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Major study debunks statin myths: Analysis of 155,000 patients shows cholesterol drugs don't cause most listed side effects like memory loss, depression, or fatigue. Only 1% get muscle aches. Benefits outweigh risks for most people. #StatinSideEffects www.drugs.com/news/statin-...
Statin Drugs Are Safer Than Warnings Suggest, Evidence Shows - Drugs.com MedNews
MONDAY, Feb. 9, 2026 Packaging for cholesterol-lowering statin drugs come with a disturbingly long list of potential side effects. But don t be scared statins c
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February 9, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Major study debunks statin myths: Analysis of 155,000 patients shows cholesterol drugs don't cause most listed side effects like memory loss, depression, or fatigue. Only 1% get muscle aches. Benefits outweigh risks for most people. #StatinSideEffects www.drugs.com/news/statin-...
#EvenityVsProlia for bone loss: Both prevent fractures but differ in use. Evenity: postmenopausal women at high risk who can't use alternatives. Prolia: broader approval including men, steroid-induced osteoporosis, prostate cancer patients. Ask your doctor.
Evenity vs Prolia: Which is right for you?
Official answer: Evenity (romosozumab-aqqg) and Prolia (denosumab) are injectable medications used to reduce the risk of bone fractures...
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February 9, 2026 at 8:00 AM
#EvenityVsProlia for bone loss: Both prevent fractures but differ in use. Evenity: postmenopausal women at high risk who can't use alternatives. Prolia: broader approval including men, steroid-induced osteoporosis, prostate cancer patients. Ask your doctor.
UCLA researchers fixed mineral sunscreen's chalky appearance by reshaping zinc oxide into "tetrapods", four-armed structures that prevent clumping. The innovation maintains SPF 30 protection while looking natural on all skin tones. #ZincSunscreen
Redesigned Zinc Sunscreen Aims to End the 'Chalky' Look for Good - Drugs.com MedNews
FRIDAY, Feb. 6, 2026 For many people, the best defense against skin cancer comes with a frustrating side effect A ghostly, chalky white film. Now, researchers a
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February 6, 2026 at 7:04 PM
UCLA researchers fixed mineral sunscreen's chalky appearance by reshaping zinc oxide into "tetrapods", four-armed structures that prevent clumping. The innovation maintains SPF 30 protection while looking natural on all skin tones. #ZincSunscreen
#AuvelityVsWellbutrin for depression: Both FDA-approved, but studies show Auvelity (bupropion+dextromethorphan) works faster with better results. After 6 weeks, 60.5% on Auvelity vs 40.5% on Wellbutrin had 50%+ symptom reduction. Consult your doctor.
Auvelity vs. Wellbutrin: Which Works Better for Depression?
Official answer: Both Auvelity and Wellbutrin are FDA-approved treatments for major depressive disorder (MDD), but studies suggest that...
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February 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
#AuvelityVsWellbutrin for depression: Both FDA-approved, but studies show Auvelity (bupropion+dextromethorphan) works faster with better results. After 6 weeks, 60.5% on Auvelity vs 40.5% on Wellbutrin had 50%+ symptom reduction. Consult your doctor.
New survey: 28% of people 50+ skip flu shots because they "don't think they need it." But vaccines drastically cut serious illness risk as we age. Only 29% got both updated shots. The evidence is clear, #AnnualVaccines save lives. www.drugs.com/news/reason-...
The Reason Why Many Older Americans Skip Seasonal Vaccines - Drugs.com MedNews
THURSDAY, Feb. 5, 2026 Many middle-aged folks and seniors are shrugging off their annual flu or COVID-19 shot for a very simple reason, a new survey has found.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:19 PM
New survey: 28% of people 50+ skip flu shots because they "don't think they need it." But vaccines drastically cut serious illness risk as we age. Only 29% got both updated shots. The evidence is clear, #AnnualVaccines save lives. www.drugs.com/news/reason-...
#Promacta boosts platelets in chronic ITP, aplastic anemia, and hepatitis C patients. Common side effects: nausea, diarrhea, infections, elevated liver enzymes. Take on empty stomach/low-calcium meal. #Promacta
Promacta Patient Tips: 7 things you should know
Easy-to-read patient tips for Promacta covering how it works, benefits, risks, and best practices.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Major breakthrough: Adding #Ibrance to standard treatment gives advanced triple-positive breast cancer patients 15 extra months without progression (44 vs 29 months). One pill could mean over a year more of precious time for 10% of breast cancer patients. www.drugs.com/news/new-com...
New Combo Therapy Extends Survival By More Than A Year In Advanced Triple Positive Breast Cancers - Drugs.com MedNews
WEDNESDAY, Feb. 4, 2026 Taking one additional pill could buy more than an extra year of precious time for people with advanced breast cancer, a new clinical tri
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February 4, 2026 at 6:42 PM
Major breakthrough: Adding #Ibrance to standard treatment gives advanced triple-positive breast cancer patients 15 extra months without progression (44 vs 29 months). One pill could mean over a year more of precious time for 10% of breast cancer patients. www.drugs.com/news/new-com...
New study: HPV-vaccinated women may need only 2-3 cervical cancer screenings lifetime. But this requires 90%+ vaccination rates like Norway. U.S. rates are just 60%. Get your kids vaccinated at 11-12. #HPVvaccine prevents virtually all cervical cancers. www.drugs.com/news/widespr...
Widespread HPV Vaccination Could Dramatically Cut Cervical Cancer Screenings - Drugs.com MedNews
TUESDAY, Feb. 3, 2026 American women might need only two to three cervical cancer screenings their entire lives if HPV vaccination becomes more widespread, a ne
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February 3, 2026 at 6:04 PM
New study: HPV-vaccinated women may need only 2-3 cervical cancer screenings lifetime. But this requires 90%+ vaccination rates like Norway. U.S. rates are just 60%. Get your kids vaccinated at 11-12. #HPVvaccine prevents virtually all cervical cancers. www.drugs.com/news/widespr...
Dupixent is the first biologic approved for COPD with type 2 inflammation (elevated eosinophils), benefiting 300,000 U.S. adults. It blocks IL-4 and IL-13 to reduce lung inflammation, decreasing flare-ups and improving lung function as add-on therapy. #DupixentForCOPD
How effective is Dupixent for COPD?
Official answer: Dupixent (dupilumab) became the first biologic therapy approved by the FDA in 2024 for adults with chronic obstructive...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Dupixent is the first biologic approved for COPD with type 2 inflammation (elevated eosinophils), benefiting 300,000 U.S. adults. It blocks IL-4 and IL-13 to reduce lung inflammation, decreasing flare-ups and improving lung function as add-on therapy. #DupixentForCOPD
New study: Non-stimulant pill #Sunosi helped early-morning shift workers (3-7am starts) stay alert through full shifts without disrupting later sleep. Workers were 4x less sleepy than the placebo group. First clinical trial targeting this common schedule. www.drugs.com/news/non-sti...
Non-Stimulant Pill, Sunosi, Helps Early-Bird Workers Remain Awake And Alert - Drugs.com MedNews
MONDAY, Feb. 2, 2026 A non-stimulant pill might replace a cup of coffee as the chosen wake-up boost for early-morning shift workers, a new study says. Early-bir
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February 2, 2026 at 5:47 PM
New study: Non-stimulant pill #Sunosi helped early-morning shift workers (3-7am starts) stay alert through full shifts without disrupting later sleep. Workers were 4x less sleepy than the placebo group. First clinical trial targeting this common schedule. www.drugs.com/news/non-sti...
Benlysta injection treats systemic lupus and lupus nephritis in adults and children 5+. Lupkynis capsules treat only lupus nephritis in adults. Benlysta isn't for severe CNS lupus; Lupkynis shouldn't combine with cyclophosphamide. #BenlystaVsLupkynis
What's the difference between Lupkynis and Benlysta?
Official answer: Benlysta and Lupkynis differ in their dosage forms, approved uses and treatment populations. Benlysta injection is...
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February 2, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Benlysta injection treats systemic lupus and lupus nephritis in adults and children 5+. Lupkynis capsules treat only lupus nephritis in adults. Benlysta isn't for severe CNS lupus; Lupkynis shouldn't combine with cyclophosphamide. #BenlystaVsLupkynis
Clinical trial shows pembrolizumab (#Keytruda) eliminated detectable cancer in 71% of desmoplastic melanoma patients before surgery. At three years, 95% survived, and 74% remained cancer-free—a major breakthrough for this rare, aggressive melanoma. www.drugs.com/news/approve...
Approved Immunotherapy, Keytruda, Shrinks, Eliminates Rare, Aggressive Melanoma, Clinical Trial Finds - Drugs.com MedNews
FRIDAY, Jan. 30, 2026 An already-approved immunotherapy drug can dramatically shrink or even eliminate tumors associated with a rare and aggressive form of mela
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January 30, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Clinical trial shows pembrolizumab (#Keytruda) eliminated detectable cancer in 71% of desmoplastic melanoma patients before surgery. At three years, 95% survived, and 74% remained cancer-free—a major breakthrough for this rare, aggressive melanoma. www.drugs.com/news/approve...
Opdivo (nivolumab) treats various cancers by blocking PD-1 receptors, preventing cancer cells from hiding from the immune system. This reactivates T-cells to target cancer, though healthy cells may also be affected.#Opdivo
Opdivo Patient Tips: 7 things you should know
Easy-to-read patient tips for Opdivo covering how it works, benefits, risks, and best practices.
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January 30, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Opdivo (nivolumab) treats various cancers by blocking PD-1 receptors, preventing cancer cells from hiding from the immune system. This reactivates T-cells to target cancer, though healthy cells may also be affected.#Opdivo
Federal price negotiations will target 15 medications, including Botox and Trulicity, representing $27B in Medicare spending. Covers cancer, autoimmune, diabetes treatments. Negotiated prices effective 2028. Part of Inflation Reduction Act's effort to lower #drugcosts. www.drugs.com/news/medicar...
Medicare to Negotiate Lower Prices for Botox and 14 Other Major Drugs - Drugs.com MedNews
THURSDAY, Jan. 29, 2026 Fifteen prescription medications, including Botox and the diabetes drug Trulicity, will be the focus of federal price negotiations that
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January 29, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Federal price negotiations will target 15 medications, including Botox and Trulicity, representing $27B in Medicare spending. Covers cancer, autoimmune, diabetes treatments. Negotiated prices effective 2028. Part of Inflation Reduction Act's effort to lower #drugcosts. www.drugs.com/news/medicar...
Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Rybelsus all control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes with diet and exercise. Ozempic also reduces heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease risk. These medications help reach A1C goals and prevent diabetes complications. #semaglutideVsTirzepatide
Tirzepatide vs semaglutide: How do they compare?
Official answer: Key Points Both tirzepatide and semaglutide are GLP-1 agonist prescription medicines used with diet and exercise to...
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January 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Mounjaro, Ozempic, and Rybelsus all control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes with diet and exercise. Ozempic also reduces heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease risk. These medications help reach A1C goals and prevent diabetes complications. #semaglutideVsTirzepatide
Breaking asthma research: Scientists discovered "pseudo-leukotrienes", molecules formed by free radicals that may drive inflammation more than previously known chemicals. People with asthma might lack defenses against these reactions, opening doors for new treatments. www.drugs.com/news/new-dis...
New Discovery Could Change How Asthma Is Treated, Scientists Say - Drugs.com MedNews
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 28, 2026 Scientists may have uncovered a new cause of asthma that could change how the disease is treated. Researchers at Case Western Reserve U
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January 28, 2026 at 6:14 PM
Breaking asthma research: Scientists discovered "pseudo-leukotrienes", molecules formed by free radicals that may drive inflammation more than previously known chemicals. People with asthma might lack defenses against these reactions, opening doors for new treatments. www.drugs.com/news/new-dis...
Jascayd has recently been approved for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, joining Ofev and Esbriet. These drugs slow progressive lung scarring but don't cure IPF. Treatment combines medication with oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. #PulmonaryFibrosisTreatments.
What are the latest treatments for IPF?
Official answer: The latest treatments for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) now include the recently FDA-approved Jascayd...
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January 28, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Jascayd has recently been approved for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, joining Ofev and Esbriet. These drugs slow progressive lung scarring but don't cure IPF. Treatment combines medication with oxygen therapy, and pulmonary rehabilitation. #PulmonaryFibrosisTreatments.
New study: Women on menopause hormone therapy lost 35% more weight using Zepbound than those without hormone therapy. Researchers say estrogen may boost GLP-1's appetite-suppressing effects. #ZepboundAndMenopause www.drugs.com/news/women-m...
Women On Menopause Hormone Therapy Lose More Weight With Zepbound, Study Finds - Drugs.com MedNews
TUESDAY, Jan. 27, 2026 Good news for women taking hormone therapy for menopause You might find that weight-loss drugs are more effective. Women on hormone thera
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January 27, 2026 at 7:26 PM
New study: Women on menopause hormone therapy lost 35% more weight using Zepbound than those without hormone therapy. Researchers say estrogen may boost GLP-1's appetite-suppressing effects. #ZepboundAndMenopause www.drugs.com/news/women-m...
Austedo and Xenazine both treat involuntary movements in Huntington's disease, but Austedo also treats tardive dyskinesia and may have fewer side effects. Xenazine offers a cheaper generic option. Effectiveness is similar. #AustedoVsXenazine
Austedo vs Xenazine: How do they compare?
Official answer: Deutetrabenazine (Austedo, Austedo XR) and tetrabenazine (Xenazine) primarily differ in their uses, chemical structure...
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January 27, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Austedo and Xenazine both treat involuntary movements in Huntington's disease, but Austedo also treats tardive dyskinesia and may have fewer side effects. Xenazine offers a cheaper generic option. Effectiveness is similar. #AustedoVsXenazine
Esophageal cancer starts in the lining of the throat-to-stomach tube. Risk factors include reflux, obesity, smoking, and alcohol use. Many with reflux have no symptoms. If you're at risk, ask your doctor about screening endoscopy. #EsophagealCancer www.drugs.com/news/esophag...
Esophageal Cancer: What It Is, Symptoms, and How It’s Treated - Drugs.com MedNews
MONDAY, Jan. 26, 2026 Esophageal cancer is a tumor that forms inside your esophagus, the passageway through which food and water travel from your mouth to your
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January 26, 2026 at 6:08 PM
Esophageal cancer starts in the lining of the throat-to-stomach tube. Risk factors include reflux, obesity, smoking, and alcohol use. Many with reflux have no symptoms. If you're at risk, ask your doctor about screening endoscopy. #EsophagealCancer www.drugs.com/news/esophag...
#Botox treats chronic migraines, muscle spasms, excessive sweating, overactive bladder, and more. Botox Cosmetic reduces forehead lines, crow's feet, and neck bands. Requires licensed provider injection; effects last two-to-four months. Side effects rare.
Botox Patient Tips: 7 things you should know
Easy-to-read patient tips for Botox covering how it works, benefits, risks, and best practices.
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January 26, 2026 at 5:25 PM
#Botox treats chronic migraines, muscle spasms, excessive sweating, overactive bladder, and more. Botox Cosmetic reduces forehead lines, crow's feet, and neck bands. Requires licensed provider injection; effects last two-to-four months. Side effects rare.
New research finds the shingles vaccine may slow biological aging in people 70+. Vaccinated individuals showed reduced inflammation and fewer genetic aging markers compared to unvaccinated peers. #ShinglesVaccine www.drugs.com/news/shingle...
Shingles Vaccine Appears To Slow Aging In Seniors, Study Finds - Drugs.com MedNews
FRIDAY, Jan. 23, 2026 The shingles vaccine can do more than simply protect folks from a maddening skin disease, new research shows. Incredibly, the shingles jab
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January 23, 2026 at 6:32 PM
New research finds the shingles vaccine may slow biological aging in people 70+. Vaccinated individuals showed reduced inflammation and fewer genetic aging markers compared to unvaccinated peers. #ShinglesVaccine www.drugs.com/news/shingle...
Entyvio treats moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis when other drugs fail. Controls inflammation, relieves symptoms, and induces remission. Clinical trials: 42% remission at one year vs. 16% placebo. Effects appear within six weeks. #EntyvioEffectiveness
How effective is Entyvio for Ulcerative Colitis?
Official answer: Entyvio may be used to treat moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) in adults. It helps to control...
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January 23, 2026 at 5:25 PM
Entyvio treats moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis when other drugs fail. Controls inflammation, relieves symptoms, and induces remission. Clinical trials: 42% remission at one year vs. 16% placebo. Effects appear within six weeks. #EntyvioEffectiveness
New study: A year of abatacept (#Orencia) injections delayed rheumatoid arthritis onset by up to four years in high-risk patients. Benefits persisted even after treatment stopped, offering hope for reducing disease burden and improving quality of life. www.drugs.com/news/advance...
Advance Treatment with Orencia Can Delay Onset Of Rheumatoid Arthritis By Years, Trial Data Show - Drugs.com MedNews
THURSDAY, Jan. 22, 2026 People can delay rheumatoid arthritis (RA) for several years by receiving treatment in advance using a long-standing biologic drug, a cl
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January 22, 2026 at 6:08 PM
New study: A year of abatacept (#Orencia) injections delayed rheumatoid arthritis onset by up to four years in high-risk patients. Benefits persisted even after treatment stopped, offering hope for reducing disease burden and improving quality of life. www.drugs.com/news/advance...
GLP-1 medications help manage obesity and type 2 diabetes by controlling hunger and blood sugar. Research shows they also reduce cardiovascular risk, protect kidneys, and improve heart failure symptoms, offering comprehensive benefits beyond weight loss. www.drugs.com/news/glp-1-c...
GLP-1 Medications: A Comprehensive Overview - Drugs.com MedNews
THURSDAY, Jan. 22, 2026 With more studies emerging, GLP-1 and dual GIP GLP-1 medications have become well-established options for those with obesity or type 2 d
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January 22, 2026 at 6:05 PM
GLP-1 medications help manage obesity and type 2 diabetes by controlling hunger and blood sugar. Research shows they also reduce cardiovascular risk, protect kidneys, and improve heart failure symptoms, offering comprehensive benefits beyond weight loss. www.drugs.com/news/glp-1-c...