Göttingen scientists are on the trail of an alternative erythropoietin receptor UNIVERSITY OF GÖTTINGEN The hormone erythropoietin (Epo) is a well-known doping substance that has a long history of abuse in endurance sports, such as cycling. In addition to promoting red blood cell production (erythropoiesis), which improves the oxygen supply in the organism, Epo also protects nerve cells from cell death....
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Antihistamine Side Effects: When to Stop Taking Allergy Medication
By Dr. Liji Thomas, MD | Reviewed by Dr. Jennifer Logan, MD, MPH Skip to: Antihistamines Sedating antihistamines Central side effects Anticholinergic and alpha-adrenergic side effects Cardiac side effects Side effects with geriatric use Contraindications to sedating antihistamines Non-sedating antihistamines Conclusion Allergies have gone up by 40% in recent years, and allergy medications are being used more often than ever before. There are various types...
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Everything you need to know about essential oils
Essential oils are concentrated extracts of various plants. Practitioners use them in natural and alternative health practices, such as aromatherapy and naturopathy. Many plants contain some potentially helpful compounds. However, in many cases, there is not enough evidence to suggest their use as a treatment or cure for ailments. In this article, learn more about...
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What side effects can fish oil cause?
By Zawn Villines Reviewed by Dena Westphalen, PharmD Fish oil is available as a supplement that manufacturers produce from fish. However, the benefits of fish oil are not always clear, and it may have unexpected side effects. Certain fish and the oil from them contain healthful fats that health experts recommend people regularly consume in their diets. The omega-3 fatty...
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Common painkillers triple harmful side effects in dementia
Commonly-prescribed opioid-based painkillers led to harmful side effects tripling in people with dementia UNIVERSITY OF EXETER Commonly-prescribed opioid-based painkillers led to harmful side effects tripling in people with dementia. Researchers from the University of Exeter, King’s College London and the University of Bergen are presenting two studies at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference 2018 (AAIC)...
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Scientists Find New Tricks For Old Drugs
Most drugs have side effects, but sometimes they’re actually good news. Researchers are now exploring whether some cheap and common drugs have side effects that could help people fight off the flu and other lung infections. Lipitor, a best-seller as a cholesterol treatment, is being tested as a remedy for the flu. This idea has...
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Many US-approved drugs pack serious side effects later, study shows
CHICAGO (AP) — Almost one-third of new drugs approved by U.S. regulators over a decade ended up years later with warnings about unexpected, sometimes life-threatening side effects or complications, a new analysis found. The results covered all 222 prescription drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration from 2001 through 2010. The researchers looked...