Scientists make ibuprofen and other common painkillers from paper industry waste
It's probably fair to say that when most people conjure images of the pharmaceutical industry, it's not often there's an association between the production of life-saving drugs and environmental decline. But according to one 2019 study by The Conversation, drug companies produce more tonnes of…#conversation #universityofbath #unitedkingdom #chemsuschem #turpentine (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - July 9, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Study assesses opioid usage patterns in patients with lupus
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) —a challenging autoimmune disease most common in women of childbearing age—can cause many problems in the body, including chronic pain. Typical pain management strategies are not always available to patients with lupus. For example, patients with kidney problems being treated with steroids cann ot use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen. As a result, different pain management strategies, including opioid therapy, may be needed. A Mayo Clinic cross-sectional study in a population-based setting aimed to… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
Source: News from Mayo Clinic - June 27, 2023 Category: Databases & Libraries Source Type: news
Veterinary Hospital shares " scary " list of things that are toxic to dogs
What's one thing that's toxic to dogs? That's the question that was recently posed to staff at a leading veterinary hospital and their responses threw up a few surprises. In a video posted to TikTok, members of the team at the Upper Canada Animal Hospital, based in Niagara-on-the-Lake, near the…#tiktok #niagara #ontario #daviddilmore #denver #colorado #readerdigest #ibuprofen #grapes (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - June 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Family Dollar recalls Advil stored outside of temperature requirements
Family Dollar issued another recall for several over-the-counter drug products improperly stored and shipped to an undisclosed number of stores. Seven different Advil products were included in the recall because they were stored "outside of labeled temperature requirements," according to a notice…#familydollar #fda #dollartree #colgate #dayquil #tylenol (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - May 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
J & J consumer products spinoff Kenvue goes public through $3.8B IPO
The new company will operate the Fort Washington manufacturing plant that makes Tylenol, Motrin and other over-the-counter health care products. (Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines)
Source: bizjournals.com Health Care:Pharmaceuticals headlines - May 4, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: John George Source Type: news
Johnson & Johnson Reports Q1 2023 Results
New Brunswick, N.J. (April 18, 2023) – Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today announced results for first-quarter 2023. “Our first quarter results demonstrate strong performance across all three segments of our business and reflect the dedication of Johnson & Johnson colleagues around the world,” said Joaquin Duato, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. “With this momentum, I look forward to the remainder of the year, one filled with exciting catalysts that will create both near- and long-term value for patients and all of our stakeholders.”OVERALL FINANCIAL RESULTSQ1($ in Millions, except EPS)2...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - April 18, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Tags: Financial Source Type: news
J & J ’s proposal to settle talc lawsuits for $8.9 billion sends stock up the most in more than a year
Johnson & Johnson’s stock rose more than 3% Wednesday to put it on track for its biggest percentage gain in more than a year, buoyed by news the company has agreed to pay about $9 billion to settle cosmetic-talc litigation claims. The company JNJ, said late Tuesday it would pay up to $8.9 billion…#johnsonjohnsons #jnj #jpmorgan #350 #motrin #babypowder #showertoshower #guggenheim #vamildivan #consumerhealth (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - April 5, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
BlackRock Can ’t Compete With Free Advil in China Pension Race
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Source: Reuters: Health - March 28, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Taking paracetamol and ibuprofen for a bad back might do more harm than good - research
Popping painkillers provide "limited" relief from back pain, researchers say. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 22, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Doctor's game-changing ibuprofen tip to help stop period cramps before they start
"There are simple things you can do that will really help relieve the pain." (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - February 18, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Adverse drugs reactions to paracetamol and ibuprofen in children: a 5-year report from a pediatric poison control center in Italy - Marano M, Roversi M, Severini F, Memoli C, Musolino A, Pisani M, Cecchetti C, Villani A.
This study aimed to analyze all the patients who contacted the hospital's pediatric poison control center (PPCC) for exposure to ibuprofen and acetaminophen, in order to assess the incidence of any adverse reactions. METHODS: We retrosp... (Source: SafetyLit)
Source: SafetyLit - February 17, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Age: Infants and Children Source Type: news
Johnson & Johnson Reports Q4 and Full-Year 2022 Results
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. – January 24, 2023 – Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ) today announced results for fourth-quarter and full year 2022. “Our full year 2022 results reflect the continued strength and stability of our three business segments, despite macroeconomic challenges,” said Joaquin Duato, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. “I am inspired by our employees who make a difference in the health and lives of people around the world every day. As we look ahead to 2023, Johnson & Johnson is well-positioned to drive near-term growth, while also investing strategically to deliver long-term value...
Source: Johnson and Johnson - January 24, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
FDA issues guidance to help increase supply of ibuprofen oral suspension products in hospitals and health systems
FDA is issuing an immediately-in-effect guidance on compounding certain ibuprofen products in an effort to improve the supply of pediatric ibuprofen amid record high demand. (Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New)
Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New - January 21, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: FDA Source Type: news
Compounding Certain Ibuprofen Oral Suspension Products Under Section 503B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act
This guidance describes the Food and Drug Administration ’s (FDA or the Agency) regulatory and enforcement priorities regarding the compounding of certain ibuprofen oral suspension products in outsourcing facilities for administration in hospitals and health systems. (Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New)
Source: FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research - What's New - January 20, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: FDA Source Type: news
Ibuprofen Reduces Testosterone Level in Women With PCOS Ibuprofen Reduces Testosterone Level in Women With PCOS
A new study evaluated the effects of the NSAID ibuprofen on testosterone and other hormones among women with PCOS.Journal of the Endocrine Society (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - January 17, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes & Endocrinology Journal Article Source Type: news
