Exploring Humanity Through Medicine, Philosophy, and Art
Pharmacology
Introduction Imagine this: you take a pill, feel better—and later find out it was just sugar. No active chemicals, no pharmacological effect, just your belief. Yet, somehow, it worked. Welcome to the paradoxical world of the placebo effect, where the mind becomes medicine. For decades, researchers have puzzled over how inert substances can produce real healing effects in…
Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is among the most widely used analgesics worldwide. But does it live up to its reputation as a safe and effective painkiller? This 2021 overview consolidates findings from 10 Cochrane systematic reviews, covering over 20,000 participants, to reassess the efficacy and safety of paracetamol across a range of acute and chronic pain conditions. 🔍 Key Findings ✅ Where…