It is a broad term that refers to a variety of substance that has varying effects on people – medicinal, intoxicating or enhancing. They can include medicines, recreational drugs and performance enhancing ones. Drugs are different from hormones in the sense that they are not produced by the human body. In the last century, medicinal drugs have become essential for human survival and longevity. It has become standard practice around the world to take vaccinations (preventive medicine) to increase immunity against diseases. On the other hand, the use of recreational drugs is extremely troublesome for society with the legal ones (tobacco and alcohol) causing far more damage than the illegal ones (cannabis, heroin, hallucinogens and other narcotics).
The journey of Indian pharmaceutical companies exemplifies a synergistic blend of economic viability and social responsibility, positioning them as true leaders in the pursuit of global health equity.
World Patient Safety Day is dedicated to the theme 'Engaging pati nts for pati nt saf ty' and the slogan 'El vat th voic of pati nts'.
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How long marijuana can stay in a person's body or continue to show in a drug test depends on many factors.
Without antibiotics, even common diseases can become potentially life threatening. But it has its drawbacks too. Experts say that it can increase our risk of flu by killing gut bacteria.
The Indian Council of Medical Research has recommended a "complete" ban on e-cigarettes, saying their use can initiate nicotine addiction among non-smokers.
A new study published in Cell Reports has revealed that a class of drugs used to treat certain breast cancers could help tackle lung cancers that have become resistant to targeted therapies.
The FDA has approved a new drug for the treatment of adult patients who have relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia with a FLT3 mutation.
These wonder robo-sperms that look alike human sperm cells and travel like them can be used for better, cost-friendly drug delivery among humans.
Just like your home-based pregnancy test kit, this paper-based east-to-conduct, inexpensive test will identify fake and diluted drugs, mostly antibiotics, thanks to the scientists from the Colorado State University.
Teenagers who have social conduct disorder and drugs abuse problems are likely to die young, says a study
According to this new study, certain drugs or medications which have adverse effects on your health can be potential threats to your life.
The Drugs Technical Advisory Board has banned 343 FDC drugs, some of which were used in treating cold and cough.
It may be difficult to deal with and recover from drug addiction, but it is not impossible.
As per the research conducted by the University of Edinburgh, nearly 80 genes that could be linked to depression have been discovered.
Opioid use has grown to epidemic proportions in the US and has been a main contributor to a resurgence of heroin use as well as the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C.
The drugs which are often prescribed for hospitalized kids are inappropriate, a global study has suggested.
Are you a diabetic? Read about side-effects and drug interactions of anti-diabetic drugs.
A unique combination of hormone-based drugs can produce enhanced weight loss.
Do not take medicines every time you have a headache as you might end up overdosing on it.
Read to know the impact of GST on milk, salt, sanitary napkins, drugs, shampoos, hair oil, beauty products & other everyday needs.
The prices for insulin (Soluble), Ibuprofen, cyclosporine, eluting drug stents and vaccines to remain unchanged.
Smoking up as a teenager may increase one's attraction towards other illicit drugs.
The journey of Indian pharmaceutical companies exemplifies a synergistic blend of economic viability and social responsibility, positioning them as true leaders in the pursuit of global health equity.
World Patient Safety Day is dedicated to the theme 'Engaging pati nts for pati nt saf ty' and the slogan 'El vat th voic of pati nts'.
Psychedelic drugs for boxing: Know how far can it benefit?
Dr Pradeep Mahajan (Regenerative Medicine Researcher, Mumbai) explains epilepsy and therapeutic Regenerative Medicine strategy.
How long marijuana can stay in a person's body or continue to show in a drug test depends on many factors.
Without antibiotics, even common diseases can become potentially life threatening. But it has its drawbacks too. Experts say that it can increase our risk of flu by killing gut bacteria.
The Indian Council of Medical Research has recommended a "complete" ban on e-cigarettes, saying their use can initiate nicotine addiction among non-smokers.
A new study published in Cell Reports has revealed that a class of drugs used to treat certain breast cancers could help tackle lung cancers that have become resistant to targeted therapies.
The FDA has approved a new drug for the treatment of adult patients who have relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukemia with a FLT3 mutation.
These wonder robo-sperms that look alike human sperm cells and travel like them can be used for better, cost-friendly drug delivery among humans.
Just like your home-based pregnancy test kit, this paper-based east-to-conduct, inexpensive test will identify fake and diluted drugs, mostly antibiotics, thanks to the scientists from the Colorado State University.
Teenagers who have social conduct disorder and drugs abuse problems are likely to die young, says a study
According to this new study, certain drugs or medications which have adverse effects on your health can be potential threats to your life.
The Drugs Technical Advisory Board has banned 343 FDC drugs, some of which were used in treating cold and cough.
It may be difficult to deal with and recover from drug addiction, but it is not impossible.
As per the research conducted by the University of Edinburgh, nearly 80 genes that could be linked to depression have been discovered.
Opioid use has grown to epidemic proportions in the US and has been a main contributor to a resurgence of heroin use as well as the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C.
The drugs which are often prescribed for hospitalized kids are inappropriate, a global study has suggested.
Are you a diabetic? Read about side-effects and drug interactions of anti-diabetic drugs.
A unique combination of hormone-based drugs can produce enhanced weight loss.
Do not take medicines every time you have a headache as you might end up overdosing on it.
Read to know the impact of GST on milk, salt, sanitary napkins, drugs, shampoos, hair oil, beauty products & other everyday needs.
The prices for insulin (Soluble), Ibuprofen, cyclosporine, eluting drug stents and vaccines to remain unchanged.
Smoking up as a teenager may increase one's attraction towards other illicit drugs.
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