Structure of translocator protein hints at role in disease Two research groups have independently solved the structures of similar translocator proteins, offering clues about its function that could spur the development of targeted drugs.…
Study questions FDA warning over adverse cognitive effects of statins In 25 placebo-controlled trials involving nearly 47,000 patients, adverse cognitive outcomes attributable to statins were rarely reported, researchers found.…
Older patients taking anticholinergic drugs are at risk of dementia People aged over 65 years who take some common over-the-counter or prescribed medicines for allergy, depression or an overactive bladder have an increased risk of developing dementia.…
Use of NSAIDs associated with surgery complication Use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in patients undergoing surgery may be associated with anastomotic leak at the surgical junction, research confirms.…
Human Protein Atlas reveals drug targets The Human Protein Atlas shows the locations of almost 17,000 different proteins in the human body and could offer invaluable guidance for drug developers. …
Almost 42% of US drinkers report taking drugs that interact with alcohol Some 41.5% of US adults who drink alcohol report taking medicines known to interact with alcohol, according to research published in Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research.…
Searching social networks to detect adverse reactions Regulators and pharmaceutical companies are monitoring social media posts for potential adverse drug reaction signals.…
Women taking valproate should be told about risks of developmental disorders in offspringWomen taking valproate should be told about the risks of developmental disorders in children exposed to the drug during pregnancy, says the UK medicines regulator.…
Top 10 learning articles of 2014 from The Pharmaceutical Journal Our response to the Ebola outbreak is a sign of how our learning content is changing to meet your needs.…
Risk of heart problems prompts removal of OTC diclofenac from UK pharmacy shelves Oral diclofenac tablets, used for short-term pain relief, will no longer be available as an over-the-counter pharmacy medicine in the UK.…