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To trigger Crohn's disease, pathogenic bacteria co-opt a genetic susceptibility

Medical Xpress

Changes in a single gene open the door for harmful gut bacteria to set off the inflammation that drives Crohn's disease, according to a new study led by Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian investigators. These findings could one day help doctors better select targeted treatments for patients with this immune disorder.

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Fecal transplants show promise for protecting newborns receiving antibiotics

Scienmag

Antibiotics are among the most powerful superheroes of medicine. From the introduction of penicillin in the 1930s to the dramatic rescues that occur today when doctors use strong antibiotics like vancomycin to combat “superbugs,” many people know that bacteria-slaying antibiotics have saved uncounted lives from deadly infections.

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(BEST) over the counter ANTIBIOTIC cream

Druggist

Antibiotic creams are prescription-only medicines. A doctor or another qualified prescribed needs to issue NHS or private prescription for supply to happen. Patients are usually required to complete an online assessment , which is reviewed by a doctor who issues the prescription with the product delivered to the patient.

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Analyzing the Emerging Demand for the Probiotics

Delveinsight

Probiotics are a type of beneficial or live bacteria that provides various valuable benefits such as boosting the immune system and maintaining digestive health. Our body hosts natural bacteria (in the gut), and an imbalance in their occurrence can lead to a wide range of diseases and symptoms. Are Probiotics considered medicine?

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Flucloxacillin vs Amoxicillin: 2 most POPULAR antibiotics

Druggist

Both drugs are classified as prescription-only medicines (POM) and with this amoxicillin and flucloxacillin need to be prescribed by a qualified doctor, dentist or another qualified prescriber. Flucloxacillin is not listed as medicines allowed on FP10D type of NHS prescription. Licensed use of flucloxacillin and amoxicillin.

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Warning of counterfeit ivermectin tablets sold via social media

Sciensano

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. Although several health authorities warned the public against using this medicine outside clinical trials, the medicine was widely used on a major scale in late 2020 and in 2021.

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Ibuprofen for chickenpox – can you use it? [ANSWERED]

Druggist

Alongside paracetamol (Calpol) it is one of the first medicines considered by parents when a child is ill. What are the alternative medicines for chickenpox? Skin infection is usually caused by a group of bacteria called group A streptococcus (GAS) and Staphylococcus aureus. What are the alternative medicines for chickenpox?