Sepsis, a severe infection that can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death, is one of the top three causes of maternal deaths worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.
A new research perspective was published in Oncoscience (Volume 11) on February 7, 2024, entitled, "IPIAD- an augmentation regimen added to standard treatment of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma using already-marketed repurposed drugs irbesartan, pyrimethamine, itraconazole, azithromycin, and dapsone."
1. In this randomized controlled trial, infants who received a dose of azithromycin during their routine well visit had comparable mortality rates to placebo. 2. No differences were observed between the azithromycin and placebo groups with regard to rates of caregiver-reported hospitalization, sick-child clinic visits, or adverse events. Evidence Rating Level: 1 (Excellent) Study Rundown:
PETALING JAYA: A social media user has claimed that azithromycin, which is a form of antibiotics, is being openly sold at a grocery store in Forest City, Johor.