WHO marked Pakistan among the countries still at risk due to the industrially produced toxic trans fats, in the recent status report on Monday. A new stats report from WHO, Countdown to 2023 WHO Report on global trans fat elimination 2022, claims that almost 5 billion people worldwide are unprotected from the adverse effects of trans fats and the resulting heart diseases due to this, and 9 countries including Pakistan have not taken necessary measures to reduce their consumption. Trans fats are industrially used in packaged foods, cooking oils, or bakery goods. Previously in 2018, WHO had set the goal…
Author: Samreen Saeed
Samreen Saeed
She is a Doctor of Pharmacy, registered by the Punjab Pharmacy Council. She has exposure to the current pharmaceutical practices in community pharmacies. She aims to counsel people through her writings on the use of prescription and over-the-counter medicines to reduce adverse events associated with drug misuse.
A cervical cancer awareness session was held in Islamabad to raise awareness headed by Dr. Shazia Sobia Soomro, Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of National Health Services Regulations and Coordination in which the panel doctors emphasized launching awareness campaigns at the national level to reduce the number of resulting deaths. Since January is recognized as Cervical Cancer Awareness month, a panel discussion on “Screening and Prevention of Female Cancer” was held by the Sustainability Development Policy Institute in which several renowned doctors of the country participated and raised words to highlight the need for a countrywide awareness campaign that can…
About Trulicity Injection: Trulicity Injection containing Dulaglutide is a prescription medicine for Diabetes type 2 (diabetes mellitus) in adults, used in addition to diet and exercise for regulating blood sugar levels. It is also used to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular risks in adults with diabetes. Trulicity injection is an FDA-approved injection belonging to the class of antidiabetics. Trulicity is similar to the incretin hormone in the body. It works by activating GLP, glucagon-like peptide-1 in the pancreatic beta cells. This increases the release of insulin from the beta cells and thus, reduces the blood…
A rise in occurrence of a rare neural tube defect, Spina Bifida is reported in South Punjab. The spinal disease is detected in newborns and the number remains the highest in the rural areas of Pakistan. Assistant professor of pediatrics at SZMCH, Dr. Syed Asif Shah reported that they treat almost 5-6 children with Spina Bifida every week, and almost 50,000 cases of the spinal disease are reported every year across the country. He added that the deficiency of folic acid in women during their first pregnancy trimester usually results in this birth defect in the newborns. The doctor further…
Provera tablet, containing medroxyprogesterone acetate, is a prescription medicine used to treat menstrual abnormalities, and secondary amenorrhea, and is also used as a contraceptive. It is a derivative of the female hormone, progesterone and is used in hormone replacement therapies and for the treatment of uterine cancer. Provera tablet Provera, a generic medroxyprogesterone acetate tablet, is an FDA-approved medicine belonging to the drug class of Antineoplastics or Progestin. Provera is a scored tablet and works by inhibiting gonadotrophin hormone which thus inhibits follicular maturation and ovulation. The rapidly growing endometrium is converted into secretory endometrium. Provera tablet is administered orally…
Islamabad reports an increase in the spread of lung diseases among the people owing to the rise in pollution due to the ongoing mega projects and the dry weather conditions in the capital. The government hospitals in the twin cities reported an increase in patient admission in the pulmonary wards as they suffer from pulmonary diseases including chronic cough, pneumonia, allergy, and acute respiratory distress syndrome due to the increasing pollution and the persistent dry weather. Health professionals attribute lung disease increase to the declining air quality index primarily due to the dust and pollution caused by unplanned developmental projects…
Pakistan has successfully started a 3 days long anti-polio campaign aiming to vaccinate 40 million children against the virus. The anti-polio drive was formally inaugurated on Sunday (15 Jan 2023) by the prime minister of Pakistan and the campaign officially begin on Monday in more than 150 districts of the country. The campaign is to be continued till 18th Jan, aiming to vaccinate about 40 million children, under the age of 5, to prevent the life-long disabling disease. While presiding over the campaign review meeting, the Deputy Commissioner of Islamabad, Irfan Nawaz Memon, appealed to the parents to actively participate…
About Foro B12 Syrup Foro B12 is an orally administered syrup containing cyanocobalamin and is a man-made replacement to combat the deficiency of vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is obtained from natural dietary sources and is used to support red blood cell production, and nerve functioning, and also aids in the formation of the genetic material. In case of dietary deficiency of B12, Foro B12 is used as a prescription or nonprescription vitamin supplement in children, adults, and pregnant women. Foro B12 syrups contain; Cyanocobalamin: 125mcg/5ml Folic Acid: 0.5mg/5ml Orotic Acid: 25mg/5ml Manufactured by: AMSON Vaccines and Pharma (PVT) Ltd Medicine…
Duphalac syrup contains lactulose, a laxative for treating constipation and hepatic encephalopathy. As a natural probiotic, Duphalac also stimulates the normal microbial flora that helps maintain regular bowel movement. It is an FDA-approved medicine that is available both on prescription and OTC. Manufactured by: Abbott Generic: Lactulose Drug Class: Laxative Product form: Syrup Strength: 66.7 gm/100ml syrup If you are experiencing constipation or hard stool, consult a doctor immediately. Mechanism of Action Lactulose in the syrup is a natural sugar. It is broken down in the colon into products that pull water out from the body and into the colon.…
Vitamin B12 or cobalamin is one of the 8 vitamins that are collectively recognized as Vitamin B complex. B12 benefits for male fertility are many but the body does not make the vitamin on its own. It has to be taken from outside sources and men have to keep a track of their B12 levels as the deficiency may decrease fertility, and make them less healthy, forgetful, and sluggish. Key Points Vitamin B12 or cobalamin is a component of the vitamin B complex that can only be taken from outside sources The daily recommended amount of B12 in males increases…