Benefits of zinc for preventing and treating the common cold
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Pharmacist prescribing of melatonin
Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone responsible for regulating the body’s circadian rhythm. Supplemental melatonin can help to reinforce the circadian rhythm, making it useful for treatment of insomnia and jet lag.
A good night’s sleep
References
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Exenatide for alcohol use disorder
A better understanding of exenatide can help increase our knowledge of GLP-1 analogues and their possible role in treating addiction.
Denosumab for erosive hand osteoarthritis
References
Favero M, Belluzzi E, Ortolan A, et al. Erosive hand osteoarthritis: latest findings and outlook. Nat Rev Rheumatol 2022;18(3):171–83.
Kloppenburg M, Kroon F....