At a GlanceMen with cancer confined to the prostate experienced different long-term side effects depending on the type of treatment received.Understanding the pros and cons of different treatments may help men and their health care teams make more informed treatment decisions.Doctor showing something on a clipboard to a senior man.The choice of treatment for prostate...
Written by Timothy Aungst, PharmD | Reviewed by Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS AsiaVision/E+ via Getty Images Key takeaways: Metformin is a common first-choice treatment for Type 2 diabetes. It helps lower your blood sugar levels and can lower your risk of cardiovascular events like heart attacks. It also has a low risk of causing...
By Michael Franco Currently in the animal-study stage, the hope is that the new compound could one day provide people with side-effect-free pain reliefCurrently in the animal-study stage, the hope is that the new compound could one day provide people with side-effect-free pain relief Depositphotos After screening 27 million compounds, researchers have found a small-molecule drug...
Know what you’re in for before taking the risk. BbyY JOCELYN SOLIS-MOREIRA Semaglutides like Ozempic and Wegovy have weight loss benefits, but also some possibly harmful side effects. Jaap Arriens/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesSHARE You’ve probably heard a lot about Ozempic and Wegovy, the semaglutide wonder drugs for weight loss. Their newfound popularity with prescribers and online...
Written by Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP | Reviewed by Katie E. Golden, MD Key takeaways: The nocebo effect occurs when negative beliefs about a treatment lead to a harmful effect. It’s the opposite of the placebo effect.The nocebo effect can make interventions or treatments more painful and less effective. It can also lead to more side effects than...
by American College of Physicians Credit: CC0 Public DomainAn animal sedative approved by the FDA, xylazine has now made its way to the illicitly manufacture fentanyl supply, creating new challenges for physicians caring for its victims. Xylazine, an animal sedative that is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for veterinary use only, has...
Written by Sonia Amin Thomas, PharmD, BCOP | Reviewed by Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBS Published on May 6, 2022 Key takeaways: Metamucil (psyllium husk) is an over-the-counter supplement used most commonly for constipation. But it has other benefits and is a good source of fiber. Common Metamucil side effects include gas, bloating, and nausea. It’s...
by Noah Brown, Massachusetts General Hospital Study protocol and intracranial EEG power changes for example channels. a Study protocol. b Power spectrogram (dB) for three example channels: inferior frontal, middle temporal and occipital from Subject #9. c Power spectrum averaged across time during baseline, ketamine, and propofol conditions for the three example channels. CADSS: clinician-administered dissociative...
Written by Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPS | Reviewed by Joshua Murdock, PharmD Updated on September 1, 2022 Key takeaways: Many medications can cause unusual side effects you might not have heard about. These include severe skin reactions, nerve damage, and impulsive behaviors. In some cases, an unusual side effect can be treated by lowering...
Written by Sheila McAdoo, PharmD | Reviewed by Christina Aungst, PharmD Published on June 13, 2022 Key takeaways: Melatonin is a hormone that regulates your sleep-wake cycle. It’s commonly available as a dietary supplement. Daytime sleepiness is the most common side effect people experience while taking melatonin. Other potential side effects include sleep changes, headache,...
