Treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder with luteal phase dosing of sertraline.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) is one of the most prevalent diseases in aging men. It may adversely affect quality-of-life due to the presence of low urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and its effects on sexuality. AREAS COVERED:The impact of α1-blockers, 5α-reductase inhibitors (5-ARI), and phosphodiestera...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： La Vignera S,Aversa A,Cannarella R,Condorelli RA,Duca Y,Russo GI,Calogero AE

更新日期：2020-09-09 00:00:00

abstract：:Anticoagulants are used for the prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism and for the secondary prevention of stroke and myocardial infarction. The list of available anticoagulants includes unfractionated heparin, low molecular weight heparins, fondaparinux, warfarin and the direct thrombin inhibitors. Numero...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Hawkins D,Huston SA

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Multiple approaches to enhancing antidepressant treatment response in bipolar depression are available and should, in many instances, be explored despite a lack of definitive controlled trial literature supporting their efficacy. Given that the morbidity of depression is three times greater than mania in bipolar illne...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Post RM

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Ventricular arrhythmias are often seen in association with structural heart disease. However, approximately a tenth of affected patients have apparently normal hearts, where such arrhythmias typically occur in young patients, are sometimes inherited and can occasionally lead to sudden cardiac death (SCD)...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ortmans S,Daval C,Aguilar M,Compagno P,Cadrin-Tourigny J,Dyrda K,Rivard L,Tadros R

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Valproic acid (VPA) is considered to be a drug of first choice and one of the most frequently-prescribed antiepileptic drugs worldwide for the therapy of generalized and focal epilepsies, including special epileptic. It is a broad-spectrum antiepileptic drug and is usually well tolerated. Rarely, serious complications...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Gerstner T,Bell N,König S

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Only 40-60% of obsessive-compulsive patients respond to first line treatments, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Several second-line treatments have been investigated in the last two decades, and most of them seem to work, at least in a subset of pati...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Grassi G,Pallanti S

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alprazolam-XR is an extended-release formulation of alprazolam designed to deliver sustained therapeutic concentrations for 24 h after once-daily dosing. Plasma concentrations gradually decline as the time for the next dose approaches, but still remain above therapeutic minimum levels. The anti-panic efficacy of alpra...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Rickels K

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The orofacial complications of HIV infection are diverse, include opportunistic infection and malignancy and in many instances are region specific. Although effective management strategies to treat HIV-associated oral disease have been developed in North America and Europe, the evidence base on which these rely remain...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Hegarty AM,Chaudhry SI,Hodgson TA

更新日期：2008-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Itraconazole is a broad spectrum triazole antifungal agent. It has favourable pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic profiles and is available as both oral and i.v. formulations. Over the last two decades, clinical and animal infection studies have demonstrated the efficacy of itraconazole in a wide range of superficial ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Piérard GE,Arrese JE,Piérard-Franchimont C

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) has not been shown to reduce mortality or cardiovascular events when given as a single agent. In fact, HCTZ increased cardiovascular death and coronary artery disease (CAD) compared to placebo and usual care in 2 randomized trials, yet it is the most prescribed diuretic in the Un...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： DiNicolantonio JJ

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Etravirine is the first non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI) to be active against human immunodeficiency virus with NNRTI mutations. OBJECTIVE:To understand the unique features of etravirine and to evaluate its safety, efficacy, and optimal use. METHODS:The structure and the mechanism of ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Jayaweera DT,Espinoza L,Castro J

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Benign prostatic hyperplasia is a major men's health issue, with approximately 80% of all men developing this condition within their lifetime. A variety of oral treatments is available, including alpha-adrenoceptor antagonists (alpha-blockers), 5alpha reductase inhibitors, aromatase inhibitors and phytotherapy. A larg...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Khastgir J,Arya M,Shergill IS,Kalsi JS,Minhas S,Mundy AR

更新日期：2002-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hepatitis C is a disease with a significant global impact. Over the last several years, the treatment of the disease has been revolutionized. Therapy has transformed over the last several years with the approval of second generation direct acting antivirals, and currently utilized medications for the treat...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Cory TJ,Mu Y,Gong Y,Kodidela S,Kumar S

更新日期：2018-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Migraine is a common and disabling condition in children and adolescents. The complexity of migraine on a pathogenetic and clinical level results from the interaction between biological, psychological and environmental factors. Appropriate management requires an individually tailored strategy giving due consideration ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Balottin U,Termine C

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Simplified antiretroviral regimens have been developed with the aim of improving treatment adherence and quality of life of HIV-infected patients. The single-class triple-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor combination has contributed to the improvement of the management of HIV infection, especially in patients...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Mastroianni CM,d'Ettorre G,Vullo V

更新日期：2006-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The bcr-abl tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) are the cornerstone treatment for chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). However, there are many topics related to therapy that remain debated. AREAS COVERED:The aim of this paper is to give the reader a comprehensive review of how to treat CML at diagnosis, how to m...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Tanaka MF,Kantarjian H,Cortes J,Ohanian M,Jabbour E

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic hepatitis C infection is a global disease with 160 million people infected worldwide. Until recently, therapy was characterized by long duration, suboptimal success rates and significant adverse drug reactions. The development of direct-acting antivirals initiated a dramatic change in the treatment...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Stirnimann G

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Treatment options for amyloidosis and polyneuropathy, organomegaly, endocrinopathy, M protein, and skin changes (POEMS) syndrome have rapidly increased in the past years, but many patients are diagnosed late in the disease course and do not receive state-of-the art therapy. AREAS COVERED IN THI...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Chee CE,Dispenzieri A,Gertz MA

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The availability of antiretroviral therapy has significantly reduced the morbidity and mortality of HIV infection. In addition, improved treatment of opportunistic infections and comorbidities common to patients with HIV is further prolonging the lives of patients. Improvement in the treatment of HIV has led to a sign...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Robertson SM,Penzak SR,Pau AK

更新日期：2005-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Lupus nephritis is a frequent complication and a major cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Area covered: The main characteristics and mechanisms of action of the synthetic drugs more frequently used in lupus nephritis are described. Possible strategies aime...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Moroni G,Ponticelli C

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pegaptanib sodium, the first aptamer therapeutic approved for use and the first antiangiogenic agent used to treat ocular neovascular disease, acts by inhibiting the 165 isoform of vascular endothelial growth factor believed primarily responsible for pathologic ocular neovascularization and vascular permeabi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Apte RS

更新日期：2008-02-01 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:Hyperphosphatemia in chronic kidney disease (CKD) is considered as an independent risk factor for surrogate clinical end points like vascular calcification (VC) and bone disease, or hard clinical outcomes like cardiovascular events. Various treatment options are available for phosphate removal or reduction...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Spasovski G

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Combination of glibenclamide (glyburide in the U.S.) and metformin hydrochloride simultaneously addresses two different but complimentary mechanisms to improve glycemic control in type 2 diabetes. AREAS COVERED:The pharmacokinetics, efficacy, and side effect profile of the oral combination of glibenclamid...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lamos EM,Stein SA,Davis SN

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The long-term beta-blockade strategy with carvedilol, metoprolol succinate or bisoprolol is now strongly recommended to reduce the rates of mortality and morbidity in patients with chronic heart failure (CHF). Although the benefits observed with such drugs are viewed as a class effect, theoretically, carvedilol might ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Di Lenarda A,Sabbadini G,Moretti M,Sinagra G

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Efavirenz is a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor that in most treatment guidelines is recommended to be taken combined with two nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors, as a preferred first-line regimen for the treatment of HIV-1 infection. The antiretroviral efficacy of efavirenz-based combi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Vrouenraets SM,Wit FW,van Tongeren J,Lange JM

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic constipation is a global problem affecting all ages and associated with considerable morbidity and significant financial burden for society. Though formerly defined on the basis of a single symptom, infrequent defecation; constipation is now viewed as a syndrome encompassing several complaints such...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Quigley EM,Neshatian L

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is the most common high grade primary brain tumor in adults. Despite significant advances in treatment, the prognosis remains poor. Bevacizumab (BVZ) and irinotecan (CPT-11) are currently being investigated in the treatment of GBM patients. Although treatment with BVZ and irin...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Jakobsen JN,Hasselbalch B,Stockhausen MT,Lassen U,Poulsen HS

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Malaria in pregnancy continues to be a significant public health burden globally, with over 100 million women at risk each year. Sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (SP) is the only antimalarial recommended for intermittent preventive therapy in pregnancy (IPTp) but increasing parasite resistance threatens its viabi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Moore BR,Davis TME

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Increasing population age, obesity and physical inactivity mean that type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasingly common. Current treatments may be limited by adverse events, drug-drug interactions or contraindication/need for dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment. AREAS COVERED:This paper ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Forst T,Pfützner A

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00