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Ramdev Baba's Coronil: Is it a reliable breakthrough?

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A latest statement issued by the AYUSH Ministry has asked Patanjali ayurved not to advertise the Coronil Kit, as a 100% cure for COVID19 because of lack of documents which prove the efficacy of the drug. In response to which, Patanjali has released a set of documents which explains in detail about the composition, clinical trials done, alongwith a few other official documents.  It is very essential to note that, both the research articles that were shown as proof, cannot actually be considered as valid perspectives. The reason being, one study which studied the effect of Divya-Swasari-Ras (calcio-herbal ayurvedic formulation), was done in mice & not in humans. Whereas the second study, is a mere computer simulation & not performed on any living species (also it is just a preprint & has not yet recieved peer-review.) Also, these studies were done only for few of the contents of the entire kit i.e, the Divya-Ras tablet & a herb called Giloy in the Coronil tablet. The ...

6 Must know facts of the latest COVID19 drug

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Described as an investigational antiviral medicine , Remdesivir recently received the  Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by US FDA for emergency use in the treatment of hospitalized 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) patients. Here are few important facts about it : 1. Remdesivir is available as a lyophilized powder and concentrated solution. 2. In a clinical trial, it has shown to shorten the recovery period in some people. Hence, the FDA has authorized the emergency use for the treatment of severe COVID-19 cases. 3. The recommended dose for adults and pediatric patients weighing 40 kg and higher is a single loading dose of 200 mg on Day 1 followed by once daily maintenance doses of 100 mg from Day 2. 4. Possible side effects of remdesivir include: increased levels of liver enzymes, which may be a sign of inflammation or damage to cells in the liver.  5. The patient or parent/caregiver has the option to accept or refuse Remdesivir.  6. T here is limited informatio...

5 ways to support a friend emotionally

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Dont be a Therapist, Just be a Good friend We all struggle, from time to time, financially, emotionally & mentally. All other difficulties are easy to convey, with those who are closest to you. The exception being that of a emotionally draining occurence, because of the fear of being judged as weak! Here are 5 ways, you can help someone who is evidently in need of emotional support 1. Ask - Dont assume, dont guess, if you see someone not being their regular self, just ask! 2. Listen - To whatever they have to say, even if its just a rant, or a call for help. 3. Dont judge - This is the last thing they would want to hear, your judgemental (& not so needed) critique. 4. Find a solution - Assist them with self help ideas, to find a way through their difficulties.  5. Be present - Sometimes thats all they want, someones presence. Just to know that they have someone to reach out to.