Tag: pharmacology
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Spider Venom Drug Trial Begins: New Hope for Heart Attacks and Strokes
Groundbreaking Start: Venom-Derived Drug Enters Human Trials In a bold step for cardiovascular medicine, researchers in Australia announced that a drug derived from the venom of one of the world’s deadliest spiders has entered human trials. The trial marks a significant milestone in translating a venom-based discovery into a potential therapy for heart attacks and…
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Spider Venom Drug Trials for Heart Attacks and Strokes
Groundbreaking human trials begin for spider venom-derived drug Researchers in Australia have launched a first-in-human trial of a novel drug derived from the venom of one of the world’s most dangerous spiders. The Phase 1 study aims to evaluate safety, tolerability, and preliminary signals of efficacy for a treatment that could transform responses to heart…
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Plant-Derived Phenolic Acids Revive the Power of Tetracycline Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria
New Findings Spotlight a Plant-Based Boost for an Old Antibiotic Researchers have uncovered a promising approach to reinvigorate tetracycline, one of the world’s enduring antibiotics, against drug-resistant bacteria. By harnessing plant-derived phenolic acids, scientists found these natural compounds can amplify the antibiotic’s effectiveness. The results point to a viable strategy for widening the clinical utility…
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ADHD Medications May Boost Alertness More Than Focus, Study Suggests
New Clues About How ADHD Medications Work prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may primarily work by increasing alertness and interest in tasks, rather than directly enhancing the brain’s ability to focus. A recent study explored how common ADHD medications influence brain activity and behavior, seeking to untangle the longstanding question…
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ADHD Meds Boost Alertness, Not Just Focus — New Findings
Understanding ADHD Medications and Their Usual Purpose Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications have long been prescribed to help people manage symptoms that interfere with daily life. Traditionally, these drugs are understood to enhance attention, impulse control, and the ability to sustain focus on tasks. The latest research, however, suggests a more nuanced story: these…
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ADHD meds may boost alertness, not focus, study finds
New findings reshape how we understand ADHD medications Prescription medicines used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may work less by directly sharpening the brain’s ability to focus and more by boosting general alertness and interest in tasks. A recent study examined how common ADHD medications influence brain activity and behavior, suggesting that heightened…
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Drugs Without Nausea: Scientists Target Brain Circuits to Separate Side Effects from Weight-Loss Benefits
Overview: Aiming for Nausea-Free Weight-Loss Drugs Nausea has long been a common hurdle for people using weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and other GLP-1 receptor agonists. While these drugs can help curb appetite and promote weight loss, the unpleasant side effect of nausea can limit adherence and diminish quality of life. In response, scientists are…
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Overcoming Nausea: The Next Wave of Weight-Loss Drugs and Safer Experiences
Search for a ‘painless’ path to weight loss Millions of Americans have found success with prescription medications like Wegovy and Zepbound, which help reduce appetite and boost weight loss. Yet the journey isn’t the same for everyone. A common obstacle is nausea, a side effect that can range from mild discomfort to significant disruption in…
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Brain scientists pursue nausea-free weight-loss drugs amid GLP-1 breakthroughs
Overview: The quest for nausea-free weight-loss medications Millions of Americans have achieved impressive weight loss with medications such as Wegovy and Zepbound, which target the body’s GLP-1 pathways to curb appetite and boost metabolic effects. Yet the journey with these drugs isn’t without rough edges. Nausea, vomiting, and other gastrointestinal side effects remain common early…
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Brain scientists pursue nausea-free weight-loss drugs to improve outcomes
Overview: The quest for nausea-free weight-loss drugs Across the United States and beyond, millions have found success shedding pounds with medications such as Wegovy and Zepbound. These GLP-1 receptor agonists help reduce appetite and slow digestion, leading to meaningful weight loss for many individuals. Yet the journey isn’t without its rough edges. A sizable share…