Man found guilty of importing 10,000 Viagra-like tablets
Tomas Toleikis (29) claimed he thought they were herbal tablets and legal to sell in Ireland
Tomas Toleikis (29) claimed he thought they were herbal tablets and legal to sell in Ireland
Lead case taken by Aoife Bennett against HSE, HPRA, Glaxosmithkline and Minister
Trainers found guilty of doping dogs had ‘no place in the industry’ – trainer Paul Hennessy
Study links active component in Difene to increased risk of heart attack and stroke
Lynne Fitzmaurice fined for smuggling €27,000 worth of drugs for her ‘mentor’
Kildare woman says she suffered narcolepsey and fainting fits after getting Pandemrix vaccine
More than 500 seizures of injectable tanning substance in last two years, figures show
Anne Rossi alleged to have supplied Dysport medicinal product without a prescription
Herbs were basis of healthcare for all but last 100 years of human history in Ireland
Herbal medicines are licensed on the basis that the remedy has been in ‘longstanding use’
Health warnings with graphic images of health consequences to dominate packaging
CBD oil reduces seizure activity without side effects of cannabis yet its use is restricted
Lorraine Nolan takes on the battle against counterfeit drugs and shoddy devices
Court has heard doctors believe removing ICD poses greater risk than leaving it there
Prescription drugs have changed the inner-city Dublin drugs scene in the past two years. Dealing in these semi-legal products is low risk and takes place in full public view, yet their effects on addicts are no less severe than other drugs with more fearsome reputations
Involving patients in drug trials is good for their health and coping skills
Health watchdog recommends move against universal vaccination for all newborns
The €2.2 million network aims to make new drugs and treatments available to patients with all types of blood cancer across Ireland over the next five years
New embryo screening process helps to beat the odds for couples who have had multiple failures
Standards for managing unique numbers to track people in health system published
Garda and health products authority investigating ‘fat burning’ drug containing DNP
Proposals to tackle counterfeit drugs dubbed as the ‘Irish model law’ by critics
Lydia McCarthy admits using mail order and advertising medication on popular websites
Patrick McCarthy still has cardio implant in his chest, High Court hears
One customer suffered allergic reaction to injections administered at Dublin salon
The Health Products Regulatory Authority recalls batches of Buccolam Oromucosal Solution
One year after introduction of law to reduce generic pricing, costs still remain expensive
Regulator switches dozens of popular products away from prescription-only status
Minister of State to allow prescription of medicines to help people with MS
Authority rebrands to reflect rapidly expanding role
Move likely to drive down cost of anti-smoking aids
The collection and storage of cord blood has divided medics and families alike, and the lack of legislation in this area simply adds to the debate
It is a year since generic substitution and reference pricing legislation were introduced
Woman suffered liver failure from online drug
Two arrested and four Irish websites shut down as part of international operation
Interpol investigation leads to 239 arrests worldwide after drugs worth $30m detained
Pharmacists express ‘outrage’ at withdrawal of medical cards in recent months
The mother of a teenager who died is campaigning for adrenalin pens to be available in public places
Agency writes to more than 1,500 women fitted with PIP devices made by French firm
Opting for a generic drug can give you the same benefits as branded medicines – but at a considerably lower cost
NUI Galway team involved in EU project
Owner of bargains shop fined following inspections by Irish Medicines Board
Despite their growing popularity, there are no national recommendations for the taking of food supplements
Opinion: The prospect of having more than two genetic parents is looming
Centre for Cell Manufacturing Ireland will deliver stem cells of the highest purity
Culture of adult stem cells can help sufferers of arthritis, heart disease and diabetes
John Crown says claim hospital didn’t know research programme existed ‘absurd’
Independent senator says hospital charged private insurers for free medicines it used
EU law is clear that public health must outweigh financial considerations
Pentobarbital stolen from vet’s clinic in Celbridge last week
Minister of State rules out legalising the drug
Analysis: reductions in cost of branded drug products also come into effect
Augmentin is prescribed for chest infections, including bronchitis and pneumonia
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices