Pharmacology Watch – June 1, 2017
June 1, 2017
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PCSK9 Drug Improves Heart Outcomes
Although evolocumab and alirocumab lowered low-density lipoprotein better than statins, evidence of cardiovascular benefit had been lacking — until now.
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Association of Autism with Antidepressant Use During Pregnancy
Two new studies suggest that maternal use of antidepressants during pregnancy is not associated with autism.
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Testing the Effects of Statins on Muscles
How common are statin-related muscle symptoms?
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FDA Actions
In this section: The agency approves new treatment for postmenopausal osteoporosis, greenlights generic treatment for hypercholesterolemia, give approval to a second biosimilar to infliximab, restricts the use of codeine and tramadol in children, and allows valbenazine to treat tardive dyskinesia.