A commonly prescribed pain medication—gabapentin—often considered a safer alternative to opioids for those who suffer from low back pain is now under scrutiny after being linked to increased risks of ...

Falls kill 684,000 people worldwide each year, and your medicine cabinet could be contributing to the problem.

Since 2004, AARP’s Public Policy Institute (PPI) has kept tabs on how much prescription drugs prices have increased. The latest “Rx Price Watch” report shows that retail prices for 943 commonly used ...

Too often as patients age, doctors pile on prescriptions. The practice, known as polypharmacy, can be dangerous at any age but it’s particularly hazardous for elderly people, from raising the risk of ...

Some everyday meds may quietly harm your heart. A cardiologist reveals 5 common drugs that could pose hidden risks to your cardiovascular health.

A study from Canada has raised concerns about certain blood pressure medications possibly being linked to a higher risk of suicide. The research, led by Dr. Muhammad Mamdani from St. Michael’s ...

Among female collegiate athletes, mild OSA is more common than previously expected and pulse wave velocity is higher in those with OSA.

A common medication already used for autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis is effective for patients with giant cell arteritis, according to findings from a team at the Perelman School ...

A warning has been issued regarding commonly prescribed medications that may heighten the risk of dementia, as revealed by a recent scientific study. According to research, regular use of specific ...

Warnings have been issued over commonly prescribed drugs could increase risk of dementia following a scientific study. Research suggested that regular use of certain types of commonly-prescribed ...

Various medications treat hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid cancer. Learn what they do and their generic and brand names.