Tag: Prescription Drugs
Nilotinib Associated With Case of Scurvy
Drug appears to affect cutaneous metabolism; patient improved with ascorbic acid supplements
Misoprostol Should Be Considered in Postpartum Hyperthermia
Report of 21-year-old with severe hyperthermia, rigors, tachycardia, transient encephalopathy
Macitentan Doesn’t Reduce Number of New Digital Ulcers
Findings over 16 weeks among patients with systemic sclerosis and active ischemic digital ulcers
Ketamine May Ease Suicidal Thoughts in Major Depression
Small study found that the drug worked quickly in patients with treatment-resistant depression
Metreleptin Ups Resting-State Connectivity in Lipodystrophy
Significant increases in hypothalamus; insula, superior temporal gyrus; medial prefrontal cortex
Genetic Variants ID Treatment Response in Psoriasis
Ten SNPs presented that correlate with treatment responses to anti-TNF-α agents
Survival for HCV Cirrhosis, SVR Same As General Population
Findings in patients with compensated HCV cirrhosis who achieve SVR on interferon-based regimen
Drug Allergy Passport Advised for Patients With Hypersensitivity
Patients should be advised to carry passport at all times, especially when away from home
Cutting Brand-Name Drug Use Could Save U.S. $73 Billion
The nation spends more on medications than any other country
Ticagrelor Doesn’t Beat Aspirin in Ischemic Stroke, TIA
Ticagrelor not superior to aspirin for reducing composite of stroke, myocardial infarction, death
