Steroids

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Dexamethasone has been in widespread use in intensive care wards treating COVID-19 patients in some countries. (PTI Photo)

Steroids hailed as 'strongly recommeded' drug for seriously ill COVID patients: Study

The analysis found that steroids improve survival rates of COVID-19 patients sick enough to be in intensive care in hospital

03 Sep 2020 9:29 AM

Salman Khan says no to steroids

The actor urges his fans to avoid using products that are ‘not natural’ and encourages them to get fit through exercise.

19 Nov 2019 12:05 AM

Salman Khan. (Image Source: Instagram/ @beingsalmankhan)

'People misuse steroids which is bad for their body,' says Salman Khan

The 'Wanted' actor is currently working on the third installment of 'Dabangg' franchise opposite Sonakshi Sinha.

18 Nov 2019 8:21 AM

OPD is a group of diseases that hamper airflow to the lungs and cause serious long-term disability and early death. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Lung cancer cases in COPD patients can be reduced by steroids

Steroids can lower risk of lung cancer in COPD patients up to 30 pc.

29 May 2019 11:17 AM

A 2014 study estimated that worldwide 3.3% of the population or 6.4% of the male population are abusing steroids. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

Men love steroids despite the side-effects

Men continue steroid abuse even after knowing side effects.

20 May 2019 10:35 AM

Dr Manjula B.C. Gynaecologist and IVF specialist, Indira IVF hospital

Guest Column: ‘Never take steroids without doctor’s advice’

Steroids are prescribed when the body is deficient of certain hormone or supplementation, says doctor.

27 Dec 2018 6:02 AM

And the trend is not confined to the youth; many middle aged men and women have also become very figure conscious.

Risking lives for that dream figure

Youngsters, who are keen to develop muscles, and are often lured by gym instructors to the use of steroids.

27 Dec 2018 5:56 AM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Say no to ointments, fairness creams containing steroids

Dermatologists warn what these creams could lead to.

10 Apr 2018 9:07 AM

Results suggest that steroids are not effective in the treatment of chest infections in non-asthmatic adult patients (Photo: Pixabay)

Steroids ineffective for chest pains in non-asthmatic patients, says new study

Researchers find no reduction in duration of cough, the main symptom of chest infections between two and four days after treatment.

24 Aug 2017 7:58 AM

These are often less costly than other synthetic compounds (Photo: AFP)

Natural oil injections for muscle gain harmful

Use of natural oils for this purpose is well known among Arab and Middle Eastern communities and on internet sites.

04 Dec 2016 6:46 PM

Ones with multiple ingredients or combination medicines can have adverse reactions.

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Here are a few tips that can get you going if you are on the family way.

28 Nov 2016 12:09 AM

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