Rivaroxaban has more indications
The FDA has increased the indications for rivaroxaban. Patients with stents who receive oral
anticoagulants do not need aspirin. Low-dose aspiring has shown some ability to reduce venous
thromboembolism. (Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News)
Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News - January 11, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
FDA approves oral disease-modifying drug for multiple sclerosis
The FDA recently approved teriflunomide for the treatment of patients with relapsing forms of multiple
sclerosis. (Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News)
Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News - January 11, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
Smoking cessation aid may increase risk of cardiovascular events
According to a recent FDA safety announcement, varenicline may pose an increased risk of
cardiovascular events. (Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News)
Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News - January 11, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
Heparin container labels must clearly state the total strength, according to FDA
The FDA has recently reported that heparin labels must clearly state total drug
strength. (Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News)
Source: Drug Topics - Clinical News - January 11, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
