Medications

A new clinical trial suggests that taking blood pressure medicine at night may improve control of both nighttime and daytime readings. The results could change how some people with hypertension manage their treatment. Researchers from Sichuan University in China compared morning versus bedtime dosing of antihypertensive drugs. They found bedtime use lowered nighttime blood pressure … Read more

A type of drug best known for helping with weight loss may also ease joint pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis, according to doctors. These medications, called GLP-1 receptor agonists, are widely prescribed for managing type 2 diabetes and obesity, but new evidence suggests they could have broader benefits. GLP-1s, which include semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and … Read more