Key Data in Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma From EHA 2023 Key Data in Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma From EHA 2023
Key data in non-Hodgkin lymphoma from EHA 2023 include evidence for omitting radiotherapy, findings of no benefit of IV over IT methotrexate in CNS prophylaxis, and two positive CAR T-cell studies.Medscape (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - July 3, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: None ReCAP Source Type: news
Dexamethasone Best for Persistent, Recurrent Uveitic Macular Edema
THURSDAY, June 22, 2023 -- For patients with minimally active or inactive uveitis and persistent or recurrent uveitic macular edema (ME), dexamethasone is significantly better for treatment than methotrexate or ranibizumab, according to a study... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - June 22, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Doses of Leucovorin in Severe Low-Dose MTX Toxicity Doses of Leucovorin in Severe Low-Dose MTX Toxicity
Leucovorin is used in the treatment of patients who develop methotrexate toxicity -- but what is the optimal dose?Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - June 21, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology Journal Article Source Type: news
Methotrexate Does Not Impair Sperm Quality Methotrexate Does Not Impair Sperm Quality
The findings provide reassurance that men can start methotrexate therapy while actively pursuing parenthood.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - June 17, 2023 Category: Dermatology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news
H pylori in RA Patients Who Stopped MTX for GI Intolerance H pylori in RA Patients Who Stopped MTX for GI Intolerance
Some rheumatoid arthritis patients need to discontinue methotrexate treatment due to gastrointestinal intolerance. Could H pylori infection be the cause of these adverse effects?Journal of Clinical Rheumatology (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - June 14, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Rheumatology Journal Article Source Type: news
Steroid Implants Best for Improving Vision in Uveitis ME Steroid Implants Best for Improving Vision in Uveitis ME
The MERIT trial of intravitreal dexamethasone, ranibizumab, or methotrexate for persistent or recurrent macular edema after uveitis treatment found that only dexamethasone improved vision.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - June 13, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news
Drug Shortages in Focus: How FDA's Quest for New Methotrexate Suppliers Affects the Cancer Treatment Landscape
The FDA is actively seeking new suppliers to address the shortages of methotrexate, a widely used cancer drug in short supply since March. Methotrexate is an injected medication utilized to treat various cancers and autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, as stated by the National Cancer…#fda #garypeters #debbiestabenow #intaspharmaceuticals #accordhealthcare #freseniuskabi #pfizerincpfe #hkmpf #cisplatin #qilupharmaceutical (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - June 12, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
ILD Risk Elevated in RA, PsA After Starting DMARDs ILD Risk Elevated in RA, PsA After Starting DMARDs
The risk for interstitial lung disease in patients with PsA during the first 5 years was five times higher than for the general population, and the risk was not modified by methotrexate use.MDedge News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - June 2, 2023 Category: Dermatology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news
GP data could reduce blood tests for methotrexate patients
Evidence from routinely collected patient data can be used to accurately predict who may experience side effects from methotrexate, the most commonly used immune-suppressing medicine in the UK, researchers have suggested. Using information that can be readily drawn from electronic health records and during routine consultations, the new findings could allow clinicians to decide how... Read moreThe post GP data could reduce blood tests for methotrexate patients appeared first on Nursing in Practice. (Source: Nursing in Practice)
Source: Nursing in Practice - June 1, 2023 Category: Nursing Authors: Carolyn Scott Tags: Cancer Clinical Dermatology Source Type: news
Doctor, Pharmacist Face Manslaughter Charges; Guilty Plea in Breast Surgery Death
(MedPage Today) -- A doctor and a pharmacist in Oklahoma City are facing manslaughter charges for allegedly giving an elderly patient a dose of methotrexate that was higher than necessary. The patient was supposed to take 20 mg of the drug every... (Source: MedPage Today Public Health)
Source: MedPage Today Public Health - May 18, 2023 Category: American Health Source Type: news
Supreme Court ’s Dobbs Decision Blocks Non-Pregnant Females From Critical Medication For Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Other Diseases
The Dobbs decision blocks non-pregnant female patients from receiving medications, like methotrexate, used to treat their autoimmune diseases. This could be just the beginning of government overreach for girls, women, and their families. (Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News)
Source: Forbes.com Healthcare News - May 8, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: Ellen Matloff, Contributor Tags: Healthcare /healthcare Innovation /innovation business pharma & standard Source Type: news
Adalimumab + Methotrexate Beneficial for Pediatric Crohn Disease
THURSDAY, April 27, 2023 -- For pediatric Crohn disease (PCD) patients, treatment with methotrexate combined with adalimumab, but not infliximab, is associated with a reduction in treatment failure, according to a study published online March 31 in... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)
Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News - April 27, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Meta-Analysis Probes Cancer Risk Concern for JAK Inhibitors Meta-Analysis Probes Cancer Risk Concern for JAK Inhibitors
Although no increased cancer risk was seen vs methotrexate or placebo, Janus kinase inhibitors were associated with a higher cancer risk than were tumor necrosis factor inhibitors in a meta-analysis.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)
Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines - April 26, 2023 Category: Dermatology Tags: Rheumatology News Source Type: news
Renal Function Safe With Pegloticase-MTX Combo for Gout
(MedPage Today) -- AUSTIN, Texas -- For patients with uncontrolled gout, estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) remained stable with combination pegloticase (Krystexxa) and methotrexate treatment, researchers reported.
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Source: MedPage Today Primary Care - April 14, 2023 Category: Primary Care Source Type: news
Pediatric Crohn's: Adalimumab+Methotrexate Offers Strong Benefit Pediatric Crohn's: Adalimumab+Methotrexate Offers Strong Benefit
A landmark trial suggests adding low-dose methotrexate should be strongly considered in children with Crohn ' s disease who are starting adalimumab.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Pharmacist Headlines)
Source: Medscape Pharmacist Headlines - April 14, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Gastroenterology News Source Type: news
