Aripiprazole for the treatment of irritability associated with autism.

abstract：:Desvenlafaxine (DESV) is a newer antidepressant, which inhibits serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake neurotransmission, similarly to venlafaxine, milnacipran and duloxetine. It was approved in February 2008 by the FDA for the treatment of major depressive disorder (MDD), based on well-controlled and adequately powered, l...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Pae CU

更新日期：2011-12-01 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: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: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：:Vascular injury is a ubiquitous phenomenon which can be both occult (such as with hyperlipidemia) and overt (such as with angioplasty). While the exact pathophysiology differs between acute and chronic atherosclerosis, both lesions can be mechanistically explained by the vasculature's exaggerated response to injury. P...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Selzman CH

更新日期：2001-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The disturbing, foul-smelling discharge of bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a nuisance to women. Treatment possibilities for BV are limited and only achieve complete cure in 65 to 85% of cases. In most women, the condition relapses within weeks to months after treatment. AREAS COVERED:In search of new therapeu...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Donders GG,Zodzika J,Rezeberga D

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autonomic dysreflexia is a potentially life-threatening hypertensive medical emergency that occurs most often in spinal cord-injured individuals with spinal lesions at or above the mid-thoracic spinal cord level. It is a condition that remains poorly recognised outside of spinal cord injury centres, which may result i...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Khastgir J,Drake MJ,Abrams P

更新日期：2007-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hepatitis C virus (HCV) therapy continues to evolve rapidly. ABT-450 is a novel potent inhibitor of the non-structural 3/4A protease that has been studied in combination with several agents, allowing shorter duration of therapy and interferon-free/ribavirin-free all-oral regimens. Preliminary data from stu...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Carrion AF,Gutierrez J,Martin P

更新日期：2014-04-01 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：:This is a review of the literature comparing the efficacy and safety of drug-eluting stents (DES) versus bare-metal stents (BMS) in patients with acute myocardial infarction (MI). The present article reviews whether DES are beneficial in the setting of primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), and this has bee...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Yeter E,Kurt M,Silay Y,Anderson HV,Denktas AE

更新日期：2009-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Silodosin is a new uroselective alpha-blocker with high pharmacological selectivity for the (1A) adrenoceptor. It is an effective and well-tolerated treatment in men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), due to presumed bladder outlet obstruction secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The eff...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Osman NI,Chapple CR,Cruz F,Desgrandchamps F,Llorente C,Montorsi F

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Gestational trophoblastic disease is one of the few human malignancies that is curable, even in advanced stages of the disease. However, appropriate management and follow-up are essential components in curing this disease. AREAS COVERED IN THIS REVIEW:Observational, retrospective and prospectiv...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Rodriguez N,Goldstein DP,Berkowitz RS

更新日期：2010-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Osteosarcoma is the most frequent primary cancer of bone. When treated by surgery alone, it is almost invariably followed by metastatic dissemination and death. This dismal prognosis can be improved dramatically by including chemotherapy in an interdisciplinary regimen. Today, two-thirds of patients with localised ext...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Bielack SS,Machatschek JN,Flege S,Jürgens H

更新日期：2004-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Childhood nephrotic syndrome (NS) is a distressing chronic renal disorder with potentially life threatening complications. Over 80% of cases in children are due to minimal change disease and the majority will respond to corticosteroid therapy. Steroid-sensitive NS is considered a relatively benign condition, since pro...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Abeyagunawardena A,Brogan PA,Trompeter RS,Dillon MJ

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this review is to critically review the current literature on olanzapine with an emphasis on emergent themes and key findings in the use of this agent for the treatment of mood disorders and schizophrenia. New information continues to emerge on the impact of olanzapine on schizophrenia and on aspects of...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Buckley PF

更新日期：2005-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:For more than two decades, lowering levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol has formed the cornerstone of management of patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. The substantial residual risk of clinical events in patients treated with statin therapy highlights the need to develop more ef...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Nicholls SJ,Pisaniello AD,Kataoka Y,Puri R

更新日期：2014-06-01 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：BACKGROUND:The incidence of non-melanoma skin cancer is increasing worldwide. Systemic retinoids are useful for the chemoprophylaxis of non-melanoma skin cancers. Retinoids have pleiotropic effects, but their exact cancer chemopreventive mechanism is still not clear. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to review publi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Lens M,Medenica L

更新日期：2008-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Despite its frequency, recognition and therapy of vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA) remain suboptimal. Wet mount microscopy, or vaginal pH as a proxy, allows VVA diagnosis in menopause, but also in young contraception users, after breast cancer, or postpartum. Intravaginal low dose estrogen product is the main th...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Donders GGG,Ruban K,Bellen G,Grinceviciene S

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:The pharmacotherapeutic management of depression in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) is a matter of debate that cannot be decided from the evidence available in the current literature. Therefore, its management essentially relies on the clinical experience of the prescribing clinician rather than on e...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Carta MG,Paribello P,Anastasia A,De Berardis D,Nardi AE,Fornaro M

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chemoradiotherapy is a standard treatment for both unresectable locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer and limited-stage small cell lung cancer. Cisplatin-based chemotherapy with concurrent thoracic radiotherapy yields a 5-year survival rate of approximately 15% for patients with unresectable locally advanced non...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ohe Y

更新日期：2005-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterial pathogen responsible for a variety of serious infections and is a frequent cause of nosocomial disease. During the last 60 years, S. aureus has developed increasing in vitro resistance to virtually all antimicrobials. In contrast, vancomycin has maintained a high degree of activity...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Pope SD,Roecker AM

更新日期：2007-06-01 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：:Thymomas and thymic carcinoma are rare neoplasms. Surgical resection is the cornerstone of effective therapy. Stage I disease is effectively treated by complete surgical resection. The role of radiation therapy in completely resected stage II disease remains controversial. Adjuvant radiation therapy is useful for loca...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Papadopoulos KP,Thomas CR Jr

更新日期：2005-06-01 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:Treatment options for relapsed ovarian cancer have increased over the decade with the addition of targeted agents, such as PARP inhibitors and antiangiogenic agents. Bevacizumab, a monoclonal antibody binding vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), was the first anti-angiogenic agent to be incorporated ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Orbegoso C,Marquina G,George A,Banerjee S

更新日期：2017-10-01 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：:A number of medicine selection methods have been used worldwide for formulary purposes. In Northern Ireland, integrated medicines management is being developed, and related projects have been carried out. This paper deals with the description of the STEPS (Safe Therapeutic Economic Pharmaceutical Selection) programme....

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Scott M,Timoney M,Mairs J,Crealey G,Al Abaddi I,Brenninkmeijer R,Janknegt R,McElnay J

更新日期：2007-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Although effective anti-neoplastic agents, anthracyclines are limited by their well recognized and pervasive cardiotoxic effects. The incidence of late progressive cardiovascular disease in long-term survivors of cancer is established and may contribute to heart failure and death. To maximize the benefits of these dru...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Barry E,Alvarez JA,Scully RE,Miller TL,Lipshultz SE

更新日期：2007-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Despite the revolutionary introduction of antibiotic therapy in the post-World War II era, primary care physicians continue to struggle with the issue of optimal treatment strategies for bacterial infection and the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance. The aggressive use of potent agents as first-line therapy m...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Nicolau DP

更新日期：2004-02-01 00:00:00