Drug helps fat monkeys lose weight — could people be next?

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

A simple medication that leads to weight loss with no dieting or exercise could be a big step toward every dieter's dream. Find more info about Drug helps fat monkeys lose weight -- could people be next? photos videos pictures. read more

Drug helps ‘couch potato’ monkeys lose weight

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

A simple medication that leads to weight loss with no dieting or exercise could be a big step toward every dieter's dream. The study is only in monkeys, but tests in people could begin shortly. Find more info about Drug helps 'couch potato' monkeys lose weight photos videos pictures. read more

Juvenile Arthritis – Factors Linked To Better Medication Response

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

According to JAMA, one third of patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) starting receiving etanercept treatment demonstrated excellent responses. Etanercept, approved 10 years ago by the U.S. FDA and European Agency for the treatment of JIA, is linked to younger age at the onset of JIA, low measures of disability ...

Acetaminophen linked to asthma, report says

Monday, November 7th, 2011

Acetaminophen may worsen asthma symptoms in both adults and children, a provocative new report suggests. The report, published in the journal Pediatrics on Monday, reviewed recent studies on the medication. Find more info about Acetaminophen linked to asthma, report says photos videos pictures. read more

Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) Approved By FDA For Non-Valvular Atrial Fibrillation Patients

Friday, November 4th, 2011

Xarelto (rivaroxaban), an anti-clotting medication, has been approved by the FDA for patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation to reduce stroke risk. Xarelto, a Factor Xa inhibitor, acts at a crucial point in the blood-clotting process and stops the formation of blood clots. Its principal advantage over other anti-clotting medications (anticoagulants) ...