Fondaparinux versus enoxaparin for the prevention of venous thromboembolism.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Pharmacotherapy with visual cycle modulators (VCMs) is under investigation for retinitis pigmentosa (RP), Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA), Stargardt macular dystrophy (SMD) and nonexudative age-related macular degeneration (AMD), all blinding diseases that lack effective treatment options. AREAS COVERED:...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Hussain RM,Gregori NZ,Ciulla TA,Lam BL

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alpha-1 antitrypsin (AAT) deficiency is an under-recognized genetic condition that predisposes to liver disease and early-onset emphysema. Although AAT is mainly produced in the liver, its main function is to protect the lung against proteolytic damage from neutrophil elastase. The most common mutation responsible for...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Modrykamien A,Stoller JK

更新日期：2009-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pregnancies complicated by diabetes mellitus (DM) include pregestational DM and gestational DM, defined as carbohydrate intolerance of variable severity first detected during pregnancy. DM leads to poor pregnancy outcome. The aim of treatment is to control maternal hyperglycaemia and to imitate postprandial insulin re...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： González C,Santoro S,Salzberg S,Di Girolamo G,Alvariñas J

更新日期：2005-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Current therapy for Parkinson's disease (PD) is primarily directed at reversing the motor symptoms that are the consequence of dopamine deficiency and includes levodopa, dopamine agonists and monoamine oxidase (MAO) B inhibitors. New drugs offering both dopaminergic and non-dopaminergic actions ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Schapira AH

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Gastritis is a broad term, which is used for different conditions by clinicians, endoscopists and pathologists. Classification strategies have led to more congruence between specialists. The histological evaluation of the gastric mucosa is mandatory for diagnosing and classifying gastritis. Main aetiologic...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： den Hollander WJ,Kuipers EJ

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In recent years, hepatitis C virus-related arthritis (HCVrA) has been recognised as an autonomous rheumatic disorder. Two subsets of the disease have been identified: a polyarthritis involving small joints that resembles rheumatoid arthritis, but is usually milder, and a mono-oligoarthritis that shows an intermittent ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Palazzi C,Olivieri I,Cacciatore P,Pennese E,D'Amico E

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:The emergence of fixed-combination drugs for the treatment of glaucoma has, to some extent, changed the medical management of glaucoma. The potential benefits of these drugs include a reduction in the total number of drops and preservatives instilled per day and improved patient comfort factors,...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Razeghinejad MR,Sawchyn AK,Katz LJ

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Developments in the role of adjuvant and neoadjuvant chemotherapy for the treatment of patients with breast cancer have focused on the taxes, in particular, docetaxel. This paper discusses the rationale for the introduction of docetaxel into the management of patients following surgery and also its role in those patie...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Heys SD,Sarkar T,Hutcheon AW

更新日期：2004-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has infected millions of people worldwide and has contributed to over 650,000 deaths. This review synthesizes the literature on COVID-19 pharmacotherapy to inform practice and policymaking. A...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Khan S,Gionfriddo MR,Cortes-Penfield N,Thunga G,Rashid M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Docetaxel, a semisynthetic taxane, is a potent inhibitor of cell replication and, similar to paclitaxel, promotes in vitro assembly of stable microtubules and, therefore, prevents the depolymerisation process. Docetaxel has a higher affinity for the tubulin subunit and is associated with a 100-fold greater phosphoryla...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Escobar PF,Rose PG

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cilostazol is a reversible, selective inhibitor of PDE3A able to significantly improve walking distance in patients with intermittent claudication. However, beyond its antiplatelet and vasodilator properties, cilostazol seems to have significant effects on atherogenic dyslipidemia. AREAS COVERED:The effec...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Rizzo M,Corrado E,Patti AM,Rini GB,Mikhailidis DP

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The majority of patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) do not achieve glycemic targets. In addition, treatment with insulin is associated with increased risk for hypoglycemia and weight gain. Accordingly, there is an unmet need for new safe and effective glucose-lowering agents in this population. S...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Chatzopoulos G,Tziomalos K

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Clostridium difficile has become the most important healthcare-associated infection worldwide within the past decade. This is in part due to the emergence of a highly virulent epidemic strain of C. difficile as well as the relative ineffectiveness of current therapies at producing a sustained response. Fid...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Hostler CJ,Chen LF

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of death, and hypercholesterolemia is a major risk factor. Statins, with simvastatin among the most widely used, have ample evidence demonstrating prevention of cardiovascular events and mortality. Ezetimibe is effective at improving serum lipids in combination with ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Gryn SE,Hegele RA

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The International Continence Society has defined overactive bladder (OAB) as urinary urgency, with or without urge urinary incontinence, usually with urinary frequency and nocturia. Approximately 17% of men and women in the US report OAB symptoms, which can affect quality of life. Trospium chloride, which has recently...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Zinner NR

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Osteoarthritis (OA) is the leading cause of pain, loss of function and disability in the elderly, with the knee being the most impactful joint affected. Currently, there is still no 'cure' in OA treatment. AREAS COVERED:The authors review the current and emerging therapies for knee OA including traditiona...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Cao P,Li Y,Tang Y,Ding C,Hunter DJ

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Influenza represents a major public health threat worldwide. Implementation of good personal health and hygiene habits, together with vaccination, is the most effective tools to reduce influenza burden both in community and in healthcare setting. However, achieving adequate vaccination rates is challengi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Bassetti M,Castaldo N,Carnelutti A

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Treatment options for hair disorders are generally very limited. These options are even more limited in children due to the lack of trials and clinical research. Moreover, physicians are sometimes scared to treat children with drugs without safety data, especially because most hair disorders are benign. A...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Iorizzo M,Oranje AP

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common and serious illness that affects up to 14% of women in the first month after childbirth. We present an update on the pharmacologic treatment of PPD, although there continues to be a lack of large, randomized controlled trials (RCTs). AREAS COVERED:A review of the li...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kim DR,Epperson CN,Weiss AR,Wisner KL

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Kidney transplantation is the treatment of choice for patients with end-stage renal failure, and their survival after transplantation is gradually improving. Everolimus (EVL) is a mammalian target of rapamycin inhibitor, providing a safe and effective immunosuppressive regime after kidney transplantation. ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Dantal J

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of nucleoside analogue-related lactic acidosis has been estimated in 0.57 - 8.5 cases/1000 person years of antiretroviral therapy. The onset of lactic acidosis is usually insidious and patients complain of nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fatigue and weight loss. When lactate levels are high enough, a c...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Falcó V,Crespo M,Ribera E

更新日期：2003-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that has traditionally been treated with non-biologic and biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). Although these agents have become firmly established as effective RA treatments, some patients do not have an adequate response. The recent appro...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lundquist LM

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Antipsychotic drugs are increasingly used in the maintenance treatment of bipolar disorder. This review addresses the evidence supporting the use of one of these medications for this indication in order to place available data in perspective for the clinician. AREAS COVERED:The approval of ziprasidone for...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Dubovsky SL,Dubovsky AN

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The management of thyroid cancer is difficult because the tumors comprise a wide range of biologic behaviors, from small papillary thyroid microcarcinomas that pose little or no threat to survival for the patient, to anaplastic thyroid cancers that are arguably the most lethal tumor. Although it may be diffi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Sipos JA,Mazzaferri EL

更新日期：2008-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Psoriasis is a common skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammatory lesions that are frequently vexing for patients and difficult for physicians to treat. Although multiple therapeutic options are available, all have limitations. Topical preparations have issues with patient adherence, as compared to...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Shutty B,West C,Pellerin M,Feldman S

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Symptomatic and asymptomatic peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAD) is indicative of widespread atherosclerosis. The major threat is from cardiovascular ischaemic events; thus, an important therapeutic goal is to modify atherosclerotic risk factors. Data from several large drug trials indicate that patients with ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Baumgartner I

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Panic disorder (PD) is a prevalent psychiatric disorder characterized by unexpected and recurrent panic attacks. PD patients present significant psychosocial impairment and a high risk of psychiatric comorbidities and suicide. PD should be treated effectively as soon as the symptoms emerge because the long...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Freire RC,Hallak JE,Crippa JA,Nardi AE

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a demyelinating disease, causing axonal damage and disability. Dalfampridine (DAL) is an extended-release formulation of 4-aminopyridine (4AP) and broad-spectrum voltage-dependent potassium channel blocker that is reported to improve motor, visual and cognitive functions. Furth...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Foschi M,Lugaresi A

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:One of the most significant advances of the last decade has been the development of platelet glycoprotein (GP) IIb/IIIa receptor inhibitors. A large series of randomised, controlled clinical trials of these agents have shown a significant reduction in ischaemic events, not only in acute coronary syndrome patients, but...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Anne G,Gruberg L

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute pulmonary embolism (PE) is a life-threatening condition that has been treated with anticoagulation for almost 50 years. OBJECTIVES:To review the current treatment options for PE and discuss recently published new features. METHODS:We reviewed literature involving the treatment strategies for venous t...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Blondon M,Bounameaux H,Righini M

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00