February 09, 2012: Stopping Bone Drug Cuts Risk of Second Thigh Fracture: Study
After unusual femur break, patients should not take bisphosphonates, researchers say

February 08, 2012: Generic Drugs Easing Out-of-Pocket Medical Costs in U.S.
But meds remain a significant burden for those with low incomes, chronic illnesses, study finds

February 07, 2012: New Antibiotic for Bladder Infection Disappoints in Trial
But other drugs can still get the job done, experts say

February 07, 2012: Breast Cancer Drug May Weaken Bones, Study Finds
Researchers say postmenopausal women taking Aromasin need to be monitored

February 06, 2012: Metformin Preferred Drug for Type 2 Diabetes, Experts Say
But, American College of Physicians states diet and exercise changes should start before medication

February 06, 2012: New Scoring Method May Help Predict Stroke Outcome
Study reveals quick way to identify those who will respond well to clot-buster alteplase

February 03, 2012: Aspirin, Warfarin Fare Equally for Heart Failure Patients
Each of these anti-clotting drugs had similar effectiveness in preventing deaths, study found

February 02, 2012: It's 'Buyer Beware' When Getting Statins Off the Internet
Safety information, side-effect warnings are often lacking, British study finds

February 02, 2012: New Anti-Clotting Drug May Cut Brain Bleeding Risk: Study
People with abnormal heartbeat taking Xarelto were less likely to bleed out than warfarin patients

February 01, 2012: Experimental Drug Might Beat Aspirin in Preventing Repeat Strokes: Study
It's not yet FDA-approved, but apixaban cut clot risk caused by abnormal heartbeat

February 01, 2012: Pfizer Recalls 1 Million Packets of Birth Control Pills
Errors in packaging could cause accidental pregnancies, company warns

January 30, 2012: Study Looks at Possible HIV Drugs-Birth Defect Link
More research needed into unconfirmed association between antiretrovirals and cleft lip/palate

January 27, 2012: Positive Reinforcement May Help Patients Take Their Meds
Upbeat thoughts plus education boosted adherence among blacks with high blood pressure, study found

January 24, 2012: Heartburn Meds Won't Help, May Harm Kids With Asthma
Acid-reducing drugs might boost respiratory infections in children without reflux, study finds

January 20, 2012: Bipolar Drug May Spur Weight Gain, Thyroid Problems: Review
Overall, lithium still 'treatment of choice' but docs urged to watch for and manage side effects

January 19, 2012: Repeat Scans Urged for Head Injury When Blood Thinners Involved
Italian study confirms recommendation for 2 CT scans 24 hours apart to detect bleeding in brain

January 19, 2012: Antidepressants Might Raise Fall Risk in Nursing Homes
Residents with dementia taking so-called SSRIs seem to be at higher risk of injury, study suggests

January 18, 2012: New Drug Combo for Hepatitis C Shows Promise
Called 'watershed' research, study reports success with oral meds

January 18, 2012: 'The Pill' Can Help Ease Period Pain, Study Finds
Many doctors already prescribe oral contraceptives 'off-label' for this purpose, experts note

January 17, 2012: Younger Adults on Multiple Meds at Risk for Falls: Study
Injury risk was doubled compared to those with fewer prescriptions

January 10, 2012: Alzheimer's Med Seems Ineffective in Those With Down Syndrome
Patients taking memantine had more serious adverse events than those given placebo

January 09, 2012: Statins May Boost Diabetes Risk in Older Women
But experts say finding shouldn't spur change in guidelines for the cholesterol-lowering drugs

January 09, 2012: FDA Warns of Painkiller Mix-Up at Nebraska Plant
Small chance that prescription narcotic painkillers, over-the-counter meds were mingled together

January 09, 2012: Short Delay in Treating Blood Pressure Safe for Diabetics: Study
But other experts disagree, saying the best solution to hypertension is prompt drug therapy

January 06, 2012: ADHD Drug Shortage Pushes Parents to Seek Substitutes
But experts say medication switches must be done carefully

January 05, 2012: New Guidelines Issued for Combining HIV, Seizure Meds
Doctors urged to use caution in treating HIV/AIDS patients who experience seizures

January 04, 2012: FDA Curbs Use of Certain Antibiotics in Livestock, Poultry
Move stems from fears of drug-resistant bacteria that could pose threat to humans

December 28, 2011: Cases of Tamiflu-Resistant Flu Concern Experts
WHO researchers report H1N1 strain passing among people and proving immune to Tamiflu

December 28, 2011: Doubt Cast on Use of Genetic Test Before Plavix
Research review suggests test won't help docs determine who would benefit from heart drug

December 26, 2011: How to Make Your Quit-Smoking Resolution Stick
Tips from the American Lung Association may help

December 20, 2011: Treating High Blood Pressure May Add Years to Life
Study found those who took blood pressure meds lived a day longer for every month of treatment

December 14, 2011: Alcohol Use Down, Pot Use Up Among U.S. Teens
Drinking at historic lows, but fewer kids seem to think marijuana is dangerous, survey finds

December 13, 2011: Many Toddlers Wind Up in ER After Accidental Overdose
New program advises parents on how to store medicines safely

December 12, 2011: ADHD Drugs Don't Raise Risk of Heart Problems: Study
Earlier research indicated possible problem, but latest finding doesn't show link

December 12, 2011: Side Effects Cause Many Older Women to Drop Breast Cancer Drugs
Problems with recurrence-preventing aromatase inhibitors may be underreported, study suggests

December 12, 2011: Low-Dose Aspirin After Lung Clot Could Prevent Recurrence
Study shows benefit for patients who've already finished with stronger blood thinners

December 12, 2011: Drug for Acute Respiratory Distress May Do More Harm Than Good: Study
Trial of salbutamol was discontinued after patients using it fared worse than those without it

December 08, 2011: Treating Prehypertension Lowers Stroke Risk: Study
Antihypertensive drugs even help those with slightly elevated blood pressure

December 08, 2011: Obesity Linked to Worse Outcomes With Early Breast Cancer
But tamoxifen showed protective effect for heavy women, researchers say

December 08, 2011: Avastin Boosted Survival for Type of Aggressive Breast Cancer: Study
Added to chemo treatment, the drug prolonged life an average of nearly 3 months, researchers say

December 07, 2011: Bone Drugs May Also Battle Breast Cancer, Researchers Say
Two studies suggest zoledronic acid extends survival, reduces odds of recurrence

December 07, 2011: Diabetes, Obesity After 60 May Drive Up Breast Cancer Risk
Study also finds low blood lipids linked to risk, but can't explain it

December 05, 2011: More Children Using Preventive Asthma Drugs: Study
Minorities and uninsured had lower use of these medications, researchers say

December 02, 2011: Opioids May Be Overused for Chronic Stomach Pain
Doubling of prescriptions over 10 years is cause for concern, study says

November 29, 2011: Medication Review May Benefit Home Health Care Patients
Seniors who get prescriptions at medical office have fewer potentially inappropriate drugs: study

November 29, 2011: Lipitor Goes Generic, Saving Patients Money
Top-selling cholesterol-lowering drug will be available to more people

November 28, 2011: Chronic Bowel Disease Drugs Linked to Skin Cancer Risk
Two studies find immunosuppressants called thiopurines may raise risk of non-melanoma cancers

November 23, 2011: Intermittent Steroid Use Called OK for Wheezing Preschoolers
Study finds daily steroids not necessary for tots with recurrent but not persistent wheeze

November 23, 2011: Newer Blood Thinner May Pose Danger to Trauma Patients
Pradaxa has caused severe bleeding problems that can't be reversed, trauma surgeon says

November 23, 2011: Four Common Meds Send Thousands of Seniors to Hospital: CDC
Blood thinner, aspirin, insulin and oral diabetes drugs account for two-thirds of nearly 100,000 hospitalizations.