Medicinali
New study offers hope for weight loss drugs against alcoholism
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A new study from the University of Gothenburg shows that tirzepatide, the active ingredient in the diabetes and weight loss drug Mounjaro, reduces alcohol intake and relapse-like behaviors in rats and mice. This builds on prior research on semaglutide in Ozempic and Wegovy, which curbs alcohol consumption in humans. Researchers hope for similar effects in patients with alcohol dependence.
La brasiliana Fiocruz, attraverso la sua unità Farmanguinhos, ha avviato la produzione interamente nazionale di tacrolimus, un immunosoppressore per prevenire il rigetto negli organi trapiantati. Il traguardo deriva da una Partnership per lo Sviluppo del Prodotto (PDP) con l'azienda brasiliana Libbs, che ha acquisito la tecnologia di produzione dall'indiana Biocon. Farmanguinhos diventa ora l'unico fornitore del sistema sanitario pubblico SUS.
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Colombia's Ministry of Health and Social Protection warned about the risks of excessive acetaminophen consumption among minors, known as the “acetaminophen challenge”. This social media-influenced practice leads to overdoses and severe liver and kidney damage.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency have approved lenacapavir as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for uninfected individuals at high risk. This antiretroviral drug is administered via subcutaneous injections every six months, providing an alternative to daily pills. The World Health Organization endorses its use in comprehensive prevention strategies.
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In chile's presidential runoff, candidates like Jeannette Jara have revived ideas to eliminate vat on drugs and end oncology waiting lists. These proposals aim to ease the high cost of medications, which accounts for 60% of out-of-pocket health spending. Experts see a chance for agreements that go beyond the election.