Though studies evaluating the effects of posture on the absorption of drugs have been conducted, a systematized review revealed critical gaps in methodology. Of 18 original research articles selected ...

Theoretically, for drugs that easily penetrate the intestinal mucosa, reduced villus blood flow could delay diffusion and, therefore, the rate of absorption. For example, the absorption rate for ...

Certain everyday foods can interfere with blood pressure drugs, reduce their effectiveness, or even raise your blood pressure.

Although current product labels and treatment guidelines recommend that patients take thyroid hormone replacement therapy on an empty stomach, new research suggests drinking coffee does not affect the ...

New research shows that certain flavonols from everyday foods can shut down the body’s drug-resistance machinery, potentially paving the way for more effective treatments, but clinical hurdles remain.

A team of University of Michigan researchers is developing a new anti-cancer drug that is absorbed through the gut's lymphatic system rather than blood vessels, potentially outmaneuvering the ...

There is no specific best time of day to take vitamin K. However, taking it with a high-fat meal can help boost its absorption.

In this interview, News Medical talks to Patrick D. Sinko about the role of particle size, dose, and confinement parameters in advancing drug absorption modeling. Could you explain what a boundary ...

Popular acid reflux drugs such as Prilosec, Nexium, and Protonix may carry hidden risks when taken long term. A new study ...