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Efficacy of Fluoxetine and (R,S) Ketamine in Attenuating Conditioned Fear Behaviors in Male Mice [Behavioral Pharmacology]

ASPET

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is caused by exposure to a traumatic or stressful event. Symptoms related to this disorder include persistent re-experiencing of memories and fear generalization. Current pharmacological treatments for PTSD are insufficient, with fewer than 30% of patients reporting symptom remission. This study aims to determine the efficacy of acute ( R,S) ketamine and chronic fluoxetine (FLX) in reducing fear memory and fear generalization.

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Scientists turn to human skeletons to explore origins of horseback riding

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

A new, wide-ranging exploration of human remains casts doubt on a long-standing theory in archaeology known as the Kurgan hypothesis -- which, among other claims, suggests that humans first domesticated horses as early as the fourth millennium B.C.

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Contrasting the Reinforcing Effects of the Novel Dopamine Transport Inhibitors JJC8-088 and JJC8-091 in Monkeys: Potential Translation to Medication Assisted Treatment [Behavioral Pharmacology]

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Despite considerable efforts, there remains no FDA-approved medications for cocaine use disorder (CUD). One strategy to mitigate cocaine craving and relapse is to elevate dopamine (DA). The DA transport inhibitor and releaser d -amphetamine has been shown to decrease cocaine self-administration (SA), although it has abuse liability. Recently, several modafinil analogues reduced cocaine SA in rats and monkeys, including JJC8-088, characterized as "cocaine like" in rats, and JJC8-091, characterize

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Apellis eye drug again turned back in Europe

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

The decision against Syfovre’s approval follows efforts by Apellis to have reviewers reevaluate clinical evidence multiple times and, according to an analyst, will lead to a restructuring of the company’s operations in Europe.

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How Machine Learning Drives Clinical Trial Efficiency

Clinical trial data management is increasingly challenging as studies grow in complexity. Quickly accessing and analyzing study data is vital for assessing trial progress and patient safety. In this paper, we explore real-time data access and analysis for proactive study management. We investigate using adverse event (AE) data to monitor safety and discuss a clinical analytics platform that supports collaboration and data review workflows.

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FDA Approves First Flu Vaccine You Give Yourself at Home

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- The days of waiting for a flu shot at your doctor's office or local pharmacy may be over: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday approved FluMist nasal spray as the first influenza vaccine that can be.

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Novo sinks on obesity drug results; Sanofi reveals anticipated MS data

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

A pill Novo acquired produced modest weight loss but raised safety questions. Elsewhere, Sanofi detailed the silver lining it found in a recent study and a heart drug developer’s shares surged.

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Initial in vivo validation of novel cancer therapeutics using AI

Drug Target Review

What were the specific results and observations from the 28-day mouse trial conducted by Oxford Drug Design? The trial was a standard mouse xenograft against MCF7 breast cancer cells inserted into the fat pad. There were six mice per arm with the vehicle control and the positive control being the potent immunosuppressor agent rapamycin. We tested the current lead compound in our program and the results demonstrated clear efficacy with significant tumour regression.

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U.S. Whooping Cough Cases Rising, Especially in Teens, CDC Says

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Whooping cough cases are climbing at the fastest pace in years as students across America return to school, U.S. health officials reported Thursday.In figures published by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and.

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How to Navigate Researching Targeted Therapies in Pediatric Oncology Clinical Trials

Fierce BioTech

Although childhood cancer is rare, it is the leading cause of disease related death in children.1 2 The diagnosis of cancer in children may be delayed due to the non-specific nature of t | Navigate current legislation and FDA guidance for pediatric oncology clinical trials with expert guidance from WCG.

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Are Antidepressants Being Overused to Treat Seniors' Pain?

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Doctors sometimes turn to antidepressants as a means of easing older people's physical pain, but a new expert review finds there's little evidence to support the practice.Antidepressants may even come with hazards for.

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Deliver Fast, Flexible Clinical Trial Insights with Spotfire

Clinical research has entered a new era, one that requires real-time analytics and visualization to allow trial leaders to work collaboratively and to develop, at the click of a mouse, deep insights that enable proactive study management. Learn how Revvity Signals helps drug developers deliver clinical trial data insights in real-time using a fast and flexible data and analytics platform to empower data-driven decision-making.

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Features: The Middleman in Requirements

Perficient: Drug Development

One of the biggest challenges product development teams face is bridging the gap between high-level product goals and the specific tasks needed to achieve them. How do you ensure that the broader vision is effectively translated into actionable steps? This is where features come into play. What is a Feature? A feature is a logical functionality or a grouping mechanism that is used in between the high-level epics and tactical user stories.

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FDA Says Drug Makers Will Stop Producing Fentanyl 'Lollipops'

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Controversial fentanyl lollipops and similar products will no longer be made by drug makers, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced.Known as TIRF medications, these products contain fentanyl and are used to.

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Simplifying ePRO Data Collection: The Benefits of BYOD with TrialKit

Crucial Data Solutions

The Challenge of Device Provisioning in Clinical Trials In clinical trials, gathering timely and accurate data from patients is essential. The post Simplifying ePRO Data Collection: The Benefits of BYOD with TrialKit appeared first on Crucial Data Solutions.

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Caring for Horses Could Help Veterans Battling PTSD

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- A cavalry of sorts can come to the rescue of combat veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a new study says.Combat veterans who regularly care for horses experience an easing of their PTSD symptoms.

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Clinical Data Like You´ve Never Seen It Before: Why Spotfire Is the Leading Tool for Clinical Analytics

Clinical development organizations face a wide array of challenges when it comes to data, many of which can impact the operational effectiveness of their clinical trials. In this whitepaper, experts from Revvity Signals explore how solutions like TIBCO® Spotfire® enable better, more streamlined studies. The whitepaper also features a success story from Ambrx, a leading biopharmaceutical company, detailing how it has leveraged Spotfire to tackle data quality and collaboration challenges in clinic

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Inside Project Optimus - FDA’s Initiative to Optimise Oncology Treatments

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As oncology treatments advance, optimising dose selection has become a key focus for improving patient outcomes. The FDA’s Project Optimus aims to address this need by reshaping traditional dose-finding methods, prioritising both efficacy and long-term tolerability. In this article, we discuss the objectives and implications of Project Optimus, exploring its potential to transform oncology clinical trials and enhance cancer treatment strategies.

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Parents, Know the Nursery Products Most Linked to Infant Deaths

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Each year, an average of 174 U.S. kids under the age of 5 lose their lives over causes linked to nursery products.Many of these tragedies could be prevented, and the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on Thursday.

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Accelerating Timelines to Clinic with GPEx® Lightning

Fierce BioTech

Accelerating Timelines to Clinic with GPEx® Lightning Catalent Biologics revolutionary GPEx® Lightning system overcomes the toughest manufacturing challenges by finely tuning multi-chain gene expression resulting in optimal titer & protein quality. Experience faster development, robust processes, superior protein quality, & higher yields. jpiatt Fri, 09/20/2024 - 09:33 Accelerating Timelines to Clinic with GPEx® Lightning Catalent Resource Type Whitepaper 250x190 (4).

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Yoga, Other Exercise Can Curb Urinary Incontinence in Women

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Millions of women struggle with the discomfort and stress of urinary incontinence, and many turn to medications for help.Now, new research suggests that yoga and other exercise regimens might work just as well to control.

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Best Practices for Successfully Transitioning a Patient Services Hub

Drug Channels

Today’s guest post comes from Josh Marsh, Vice President and General Manager, Sonexus™ Access and Patient Support at Cardinal Health Josh discusses challenges manufacturers may face when outsourcing patient support programs. He outlines a process that smoothly transitions hubs and minimizes disruptions for patients and healthcare providers. To learn more, download the 3-step guide to patient hub transitions.

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Arthritis Can Flare Up in Colder Weather: Tips to Easing the Pan

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- An arthritis sufferer’s joints start to get ornery when the weather turns colder, getting stiff and achy as the mercury drops.Cold weather doesn’t cause arthritis, but it can make it worse, experts say."Our joints operate b.

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Monochromator vs. Spectrometer | BMG LABTECH

BMG Labtech

The fundamental observation that almost all molecules in nature absorb and emit light at different wavelengths has driven developments in spectroscopy and fueled discoveries across scientific disciplines. 1 Today researchers have access to technologies and instruments that use different forms of light to generate precise measurements of how much of a particular substance is present in a solution.

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Endurance Exercise Can Get Rid of Body Fat, Even Without Weight Loss

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Heavy-duty endurance exercise can cause body fat levels to drop without any accompanying weight loss, a new small-scale study indicates.A group of eleven middle-aged men who cycled 710 miles in seven days lost only about.

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FTC sues major pharmacy benefit managers over insulin prices

BioPharma Drive: Drug Pricing

The agency brought action against Caremark, Express Scripts and Optum Rx on Friday, and warned that all drug manufacturers “should be on notice” as well.

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Fussy Eater? It Might Be in Your Kid's Genes

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Pulling your hair out in frustration with your finicky youngster?Don’t blame your parenting style -- genetics likely played a huge role in their eating habits, a new twins study FINDs.Fussy eating is mainly influenced by g.

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Keeping Emergency Responders Safe: NIOSH Efforts Since 9/11

NIOSH Science Blog: Drugs

On September 11, 2001, nearly 3,000 people lost their lives and thousands were injured during the events that occurred at the World Trade Center (WTC) in New York City, New York, the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and the plane crash in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. It’s estimated that more than 400,000 people were exposed to harmful contaminants, risks of traumatic injury, and physically and emotionally stressful conditions in the following days, weeks, months, and years.[1] These included emerg

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Dad's Epilepsy Med, Valproate, Use Won't Harm His Kids: Study

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Would-be dads don’t have to worry that taking the epilepsy drug valproate will result in children with birth defects, a new review concludes. Valproate, an anti-seizure drug, is known to cause birth defects and.

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Dad's Epilepsy Med Use Won't Harm His Kids: Study

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Would-be dads don’t have to worry that taking the epilepsy drug valproate will result in children with birth defects, a new review concludes.Valproate, an anti-seizure drug, is known to cause birth defects and d.

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Stroke Rates Rising in Adults and Kids With Sickle Cell Disease

Drugs.com

FRIDAY, Sept. 20, 2024 -- Stroke rates continue to rise among adults and children living with sickle cell disease, despite new standards of care meant to lower their risk, a new study finds.People with sickle cell are vulnerable to strokes caused.

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