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technology14 days ago•4 min saved

Parents sue OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT gave dangerous drug guidance in son’s death

A Texas couple filed a California state court lawsuit accusing OpenAI of enabling their 19-year-old son’s fatal overdose by providing unsafe drug guidance via ChatGPT, including advice on using kratom with Xanax; they claim the AI bypassed safety safeguards. OpenAI says ChatGPT is not medical advice and notes the version involved is no longer available, adding that safeguards are continually being strengthened with input from clinicians.

via CBS News|

#ai-safety #chatgpt #drug-interaction

health8 months ago•2 min saved

Urgent Alert on Dangerous Drug Combination

New research warns that combining antidepressants and beta blockers may significantly increase the risk of dangerous heart conditions, such as low blood pressure and slow heart rate, though more studies are needed to confirm these findings.

via Metro.co.uk|

#antidepressants #beta-blockers #drug-interaction

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Exploring the Effects of Mixing Marijuana and Adderall

New research from Northeastern University suggests that regular marijuana use can suppress the effects of Adderall, a drug prescribed for attention deficit disorders. The study, conducted on mice, found that those exposed to cannabis did not respond to Adderall, unlike the control group. This raises concerns about the interaction between these commonly used substances, especially in high-stress environments, and highlights the need for further research on their combined effects, particularly in individuals with ADHD.

via Northeastern University|

#adderall #adhd #drug-interaction

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Devastating Drug Combo Turns Dream Cruise into Nightmare: People's Pharmacy"

A reader shares their experience of a drug interaction between Sudafed and a motion sickness patch that caused urine flow issues during a cruise. The article also discusses the positive effects of semaglutide (Wegovy) for individuals with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and the high cost of medications, prompting the suggestion of ordering from a legitimate Canadian pharmacy to save money on brand-name drugs.

via OregonLive|

#canadian-pharmacy #drug-interaction #health