Safe administration of iron sucrose in a patient with a previous hypersensitivity reaction to ferric gluconate.

abstract：:Acute graft-versus-host disease remains a devastating complication following hematopoietic cell transplantation, resulting in increased morbidity and mortality. Vast research efforts continue to refine or develop new means of prediction, assessment, prevention, and treatment of this syndrome. Recent updates in acute g...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： DiMaggio E

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent attention has been called to the interpretation of studies of antiinfective agents demonstrating effects on the QTc interval. It seems that the effects of many of these agents on the QTc interval are small, but in some patient populations, these drugs may cause morbidity and mortality related to TdP. It would b...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Owens RC Jr,Ambrose PG

更新日期：2002-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To describe the pharmacokinetic disposition of tobramycin in children undergoing stem cell transplantation (SCT) after intravenous administration either every 24 hours or every 8 hours, and to use this information to create initial dosing guidelines for administration every 24 hours in this patient popu...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Dupuis LL,Sung L,Taylor T,Abdolell M,Allen U,Doyle J,Taddio A

更新日期：2004-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Ceftazidime, a beta-lactamase-stable, third-generation cephalosporin, is widely used for the treatment of serious gram-negative infections. Neurotoxicity has rarely been associated with the drug; however, two of our patients developed ceftazidime-induced neurotoxicity that produced confusion, disorientation, agitation...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Slaker RA,Danielson B

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To establish the clinical equivalence (noninferiority) of one tablet containing abacavir 300 mg-lamivudine 150 mg-zidovudine 300 mg (Trizivir) versus a tablet containing lamivudine 150 mg-zidovudine 300 mg (Combivir) given with one abacavir (ABC) 300-mg tablet, administered twice/day, in antiretroviral-...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Fischl MA,Burnside AE Jr,Farthing CE,Thompson MA,Bellos NC,Williams VC,Kauf TL,Wannamaker PG,Shaefer MS,ESS40005 Study Team.

更新日期：2003-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antimicrobial lung penetration is thought to be predictive of efficacy in the treatment of lower respiratory tract infections. Lung penetration studies are commonly conducted with new antimicrobial agents to elucidate their potential utility in treating such infections. Although some very useful information may emerge...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Ritrovato CA,Deeter RG

更新日期：1991-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To identify and describe the scope of practice that characterizes the critical care pharmacist and critical care pharmacy services. Specifically, the goals were to define the level of clinical practice and specialized skills characterizing the critical care pharmacist as clinician, educator, researcher, and m...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors：

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Meglumine antimoniate was administered to a patient with visceral leishmaniasis with normal renal function. Soon after the first intramuscular administration of meglumine antimoniate 20 mg/kg, equivalent to 510 mg antimony (Sb), the patient developed septic shock with oliguria. Creatinine clearance decreased to 23 ml/...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Hantson P,Luyasu S,Haufroid V,Lambert M

更新日期：2000-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of Niaspan--a niacin preparation with both immediate- and extended-release characteristics--on lipid and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes. DESIGN:Retrospective study SETTING:Private-practice endocrinology group. PATIENTS:Thirty-two patients (mean age 60 yrs; 7...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Kane MP,Hamilton RA,Addesse E,Busch RS,Bakst G

更新日期：2001-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Levodopa is one of the principal agents administered to treat patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Several pharmacologic strategies can limit its side effects and enhance its activity. Although certain exceptions apply, dosage adjustments and drug changes should be instituted slowly. Levodopa is typically introduce...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Berchou RC

更新日期：2000-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Antimicrobial resistance among gram-positive organisms such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) continues to limit therapeutic options. The oxazolidinones are a synthetic class of agents now commonly relied on for the treatment of serious MRSA and VRE infect...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Rybak JM,Marx K,Martin CA

更新日期：2014-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of acarbose on glycemic control and glycemic variability, using a continuous glucose-monitoring system, in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who were not well controlled on metformin and vildagliptin therapy. DESIGN:Multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled s...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Derosa G,Franzetti I,Querci F,D'Angelo A,Maffioli P

更新日期：2015-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Dabigatran, a direct thrombin inhibitor, is an oral anticoagulant indicated for the prevention of stroke in patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and for the treatment and prevention of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. Dabigatran, as well as the other new anticoagulants-rivaroxaban, apixaban, and edoxaban...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Wiggins BS,Northup A,Johnson D,Senfield J

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) published an initial white paper on herbal products in 2000. Since then, the global market for natural products has continued to expand, with tens of millions of consumers using such products on an annual basis in the United States alone. However, despite this expansion...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Gabay M,Smith JA,Chavez ML,Goldwire M,Walker S,Coon SA,Gosser R,Hume AL,Musselman M,Phillips J,Abe AM

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS) syndrome is a rare, complex, idiosyncratic drug reaction that can be fatal. Systemic symptoms include lymphadenopathy, hepatic failure, and possibly renal failure. The syndrome has been primarily associated with anticonvulsants, whereas antimicrobials are less ...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Miller Quidley A,Bookstaver PB,Gainey AB,Gainey MD

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Skilled nursing facilities and nursing homes are care settings that offer increasing opportunities for pharmacists to take the lead when addressing the new updated Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements coupled with enhanced quality measures reporting. In addition, the complexity of the medicati...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Brandt NJ,Worz C,Clackum SF

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hyponatremia is the most common electrolyte disorder encountered in clinical practice and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Clinical consequences of hyponatremia include neurologic dysfunction, decreased mental function, cerebral edema, gait disturbances and falls, osteoporosis, and fractures. Hy...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Patterson JH

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Invasive fungal infections, especially candidiasis and aspergillosis, are a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Many controversies surround the management of these infections. A critical overview of the recent Infectious Diseases Society of America practice guidelines is provided, as are comments on both the conun...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Kontoyiannis DP

更新日期：2001-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) and methicillin-oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) originally predominated in large medical centers; however, these isolates are now common in community hospitals and community clinics. No simple answer is available regarding control of antimicrobial-resistant bacte...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Smith DW

更新日期：1999-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Starting lipid-lowering therapy in the hospital, especially with statins, has become an important component in the management of patients with acute coronary syndromes (ACS). It improves outcomes and increases patient motivation and long-term adherence. In addition, discontinuation of statin therapy in patients with A...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Paradiso-Hardy FL,Gordon WL,Jackevicius CA,Kertland HR,Pearson GJ,Pickering JL,Poirier L,Semchuk BM,Verret L

更新日期：2003-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Erectile dysfunction, a problem estimated to affect up to 30 million American men, is associated with a number of systemic illnesses and drugs. Age is not thought to be an independent risk factor for the disorder, but accompanying illnesses and their treatments may contribute to its onset. Newer classes of antihyperte...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Barksdale JD,Gardner SF

更新日期：1999-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Historically, there is perceived pressure to achieve therapeutic levels of tacrolimus quickly after heart transplant (HT). We evaluated the association between time within therapeutic tacrolimus range and time to therapeutic trough and rejection in the 30 days following HT. METHODS:This is a single-center r...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Baker WL,Steiger S,Martin S,Patel N,Radojevic J,Darsaklis K,O'Bara L,Kutzler H,Dougherty J,Feingold A,Hammond J,Fusco D,Gluck JA

更新日期：2019-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The bispectral index (BIS), a processed variable derived from the raw electroencephalogram (EEG) used to guide sedation in the intensive care unit (ICU), has not been tested during barbiturate therapy for elevated intracranial pressure. We determined the BIS and suppression ratio (SR) values during traditiona...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Riker RR,Fraser GL,Wilkins ML

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To investigate the relationship between two widely used, generic health-related quality of life (HRQOL) measures, Short Form-12 (SF-12) and EuroQol's EQ-5D, and potentially inappropriate drug use in an elderly cohort. DESIGN:Longitudinal retrospective cohort study. DATA SOURCE:Medical Expenditure Pane...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Franic DM,Jiang JZ

更新日期：2006-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Warfarin is a commonly used oral anticoagulant that is usually initiated after the definitive diagnosis of a certain thromboembolic disorder or disease. Warfarin therapy will usually be prescribed for 6-12 weeks or more, and some patients may continue therapy throughout life, depending on the type of thromboembolic di...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Yamreudeewong W,Johnson JV,Cassidy TG,Berg JT

更新日期：1996-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The efficacy of the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors canagliflozin, dapagliflozin, and empagliflozin in reducing hyperglycemia in patients with type 2 diabetes is well documented. In addition, positive effects have been observed with these agents on nonglycemic variables, such as reductions in body we...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Trujillo JM,Nuffer WA

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:To characterize patient sociodemographics and health, describe vancomycin treatment parameters and clinician-rated outcomes, and determine costs associated with treatment including preparation and administration, adverse events, and toxicity. DESIGN:A prospective study to develop a model for costs ass...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Garrelts JC,Horst WD,Silkey B,Gagnon S

更新日期：1994-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVES:To determine the incidence of hepatotoxicity in critically ill patients who were treated with voriconazole and to identify potential risk factors for voriconazole-associated hepatotoxicity in these patients. DESIGN:Single-center prospective observational study. SETTING:Intensive care unit (ICU) in a ...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Wang Y,Wang T,Xie J,Yang Q,Zheng X,Dong W,Xing J,Wang X,Dong Y

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Atherosclerosis, the great killer of Western society, probably is initiated when the balance of subendothelial lipoproteins and oxidation potential is upset. Oxidation products, especially oxidized low-density lipoprotein, set into motion the cascading of numerous pathways, culminating in the fibrous atherosclerotic p...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Meyers DG,Maloley PA

更新日期：1993-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Rapacuronium is a new steroidal, nondepolarizing, neuromuscular blocking agent. It appears to be the least potent of all available nondepolarizing muscle relaxants. Its onset of action resembles that of succinylcholine, and its recovery times are shorter than those of other nondepolarizing agents. The clinical duratio...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Larijani GE,Zafeiridis A,Goldberg ME

更新日期：1999-10-01 00:00:00