanse Associated with Sexual Side Effects in Some Users
Key Takeaways: ADHD Prevalence: Affects 2.2–17.8% of children/adolescents, with 6.1 million U.S. children diagnosed (62% on medication, 47% in therapy). Vyvanse Efficacy: 80% of users report symptom improvement; works …
Dopamine Stimulators Show Promise for Stress-Induced Anhedonia Over Traditional Serotonin Drugs
Anhedonia is the word that describes the inability of a person to feel pleasure from the activities that they usually find enjoyable. It is a symptom of depression and …Pain Relief: Men and Women Do Not Experience Pain in the Same Way Study Shows
The cellular mechanisms involved in pain perception are different in men and women. And it’s not just psychological! This nuance is often overlooked when treating pain in female patients. …
The Amoeba Dictyostelium Discoideum Used to Synthesize a Precursor to THC
It is not a new finding in our world that microorganisms can help in the production of useful substances including drugs. The penicillin mold, Chrysogenum, is a typical example. …Macolacin a New Antibiotic That Can Kill Colistin-Resistant Bacteria a Welcome New Weapon for the Fight against Multidrug-Resistant Superbugs
As microorganisms mutate and procreate, each mutation makes them more resistant to drugs that once killed them. A time will eventually come when we cannot keep up with the …