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Researchers restore antibiotic effect in the event of resistance

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Bacterial resistance negates the effect of antibiotics in the treatment of infection.

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Study shows anti-clotting drug reduced bleeding events in patients with atrial fibrillation

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

The trial was stopped early by the recommendation of the Data Monitoring Committee due to an overwhelming reduction in bleeding compared to standard-of-care treatment.

Drugs 290
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Evaluating the potential for psilocybin as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder [Minireview]

ASPET

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating psychiatric condition that develops following exposure to a traumatic event. In most patients, currently available pharmacological and psychological treatments are insufficient to alleviate the array of symptoms associated with the disorder.

Treatment 189
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Rare Disease Day 2025: Rally for Rare Event Recap

Conversations in Drug Development Trends

The day inspires multiple events, such as fundraisers and scientific symposia, to bring together all the critical stakeholders who tirelessly work to make life better for those affected by rare diseases. In an incredible feat of collaboration, they were able to rapidly put together a new event called Rally for Rare.

Disease 69
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The future of mental health treatment: Zelquistinel’s role

Drug Target Review

Neuropsychiatric treatment is on the verge of a major transformation. Historically, treatment options have been limited, with patients relying on daily medications that have minimal efficacy and troublesome side effects. “We call this phenomenon ‘event-driven pharmacology.”

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Automated red blood cell exchange: bridging treatment gaps in sickle cell disease care

Drug Target Review

Dr Aaron Haubner, Senior Manager of North America Medical Affairs and Market Access at Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies , reveals that while promising new treatments emerge, urgent partnerships are needed to ensure this essential blood therapy reaches the patients who need it most. There was a predicted 21.5

Disease 52
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New research improves the safety and effectiveness of ADC cancer treatments

Drug Target Review

While these therapies hold great promise for improving cancer treatment outcomes, their development presents significant challenges, especially in achieving the optimal balance between efficacy and safety. Properly managing these toxicities is crucial to enhancing the safety and therapeutic effectiveness of ADC treatments.