Katerzia, an Oral Suspension Formulation of Amlodipine, Now Available
Katerzia Oral Suspension, 1mg/mL is now commercially available, according to Azurity Pharmaceuticals.
Angina
Does Ranolazine Potentiate the Effects of ACE Inhibitors, Angiotensin Receptor Blockers?
According to the results of a study reanalyzing data obtained from an FDA review, , ranolazine potentiates the effects associated with ACE inhibitors, as well as angiotensin receptor blockers.
FIRST-Metoprolol Unit-of-Use Compounding Kit Now Available
Metoprolol tartrate is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, for the long-term treatment of angina pectoris, and for the treatment of hemodynamically stable patients with definite or suspected acute myocardial infarction to reduce cardiovascular mortality.
Kapspargo Sprinkle Available to Treat Hypertension, Angina, Heart Failure
For patients unable to swallow an intact capsule, the pellets can be sprinkled over soft food (eg, applesauce, yogurt, pudding) or given via a nasogastric (NG) tube.
Outcomes-Based Pricing Doesn’t Cut Costs of PCSK9 Inhibitors
“Although outcomes-based pricing may have a role in other settings, our analysis of its application to PCSK9 inhibitors – effective preventive medications with a high price tag – shows the potential limitation of this approach for high-cost preventive therapies,” the authors write.
First PCSK9 Inhibitor Gets FDA Approval for MI, Stroke Prevention
Repatha reduced the risk of heart attack by 27%, the risk of stroke by 21% and the risk of coronary revascularization by 22%.
Landmark Study Questions Efficacy of Stenting in Stable Angina
ORBITA was a double-blind, randomized controlled trial that evaluated PCI vs. a placebo procedure for improved exercise capacity in patients with severe coronary disease who were receiving optimum medical therapy.
Depression Found to Be Independently Associated with Recurrent Chest Pain
On multivariable regression models, depression was a significant independent predictor of 30-day chest pain recurrence after adjustment.
Beta-Blocker Use Post-Heart Attack Called Into Question
They found that patients who only took the ACE inhibitor, or an angiotensin receptor blocker, and statin were no more likely to die than those who took all 3 prescribed treatments.
FDA: Coffee Products Laced with Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Although these coffee products are labeled as a “natural” or “herbal” they can cause serious harm.
