Label Mix-Up Prompts Montelukast Recall
Pill bottles that are labeled as montelukast sodium tablets but actually contain the antihypertensive losartan potassium are being recalled. News Alerts …read more
FDA Approves Two New Drugs for HIV
Pifeltro contains doravirine, a new non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor, and Delstrigo is a fixed-dose combination of doravirine, lamivudine, and tenofovir disoproxil fumarate. FDA Approvals …read more
Is it safe to take ibuprofen while breastfeeding?
Many doctors recommend that women avoid taking ibuprofen when they are pregnant, so people may wonder if this drug is safe to take while breastfeeding. In this article, learn about the safety, risks, and considerations of taking ibuprofen while breastfeeding. We also discuss other pain relievers and natural treatments. …read more
Why is my period so light?
A light period is when someone has less menstrual blood or a shorter period than usual. Many factors can affect the flow of periods, including diet, exercise, and health conditions. Pregnancy can cause spotting, which people may mistake for a light period. Learn about the causes and symptoms of light periods here. …read more
What causes cramps without a period?
A variety of factors and underlying conditions can cause cramps outside of a person’s regular period. These include irritable bowel syndrome, endometriosis, and pelvic inflammatory disease. In this article, learn more about the possible causes and their additional symptoms, as well as when to see a doctor. …read more
USPSTF: Screen Pregnant, Postpartum Women for Depression Risk
Draft guidance from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends screening all pregnant and postpartum women for perinatal depression risk; at risk women should be referred for counseling. Medscape Medical News …read more
Does a faint positive line mean you are pregnant?
Home pregnancy tests can sometimes produce a faint positive result. This result often means that pregnancy has occurred, although other factors can also influence the test. Learn more about what a faint positive result means and what to do when one appears. This article also looks at when someone should see a doctor. …read more
MS: New drug proven to slow brain shrinkage
A randomized, placebo-controlled trial shows that a new drug can reduce the atrophy of the brain, which is a hallmark of multiple sclerosis. …read more
Are red spots on the breast a sign of cancer?
There are many possible causes of red spots or a rash on the breast, including allergic reactions, infections, problems with the milk ducts, and several other skin conditions. However, red spots can sometimes be an early sign of inflammatory breast cancer or Paget’s disease of the breast. Learn more here. …read more
FDA Warns of Serious Genital Infection With SGLT2 Inhibitors
The agency has received reports of 12 cases of necrotizing fasciitis of the perineum in patients taking sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors, including five women. News Alerts …read more