Tag: Prescription Drugs
Mortality Up With Spontaneous Bleeding After PCI
Bleeding associated with increased rate of death, similar to that seen with myocardial infarction
Single-Dose Injection Rx Ups Bone Density in Frail Elderly
But stronger bones did not translate into fewer fractures in this elderly, high-risk population
Agomelatine Cuts Ocular Pressure With Glaucoma
Agomelatine, a melatonin agonist, decreases pressure in stable, consistent way
ACEi/ARB Use Lowers Incidence of Appropriate ICD Shock
Lower incidence of appropriate implantable cardiac defibrillator shock in patients with cardiomyopathy
Potent HIV-1-Specific Antibody Shown to Suppress Virus
Treatment would augment existing medications, researchers say
Dimethyl Fumarate Linked to Development of PML
Linked to two cases of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
Pharmacists Raise Concerns for Patient Access to Generic Drugs
Survey shows it takes one month or longer for PBMs to fix maximum allowed costs underpayments
Ivermectin Tops Metronidazole for Papulopustular Rosacea
Once-daily ivermectin 1 percent cream significantly superior to twice-daily metronidazole
Review: Opioids Reduce Breathlessness in COPD
Review of 16 studies shows no effect on exercise capacity; no adverse effects reported
Patients May Be Modifying Meds Due to Trouble Swallowing
Some consumers do not consult health professionals if they experience problems, before modifying meds
