A new study reveals how cocaine interferes with the brain’s dopamine regulation by binding to…
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In the context of medicine, drugs are substances used to diagnose, treat, prevent, or alleviate symptoms of disease. These therapeutic agents can be derived from natural sources like plants and animals, or synthesized in laboratories. Pharmaceuticals are classified based on their mechanism of action, chemical characteristics, or the disorders they are designed to treat. Common categories include antibiotics for infections, analgesics for pain relief, antipyretics for reducing fever, and antidepressants for managing mood disorders. The development of drugs involves rigorous research, testing, and regulatory review to ensure safety and efficacy before they can be marketed and prescribed. The use of medication requires careful consideration of dosage, timing, and potential side effects, often managed through prescriptions and guidance from healthcare professionals. Drugs play a critical role in modern healthcare, significantly improving quality of life, treating acute illnesses, managing chronic conditions, and reducing mortality rates associated with various diseases.
University of Michigan research shows that manipulating brain proteins melanocortin 3 and 4 can boost…
A new study has demonstrated that etripamil, a home-administered nasal spray, safely and effectively treats…
Researchers at Mainz University have discovered a natural compound that could potentially serve as a…
Xylazine, a potent animal tranquilizer, has entered the UK drug scene, causing significant health risks…
Research suggests the potential for creating a new medication that suppresses appetite without causing nausea.…
Research findings may enhance regulated application in neuropsychiatric conditions. The global conversation around using 3,4-methylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine…
Scientists discovered that proteins change shape at body temperature, revealing new drug binding sites. This…
Ubiquitin-related enzymes USP28 and USP25 play critical roles in cell processes, but their similar structures…
Researchers at the NIH have discovered new pathways that could lead to treatments for autoimmune…
Research findings show that pitavastatin suppresses skin and pancreatic cancers by inhibiting interleukin-33. A recent…
KAUST researchers have improved CRISPR gene editing safety by reducing harmful DNA deletions and enhancing…
Chemical biologists at Scripps Research have developed a preliminary “proof-of-concept” vaccine, potentially paving the way…
A revolutionary study published in Nature introduces a new obesity treatment that surpasses the weight…
Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have revealed intricate details on…
Mount Sinai researchers, in collaboration with scientists at Rockefeller University, have discovered how cocaine and…
This is the first study to assess the risk associated with widely used progestogens. Extended…
According to research published in Neurology Clinical Practice, an official journal of the American Academy…