Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Dhaka, Bangladesh

This study tested whether giving children with transfusion-dependent thalassemia a combination of hydroxyurea and thalidomide works better than either drug alone. Ninety children aged 3-18 were split into three groups: one getting both drugs, one getting only hydroxyurea, and one…

This study tested whether an extract from papaya leaves (CPLE) can help people with dengue fever. 250 adults with confirmed dengue were given either CPLE capsules or a placebo for 5 days. The main goals were to see if the extract could raise platelet counts and reduce the risk of…

This study tested a health education program called 'Smile With Prophet' in two mosques in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 80 adult men received oral health messages during Friday sermons, plus a booklet and a miswak (chewing stick). The goal was to see if this approach improved their knowled…

This study tested whether tofacitinib (a JAK inhibitor drug) works better than methotrexate (a standard treatment) at reducing skin thickening in people with a severe form of scleroderma called diffuse cutaneous systemic sclerosis. Thirty-four adults with early-stage disease took…

This study tested whether a mouthwash made from guava leaf extract can reduce plaque and gum inflammation as well as a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash. 160 adults with chronic gingivitis rinsed twice daily for up to 90 days. Researchers measured plaque buildup and gum health to …

This study tested whether a step-up dose of the drug letrozole helps women with PCOS ovulate better than the standard low dose. 70 women took either the step-up or standard dose for up to 3 menstrual cycles. Researchers tracked follicle growth, uterine lining thickness, and pregn…

This study tested whether L-carnitine, a natural supplement, can reduce pain, stiffness, and improve physical function in people with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis. 66 participants took either L-carnitine or a placebo three times daily for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if L…

This study tested whether adding niacin (a B vitamin) to a standard beta blocker could help prevent migraines. 58 adults with moderate to severe migraines took either 500 mg, 1000 mg of niacin, or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. Researchers measured changes in migraine days and pai…

This pilot study tested a digital system called SmartAMR in community pharmacies in Bangladesh. The system includes a mobile app for tracking medicine sales, sending reminders, and offering symptom checks and telemedicine. Researchers measured whether the tool was accepted by pha…