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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about copycat weight loss drugs, ADHD prescriptions spiking, and more

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Food and Drug Administration wants bulk production of copycat versions of popular weight-loss drugs to stop, but telehealth companies and compounding pharmacies that have fueled widespread use of the knockoffs have other plans , The Wall Street Journal writes. In 2016, Ionis won approval for an infusion called Spinraza.

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From Healing to Harm: The Unintended Consequences of Polypharmacy in Seniors

PharmD Live

JAMA 2016; 316(20): 2115-25.) The side effects can compound, resulting in a greater negative impact on a patient’s health than the individual effects of one medication alone. Healthcare providers review medication lists, adjust dosages, and coordinate care among multiple specialists. JAMA 2016; 316(20): 2115-25.

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Low Dose Naltrexone and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Many times, people have been able to eliminate their symptoms and reduce their dosages of medications. LDN can be taken in the form of a compounded tablet, capsule, liquid, or transdermal formulation. It’s also best to work with a compounding pharmacy that can help you titrate your dose correctly.

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6 health benefits of cayenne pepper

The Checkup by Singlecare

In addition to being chock full of nutrients, cayenne pepper contains a plant compound called capsaicin, which is best known for its analgesic or pain-numbing properties. Wiemann also points to a 2016 study that showed that topical or injectable capsaicin was beneficial in treating nerve pain and pain from arthritis.

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14 remedies to get rid of congestion

The Checkup by Singlecare

Supplement with turmeric Curcumin is the main compound of the herb turmeric, and according to Dr. Garcia-Ibáñez, it works as a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. If you go the latter route, the recommended dosage is 500 mg two to three times daily for one to two weeks before you’ll be exposed to allergens.

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8 health benefits of elderberry

The Checkup by Singlecare

Anthocyanin functions as an antioxidant, a compound produced naturally in the body but also present in foods. In a 2016 clinical trial on 312 air travelers, the researchers found that elderberry supplementation reduced cold duration. What’s more, elderberries have a compound similar to a neuraminidase inhibitor.

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11 benefits of black seed oil

The Checkup by Singlecare

Scientific studies have confirmed that thymoquinone, a compound found in black seed oil, is packed with antioxidants , along with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer activity. However, thymoquinone , the active compound in the black cumin seed, has been shown to reduce the growth of certain cancer cells.