Tag: Prescription Drugs
Antiatherosclerotic Activity ID’d for MTX, Adalimumab in RA
Activity may be mediated by effects on lipoprotein functions, macrophage metabolism
Beloranib Safe, Efficacious for Weight Loss in Obesity
Tolerable at doses of 0.6 and 1.2 mg; more adverse events with dose of 2.4 mg
Meds Offer Slight Symptom Relief in Overactive Bladder
Small reductions in urge incontinence episodes, voids per day with daily dose of medications
Discovery Paves New Path for Opioid Production
Could benefit medicine but researchers warn of potential to create illegal drugs
Pain Med Rx + Medical Cannabis Doesn’t Seem to Up Abuse Risk
But researchers say doctors should be kept informed of dual usage
Tramadol-Related ER Visits Up 2005 to 2011
U.S. report found problem was greatest among women and patients 55 and older
Codeine Rx for New Mothers Trending Down
Rx poses danger for ultra-rapid codeine metabolizers who breastfeed
Higher Bleeding Risk for Obese Patients on Warfarin
But exact reason why isn't known, researchers say
Chlorofluorocarbon Ban Tied to Sharp Rise in Inhaler Cost
Price of albuterol medication nearly doubled
Full Rx Coverage Ups Outcomes for Patients Discharged After MI
Full coverage associated with greater quality-adjusted survival, less resource use per patient
