Pharmacists rank best over-the-counter medicines of 2024Pharmacists rank best over-the-counter medicines of 2024
Pharmacists rank best over-the-counter medicines of 2024Products made by Nature Made, CeraVe and Neutrogena had the most No. 1 rankings.
Pharmacists rank best over-the-counter medicines of 2024Products made by Nature Made, CeraVe and Neutrogena had the most No. 1 rankings.
Eli Lilly warns 2 of its insulin products may be out of stockThe shortage applies to the company's 10 mL vials of Humalog and Insulin Lispro Injection medications.
Some Medicare recipients eligible for weight loss medicationNot everyone seeking weight loss medication to treat obesity will have the drug covered; only those at risk for adverse cardiovascular events.
AstraZeneca capping COPD, asthma medications at $35 a monthMany Americans will see a reduction in out-of-pocket costs for several medicines that treat asthma and COPD.
New RSV vaccine 90% effective at preventing infant hospitalizationsNirsevimab was approved in July 2023 and is already causing fewer infants to have severe cases of RSV.
What to know about Opill, the 1st over-the-counter birth control pillIn the coming weeks, Americans will be able to purchase Opill over the counter from places like CVS and Walgreens without a prescription.
Company announces price of first non-prescription birth control pillIn the coming weeks, Americans will be able to purchase birth control pills over the counter without a prescription.
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Antidepressant study yielded 'unexpected' results, researcher saysResearchers say mental health worsened during the pandemic, and there are concerns many cases among males are going undiagnosed.
FDA announces approval for first severe frostbite treatmentThe Food and Drug Administration says the new treatment's efficacy was established in an open-label, controlled trial.
Weight loss medicine may also reduce blood pressure, study findsNearly half of Americans have or are being treated for high blood pressure as it's one of the leading causes of death in the U.S.
FDA warns about copycat eye dropsThree varieties of eye drops sold online are marketed to look like Bausch + Lomb's Lumify, but officials say these products could be dangerous.
White House to propose Medicare prices for 10 popular drugsThe Biden administration will send proposed prices for 10 medications for people enrolled in Medicare Part D plans.
Ads promise discount Ozempic and Wegovy: Here's what you'll really getBefore you order Ozempic, Wegovy or similar drugs online, the Better Business Bureau advises caution.
Robitussin recalls cough syrups due to microbial contaminationOfficials said the use of recalled products could "result in severe or life-threatening adverse events."
Study indicates daily multivitamin cuts down on memory lossThere has long been debate on whether multivitamins actually improve health, but a new study suggests they can slow memory loss.
Lawmakers urge FDA to take action on 'gas station heroin'Tianeptine can easily be purchased online, but the FDA has warned that just because the drug can be purchased legally does not make it safe.
Midwife accused of falsifying school shot records for 1,500 studentsNew York health officials say 1,500 students will need to get their missing shots after having their vaccine records voided.
More 2024 brides, grooms under age 30 getting plastic surgeryData shows more young Americans are seeking plastic surgery, with many saying they want to look their best on their wedding day.
FDA finds no connection between weight loss drugs and suicide ideationThe FDA has been investigating reports among weight loss drug users of possible side effects, which include suicide ideation.
Researchers reveal details on new antibiotic for resistant bacteriaScientists say the new type of antibiotic can treat for bacteria that are resistant to most of the currently available antibiotics in use by doctors.
FDA monitoring popular weight loss drugs for side effectsUsers of popular weight loss drugs have reported suicidal ideation, hair loss and aspiration, prompting an FDA investigation.
Eli Lilly's new website to help patients access weight-loss medicineAfter regulators approved Zepbound to help treat obesity, drugmaker Eli Lilly launched a website making it easier to access the drug.
FDA says it seized counterfeit OzempicWholesalers, retail pharmacies, health care practitioners and patients are encouraged to check their product's lot and serial numbers.
At urging of White House, more RSV vaccines being made availableIn October, the CDC declared a shortage of RSV vaccines intended for infants, forcing providers to ration available doses.
Chat GPT not accurate at providing medication info, research saysUsing artificial intelligence to answer questions about medication yielded just as many inaccurate answers as accurate ones.
FDA approves first gene therapies to treat sickle cell diseaseThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 100,000 Americans are living with sickle cell disease.
New weight-loss drug Zepbound now available in US pharmaciesPharmaceutical company Eli Lilly said people with qualifying insurance can get a three-month supply of the drug for as low as $25.
Overuse of antibiotics causing drugs to become less effectiveA recent study that found antibiotics used to treat sepsis and meningitis are less than 50% effective because they have become more resistant.
House Republicans to probe FDA's delayed decision on decongestantsOral decongestants with phenylephrine in the U.S. generated almost $1.8 billion in sales last year, FDA data shows.
Purdue Pharma Supreme Court case will impact thousands nationwideCourt's ruling on a $6 billion deal the Sackler family made over the opioid crisis could impact how quickly funds flow to communities who need it.
FDA warns certain therapy to treat cancer may cause secondary cancerCAR-T therapies are approved under several products: Abecma, Breyanzi, Carvykti, Kymriah, Tecartus and Yescarta.
Drug that could extend lifespan of dogs achieves milestoneThe average dog's lifespan is 10 to 15 years depending on the breed, according to the American Kennel Club.
Amazon pulls eye drops after FDA threatens legal actionSeven types of eye drops that did not meet federal regulations were being sold by Amazon.
Drugs aren't required to be tested in people who are obese. Here's whyExperts say if drugs aren't studied in a condition that affects 42% of Americans, the real-world consequences can be dire.