State reviews cough medicine amid teen abuse concerns
A Pennsylvania panel will consider restricting over-the-counter cough remedies such as Robitussin DM after officials reported teen abuse and cases of kidney problems linked to long-term use. Demonstrations include discarded bottles and a teen in Williamsport allegedly harmed by the syrup. Pharmacists urge placing dextromethorphan products under pharmacist control despite safety claims.
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Feel good hormone linked to alcohol intake study
Researchers Krishnan and Prof Roger Maickel report that the same amino acids producing a feel good hormone also trigger ACTH under two conditions. They suggest a drug with those amino acids could influence the hormone pathway, potentially affecting mood and stress responses.
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