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Prosecutors Granted Access To Tiger Woods' Prescription Drug Records In DUI Case
Tiger Woods' prescription drug records will be handed over to prosecutors following his March arrest in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence, a judge ruled.
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'Two ways of calculating': Trump Defends His Calculations On Drug Prices
Trump defended his claims that prices on prescription medications had been cut by well over 100per cent - something that is mathematically impossible.
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Health Ministry Mulls Ban On Cough Syrups For Children Under 2 Years: Report
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Health Ministry is reportedly considering banning prescriptions of paediatric cough syrups for children under two years and discouraging their use for those under five.
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"Weight-Loss Injections Are Not For Wedding Prep Shortcut", Doctors Warn Against Misuse Of Ozempic, Mounjaro
These medications are designed for people with obesity or related health conditions, not for short-term aesthetic goals. When used by otherwise healthy individuals aiming for quick slimming, the balance between benefit and risk often becomes unfavour
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Weight-Loss Drug Misuse Under Scanner, Centre Warns Of Legal Action For Violations
The crackdown comes at a time when GLP-1 drugs, widely used for weight loss and diabetes, are seeing a surge in demand, but are increasingly being accessed without proper prescriptions through retail and digital channels.
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Metformin For PCOS: How Does This Diabetes Drug Help Manage Symptoms?
Metformin is a prescription medication traditionally used to treat type 2 diabetes by managing blood sugar levels. It works primarily by decreasing glucose production in the liver, improving the body's sensitivity to insulin.
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GLP-1 Should Not Be Used As A Quick Fix For Weight Loss And Diabetes Management, Warns Top Experts
Experts warn that GLP1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy aren't quick fixes. There are misuse risks that are involved as shortages, side effects, and weight regain are possible without medical supervision.
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Drug Regulator Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs, Issues Notice
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, along with state regulators, has initiated targeted enforcement measures to curb malpractices and ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices in the supply chain.
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India Cracks Down On Ads For Weight-Loss Drugs Like GLP-1 In New Advisory
India's Health Ministry has warned pharmaceutical firms against promoting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs to the public. The CDSCO says direct or indirect advertising, including influencer campaigns, violates drug laws and could attract regulatory action.
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Chemists' Association Writes To PM Modi Over Concerns Of AI-Generated Fake Prescriptions
In a letter, the chemists' body flagged the growing trend of AI-generated prescriptions, often carrying fictitious hospital names and fabricated patient details, being accepted by certain online platforms.
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Aishwarya Mohanraj Says She Used Mounjaro For 22 Kg Weight Loss: Doctor Explains How It Works And Who Should Avoid It
Mounjaro, a diabetes and weight-loss drug, is the brand name for tirzepatide. It is a prescription drug primarily used for type-2 diabetes. The drug is also widely used for its weight loss benefits.
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Delhi Man Critical After AI Advice: Risks Of HIV Drug Misuse Explained
A Delhi man was left critically ill after taking HIV preventive medication on an AI chatbot's advice without medical supervision. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is proven for HIV prevention when properly prescribed, but dangerous when AI gives it.
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US Revives Drug Origin Debate, Cites Indian Exports
US renewed a push to require country-of-origin labeling on prescription drugs, citing temporary restrictions on pharmaceutical exports during the Covid pandemic by India as evidence that America's drug supply remains vulnerable to foreign disruptions
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Weight Loss Pill Wegovy Now Available On Amazon Pharmacy In The U.S.
Amazon Pharmacy maintains the requirement for a valid prescription as the central safeguard separating evidence-based medical therapy from consumer health products.
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How Trump's Policy For Prescription Drugs Could Reshape Trade With India
US President Donald Trump's announcement of sweeping prescription drug price cuts under a "Most Favoured Nation" policy has put India's pharmaceutical industry in focus.
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Prosecutors Granted Access To Tiger Woods' Prescription Drug Records In DUI Case
Tiger Woods' prescription drug records will be handed over to prosecutors following his March arrest in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence, a judge ruled.
-
'Two ways of calculating': Trump Defends His Calculations On Drug Prices
Trump defended his claims that prices on prescription medications had been cut by well over 100per cent - something that is mathematically impossible.
-
Health Ministry Mulls Ban On Cough Syrups For Children Under 2 Years: Report
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Health Ministry is reportedly considering banning prescriptions of paediatric cough syrups for children under two years and discouraging their use for those under five.
-
"Weight-Loss Injections Are Not For Wedding Prep Shortcut", Doctors Warn Against Misuse Of Ozempic, Mounjaro
These medications are designed for people with obesity or related health conditions, not for short-term aesthetic goals. When used by otherwise healthy individuals aiming for quick slimming, the balance between benefit and risk often becomes unfavour
-
Weight-Loss Drug Misuse Under Scanner, Centre Warns Of Legal Action For Violations
The crackdown comes at a time when GLP-1 drugs, widely used for weight loss and diabetes, are seeing a surge in demand, but are increasingly being accessed without proper prescriptions through retail and digital channels.
-
Metformin For PCOS: How Does This Diabetes Drug Help Manage Symptoms?
Metformin is a prescription medication traditionally used to treat type 2 diabetes by managing blood sugar levels. It works primarily by decreasing glucose production in the liver, improving the body's sensitivity to insulin.
-
GLP-1 Should Not Be Used As A Quick Fix For Weight Loss And Diabetes Management, Warns Top Experts
Experts warn that GLP1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy aren't quick fixes. There are misuse risks that are involved as shortages, side effects, and weight regain are possible without medical supervision.
-
Drug Regulator Tightens Watch On GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs, Issues Notice
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization, along with state regulators, has initiated targeted enforcement measures to curb malpractices and ensure ethical pharmaceutical practices in the supply chain.
-
India Cracks Down On Ads For Weight-Loss Drugs Like GLP-1 In New Advisory
India's Health Ministry has warned pharmaceutical firms against promoting GLP-1 weight-loss drugs to the public. The CDSCO says direct or indirect advertising, including influencer campaigns, violates drug laws and could attract regulatory action.
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Chemists' Association Writes To PM Modi Over Concerns Of AI-Generated Fake Prescriptions
In a letter, the chemists' body flagged the growing trend of AI-generated prescriptions, often carrying fictitious hospital names and fabricated patient details, being accepted by certain online platforms.
-
Aishwarya Mohanraj Says She Used Mounjaro For 22 Kg Weight Loss: Doctor Explains How It Works And Who Should Avoid It
Mounjaro, a diabetes and weight-loss drug, is the brand name for tirzepatide. It is a prescription drug primarily used for type-2 diabetes. The drug is also widely used for its weight loss benefits.
-
Delhi Man Critical After AI Advice: Risks Of HIV Drug Misuse Explained
A Delhi man was left critically ill after taking HIV preventive medication on an AI chatbot's advice without medical supervision. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is proven for HIV prevention when properly prescribed, but dangerous when AI gives it.
-
US Revives Drug Origin Debate, Cites Indian Exports
US renewed a push to require country-of-origin labeling on prescription drugs, citing temporary restrictions on pharmaceutical exports during the Covid pandemic by India as evidence that America's drug supply remains vulnerable to foreign disruptions
-
Weight Loss Pill Wegovy Now Available On Amazon Pharmacy In The U.S.
Amazon Pharmacy maintains the requirement for a valid prescription as the central safeguard separating evidence-based medical therapy from consumer health products.
-
How Trump's Policy For Prescription Drugs Could Reshape Trade With India
US President Donald Trump's announcement of sweeping prescription drug price cuts under a "Most Favoured Nation" policy has put India's pharmaceutical industry in focus.
