Pharmacotherapy for knee osteoarthritis: current and emerging therapies.

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Vertigo and dizziness are common chief complaints of vestibular and ocular motor disorders (lifetime prevalence 30%). Treatment relies on physical, pharmacological, psychological and rarely surgical approaches. Eight groups of drugs are currently used in vestibular and ocular motor disorders, namely anti-v...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Zwergal A,Strupp M,Brandt T

更新日期：2019-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Autism is a heterogeneous condition, currently with no single explanation for all of these findings presented at this conference. What conferences like this offer us, however, are possible courses of new research and the subsequent development of intervention strategies, both orthodox (pharmacological) and perhaps sli...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Whiteley P

更新日期：2001-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Obesity is a growing health problem that has numerous comorbidities, including cardiovascular disease (CVD). The multi-disciplinary treatment of obesity now includes the use of pharmacotherapy. When treating patients with obesity and CVD, certain medications may be more appropriate than others. AREAS COVE...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Andrew CA,Saunders KH,Shukla AP,Aronne LJ

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-Hodgkin's lymphomas (NHL) encompass a heterogeneous group of lymphoid malignancies with varying natural histories and prognoses. Recent classifications for NHL have defined distinct lymphoma entities based on morphology, immunophenotype, genetic features, clonal cell lineage and clinical features. These new, more ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Tan BR,Bartlett NL

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper describes the functional roles of the closely related pharmacogenetic and pharmacogenomic sciences in medicine. Firstly, they provide means for a better understanding of the function of drugs, and particularly of the differences of drug action between individuals and also between racially categorised popula...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kalow W

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Neoplastic meningitis (NM) is a debilitating complication of cancer that occurs when tumour cells infiltrate the leptomeninges. Treatment often includes direct installation of chemotherapy into the cerebrospinal fluid either by lumbar puncture or the use of a ventricular reservoir, radiation therapy, systemic chemothe...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Armstrong TS,Gilbert MR

更新日期：2004-09-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Heart failure (HF) treatment attracts a share of intensive research because of its poor HF prognosis. In the past decades, the prognosis of HF has improved considerably, mainly as a consequence of the progress that has been made in the pharmacological management of HF. AREAS COVERED:This article reviews t...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kaldara E,Sanoudou D,Adamopoulos S,Nanas JN

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Bradykinin-mediated angioedema is characterized by subcutaneous and/or submucosal edema formation without wheals and pruritus. It is linked to bradykinin-enhanced vascular permeability and, therefore, it does not respond to conventional measures, but requires specific therapy. AREAS COVERED:This summary b...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Farkas H

更新日期：2013-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex respiratory disorder, whose medical and socioeconomic burden as one of the main causes of morbidity and mortality is increasing worldwide. COPD pathophysiology includes chronic airway/lung inflammation and progressive airflow limitation. Therefore, ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Pelaia G,Muzzio CC,Vatrella A,Maselli R,Magnoni MS,Rizzi A

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ribavirin is a very broad-spectrum virustatic antiviral agent, first synthesised in 1972. It is characterised by low toxicity apart from reversible anaemia, usually mild. Its multiple mechanisms of action mean that viral resistance rarely develops. It can be administered orally, intravenously, or via a nebuliser. It h...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Snell NJ

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Parenteral support is lifesaving in short bowel syndrome patients with intestinal failure (SBS-IF), who are unable to compensate for their malabsorption by metabolic or pharmacologic adaptation. Mutually, the symptoms of SBS-IF and the inconveniences and complications in relation to parenteral support may ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Nørholk LM,Holst JJ,Jeppesen PB

更新日期：2012-02-01 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：: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：:Candesartan is a long-acting angiotensin receptor antagonist that is well absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, with insurmountable receptor binding abilities. Recent studies have shown candesartan to be an effective therapy for heart failure patients, producing a significant reduction in mortality and morbidity. ...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： McKelvie RS

更新日期：2006-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Historically, there were few effective and durable treatments for metastatic melanoma. Recently, mutation based targeted therapies have revolutionized treatment and outcomes for patients with metastatic melanoma. Specifically, inhibitors aimed at BRAF, NRAS, and C-KIT mutations are now commonly used in tre...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Turner MC,Rossfeld K,Salama AK,Tyler D,Beasley G

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Human infections with Babesia species, in particular Babesia microti, are tick-borne illnesses that are being recognised with increased frequency. Coinfection with ehrlichiosis and Lyme disease is also being recognised as an important feature of these tick-borne illnesses. Despite the superficial resemblance of Babesi...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Weiss LM

更新日期：2002-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Injection diclofenac sodium available at present as a 3-ml formulation is administered intragluteally. Standard needles may not reach the gluteus maximus muscle in many cases, especially in obese patients. Alternative sites like the deltoid have been suggested to be more suitable for these patients. Diclofena...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Ojha A,Shep D,Nivsarkar M,Patel S,Jaiswal V,Padh H

更新日期：2009-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD:Hypertension is a major independent risk factor for kidney disease and for faster renal function loss. Choice of antihypertensive strategies with highest nephroprotective effect is crucial to prevent or reverse progression to end stage renal disease (ESRD). AREAS COVERED IN THIS REVIEW:The pres...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Cravedi P,Ruggenenti P,Remuzzi G

更新日期：2010-11-01 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：INTRODUCTION:Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis (PAP) is a heterogeneous group of rare diseases characterized by the abnormal production and impaired degradation of pulmonary surfactant as a result of malfunctioning of alveolar macrophages. This is due to the downstream dysregulation of the GM-CSF pathway, which can be cau...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Antoniu SA,Rajnoveanu R,Grigore M,Antohe I

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The adrenal steroidal hormone dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) has been studied as a potential pharmacological agent in the treatment of the autoimmune disease systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Both the endocrine effects (the ability to be converted peripherally to androgenic and oestrogenic sex steroids) and the immun...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： van Vollenhoven RF

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Fampridine-SR is under submission as the first drug to be FDA approved with an indication specifically for multiple sclerosis symptoms. Compounded forms of the active agent of Fampridine-SR (4-aminopyridine) have been used in clinical practice for many years. Clinical trials have now been completed that demo...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Kachuck NJ

更新日期：2009-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) is a lymphoid malignancy with an incidence of 2 - 3/100,000/year. Young adults are most often affected. Due to the development of highly active multi-agent chemotherapy protocols and the optimization of radiotherapy (RT) fields and doses, HL has become one of the malignancies with the...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Eichenauer DA,Böll B,Diehl V

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Anaerobes are the most predominant components of normal human skin and mucous membrane bacterial flora and are, therefore, a common cause of endogenous bacterial infections. Because of their fastidious nature, they are difficult to isolate from infectious sites and are often overlooked. Anaerobic infection...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Brook I

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronic hyperglycemia has an adverse influence on beta-cell function, which is known as 'glucotoxicity'. Sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors lower the blood glucose concentration by enhancing urinary glucose excretion. This study was performed to clarify the influence of the SGLT2 inhibitor ipr...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Nagai Y,Ohta A,Sada Y,Kato H,Tanaka Y

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Angioedema, a sudden, self-limited swelling of localized areas of any part of the body that may or may not be associated with urticaria, is thought to be the result of a mast-cell mediated process versus a bradykinin etiology. Understanding the mechanism is key in determining the proper treatment. Areas Co...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： James C,Bernstein JA

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Epileptic emergencies are frequently encountered and include ictal events as status epilepticus or seizure clusters, and non-ictal situations like postictal psychosis or acute drug side effects. The aim of this review was to describe recent pharmacological advances in the treatment of epileptic emergencies...

journal_title：Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy

authors： Zelano J,Ben-Menachem E

更新日期：2016-11-01 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：: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