A recently published report describes two patient cases involving clopidogrel-induced acute migratory polyarthritis and highlights the importance of timely intervention for this condition.
The FDA has granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to inebilizumab (Viela Bio), an investigational monotherapy for neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder.
Fifty-three medical professionals, including 31 doctors, are among the 60 people charged by U.S. authorities for their alleged involvement in the illegal prescribing and distribution of opioid painkillers.
The 555 confirmed cases of measles reported in 20 states between Jan. 1 and April 11 this year represent the second highest number of measles cases reported in the United States since measles was eliminated in the nation in 2000.
Investigators examined quality of outpatient care with internal medicine resident physicians vs attending physicians in US Department of Veterans Affairs primary care clinics.
In an effort to better alert the public of unlawful ingredients in dietary supplements, the FDA has created the Dietary Supplement Ingredient Advisory List, a new reference tool for consumers and manufacturers.
A recently published report describes the case of a patient who developed non-ischemic cardiomyopathy following initiation of gabapentin therapy for pain management.
This was the first study to demonstrate the safety of peanut oral immunotherapy among preschool-aged children when administered as routine therapy in a hospital or clinic instead of a clinical trial setting.
The ACP’s guidance statement does not apply to women with prior abnormal screening results or to women with a history of breast cancer or increased risk factors.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Orphan Drug designation to pamrevlumab (FibroGen), for the treatment of patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).
Gelesis announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared Plenity (Gelesis100) to aid in weight management for overweight and obese adults, in conjunction with diet and exercise.
According to the results of a systematic review, there is a lack of evidence supporting the potential health benefits of kombucha, a fermented tea beverage, in humans.
Investigators assessed country, regional, and global incidence of serologically confirmed HIV, anti-hepatitis C virus, and hepatitis B virus prevalence according to gender in people who inject drugs.
The final rule states that certain active ingredients are not allowed to be used in OTC hand sanitizers, which are meant for use without water and soap.
