April 17, 2024

Should Beta-Blockers Be Routinely Prescribed After Heart Attacks?

Based on a new study, fewer patients might be prescribed beta-blockers after heart attacks. The researchers still recommend the drugs for patients with a large myocardial infarction who experience heart failure but suggest that there is no indication for the use of beta-blockers in patients with no signs of heart failure and a normal ejection fraction. Read more.

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SGLT-2i, Testosterone Combo Increases Erythrocytosis Risk in Diabetes

Pharmacists might want to caution patients with type 2 diabetes that taking sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor (SGLT-2i) medications while on testosterone replacement therapy could cause erythrocytosis. That condition could dangerously thicken their blood by increasing the concentration of red blood cells and hinders normal blood flow. Find out why researchers are concerned that might occur and what level of risk patients face.

No Link Found Between Acetaminophen Use in Pregnancy, Neurological Issues

For years, acetaminophen was considered by the FDA to pose minimal risk during pregnancy. A consensus statement that was made several years ago raised concerns about the use of the painkiller by expectant mothers, however. Now, a study finds no link with autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or intellectual disability and suggests that associations observed in other models may have been attributable to confounding. Read more.

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Affordability of FreeStyle Libre Systems

The FreeStyle Libre 3 system has been cleared by the FDA and is indicated for use in people with diabetes aged 4 years and older. Learn more about the FreeStyle Libre 3 system and how it can be an effective tool for glucose monitoring in diabetes management.
 
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