Medication

Millions of people make this mistake with painkillers – and it's dangerous

Painkillers are sold over the counter and are considered safe, but incorrect combinations, double dosages, and a lack of awareness regarding active ingredients can cause significant harm.

|ByDORON KUPERSTEIN
People think that if it's an over-the-counter painkiller, there's no reason to worry
Anyone taking regular medications should check with their doctor or pharmacist to see if they are permitted to consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice

The fruit that could disrupt medication activity

In some patients, even a single glass of juice can alter the breakdown of a medication in the body and increase its concentration in the blood.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL
ADHD is currently considered one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in the world

Within just 5 years: ADHD drug consumption in Israel has doubled

A new study by the Ministry of Health reveals a sharp spike in the consumption of ADHD medications alongside a dramatic shift in the types of drugs prescribed in Israel.

|ByAVICHAY CHAIM
Heartburn

The prescription that became a daily habit: The medication you probably do not need

Millions of people worldwide take heartburn medications, often continuing them for years without stopping to ask whether the treatment is still necessary.

|ByDR. ITAY GAL

Wegovy weight loss drug gets price cut in Israel—but only for lower doses

The reduction is welcome news for those just beginning treatment, as lower doses are typically prescribed in the early stages.

DECEMBER 22, 2024ByDR. ITAY GAL
Boxes with the popular weight loss injection drug, Wegovy.

No more needles? MIT unveils needle-free microjet inspired by squids for painless drug delivery

Microjet delivery systems mimic how cephalopods expel water and ink.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
No more needles?