Guanfacine to control ADHD in children and adolescents
This article discusses the indications, monitoring requirements and clinical trial results. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - August 1, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Steve Chaplin Tags: New Products Source Type: research
Topical antibacterial and antiviral agents: prescribing and resistance
This article describes the current prescribing patterns for topical antibacterial and antiviral preparations in primary care and the factors to consider when choosing a treatment, including the evidence for antimicrobial resistance. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - August 1, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Steve Chaplin Tags: Therapy Focus Source Type: research
Immune checkpoint inhibitors: a new class of anticancer drug
Over the past five years, three anticancer drugs (ipilimumab, pembrolizumab and nivolumab) belonging to a new class known as immune checkpoint inhibitors have become available, which are already having an impact on survival in patients with metastatic melanoma and offering promise in the treatment of other malignancies. However, close monitoring for immune‐related adverse events, which can occasionally be severe or fatal, is an important component of treatment. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - August 1, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Pippa Corrie Tags: Therapy Management Source Type: research
Management of female ‐pattern hair loss
This article discusses the causes, characteristics and management of hair loss in women. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - August 1, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Rebecca Mann Tags: Review Source Type: research
Brexit triggers uncertainty over future of research in UK
The vote in June to leave the EU could have serious implications for the NHS, clinical trials and the research and development of new pharmaceuticals in the UK. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - August 1, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Roberta Ellison Tags: News Feature Source Type: research
Pitfalls of prescribing suitably for athletes
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Source: Prescriber - July 31, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Rupert Payne Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Brexit: trial and error
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Source: Prescriber - June 30, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Rob Munro Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
New from Nice
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Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Tags: New from Nice Source Type: research
Research consortium offers new hope for Parkinson's disease
Until recently, research progress in the field of Parkinson's disease has been slow compared with other therapeutic areas. However, a new consortium of pharmaceutical companies, academic researchers and charities – the Critical Path for Parkinson's Consortium – is helping to accelerate the development of new treatments to slow disease progression. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Danny Buckland Tags: Research Source Type: research
CQC and BMA set out their positions on GP inspections
This article presents the arguments from both camps. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Joy Ogden Tags: Report Source Type: research
Modern management of juvenile idiopathic arthritis
This article discusses the recommended treatment options, including both traditional therapies and the newer biological agents. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Rebecca A James, Lucy R Wedderburn Tags: Prescribing in Children Source Type: research
Role of albiglutide in the treatment of type 2 diabetes
This article discusses its indications, efficacy and adverse effects. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Steve Chaplin Tags: New Products Source Type: research
Assessment and treatment of uterine fibroids
This article discusses their assessment, the treatment options available and the impact on reproductive health. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Sangeeta Agnihotri Tags: Review Source Type: research
The expanding role of nurse prescribers
This article discusses the scope and limitations of nurses' prescribing role now and in the future. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Angela Dowden Tags: Analysis Source Type: research
Offering advice on immunisations to UK patients travelling abroad
This article provides some helpful pointers on this complex area. (Source: Prescriber)
Source: Prescriber - June 22, 2016 Category: Primary Care Authors: Joy Ogden Tags: Report Source Type: research
