Tag: Prescription Drugs
Pioglitazone Associated With Lower Blood Leptin in Diabetes
In T2DM, leptin levels are lower with pioglitazone than placebo but not oral antidiabetic drugs
Interruption of Apixaban Doesn’t Impact Bleeding in A-Fib
Similarly low rate of thromboembolic events with uninterrupted, minimally interrupted apixaban
Varenicline Linked to Reduction in Heavy Drinking in Men
Also associated with smoking abstinence in overall sample of participants
Levonorgestrel IUD Feasible for Low-Risk, Early Uterine Cancer
Majority of women responded well and returned to normal histology in six months
Drug Combo Proves Effective for Pattern Hair Loss in Women
Once-daily minoxidil, spironolactone combo appears safe and effective
DPP-4 Inhibitor Has Dissociated Effects on β-Cell Function
Single dose of sitagliptin linked to increases in standardized insulin secretion, active GIP, GLP-1
Switching Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Beneficial After ACS
Greatest benefit seen in patients with low on-treatment platelet reactivity
Cisatracurium Ups Some ARDS Outcomes Versus Vecuronium
No difference in mortality or hospital days but fewer ventilator and intensive care unit days
Pre-Op Liraglutide Cuts Post-Op Plasma Glucose in T2DM
Preoperative administration of liraglutide linked to lower post-op glucose, increase in pre-op nausea
Pharmacist Participation in Medical Homes Aids Outcomes
Findings based on disease management goals for diabetes, blood pressure control
