Cladribine tablets have a rapid onset of improvements in MRI outcomes within the first year in patients with a first demyelinating event at high risk of converting to clinically definite multiple sclerosis.
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Erythema multiforme (EM) is a hypersensitivity reaction that can involve both the skin and mucous membranes. Cases can range from mild (EM minor) to severe (EM major), the latter manifesting as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis.1,2 The condition may be associated with herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections and Mycoplasma pneumonia, as well as treatment with sulfonamides and…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Avaclyr (acyclovir ophthalmic ointment; Fera Pharmaceuticals) 3% for the treatment of acute herpetic keratitis (dendritic ulcers) in patients with herpes simplex (HSV-1 and HSV-2) virus.
A 72-year-old woman is referred by her dentist for evaluation of intermittent burning and pain in her tongue and buccal mucosa induced by hot beverages and spicy foods. She takes medication for hypertension. Examination reveals discolored patches of the affected areas and hyperpigmented papules on her wrists and ankles.
PVX108, a peptide-based immunotherapy in development for the treatment of peanut allergy, demonstrated a favorable safety profile.
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Lonsurf ((trifluridine and tipiracil; Taiho Oncology) for the treatment of adult patients with metastatic gastric or gastroesophageal junction (GEJ) adenocarcinoma previously treated with at least 2 prior lines of chemotherapy that included a fluoropyrimidine, a platinum, either a taxane or irinotecan, and if appropriate, HER2/neu-targeted therapy.
Results of a recently published trial suggested pregabalin, a calcium channel alpha-2 delta ligand, may reduce gastrointestinal symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.
Repeat administration of Zilretta (triamcinolone acetonide extended-release; Flexion Therapeutics) appears to be safe and well-tolerated in patients with osteoarthritis knee pain, according to results from a Phase 3b study.
This slideshow reviews drug information for Nuzyra. Click here for the complete Nuzyra monograph. For a downloadable PDF of this slideshow, click here.
A recently published report describes the case of a 16-year-old male patient who experienced a breakthrough seizure following ingestion of an energy drink and highlights the importance of recognizing drug-herb interactions and properly counseling patients on them.
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