Recent research led by Indiana University School of Medicine in collaboration with the University of…
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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.
American boys and girls born in 2019 are projected to spend 48% and 60% of…
More than six decades since their introduction, medical professionals have discovered the first substantial evidence…
Ion channels are crucial in health and disease, making them significant targets for drug development.…
Low fasting blood sugar is associated with sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a leading cause of…
Scientists at the University of Bath have used nature as inspiration in developing a new…
The research evaluated the occurrence, contributing factors, and treatment strategies for high blood sugar caused…
A team of researchers at the University of Helsinki, along with their collaborators, have discovered…
A study of senescent (inactive) osteoclasts within the spinal columns of mice indicates that using…
Researchers at China’s Peking University have identified a new potential drug target that could enhance…
A breakthrough study, jointly led by Professor Jang Hyun Choi and Professor Sung Ho Park…
An innovative nanogel delivery system created at the University of Massachusetts Amherst enabled mice with…
Recent research indicates that Senolytics, a new class of drugs, have the potential to prevent…
The inclusion of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists in widely used weight loss medications such as…
Method to replace carbon with nitrogen atom has been ‘top of wish list’. For years,…
A phase 3 clinical trial has found that the injectable prescription medication tirzepatide, in combination…
Metformin, a widely prescribed drug for type 2 diabetes, not only reduces blood sugar levels…
The research uncovers the likely reason why certain chemotherapies are effective for many patients. Importantly,…