A common antidepressant could offer the first treatment for the leading cause of blindness among people over 50, new research from the University of Virginia School of Medicine suggests. UVA’s Bradley ...

“These findings are an exciting example of the promise of drug repurposing, using existing medicines in new and unexpected ways,” said Gelfand, of UVA’s Center for Advanced Vision Science. “Ultimately ...

A medication meant to lift spirits may be falling flat. New research suggests that an antidepressant commonly prescribed to children and teens may not be as effective as once thought. Now, some ...

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Evidence shows weak antiviral activity and no improvement in symptom outcomes. Study: Antiviral efficacy of fluoxetine in early symptomatic COVID-19: an open-label, randomised, controlled, adaptive ...

Prozac (fluoxetine) is a prescription drug used to treat certain mental health conditions, including depression. The drug comes as an oral capsule. Prozac may not be safe to take while pregnant or ...

Prozac could offer the first treatment for the leading cause of blindness among people over 50, new research from the UVA School of Medicine suggests. UVA’s Bradley D. Gelfand, PhD, and collaborators ...

An antidepressant best known as Prozac could offer the first treatment for the leading cause of blindness among people over 50, new research suggests. An antidepressant best known as Prozac could ...