Could a quick-dissolving pill placed in the rectum prove to be an effective and safe "on-demand" way to prevent HIV infection among sexually active men and women? It might, new research indicates. The ...

BuzzFeed spoke to Nicholas, who said his mom — who is a nurse — is actually the one who showed him the hack (hence why she was so sweetly helping him in the background of the video). "She came home ...

(UPDATED) Ticagrelor tablets that dissolve in the mouth are not superior to pills with standard coatings in ACS patients undergoing PCI, based on platelet reactivity, according to the small, ...

When you have a headache and reach for the pain reliever, you're probably not thinking about your body position when you take the pill. But a new Johns Hopkins University study finds your posture can ...

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From left Nathan Toma, Jay’son Thomas and Cooper Williams discuss results of a pill-dissolving experiment set up by the Wilkes University school of Pharmacy as one of several learning opportunities ...

Drinking water with medicines is crucial for effective treatment. It ensures pills dissolve properly and reach the stomach safely. Skipping water can cause irritation or ulcers in the oesophagus. A ...

RIVERTON, Utah — Riverton City leaders and representatives for local law enforcement agencies announced Thursday the installation of innovative drug disposal bins that begin to dissolve medications ...

With millions of people preparing to travel during the upcoming holiday season, social media is rife with tips and tricks for bringing along prescription meds. Earlier this year, TikToker ...

Pills and tablets are usually shaped like circles and ovals, which makes them easier to swallow, but that doesn’t offer much control in how they release their drug payload. Max Planck scientists have ...

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Whether someone is sitting, standing or lying on their side when swallowing pills can make a major difference in the amount of time it takes for the medicine to start working, Maryland scientists say.