Tag Archives: Medications

Multivitamins can interfere with the absorption and metabolism of certain medications. Blood thinners, thyroid medications and diuretics are just some of the drugs that don’t mix well with multivitamins. Take to your pharmacist or health care provider about any medications you’re taking that may interact with a multivitamin. About one-third of U.S. adults take a daily multivitamin, often to fill …

Some of the most common medications taken by tens of millions of Americans leave a lasting impact on the body long after a person stops taking them, according to new research. Beta-blockers, commonly prescribed for high blood pressure and heart conditions, were linked to changes in gut bacteria that were detectable even when people had stopped taking them several years …

Scientists may be on the verge of a medical breakthrough after discovering two common medications could reverse liver disease. Known medically as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), the condition is not linked to heavy drinking—the more commonly known cause of liver problems. Instead, MASLD occurs when excess fat builds up inside the liver, and it is said to be on …

Medications a person took years ago can still influence the community of microbes living in their gut, according to a large study conducted by the University of Tartu Institute of Genomics. By examining stool samples and prescription data from more than 2,500 participants in the Estonian Biobank’s Microbiome cohort, scientists discovered that most drugs they analyzed were associated with measurable …

Next time you’re cruisin’ through Costco to get your $1.50 hot dog and bulk chicken thighs, if Ozempic or Wegovy are also on your list, you’re in luck. Novo Nordisk, the company that owns both Wegovy and Ozempic, will be selling the medicine at nearly half the out-of-pocket price of other pharmacies at just $499. The company’s U.S. president David …

The head of the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday praised a plan announced by the White House earlier this week that President Trump said is designed to lower the cost of prescription drugs, calling it a “major step” toward making medication more affordable for Americans. On Tuesday, the president announced that drug giant Pfizer had agreed to be part …

Two-thirds of Americans drink coffee every day, making it the go-to drink of choice for many. But while kicking back with a cup seems harmless enough, there are potential medication and coffee interactions to be aware of. This is unfortunately a real thing. “Some medications are not good when they are consumed with coffee or other caffeine sources,” says Jamie …

1. Reduced hunger Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists such as semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro) have been shown to help people living with obesity lose weight. By mimicking the action of a hormone called GLP-1, they reduce appetite and feelings of hunger, slow the release of food from the stomach and increase feelings of fullness after eating. “It works by …

Millions of Britons could be blunting the effect of their daily medicines by taking them at the wrong time, a leading pharmacist has warned. Peter Thnoia, of online pharmacy PillTime, said: ‘Too often, people don’t read or fully follow the instructions that come with the medication—and that can have a real impact on how well it works. ‘Something as simple …

Some foods and drinks interfere with the way some diabetes medications work. High fat meals, alcohol and refined carbs can impact the effectiveness of some diabetes medications. When taking diabetes medications, make sure you stay hydrated and consider meal timing and portions. When you have diabetes, the focus is often on eating a healthy diet to better manage the disease …