Zolgensma (onasemnogene abeparvovec-xioi) is a brand-name drug prescribed for spinal muscular atrophy in certain children. Zolgensma comes as a liquid suspension for intravenous (IV) infusion. It’s given by a healthcare professional as a single dose. Zolgensma is a biologic medication and belongs to a drug class called gene therapy....

Zolgensma dosage

Quillivant XR (methylphenidate) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for ADHD in adults and some children. Quillivant XR comes as a powder that’s mixed with water and is typically taken once per day. Quillivant XR is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat attention deficit...

Quillivant XR dosage

Padcev (enfortumab vedotin-ejfv) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for a type of bladder cancer in adults. Padcev comes as an intravenous (IV) infusion that’s given by a healthcare professional. The dosage can vary if other treatments are given along with Padcev. Padcev is approved by the Food...

Padcev dosage

Myfembree (relugolix, estradiol, and norethindrone) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for specific symptoms related to uterine fibroids and endometriosis in certain adults. Myfembree comes as an oral tablet that’s typically taken once per day. Myfembree is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat females*...

Myfembree dosage

Opzelura (ruxolitinib) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for certain skin conditions in adults and some children. Opzelura comes as a topical cream that’s typically applied to the skin twice per day. The dosage may vary. Opzelura is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat...

Opzelura dosage

(HealthDay News) — Glucose lowering by metformin is greater when given before enteral glucose among patients with type 2 diabetes controlled by metformin monotherapy, according to a study recently published in Diabetologia. Cong Xie, PhD, from the University of Adelaide in Australia, and colleagues studied 16 participants with type...

Timing of metformin important in metformin-treated type 2 diabetes

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There's a limit to how much Ozempic a person can take (and good reasons for it).

What Is the Maximum Dose of Ozempic for Weight Loss? Here's What You Need to Know

Eli Lilly said it applied for U.S. approval of its weight loss drug Zepbound for the treatment of the most common sleep-related breathing disorder and expects regulators to make a decision as early as the end of the year. The company released additional data from two late-stage trials showing that...

Eli Lilly expects FDA decision on weight loss drug Zepbound for sleep apnea as early as end of the year

How Are Endometrial Cancer and Endometriosis Different?. “Sister Act” star Whoopi Goldberg, 68, says she didn’t know anything about endometriosis, a benign condition affecting the uterus that can cause intense pain, until an odd smell and a urinary tract infection caused her to see her doctor where it was discovered.

After Years of Pain, Comedian Whoopi Goldberg, 68, Says Cottage Cheese Helped Finally Lead To Getting Endometriosis Treatment

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Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDHeartburn is a burning sensation in your chest caused by stomach acid refluxing (coming back up)  into the esophagus (the hollow muscular tube that connects your throat to your stomach). Over 60 million Americans experience heartburn at least once a month.You may experience heartburn every once in a while from overeating or eating too fast. Some people get occasional heartburn, but some experience it more regularly if they have a condition like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) or chronic acid reflux.GERD is a gastrointestinal condition in which stomach acid flows...

What To Drink for Heartburn Relief

Simple exercises performed during rounds of chemotherapy can help people avoid nerve damage normally associated with the cancer-killing drugs, a new study suggests. About twice as many cancer patients on chemo wound up with long-lasting nerve damage if they didn't exercise, compared with two groups assigned different exercise regimens, researchers reported July 1 in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine.

Exercise May Prevent the Nerve Damage That Comes With Chemotherapy

T3D reveals a significant relationship between brain dysfunction and glucose levels, a critical factor in AD. Insufficient glucose levels can lead to an aggressive decline in insight, judgment, memory, and reasoning. Limited research reveals a link between Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and type 2 diabetes. Additional research is needed to...

What Is Type 3 Diabetes?

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Managing glucose levels is crucial for maintaining overall health, but many people are unaware of the joint pains associated with glucose health issues. These pains can range from mild discomfort to severe, life-altering conditions. Understanding these pains, their causes, and how to manage them is essential for anyone with glucose-related health problems.

Common pains linked to glucose health issues

DVT prophylaxis reduces the risk of developing deep vein thrombosis through medications, compression stockings, and devices. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) can occur when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the legs. The condition can cause pain, swelling, and serious complications. If the clot travels to the lungs, it can result in a life threatening pulmonary embolism (PE).

Everything to know about DVT prophylaxis

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Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

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WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

Elevated levels of uric acid in the blood lead to gout, a painful arthritic condition caused by uric acid crystals in the joints, triggering pain, swelling, and redness or discoloration. This occurs when your body makes too much uric acid or has a hard time getting rid of it. When uric acid crystals settle in the kidneys, they can produce kidney stones.

How to Lower Uric Acid With or Without Medication

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A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

Oligodendroglioma is a rare type of slow-growing tumor of the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. Treatment includes surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. Oligodendroglioma may arise in cells in the brain known as oligodendrocytes. These cells produce the protective sheath that surrounds nerves in the...

Oligodendroglioma: Symptoms and treatment

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Aldactone dosage

Aldactone (spironolactone) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for high blood pressure and other conditions. It comes as an oral tablet that can be taken multiple...

Aldactone dosage

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