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Drug effects hidden by poor placebo reporting

Drug effects hidden by poor placebo reporting

A recent study concludes that medical research papers often do not describe placebos adequately. The authors believe that this could cause underreporting of harms and overreporting of benefits. A new study underlines the importance of explaining placebos more thoroughly. To find out whether a drug or medical intervention works, researchers must pit it against a […]

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Prilosec vs. Zantac

Prilosec vs. Zantac

What are the differences between Prilosec and Zantac? Prilosec (omeprazole) and Zantac (ranitidine) are used for the treatment of conditions such as ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) caused by stomach acid. Both drugs work in different ways to reduce stomach acid. Prilosec and Zantac are both available over-the-counter (OTC). Prilosec is a proton pump […]

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calcitonin (Miacalcin)

calcitonin (Miacalcin)

What is calcitonin? What is calcitonin used for? Miacalcin nasal spray is a calcitonin, indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis in women greater than 5 years postmenopause when alternative treatments are not suitable. Fracture reduction efficacy has not been demonstrated. Limitations of Use: Due to the possible association between malignancy and calcitonin use, the need […]

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Osteoarthritis research: Hot mud and salt baths

Osteoarthritis research: Hot mud and salt baths

Could hot mud treatments and sodium chloride mineral baths relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis? A small scale pilot study, although limited in scope, concludes that they are worth further investigation. A new study examines the therapeutic benefits of mud. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. OA […]

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What are the benefits of hot yoga?

What are the benefits of hot yoga?

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Home remedies for peeling skin on the face

Home remedies for peeling skin on the face

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fenoprofen (Nalfon)

fenoprofen (Nalfon)

What is fenoprofen, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Fenoprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is effective for treating the fever, pain, and swelling caused by inflammation. Fenoprofen belongs to a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Other members of the NSAID class of drugs include ibuprofen (Motrin), indomethacin […]

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Tramadol vs. Codeine

Tramadol vs. Codeine

What are tramadol and codeine? Tramadol and codeine are both opiates. Codeine is made from the poppy plant, just like morphine, heroin, and opium. Tramadol is chemically similar to codeine, but it’s synthesized from precursor molecules in a lab. Many doctors like it because it has a lower potential for addiction than other opioids, though […]

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What to know about chickenpox in babies

What to know about chickenpox in babies

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12 home remedies for heat rash

12 home remedies for heat rash

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