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Milena Murray
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A Closer Look at Integrase Inhibitors, Managing Cognitive Function in Older Adults With HIV
07/14/2023
Milena Murray, PharmD, MS
Did you get the chance to view our Multidisciplinary Roundtable on some hot topics in treating patients with HIV? Here are some highlights that you may have missed. 
07/14/2023
Research summary
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Research summary
Efficacy, Safety of Low-Dose Combination Triple, Quadruple Treatment for Hypertension
06/20/2023
Jessica Ganga
Using a systematic review, researchers evaluated the use of low-dose combination triple and quadruple antihypertensives to manage hypertension in patients.
06/20/2023
FDA Alert
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FDA Alert
First Treatment for Pediatric Functional Constipation Approved by FDA
06/15/2023
Jessica Ganga
The FDA approved the first treatment for pediatric patients who experience functional constipation
06/15/2023
COVID-19 Roundup
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COVID-19 Roundup
Combination Treatment Effective in Managing COVID-19, Incident Diabetes Associated With Infection, and More
06/09/2023
Jessica Ganga
This COVID-19 roundup includes coverage of the combination of amubarvimab and romlusevimab to manage COVID-19 infection, the association between COVID-19 and incident diabetes, and the effectiveness of...
06/09/2023
FDA Alert
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FDA Alert
First Oral Treatment to Prevent Recurring Clostridioides difficile Infection Approved
06/01/2023
Jessica Ganga
The FDA has approved the first orally administered treatment for the gut infection—clostridioides difficile.
06/01/2023
FDA Alert
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FDA Alert
FDA Approves First Prescription Nasal Spray to Reverse Opioid Overdose
05/27/2023
Jessica Ganga
The FDA’s approval of nalmefene hydrochloride nasal spray marks the first of its kind for health care and community use.
05/27/2023
FDA alert
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FDA alert
First Oral Treatment Approved to Treat Moderate, Severe Crohn Disease
05/25/2023
Jessica Ganga
After clinical trials to assess the safety, efficacy, and maintenance use, the FDA has approved the first oral treatment for moderately to severely active Crohn disease.
05/25/2023
Research Summary
Research Summary
Treatment of Psoriatic Arthritis in Pregnant Women Increases Risks
04/28/2023
Jessica Ganga
The researchers evaluated the impact of antirheumatic treatment in women who are pregnant with psoriatic arthritis and how such treatment affects pregnancy outcomes.
04/28/2023
Conference Coverage
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Conference Coverage
Low-Dose Gemcitabine Beneficial Treatment for Platinum-Resistant Ovarian Cancer
04/21/2023
Jessica Ganga
Researchers evaluated the response rate of gemcitabine in patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer given at a low dosage. Their research was presented at the Hematology/Oncology Pharmacy...
04/21/2023
FDA ALERT
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FDA ALERT
FDA Approves First Treatment for Rare, Degenerative Disease
04/18/2023
Jessica Ganga
The FDA has approved a treatment for Friedreich ataxia after the results of randomized, placebo-controlled study indicate a strong effectiveness in treatment.
04/18/2023