Drugs

Either amoxicillin or amoxicillin-clavulanate will clear infection, but the former is less likely to result in side-effects or antimicrobial resistance.

A new study of thousands of U.S. women shows that the prevalence of major depression is lower among those taking the birth control pill.

Those given a four-day or longer prescription cut their risk of death by 89%.

The novel experiment was a first attempt in just three patients.

It provides evidence-based information to inform and educate healthcare professionals on the regulation and scientific basis for the authorization of biosimilars by Health Canada.

The Ontario College of Pharmacists' guidance shares the rules around compounding semaglutide preparations, communicating with prescribers and patients, and what's allowed when promoting the service.

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Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalizations and deaths among seniors. One of the key risk factors is the use of fall-risk-increasing drugs (FRIDs). Test your knowledge here!