The FDA has approved revisions to the safety labeling for albendazole tablets (Albenza), valsartan plus hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) tablets (Diovan HCT), and bevacizumab intravenous infusion (Avastin). Medscape Medical News
This final program in the series focuses on managing a rheumatoid factor-negative patient with poor response to methotrexate as well managing RA in a patient who has undergone a surgical procedure. Medscape Rheumatology
The FDA has reported cases where doctors have incorrectly prescribed fentanyl patch painkillers for headaches or post-surgical pain with potentially fatal results.
A survey shows that discussion of breast reconstruction aids in an informed surgical treatment decision-making process and increases the chances that women will choose mastectomy for breast cancer. Medscape Medical News
A meta-analysis of studies of the various agents available to reduce risk of osteoporotic fractures shows that while many are effective, no single agent has a clear superiority in fracture prevention. Reuters Health Information
Roundworms may infect close to a quarter of inner city black children, tapeworms are the leading cause of seizures among U.S. Hispanics, and other parasitic diseases associated with poor countries are also affecting Americans, a U.S. expert said on Tuesday. Reuters Health Information
Rheumatoid arthritis patients who fail anti-TNF therapy can experience worsening of the disease. Assessment of and treatment strategies for inadequate response to improve patient outcomes are reviewed. Medscape Rheumatology
