New phosphodiesterase inhibitors in the treatment of erectile dysfunction.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Patients with advanced pancreatic cancer (APC) refractory to first-line therapy have a dismal prognosis and limited therapeutic options, with only one option consisting of nanoliposomal irinotecan in combination with fluorouracil and folinic acid which was approved by FDA based upon results of the phase II...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Passero FC Jr,Saif MW

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: This clinical guidance looks at the specific concerns of delivery of medical treatment for people with epilepsy and intellectual disability (ID). People with ID have not been included in licensing drug trials of AEDs. However, this population has an over-representation of seizure comorbidity, treatment r...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Watkins L,O'Dwyer M,Kerr M,Scheepers M,Courtenay K,Shankar R

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Prostate cancer being the second leading cause of death in men in Western countries remains a major challenge in healthcare. Several novel agents targeting signaling pathways in prostate cancer have recently been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) but there is still an unmet need for new...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Deshmukh RR,Schmitt SM,Hwang C,Dou QP

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To investigate the impact of daily sildenafil on levels of soluble molecular markers of endothelial function in men with erectile dysfunction. METHODS:Patients aged >18 years with erectile dysfunction of vascular etiology for >6 months, either alone or in combination with disease states strongly associated w...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Konstantinopoulos A,Giannitsas K,Athanasopoulos A,Spathas D,Perimenis P

更新日期：2009-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The rising incidence of invasive fungal infections and the emergence of broader fungal resistance have led to the need for novel antifungal agents. Posaconazole is a new member of the triazole class of antifungals. It is available as an oral suspension and has a favorable toxicity profile, has demonstrated clinical ef...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kwon DS,Mylonakis E

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vaginal ring delivery systems are a highly promising approach to hormone replacement therapy (HRT). The vagina is an excellent route for steroid absorption. Menopausal vaginal rings can be designed to allow very low dose local delivery of oestrogen to the vagina for the large percentage of postmenopausal women experie...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Dezarnaulds G,Fraser IS

更新日期：2003-02-01 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:Osteopororic fractures are highly prevalent in older persons having catastrophic consequences in their quality of life and increasing disability and mortality in this population. The mechanisms of osteoporosis in older persons are unique in terms of cellular changes and response to osteoporosis treatment. ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Duque G

更新日期：2013-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Prostate cancer is a common cancer and the role of adjuvant medical therapy continues to be investigated. An understanding of the use of adjuvant medical therapy is essential for the appropriate care of prostate cancer patients, especially for those with locally advanced or high-risk disease. A...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Sumey C,Flaig TW

更新日期：2011-01-01 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：: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：:Peglyated liposomal doxorubicin was developed to maintain or enhance the demonstrated antineoplastic effects of doxorubicin, while improving the toxicity profile associated with this important cytotoxic agent. Accumulating clinical data have confirmed the activity of pegylated liposomal doxorubicin in cancers of the b...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Markman M

更新日期：2006-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) refers to urticaria (wheals) or angioedema, which occur for a period of six weeks or longer without an apparent cause. The condition may impair the patient's quality of life. AREAS COVERED:Treatment for CSU is mainly symptomatic. Both AAAAI/ACAAI practice parameters and...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Hon KL,Li JTS,Leung AKC,Lee V

更新日期：2020-09-29 00:00:00

abstract：:Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a frequent disease leading to functional impairment and socioeconomic burden. Anti-TNF-alpha therapy has brought new perspectives in this condition. Two agents are currently used in the treatment of AS and spondyloarthropathies - infliximab (a chimeric monoclonal antibody) and etanercept...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Wendling D,Toussirot E

更新日期：2004-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Until recently, atorvastatin was known only as a new but more potent statin ('me too' drug) for lowering low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. In the last 2 years, data has become available on nearly 32,000 patients, in clinical settings ranging from primary prevention to acute coronary syndromes. These trials show the...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ray KK,Cannon CP

更新日期：2005-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Alcoholism is the third leading cause of preventable mortality and morbidity in the US. In the COMBINE (Combined Pharmacotherapies and Behavioural Interventions) study, the co-primary end points were the percentage of days abstinent and the time to first heavy drinking day after 16 weeks, and 1 year. The biggest diffe...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Doggrell SA

更新日期：2006-10-01 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：:Recognising the value added by economic evaluations of clinical trials and the interaction of clinical, humanistic and economic end points, the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group (RTOG) has developed an Outcomes Model that guides the comprehensive assessment of this triad of end points. This paper will focus on the econ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Konski A,Watkins-Bruner D,RTOG (Radiation Therapy Oncology Group) Outcomes Model.

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antiplatelet therapy is the cornerstone of treatment for patients who present with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) or undergo percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). Clopidogrel, in combination with aspirin, is associated with improvement in long-term clinical outcomes in these patients and is currently the antiplatel...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Angiolillo DJ,Suryadevara S,Capranzano P,Bass TA

更新日期：2008-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erectile dysfunction (ED) has serious negative consequences on both sexual experience and emotional well being and affects a broad range of age groups. The prevalence of ED is associated with increasing age and has been reported to be as high as 70%. Although the disorder is common and underdiagnosed, its treatment ca...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Becher E

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Sorafenib is an oral receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor that inhibits Raf serine/threonine kinases and receptor tyrosine kinases (vascular endothelial growth factor receptors 1, 2, 3 and platelet-derived growth factor-beta, Flt-3 and c-kit) that are implicated in tumorigenesis and tumor progress...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Iyer R,Fetterly G,Lugade A,Thanavala Y

更新日期：2010-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Almotriptan is a serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine, 5HT)(1B/1D)-receptor agonist approved for the acute treatment of migraine. In 3500 acute migraine patients enrolled in short-term trials and 1500 patients in long-term open-label trials, almotriptan 12.5 mg was effective and well-tolerated. Almotriptan maintains a consi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Dodick DW

更新日期：2003-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Colesevelam HCl (WelChol, Sankyo Pharmaceuticals Inc.) is a bile acid sequestrant polymer, which has been shown to significantly lower low density lipoprotein cholesterol and favourably affect high-density lipoprotein cholesterol blood levels in monotherapy and in combination with statins (HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Bays H,Dujovne C

更新日期：2003-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Interstitial cystitis is a clinical condition occurring predominantly in women characterised by irritative voiding symptoms in the form of urinary frequency, urgency and pain. Patient symptoms have the potential to significantly affect quality of life, posing a challenge to some to perform activities of daily living. ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lukban JC

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Consensus guidelines for the management of HIV infection recommend the use of two nucleoside analogues in combination with either a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor or a ritonavir-boosted protease inhibitor in therapy-naive patients. As adherence is crucial for treatment success, regimens with fewer pill...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Waters L,Moyle G

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Following Huggins' original observation of the dependence of the prostate on androgens, testosterone suppression by either orchiectomy or oestrogen compounds (e.g., diethylstilbesterol [DES]) became the standard palliative treatment for advanced prostate cancer. Early studies showed testosterone suppression improved s...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Perez-Marrero R,Tyler RC

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Introduction: Triptorelin is a luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone analog (LH-RHa) inducing ovarian function suppression (OFS). It is approved by FDA and EMA in association with tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitor (AI) and with fulvestrant and palbociclib in premenopausal women with hormone receptor (HR)-positive breas...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ferraro E,Trapani D,Marrucci E,Curigliano G

更新日期：2019-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyperlipidaemia is a pivotal risk factor for the development of atherosclerotic disease. A large number of studies have demonstrated that the treatment of abnormalities in lipoprotein levels reduces the risk for myocardial infarction, peripheral vascular disease, carotid artery disease, stroke, and cardiovascular mort...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Toth PP,Davidson MH

更新日期：2005-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of effective treatments for opioid dependence is of great importance given the devastating consequences of the disease. Pharmacotherapies for opioid addiction include opioid agonists, partial agonists, opioid antagonists, and alpha-2-adrenergic agonists, which are targeted toward either detoxification ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Stotts AL,Dodrill CL,Kosten TR

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension may occur in the context of incomplete lysis of acute pulmonary emboli, resulting in the obstruction of pulmonary blood flow, as well as progressive right ventricular dysfunction and failure. The treatment of choice for this condition is surgical removal of the obstructing...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Hughes R,Jais X,Suntharalingam J,Humbert M,Parent F,Simonneau G,Pepke-Zaba J

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00