Search results for "Antivirals"
Warnings about topical antiseptics, nuclear stress test agents
This regulatory update covers label and packaging changes to over-the-counter topical antiseptic products due to infection risk and approval of the first generic versions of rabeprazole sodium for gastroesophageal reflux disease.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/02/fda.htm
1 Feb 2014
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
Start ART in all HIV-infected adults, expert panel says
All adults with HIV should receive antiretroviral therapy (ART) regardless of CD4 cell count, according to the 2012 International Antiviral Society-USA panel recommendations.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/07/24/1.htm
24 Jul 2012
Systematic reviews look at diagnosis, treatment of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
Counseling and graded exercise therapy may benefit some patients who meet chronic fatigue syndrome case definitions.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/06/16/2.htm
16 Jun 2015
Bariatric surgery device linked to deaths
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2017/10/bariatric-surgery-device-linked-to-deaths.htm
1 Oct 2017
New recommendations on diagnosis and treatment of Bell's palsy
Recommendations on diagnosing and treating Bell's palsy were recently provided by a new clinical practice guideline from the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/11/12/6.htm
12 Nov 2013
New report proposes solutions to drug shortages
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/01/new-report-proposes-solutions-to-drug-shortages.htm
1 Jan 2020
New hepatitis C treatments cost-effective, may exceed insurers' willingness to pay
New therapies for hepatitis C are cost-effective for some patients, according to a study, but high costs may become a barrier to use.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/03/31/5.htm
31 Mar 2015
New drugs approved for hypertension, lupus and COPD
Recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2011/05/fda.htm
1 May 2011
What's new in ACP Hospitalist
What's new in ACP Hospitalist and other College publications, including the cover feature on spontaneous awakening trials, coverage of medication discrepancies during the transfer between facilities, and a Success Story about how one hospitalist Web site streamlines signouts. Plus, test yourself with questions on sedation and ventilation excerpted from MKSAP 14.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2009/10/highlights.htm
1 Oct 2009