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Despite concerns, opioids remain legitimate pain medications, says Health Canada
In an email, Health Canada spokesperson Maryse Durette said opioids are legitimate medications that help alleviate pain, and a recall may not be needed.
Pharmacies selling DNA tests to help patients pick best medications
Experts agree genetic tests to determine whether certain medications work on some people or cause side effects can be helpful. But they aren’t yet sure if they’re ready to be used by consumers in community pharmacies.
Pay more attention to depression as a side-effect of many medications, researchers say
A U.S. study suggests taking more than one of a long list of medications that cite depression as a side-effect could increase the risk of developing the illness. But a Canadian psychiatrist says he’s skeptical.
‘Keep them well’: New cystic fibrosis medications move closer to a cure
Results of a new drug trial suggest the next generation of medications, known as CFTR modulators, show potential to correct the genetic defect that causes cystic fibrosis and halt the disease’s destructive progression. CBC | Health News
For 1st time, over half of people with HIV taking medications
For the first time in the global AIDS epidemic that has spanned four decades and killed 35 million people, more than half of all those infected with HIV are on drugs to treat the virus, the United Nations said in a new report. CBC | Health News
Should YOU be taking paracetamol? Painkiller can interact with THESE common medications
PARACETAMOL is a commonly used medicine that can help treat pain and reduce a high temperature. However, the common over-the-counter painkiller can interact with some other medications – including drugs to prevent stroke and even type 2 diabetes medication. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Should YOU be taking paracetamol? Painkiller can interact with THESE common medications
It’s typically used to relieve mild or moderate pain, such as headaches, toothache or sprains, and reduce fevers caused by illnesses such as colds and flu. Paracetamol is often recommended as one of the first treatments for pain, as it’s safe for most people to take and side effects from the painkillers are rare. People […]
Drug company investigated over ‘excessively increasing prices of cancer medications’
AN investigation has been launched into whether a drug company excessively increased the price of five cancer medications. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Fido and Fluffy’s medications could harm a child, vets warn
Medications prescribed for pets can pose a risk to children CBC | Health News
