Search results for "Lung cancer"
Medicare cuts raised chemotherapy treatments, changed drug choices
MKSAP Quiz: Daily, nonproductive cough without hemoptysis
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/06/22/2.htm
22 Jun 2010
Hormone therapy associated with increased invasive breast cancer
Hormone therapy associated with increased invasive breast cancerGuidelines updated for patient selection for cardiac computed tomography
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/26/1.htm
26 Oct 2010
Extended-release metformin recalled due to impurity
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/07/extended-release-metformin-recalled-due-to-impurity.htm
1 Jul 2020
Prescribing for opioid addiction meds, CNS suppressants
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/11/prescribing-for-opioid-addiction-meds-cns-suppressants.htm
1 Nov 2017
Warnings on testosterone, new antibiotic approved
This update covers a label change on testosterone products clarifying that they are approved only for men who have low testosterone levels, as well as the approval of ceftazidime-avibactam (Avycaz) to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2015/05/fda.htm
1 May 2015
Systemic problems common with rheumatoid arthritis
A look at rheumatoid arthritis finds that its risks aren't always recognized for the constellation of effects it can lead to.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2010/07/editors.htm
1 Jul 2010
New warnings on acetaminophen, ketoconazole
This regulatory update covers a rare but serious skin reaction for acetaminophen, as well as new limits on ketoconazole due to risks of liver injury.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2013/10/fda.htm
1 Oct 2013
ACE inhibitors associated with higher lung cancer risk compared to ARBs in observational study
An editorial cautioned clinicians and patients to balance these observed findings against the potential benefits of antihypertensive drugs while more research is done.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2018/10/30/2.htm
30 Oct 2018
Make path to health one of least resistance
Behavioral economics explains why patients sacrifice their long-term health for short term rewards, and suggests ways that internists can easily convince them to change.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2008/05/one.htm
1 May 2008
Warning about hand sanitizer; labeling changes for opioids
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/09/warning-about-hand-sanitizer-labeling-changes-for-opioids.htm
1 Sep 2020