HSA raises alert on herbal product, advises users to seek medical attention
SINGAPORE – The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has warned consumers against using a herbal product – HW Beauty…
New Drug for Tourette Syndrome Effective for Kids and Adults
HONOLULU — The investigational dopamine-1 (D1) receptor antagonist ecopipam (developed by Emalex Biosciences) is safe and effective for…
Common opioid is not that effective for easing chronic pain, study finds
Tramadol, a potent synthetic opioid, has been widely used to treat moderate to severe pain, but a new…
When GLP-1s Change Patients’ Libido: What to Know
It’s not discussed as often as other side effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists, but one adverse effect is…
AI Is the New Dr Google — Across the Globe
Patients arriving at appointments with researched information is not new, but artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT…
Does This Side Effect Spell Doom for the GLP-1’s?
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Dermatitis cream found to contain steroid and antifungal; recall ongoing: HSA
SINGAPORE – A dermatitis cream that contains two potent medicinal ingredients has been ordered off the shelves, said…
MHRA Approves UK’s First Nasal Spray for Anaphylaxis
An adrenaline nasal spray for the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis has been approved by the Medicines and Healthcare…
New Clozapine Consensus Guidelines Drop ANC Monitoring
Monitoring absolute neutrophil count (ANC) levels beyond 2 years of clozapine treatment is no longer necessary, new international…