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Three men hospitalized after taking non-prescribed medications for vigilance reasons: HSA

November 6, 2023 by Wilma

Three men hospitalized after taking over-the-counter medication to improve alertness (Photos: Health Sciences Authority) SINGAPORE Three men were hospitalized with serious side effects after consuming unregistered drugs from friends or street vendors. The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said in a press release on Monday (Nov 6) that the men had… Continue Reading Three men hospitalized after taking non-prescribed medications for vigilance reasons: HSA

3 people hospitalized after taking narcolepsy drugs as “cognitive enhancers” to improve alertness: HSA

November 6, 2023 by Wilma

SINGAPORE Three people were hospitalized due to serious adverse reactions after taking drugs used to treat narcolepsy to improve alertness, the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) said on Monday (Nov 6). Those who suffer from narcolepsy have difficulty staying awake for long periods of time. The drugs in question, modafinil and… Continue Reading 3 people hospitalized after taking narcolepsy drugs as “cognitive enhancers” to improve alertness: HSA