PPIs linked to risk of dementia

February 16, 2016 A new study shows an association between proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and an increased risk of dementia among older adults. German researchers conducted a prospective cohort study using observational data on more than 73,600 patients from 2004–11....

More support for osteoporosis drugs

February 16, 2016 While use of osteoporosis drugs has dropped significantly in recent years following reports of serious adverse events, some experts say that the benefits of the drugs outweigh the risks for many patients. A recent report in the New England Journal of...

Indiana cold-medicine plan concerns pharmacists

February 16, 2016 Some community pharmacies in Indiana warn that proposed legal changes in the state that would leave it to pharmacists to decide whether to reject suspected methamphetamine makers outright or require them to get a prescription for cold medicines could...

Indiana cold-medicine plan concerns pharmacists

February 16, 2016 Some community pharmacies in Indiana warn that proposed legal changes in the state that would leave it to pharmacists to decide whether to reject suspected methamphetamine makers outright or require them to get a prescription for cold medicines could...