Treatment of dyslipidaemia in HIV-infected persons.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Osteoporosis is a well-recognized disease with severe consequences if left untreated. The prevention of osteoporosis-associated fractures should include fall prevention, calcium supplementation and life-style advice, as well as pharmacological therapy using agents with proven antifracture efficacy. AREAS ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lecart MP,Reginster JY

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Crohn's disease (CrD) is characterised by an ongoing inflammatory response in the gut, in the absence of an obvious trigger. The treatment of CrD in children, during relapse and remission, requires special consideration of growth and development. This review addresses the use of present medical management strategies, ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Bremner AR,Beattie RM

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Following more than 20 years of Interferon (IFN)-based treatment for hepatitis C virus (HCV), the understanding of viral life cycle led to the development of new antiviral drugs directly targeting HCV replication steps. Daclatasvir (DCV) is a potent inhibitor of non-structural NS5A HCV protein with pangeno...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Degasperi E,Aghemo A,Colombo M

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Treatment of complicated intra-abdominal infections (cIAIs) is becoming increasingly difficult because of the widespread emergence of multidrug-resistant organisms. AREAS COVERED:In this review, we discuss the effectiveness of several new antibiotics for the treatment of cIAIs, including new β-lactamase i...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lin SY,Huang CH,Ko WC,Chen YH,Hsueh PR

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Insulin glulisine (Apidra, Sanofi-Aventis), a new and recently approved rapid-acting insulin analogue, mimics the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles of physiological human insulin, but has a rapid onset, peak effect at 1h, and a shorter duration of action (approximately 4 h). Its rapid-action properties are ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Garg SK,Ellis SL,Ulrich H

更新日期：2005-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The late effects of cancer treatment have recently gained a worldwide ubiquitous interest among reproductive endocrinologists, oncologists, and all health care providers. Despite many publications on this subject, there are many equivocal issues necessitating summary. The case for and against using GnRH-ag...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Blumenfeld Z,Evron A

更新日期：2015-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Paget's disease of the bone is a common condition in some populations, affecting almost 10% of older adults in western Europe. Though frequently asymptomatic, it can sometimes result in severe disabilities. Timely intervention is now able to arrest disease progression in the majority of patients. AREAS CO...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Reid IR

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fesoterodine is a newly approved drug for the treatment of overactive bladder syndrome. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to review the preclinical and clinical data on fesoterodine. METHODS:The study involved a search of the Medline database and the proceedings volumes of urological congresses. RESULTS...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Michel MC

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The prevalence of obesity has noticeably increased worldwide. The clinician is now frequently facing the challenge of managing patients with concomitant chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma and obesity. Obesity is often associated with a poorer control of these chronic respiratory diseases and the op...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lessard A,Maltais F,Boulet LP

更新日期：2008-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This subgroup analysis of STELLA-LONG TERM interim data explored the long-term safety and efficacy of ipragliflozin in non-elderly vs. elderly Japanese type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:STELLA-LONG TERM is an ongoing 3-year prospective surveillance study of Japanese T2DM ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Maegawa H,Tobe K,Tabuchi H,Nakamura I,Uno S

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Motor fluctuations are a common problem in the long-term management of Parkinson's disease (PD), resulting in disability and impaired quality of life. The relatively short serum half-life (approximately 90 min) of oral levodopa/carbidopa and its erratic absorption due to delayed and inconsistent gastric emptying (a no...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Samanta J,Hauser RA

更新日期：2007-04-01 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:Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) often has an extended disease course. With a median age at diagnosis of 72 years, newer treatment options with less toxicity than standard nucleoside analogue-based regimens are needed. Historically, few therapy options are available once CLL has become refractory to nucl...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Chang JE,Kahl BS

更新日期：2012-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This study examined the effects of short-term administration of the sodium glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT-2) inhibitor, dapagliflozin, on visceral fat area (VFA) in Japanese patients with type 2 diabetes. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS:In this randomized, crossover, controlled clinical trial, overweight patient...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kato K,Suzuki K,Aoki C,Sagara M,Niitani T,Wakamatsu S,Yanagi K,Aso Y

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Complicated intraabdominal infections (cIAIs) are a common cause of infection-related morbidity and mortality in hospitalized patients and present many challenges unique from other serious infections. cIAIs are generally polymicrobial in nature; however, controversy exists around the pathogenicity of some ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Skrupky LP,Tellor BR,Mazuski JE

更新日期：2013-10-01 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：:Genomic variations influencing response to pharmacotherapy of pain are under investigation. Candidate genes such as (opioid)-receptors, transporters and other molecules important for pharmacotherapy are discussed. Drug metabolising enzymes represent a further major target of ongoing research in order to identify assoc...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Stamer UM,Stüber F

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hyperphosphataemia is common in chronic kidney disease (CKD), particularly in the late stages and is associated with secondary hyperparathyroidism, abnormal bone mineralisation and increased cardiovascular morbidity/mortality. At present, there is a range of phosphate binders designed to keep serum phospha...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Locatelli F,Dimkovic N,Spasovski G

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Mycophenolic acid (MPA), the active form of mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) and enteric-coated mycophenolate sodium (EC-MPS), is used to treat systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). MMF and EC-MPS pharmacokinetics were examined to devise guidance for therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) for SLE patients with normal ren...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Djabarouti S,Duffau P,Lazaro E,Chapouly C,Greib C,Viallard JF,Pellegrin JL,Saux MC,Breilh D

更新日期：2010-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Lapatinib is a dual (ErbB-1 and ErB-2) receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) that was recently approved by the FDA for the treatment of advanced breast cancer. It shows synergy with trastuzumab, and has demonstrated clinical activity in trastuzumab-resistant tumour. This paper reviews the drug development of lapati...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Mukherjee A,Dhadda AS,Shehata M,Chan S

更新日期：2007-09-01 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: Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that is associated with progressive joint destruction and reduced quality of life. Despite the common use of disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) in PsA, their influence has been investigated in a number of studies with conflicting ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Abdulrahim H,Sharlala H,Adebajo AO

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Moderate hypertriglyceridemia is fairly common, and elevated triglycerides are a risk factor for coronary heart disease. The omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA have been shown to lower triglycerides in many clinical studies. Prescription omega-3 fatty acid concentrates (P-OM3) are indicated for use in people wi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Skulas-Ray AC,West SG,Davidson MH,Kris-Etherton PM

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Miconazole (MCZ) is a time-honored antifungal of the imidazole class. MCZ exerts a multipronged effect on fungi. It inhibits the cytochrome P450 complex, including the 14α-demethylase enzyme required for ergosterol biosynthesis, in fungal cell membranes. In addition, intracellular accumulation of toxic met...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Piérard GE,Hermanns-Lê T,Delvenne P,Piérard-Franchimont C

更新日期：2012-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In > 80% of patients with autoimmune hepatitis, steroid therapy alone or in combination with azathioprine results in disease remission. Treatment response results in reversal of fibrosis and excellent long-term survival in many patients, whereas untreated patients may expect a 10-year survival of < 30%. The use of aza...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Heneghan MA,Al-Chalabi T,McFarlane IG

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:alpha-adrenoceptor antagonists have traditionally been used in the treatment of hypertension but in recent years they have become increasingly common in the treatment of benign prostatic enlargement (BPE), where they reduce the 'dynamic' component of bladder outlet obstruction and appear to have additional actions to ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Chess-Williams R

更新日期：2002-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:It is very rare for patients with bipolar disorder to have a single episode of mania or depression over a lifetime and the vast majority of these individuals need long-term prophylactic/maintenance treatment. However, treatment nonadherence is a major issue for close to half of subjects with bip...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Fagiolini A,Casamassima F,Mostacciuolo W,Forgione R,Goracci A,Goldstein BI

更新日期：2010-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Multiple myeloma is a disease predominately affecting older adults. Pivotal to treating older adults is understanding their physiologic differences compared to younger subjects and how the complexity of therapies has an impact upon this patient population. AREAS COVERED:Herein, the authors address the eff...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Dempsey JL,Johns A,Rosko AE,Lazarus HM

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Diabetic foot ulceration is a serious secondary complication of diabetes mellitus and the most common cause of hospitalization in diabetic patients. The etiology of diabetic foot ulcerations is complex due to their multifactorial nature. Thus, addressing all of the factors involved remains instrumental in ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Tecilazich F,Dinh T,Veves A

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in older adults remains daunting. The unique biology often renders conventional chemotherapies less effective. Accurately predicting the toxicities of treatment is another unresolved challenge. Treatment planning thus requires a good knowledge of the current trial data...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Michaelis LC,Klepin HD,Walter RB

更新日期：2018-06-01 00:00:00