Vigabatrin for infantile spasms.

abstract：:During the past decade, the incidence and severity of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) have significantly increased, leading to a rise in CDI-associated hospitalizations, health care costs, and mortality. Although treatment options exist for CDI, recurrence is frequent following treatment. Furthermore, patients w...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Kufel WD,Devanathan AS,Marx AH,Weber DJ,Daniels LM

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the pharmacokinetics and plasma protein binding of eprosartan in hepatic disease. DESIGN:Single-dose, parallel-group study. SETTING:Oklahoma Foundation for Digestive Research, University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. PATIENTS:Eight healthy subjects with norm...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Tenero D,Martin D,Chapelsky M,Ilson B,Boike S,Patterson S,Keogh J,Rodriguez S,Jorkasky D

更新日期：1998-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the effect of telephone follow-up on the physical well-being dimension of health-related quality of life in patients with cancer. DESIGN:Randomized, controlled trial. SETTING:Public teaching hospital. PATIENTS:One hundred fifty patients with cancer who were discharged to home from the hospital....

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Beney J,Devine EB,Chow V,Ignoffo RJ,Mitsunaga L,Shahkarami M,McMillan A,Bero LA

更新日期：2002-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Struvite calculi result from urinary tract infections secondary to urease-producing bacteria. To prevent recurrent infection and stone formation complete removal of struvite calculi is recommended. Two illustrative reports of patients with renal struvite calculi are presented in which 10% hemiacidrin (Renacidin) irrig...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Massaro FJ,Weiner B,Sant GR,Meares EM Jr

更新日期：1983-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We present a case of eosinophilic pneumonia due to ceftaroline used for the treatment of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia associated with a postoperative spinal infection. Our patient developed shortness of breath and hypoxemia on the fifth week of ceftaroline therapy. Chest imaging disclosed dif...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Desai KR,Burdette SD,Polenakovik HM,Hagaman J,Pleiman CM

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Polypharmacy has been found to have potentially negative consequences for patients due to use of potentially inappropriate medications, as well as increased risk of drug interactions and adverse effects. Deprescribing has been proposed as a method of improving medication use throughout a patient's course of care. This...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Bemben NM

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A 23-year-old man was brought to the emergency department after eating four boxes of brodifacoum-containing rodenticide over a 4-day interval and pieces from approximately two bottles of glass over the previous 2 weeks. He was asymptomatic but his prothrombin time was markedly elevated with an international normalized...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Tsutaoka BT,Miller M,Fung SM,Patel MM,Olson KR

更新日期：2003-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia can occur in 60-80% of patients with Alzheimer's disease or other dementing illnesses, and are important in that they are a source of significant caregiver stress and often precipitate nursing home placement. These symptoms, namely, aggression, delusions, hallucination...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Rojas-Fernandez CH,Lanctot KL,Allen DD,MacKnight C

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To determine the effect of standardized Ginkgo biloba leaf extracts (GBE) on outcome parameters of hemostasis associated with risk of bleeding. DESIGN:Meta-analysis of 18 randomized controlled trials. SUBJECTS:A total of 1985 adults were enrolled to receive either GBE or placebo; 87% were patients wit...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Kellermann AJ,Kloft C

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Omadacycline is a novel aminomethylcycline approved for the treatment of community-acquired bacterial pneumonia and acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections. This article reviews existing data pertaining to the biochemistry, mechanism of action, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, in vitro activity, and curre...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Barber KE,Bell AM,Wingler MJB,Wagner JL,Stover KR

更新日期：2018-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Twice/day dosing of insulin glargine has been used to treat hyperglycemia in clinical practice; however, data supporting its use in the critically ill population are lacking. This study was designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of twice/day insulin glargine in critically ill patients. METHODS:A retros...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Fox MA,Perry MC,Liu-DeRyke X

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetic profile of fosphenytoin, a water-soluble phenytoin prodrug, after intramuscular and intravenous administration. DESIGN:Open-label study of intramuscular administration, and double-blind, randomized study of intravenous administration. SETTING:S...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Boucher BA,Feler CA,Dean JC,Michie DD,Tipton BK,Smith KR Jr,Kramer RE,Young B,Parks BR Jr,Kugler AR

更新日期：1996-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gram-negative septicemia due to central venous catheter-related infection is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity among patients who undergo hemodialysis. Antibiotic-heparin locks are valuable for preserving access sites and lowering the cost and inconvenience associated with central venous catheter replacement ...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Saxena AK,Panhotra BR,Naguib M

更新日期：2002-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) bacteremia is associated with high morbidity and mortality. Traditionally, antistaphylococcal penicillins (ASPs) have been considered the agents of choice for the treatment of MSSA bacteremia. Vancomycin has been demonstrated to have poorer outcomes in several studi...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Li J,Echevarria KL,Traugott KA

更新日期：2017-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several worldwide initiatives involve pharmacy education and practice; however, the International Pharmaceutical Federation is the only worldwide pharmacy organization currently in existence. This is the first report of the good pharmacy practice initiative published in the United States. We hope that it will stimulat...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Bond CA,Raehl CL,Claesson C

更新日期：1995-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In 2006, the American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) charged the Task Force on Residency Equivalency to define the professional experience expected of a clinically mature practitioner that would meet or exceed the knowledge and skills of an accredited postgraduate year one residency-trained pharmacist. In this co...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： American College of Clinical Pharmacy.,Jordan CJ,Wall GC,Lobo B,Wilkinson J,Creekmore FM,Sorrells K,Hartis C,Miller S,Uchal L

更新日期：2009-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To review the literature on clonidine, venlafaxine, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and gabapentin for the treatment of hot flashes. DATA SOURCES:A MEDLINE search (January 1966-July 2003) was conducted to identify English-language literature available on the treatment of hot flashes that focused on ...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Sicat BL,Brokaw DK

更新日期：2004-01-01 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：:We reviewed the spectrum of activity, pharmacokinetics, clinical efficacy, adverse effects, and relative advantages of piperacillin-tazobactam, a new beta-lactam-beta-lactamase inhibitor. Piperacillin-tazobactam has a wide spectrum of activity that includes gram-positive organisms such as staphylococci and streptococc...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Daniel KP,Krop LC

更新日期：1996-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Subtherapeutic tacrolimus trough concentrations were noted in a 52-year-old woman who had undergone liver transplantation. Her tacrolimus dosage was increased from 7 to 28 mg twice/day, and ketoconazole therapy was added; however, her tacrolimus concentration remained undetectable. Metoclopramide 10 mg 4 times/day was...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Prescott WA Jr,Callahan BL,Park JM

更新日期：2004-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Hospital pharmacists are often consulted for their knowledge about coagulation and therapeutic interventions for the management of critical bleeding. Many pharmacotherapies are available for this purpose, both systemic and topical, and others are in development. These agents and their mechanisms of action are reviewed...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Voils S

更新日期：2007-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Verapamil and diltiazem are effective in terminating paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardias and slowing ventricular response during atrial fibrillation or flutter. Results from clinical trials for each individual drug demonstrate comparative efficacy rates, and both drugs share the same contraindications and relativ...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Cheiman DM,Shea BF,Kelly RA

更新日期：1996-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Graves' disease is an autoimmune process in which the thyroid gland is stimulated by autoantibodies, leading to hyperthyroidism. Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroid function, primarily affecting women in their 40s and 50s. Treatment may involve oral radioiodine, which is taken up by the follicular...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Kolade VO,Bosinski TJ,Ruffy EL

更新日期：2005-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In patients infected with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) that goes untreated, therapeutic options are limited once the disease decompensates, and orthotopic liver transplantation is often the only treatment available to save the patient's life. After liver transplantation, combined therapy with hepatitis B immune glo...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： McGonigal KH,Bajjoka IE,Abouljoud MS

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Status epilepticus (SE) has a high mortality rate and is one of the most common neurologic emergencies. Fast progression of this neurologic emergency and lack of response to traditional antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) in most cases has challenged clinicians to use new agents. This article evaluates the efficacy and safety ...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Farrokh S,Bon J,Erdman M,Tesoro E

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Information on amphotericin B use patterns and infusion-related adverse events were prospectively collected from 397 hospitalized adults. The methods of initiating amphotericin B varied greatly, with the majority of patients being gradually titrated to a full maintenance dose over 1-5 days. Overall, 71% of patients ex...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Grasela TH Jr,Goodwin SD,Walawander MK,Cramer RL,Fuhs DW,Moriarty VP

更新日期：1990-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The accuracy of 2- and 8- hour urine collections for estimating creatinine clearance was compared with that of the standard 24-hour procedure in 45 hospitalized elderly patients (age > or = 65 yrs) with indwelling urethral catheters. Urine was collected at blocked intervals from 0-2, 2-8, and 8-24 hours and then added...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： O'Connell MB,Wong MO,Bannick-Mohrland SD,Dwinell AM

更新日期：1993-03-01 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：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To review quantitatively and qualitatively the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Adverse Event Reporting System (AERS) database to provide clinicians with a general understanding of the comparative occurrence of clinically meaningful adverse events associated with 15 antimicrobial new molecular en...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Khadem TM,van Manen RP,Brown J

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：STUDY OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the clinical course and long-term impact of high-dose acyclovir (HD-A, 800 mg 4 times/day) cytomegalovirus (CMV) prophylaxis failure in a CMV-seropositive abdominal solid organ transplant population. DESIGN:Retrospective cohort study. SETTING:Tertiary academic medical center. PATIENTS:A t...

journal_title：Pharmacotherapy

authors： Siodlak M,Jorgenson MR,Descourouez JL,Leverson GE,Mandelbrot DA,Smith JA,Redfield RR

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00