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Weight Loss Drugs May Impact Brain's Reward Centre, Study Warns
Newer oral weight loss drugs could be doing more than only suppressing appetite -- they may also be directly altering brain circuits that control motivation and reward, according to a new study.
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Common Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Superbug MRSA, Study Finds
The team is now working to develop chemically modified versions of the drug that may prove even more effective and carry fewer side effects.
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GLP-1 Drugs May Trigger Muscle Loss In Cirrhosis Patients: Study
GLP-1 drugs are often praised for their metabolic benefits, including improved blood sugar control and weight reduction. However, in patients with liver cirrhosis, these benefits may come with trade-offs.
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Study Says Cranberry Juice Can Help Antibiotics Fight Urinary Infections
The study tested "lab-grown" strains of Escherichia coli (E. coli), the most common germ behind UTIs, and found that adding cranberry juice improved the effect of a drug called fosfomycin in many cases.
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Beyond GLP-1: New 5-In-1 Compound More Effective Than Semaglutide For Diabetes And Weight Loss
This innovative compound is known as a 'quintuple agonist' because it combines the power of GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonists with lanifibranor.
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New DNA-Based Therapy Can Help Lower 'Bad Cholesterol' Without Statins, Finds Study
Researchers used tiny DNA-based molecules to cut levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol by nearly 50% in animal models. This was done without the side effects that are often linked to statins.
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What Are Oral Steroids And How Are They Different From Painkillers?
Oral steroids and painkillers both relieve discomfort but work very differently. While steroids suppress inflammation and immune activity, painkillers mainly ease symptoms. Understanding their uses, risks, and misuse is key to safe treatment.
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Antibiotic Resistance vs Antibiotic Tolerance: Why Knowing The Difference Matters
Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic tolerance have their distinct effect on your system. Knowing their differences is key to understanding how careful you need to be with antibiotics.
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On Ozempic Or Wegovy? Doctors Say Stop Before Surgery, Here's Why
The ASA guidance suggests that patients on GLP-1 drugs should consult their healthcare providers well in advance of any planned surgery.
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Popular Weight Loss Drugs May Lead To More Muscle Loss, Finds Study
The study analysed multiple studies and found that muscle-related tissue accounted for about 35% of total weight lost in incretin groups, exceeding safe benchmarks in two-thirds of cases.
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Which Cancers Does Keytruda Work On? Apollo Oncologists Explain Effectiveness
The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has approved Keytruda for multiple cancer types. As of recent approvals, it covers 14 indications across eight tumour types.
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Diabetes Drug Metformin Could Reduce Insulin Needs For People With Type 1 Diabetes: Study
Researchers tested the drug on 40 adults with long-term type 1 diabetes in the Insulin Resistance in Type 1 Diabetes Managed with Metformin (INTIMET) study, giving half of them metformin and half a placebo for six months.
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Is Erectile Dysfunction A Side Effect Of Taking Weight-Loss Drugs? New Trial Results Say Yes
A new study links GLP-1 drugs, used for diabetes and weight loss, to a higher risk of erectile dysfunction.
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Ozempic Might Preserve Lean Body Mass Better Than Mounjaro: Study
Both tirzepatide and semaglutide belong to a class of drugs that mimic hormones involved in appetite regulation. Semaglutide works by mimicking GLP-1, a hormone that helps control hunger and blood sugar levels.
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Use Of Common Irritable Bowel Syndrome Medications Like Loperamide, Diphenoxylate Linked To Higher Death Risks
A large new study links common IBS drugs like loperamide and diphenoxylate to a higher risk of death. Experts say the risk is small but raises concerns about long-term use, highlighting the need for safer, personalised treatment strategies.
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Weight Loss Drugs May Impact Brain's Reward Centre, Study Warns
Newer oral weight loss drugs could be doing more than only suppressing appetite -- they may also be directly altering brain circuits that control motivation and reward, according to a new study.
-
Common Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise Against Deadly Superbug MRSA, Study Finds
The team is now working to develop chemically modified versions of the drug that may prove even more effective and carry fewer side effects.
-
GLP-1 Drugs May Trigger Muscle Loss In Cirrhosis Patients: Study
GLP-1 drugs are often praised for their metabolic benefits, including improved blood sugar control and weight reduction. However, in patients with liver cirrhosis, these benefits may come with trade-offs.
-
Study Says Cranberry Juice Can Help Antibiotics Fight Urinary Infections
The study tested "lab-grown" strains of Escherichia coli (E. coli), the most common germ behind UTIs, and found that adding cranberry juice improved the effect of a drug called fosfomycin in many cases.
-
Beyond GLP-1: New 5-In-1 Compound More Effective Than Semaglutide For Diabetes And Weight Loss
This innovative compound is known as a 'quintuple agonist' because it combines the power of GLP-1 and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptor agonists with lanifibranor.
-
New DNA-Based Therapy Can Help Lower 'Bad Cholesterol' Without Statins, Finds Study
Researchers used tiny DNA-based molecules to cut levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol by nearly 50% in animal models. This was done without the side effects that are often linked to statins.
-
What Are Oral Steroids And How Are They Different From Painkillers?
Oral steroids and painkillers both relieve discomfort but work very differently. While steroids suppress inflammation and immune activity, painkillers mainly ease symptoms. Understanding their uses, risks, and misuse is key to safe treatment.
-
Antibiotic Resistance vs Antibiotic Tolerance: Why Knowing The Difference Matters
Antibiotic resistance and antibiotic tolerance have their distinct effect on your system. Knowing their differences is key to understanding how careful you need to be with antibiotics.
-
On Ozempic Or Wegovy? Doctors Say Stop Before Surgery, Here's Why
The ASA guidance suggests that patients on GLP-1 drugs should consult their healthcare providers well in advance of any planned surgery.
-
Popular Weight Loss Drugs May Lead To More Muscle Loss, Finds Study
The study analysed multiple studies and found that muscle-related tissue accounted for about 35% of total weight lost in incretin groups, exceeding safe benchmarks in two-thirds of cases.
-
Which Cancers Does Keytruda Work On? Apollo Oncologists Explain Effectiveness
The Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has approved Keytruda for multiple cancer types. As of recent approvals, it covers 14 indications across eight tumour types.
-
Diabetes Drug Metformin Could Reduce Insulin Needs For People With Type 1 Diabetes: Study
Researchers tested the drug on 40 adults with long-term type 1 diabetes in the Insulin Resistance in Type 1 Diabetes Managed with Metformin (INTIMET) study, giving half of them metformin and half a placebo for six months.
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Is Erectile Dysfunction A Side Effect Of Taking Weight-Loss Drugs? New Trial Results Say Yes
A new study links GLP-1 drugs, used for diabetes and weight loss, to a higher risk of erectile dysfunction.
-
Ozempic Might Preserve Lean Body Mass Better Than Mounjaro: Study
Both tirzepatide and semaglutide belong to a class of drugs that mimic hormones involved in appetite regulation. Semaglutide works by mimicking GLP-1, a hormone that helps control hunger and blood sugar levels.
-
Use Of Common Irritable Bowel Syndrome Medications Like Loperamide, Diphenoxylate Linked To Higher Death Risks
A large new study links common IBS drugs like loperamide and diphenoxylate to a higher risk of death. Experts say the risk is small but raises concerns about long-term use, highlighting the need for safer, personalised treatment strategies.
