Second Alopecia Areata Trial Demonstrates Hair Regrowth With Baricitinib
Results from 2 studies show statistically significant improvement in scalp hair regrowth with baricitinib, a JAK inhibitor.
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Disparities “Negate” 7-Vaccine Series Rate Increases, Study Says
The 7-vaccine series provides immunization against diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, poliovirus, measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis b, Haemophilus influenze type b, varicella, and pneumococcal infections.
Rash Following Medication Change Prompts Evaluation of Excipient Allergy
The patient developed a generalized maculopapular rash approximately 3 hours after receiving warfarin.
Gene Therapy Fast Tracked for APOE4 Associated Alzheimer Disease
The investigational adeno-associated virus mediated gene therapy is being developed to deliver the protective APOE2 gene to the CNS.
Voclosporin’s Efficacy Confirmed for All Lupus Nephritis Biopsy Classes
Add-on voclosporin improved complete renal response across all lupus nephritis biopsy classes, with the greatest benefit observed in pure class 3.
Evekeo ODT Approved for Younger Patients With ADHD
Evekeo ODT, a Schedule II controlled substance, contains a 1:1 racemic mixture of dextroamphetamine sulfate and levoamphetamine sulfate.
Nulibry Now Available for Molybdenum Cofactor Deficiency Type A
MoCD Type A is a rare, inborn error of metabolism caused by mutations in the MOCS1 gene that results in toxic sulfite accumulation in the brain.
Ragwitek Approved for Pediatric Patients With Ragweed Pollen Allergy
The approval was based on data from a phase 3 trial that assessed Ragwitek in 1022 patients 5 to 17 years of age with a history of ragweed-induced rhinoconjunctivitis and sensitivity to short ragweed.
Bamlanivimab Monotherapy No Longer Authorized for COVID-19 Treatment
Alternative authorized monoclonal antibody therapies remain available for the treatment of COVID-19.
COVID-19 Virus Spike Protein Detected in Urine
In a small study, 25% of adults with COVID-19 shed SARS-CoV-2 spike S1 protein in their urine at least once during the course of infection.
