Drugs
Outpatient Treatment for Mild Acute Diverticulitis
Outpatient Treatment for Mild Acute Diverticulitis: Antibiotics vs. No Antibiotics

A study compares outpatient treatment with and without antibiotics for mild acute diverticulitis, aiming to assess differences in admission rates and outcomes, providing evidence for optimizing management approaches in clinical practice.

July 2022

Adolescent Cannabis Use and Neurodevelopmental Imp
Adolescent Cannabis Use and Neurodevelopmental Impact: Implications for Brain Health

Adolescent cannabis use has lasting effects on brain development and behavior, highlighting the importance of early intervention and preventive measures to mitigate the neurodevelopmental impact of cannabis use during adolescence.

April 2022

Bacterial coinfection is unusual in non-critical c
Bacterial coinfection is unusual in non-critical cases of COVID-19

Antibiotics are rarely indicated for COVID-19, however prescribing has been high during the pandemic.

January 2022

Prevention of infective endocarditis in dental pro
Prevention of infective endocarditis in dental procedures

Antibiotic prophylaxis for invasive dental procedures is suggested only for high-risk patients with conditions such as prosthetic heart valve

January 2022

Antibiotic Therapy for Prosthetic Joint Infection:
Antibiotic Therapy for Prosthetic Joint Infection: Comparative Efficacy and Safety

Open-label randomized trial compares the efficacy and safety of 6 weeks versus 12 weeks of antibiotic therapy for prosthetic joint infection, providing evidence-based recommendations for treatment duration and optimizing clinical outcomes in affected patients.

January 2022

Nitazoxanide for COVID-19 Treatment: Regulatory St
Nitazoxanide for COVID-19 Treatment: Regulatory Status Update

Emergency use authorization for nitazoxanide as a potential treatment for COVID-19 is requested from the FDA in the US, signaling ongoing efforts to repurpose existing drugs for combating the pandemic and expanding therapeutic options for affected individuals.

January 2022

Aspirin: What is the dosage?
Aspirin: What is the dosage?

Comparative Effectiveness of Aspirin Dosing in Cardiovascular Diseases

December 2021

When to use drugs for mild arterial hypertension?
When to use drugs for mild arterial hypertension?

If mildly high blood pressure doesn't respond to lifestyle change, medications may help

December 2021

Antipsychotic-Cardiovascular Drug Interactions: Po
Antipsychotic-Cardiovascular Drug Interactions: Polypharmacy Risks

Polypharmacy involving antipsychotics and cardiovascular drugs increases the risk of potential adverse drug interactions, highlighting the importance of medication reconciliation and monitoring in patients receiving multiple pharmacological agents.

August 2021

Safety of Psychotropic Drugs in COVID-19 Patients:
Safety of Psychotropic Drugs in COVID-19 Patients: Clinical Considerations and Management Strategies

Understanding the clinically relevant safety profiles of psychotropic drugs in patients with COVID-19 is essential for optimizing treatment outcomes and minimizing potential adverse effects, highlighting the importance of tailored pharmacological interventions and close monitoring in this patient population.

Februery 2021