Medicines

Modern medicine can cure epilepsy, but stigma should go

November 18, 2022

Modern medicine can cure epilepsy, but stigma should go

The need to increase public awareness to help improve the quality of life of children with epilepsy is being increasingly felt of late.

November 17, 2022
384 essential medicines brought under price cap

The amendment brought in after seven years will reduce the price of medicines such as insulin glargine injection used by diabetic patients, ivermectin for treatment of infection and montelukast tablets given to asthma patients.
November 13, 2022
Why pneumonia should not be taken lightly: 10 facts about the disease

The infection causes inflammation in the air sacs of the lungs which leads to cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and trouble breathing.
October 28, 2022
Tharoor Line | Indian drug firms need heavy dose of quality check

The tragic news that 66 children in the West African country called The Gambia have died after consuming an Indian-made cough syrup, has been a rude wake-up call for all of us.
October 24, 2022
Ayurveda: A traditional system that promises wholesome wellness

Most Ayurvedic medications and therapies are based on the theory that ‘prevention is better than cure’ and therefore by increasing the immunity of the body.
October 12, 2022
Is cough syrup dangerous? Here is what an expert doctor says

With the WHO’s recent announcement, there is concern among the lay public about the consumption of cough syrups easily available even without a doctor’s prescription.
October 10, 2022
Scrutiny on prescriptions: Surprise checks to be conducted at govt hospitals

There have been several complaints that doctors push unavailable drugs, thus forcing patients to routinely buy them outside.

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