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Inhaled Steroids Could Be New Option For Treating Mild Asthma (p 1071)
Results of a large international study in this week's issue of THE LANCET provide strong evidence that inhaled steroids could substantially reduce illness associated with mild asthma. Previous research has not established whether steroids could be effective in controlling mild asthma, mainly because people with moderate disease symptoms were... view more... (2003-03-26)
Antidepressant and placebo are equally effective in child pain relief
When used "off-label," the antidepressant amitriptyline works just as well as placebo in treating pain-predominant gastrointestinal disorders in children, according to a new study in Gastroenterology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute. view more (2009-10-01)
Genes determine whether sugar pills work
It is a well-known fact in drug trials that individuals can respond just as well to placebos, sugar pills, as to the active drug. view more (2008-12-04)
First multinational study of Tocilizumab reports in
Nearly half (43.9%) of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients receiving tocilizumab 8mg/kg, in addition to ongoing methotrexate therapy experienced a 50% (ACR50) improvement in symptoms at 24 weeks and more than one fifth achieved a 70% symptom improvement. view more (2007-06-18)
Stanford study finds no conclusive benefit from treating kleptomania
A small clinical trial of a medication to treat kleptomania has failed to find any conclusive benefit for patients with the impulsive stealing disorder, according to researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine. view more (2007-03-14)
Investigational study of ustekinumab in the treatment of psoriatic arthritis published
A group of patients suffering from potentially debilitating psoriatic arthritis showed significant and prolonged improvement after treatment with ustekinumab, according to data from a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in patients with moderate to severe psoriatic arthritis (PsA). view more (2009-02-12)
H Pylori Eradication Reduces Risk Of Peptic Ulcers For Patients Taking Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Screening and treatment for infection caused by the gastrointestinal bacterium Helicobacter pylori could substantially reduce the risk of ulcers for patients starting long-term non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) treatment, conclude authors of a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET. A meta-analysis also published in this week's issue... view more... (2002-01-02)
Iron supplements may relieve unexplained tiredness in young women
Unexplained tiredness is common in young women. In this week's BMJ, researchers find that non-anaemic women with fatigue may benefit from taking an iron supplement. The study took place in Switzerland and involved 136 women aged 18 to 55 who consulted a doctor with fatigue, but who were not anaemic. They were divided into two groups; one group... view more... (2003-05-22)
Early Promise Of New Treatment To Reduce Infection Associated With Chemotherapy (P 275)
Authors of a fast-track study in this week's issue of THE LANCET propose an alternative to antibiotics to treat infection associated with the use of chemotherapy for patients with blood cancer. The toxic effects of chemotherapy cause organisms in the gut to migrate to the bloodstream, frequently resulting in bacterial infection. Michael Ellis and... view more... (2003-01-23)
Low dose aspirin does not protect women against cognitive decline
Taking low dose aspirin does not protect older women against cognitive decline, finds a large study published on bmj.com today. view more (2007-04-27)
Does gingko biloba affect memory?
Taking the supplement ginkgo biloba had no clear-cut benefit on the risk of developing memory problems. view more (2008-02-28)
Study finds doxycycline effective against filariasis in Southeast Asia
Doxycycline alone is more effective against the most common form of filariasis in Southeast Asia than the standard treatment, with significantly fewer side effects, according to a new study published in the May 1 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases and currently available online. view more (2008-04-10)
New Approach For Reducing Bleeding After Surgery
Encouraging findings from a study in this week's issue of THE LANCET suggest that factor VII-an agent involved in blood clotting-could be effective in reducing excessive blood loss during abdominal surgery. Factor VII has been shown to promote blood clotting in patients with haemophilia. Marcel Levi from Academic Medical Centre,... view more... (2003-01-16)
Aspirin does not prevent heart attacks in patients with diabetes
Taking regular aspirin and antioxidant supplements does not prevent heart attacks even in high risk groups with diabetes and asymptomatic arterial disease, and aspirin should only be given to patients with established heart disease, stroke or limb arterial disease. view more (2008-10-17)
Curing the common cold?
Folk and herbal remedies are often used in the hope that they will prevent the common cold or reduce the severity and duration of symptoms. view more (2005-10-25)
Combination treatment for migraine more effective than single medications
Combining two different types of treatment for migraine results in better symptom relief than taking either one of the medications, according to a study in the April 4 issue of JAMA. view more (2007-04-04)
Nutrition expert evaluates new weight-loss medication
A 60 mg low-dose version of the prescription weight-loss medication orlistat (marketed by GlaxoSmithKline as Xenical® 120 mg) was found to be safe, effective and tolerable in overweight individuals. view more (2005-10-18)
Use of anti-depressant does not decrease risk of relapse for patients with anorexia nervosa
Use of the anti-depressant fluoxetine did not help patients with anorexia nervosa who had restored their body weight maintain that weight or reduce their risk of relapse, according to a study in the June 14 issue of JAMA. view more (2006-06-14)
Natural plant oil does not improve eczema
Borage oil (sold as starflower oil in chemists and health food shops) does not improve symptoms of eczema, despite some studies suggesting a dose related benefit, finds a study in this week's BMJ. Purified borage oil contains a minimum of 23% gamma linolenic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid that is needed for normal skin function. Evening... view more... (2003-12-10)
Some common treatments for sinus infections may not be effective
A comparison of common treatments for acute sinusitis that included an antibiotic and a topical steroid found neither more effective than placebo, according to a study in the December 5 issue of JAMA. view more (2007-12-05)
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