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A Biochemical Investigation of the Prevalence of Hypercalcemia and Thiazide-Related Hypercalcemia in Patients
Available online: 25 March 2025More LessIntroduction and Objective Hypercalcemia allied with thiazide diuretics is a widely acknowledged clinical presentation. Hence, the purpose of this investigation was to ascertain the prevalence of hypercalcemia and hypercalcemia linked to thiazides and to evaluate serum phosphorous, 25-hydroxyvitamin D, and parathyroid hormone (PTH). Methods This prospective, cross-sectional research study involved all patients, includ Read More
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Self-Micro-Emulsifying Drug Delivery Systems: In-Depth Review on Enhancing Solubility and Therapeutic Efficacy of BCS Class II Drugs
Authors: Lipanjali Badhei, Prafulla Nandi, Debashis Mishra and Himansu Bhusan SamalAvailable online: 13 March 2025More LessThe development of self-micro-emulsifying drug delivery system (SMEDDS) has revolutionized pharmaceutical formulation by providing an advanced method of increasing medication bioavailability and therapeutic effectiveness. The systems encapsulate hydrophobic drugs in nanoscale droplets and enable them to be soluble and stable in water via the spontaneous formation of oil in water emulsions when gently agitated Read More
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Certolizumab-Induced Urticarial Vasculitis: A Case Report
Available online: 13 March 2025More LessIntroduction Certolizumab (CZ) is a tumour necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) blocking agent with excellent efficiency in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Urticarial vasculitis (UV) induced by CZ is a rare side effect. Herein, we describe a patient with UV probably induced by CZ therapy. Case report A 33-year-old female with RA was treated with methotrexate and corticosteroids, which resulted in no improvement. The patient was switched to CZ, Read More
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Revealing the Future of Pharmacovigilance in Precision Pharmaceutical Monitoring
Authors: Vishnu Mittal and Anjali SharmaAvailable online: 11 March 2025More LessThe growing popularity of personalized medicine presents new hazards and difficulties for pharmacovigilance. This implies that it needs to modify its current approach. This research examines how drug safety monitoring for certain medications evolves over time. We briefly discuss the connection between meticulous pharmacovigilance procedures and adaptable treatment approaches. We describe how pharmacogenet Read More
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Managing Opioid Tolerance: Balancing Pain Relief and Tackling Addiction
Authors: Astha Mehta, Anunav Ashish and Shubham ThakurAvailable online: 10 March 2025More LessThis editorial discusses opioid tolerance, a growing challenge in managing pain in chronic patients. With time, overuse of opioids causes less sensitivity and responsiveness of opioid receptors and leads to higher doses of opioids for the same level of pain management. Due to this, it increases the risk of side effects, such as opioid addiction, respiratory issues, and overdose. The editorial highlights the relationship betw Read More
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Efficacy and Safety Profile of Suvorexant for the Treatment of Insomnia
Authors: Ariba Sabat, Aakriti Garg and Mohd Ashif KhanAvailable online: 03 March 2025More LessInsomnia is becoming a concern in general practice as it affects around 30% of adults. It is a sleep disorder characterized by trouble getting asleep, staying asleep, waking up early, and difficulty falling back to sleep. The most commonly used hypnotics, such as benzodiazepines, Z drugs, etc, are associated with various issues, including psychomotor and cognitive impairment. Dual orexin receptor antagonists are an emerging clas Read More
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Opioid Use Disorders: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment Strategies to Mitigate Addiction Risks
Authors: Uma Agarwal, Khushboo Singhal and Rajiv Kumar TonkAvailable online: 20 February 2025More LessOpioid Use Disorder (OUD) is defined by the persistent use of opioids despite adverse consequences. It is associated with increased mortality and a variety of mental and general medical comorbidities. Risk factors include younger age, male sex, lower educational attainment, lower income, and psychiatric disorders, such as other substance use disorders and mood disorders. Genetics also play a role in susceptibility to opioid use Read More
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Extreme and Severe Systemic Pain Caused by Rifampicin: A Case Report of a Rare Allergic Reaction
Authors: Tong-xin Li, Yan-mei Xiong, Wen-wan Gao, Bohao Jiang, Ying He, Shiyan He, Lei Xu and Song YangAvailable online: 10 February 2025More LessBackground Rifampicin is a first-line anti-tuberculosis drug, but it may cause severe allergic adverse reactions. Case Presentation This case report describes an unusual and severe adverse reaction to rifampicin in a 53-year-old male patient with pulmonary tuberculosis. The patient developed intense systemic pain within 4 hours of rifampicin administration, affecting multiple organs and joints, without typical allergic manifestati Read More
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Rhabdomyolysis Following Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole Therapy: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Available online: 29 January 2025More LessBackground Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX) is a commonly used antibiotic for the treatment of several infections, such as urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and in certain cases, septic arthritis. Rhabdomyolysis (RM) is very rare and less than 20 cases have been reported, so far, in the literature, in particular in immunocompromised patients. Here, we report a case of TMP-SMX-induced RM in an immunoco Read More
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Clomipramine-Induced Urinary Retention in an Adult Male - A Case Report
Authors: Priya Mehta, Pooja Sapovadia and Bhargav PurohitAvailable online: 28 January 2025More LessBackground Clomipramine, a Tricyclic Antidepressant (TCA), is known for its efficacy in treating Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD). However, it is associated with several side effects, including urinary retention. This case report discusses the case of a 20-year-old male with OCD who developed urinary retention following clomipramine administration. Case Representation A 20-year-old male with a one-year history of OCD with ps Read More
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Reported Postoperative Surgical Site Infections in Tertiary Care Hospitals, Systematic Review of Recent Literature
Authors: Soam Nadeem, Afra Abdul Hameed, Syed Wasif Gillani and Hassan Anwer RathoreAvailable online: 28 January 2025More LessPurpose The objective of this systematic review is to evaluate the patterns of post-surgical site infections, pre-surgical antibiotics prophylaxis, and related clinical outcomes in the recently published literature. Methods This systematic review is registered with PROSPERO registration number CRD42023398963. Several databases and individual journal websites were used to collect data from PubMed/Medline, TRIP, SCOPUS, Els Read More
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Advancements in Colon Cancer Therapy: A Review on Docetaxel and the Role of Nanotechnology in Enhancing Efficacy
Authors: Komal, Dinesh Kumar, Sharib Raza Khan, Prabhjot Kaur, Kankan Majumdar, Nabaparna Chakraborty and Amandeep SinghAvailable online: 14 January 2025More LessDocetaxel exhibits high protein binding and P450-mediated metabolism, which influences its pharmacokinetics. As a taxane-family chemotherapeutic agent, it stabilizes microtubules and disrupts cell division. Combining docetaxel with agents like 5-fluorouracil and oxaliplatin enhances treatment outcomes for colon cancer. Emerging drug delivery systems, including nanoparticles and micelles, aim to improve Read More
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A Rare Case of Fatal Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) and Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) Syndrome in a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Authors: Renuka Munshi, Praneet Sachdeo and Vikas SolankiAvailable online: 13 January 2025More LessIntroduction This case study presents a rare and fatal instance of Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN) and Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) syndrome in a 51-year-old male patient diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Case Presentation The patient was initially treated with sulfasalazine, leflunomide, and hydroxychloroquine, following which he developed a rash, fever, and loose stools. Dr Read More
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DRESS Mimicking Flushing Syndrome Associated with Vancomycin: A Case Report
Authors: Sanjeev Khanth, Pugazhenthan Thangaraju, Nitin R. Gaikwad and Preetam N. WasnikAvailable online: 07 January 2025More LessBackground The Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms (DRESS) is a serious adverse reaction that occurs weeks after the onset of drug exposure. DRESS syndrome is commonly associated with antiseizure drugs, sulfa drugs, and antibiotics. Case Presentation This was a case report of a 20-year-old female who suffered from DRESS due to vancomycin with symptoms similar to the Redman syndrome. The patie Read More
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Adverse Events Associated with Antivirals for COVID-19: An Analysis Based on FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS)
Available online: 03 January 2025More LessBackground The COVID-19 pandemic has called for the rapid development and use of antiviral drugs to effectively control the disease. Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir (Paxlovid), Molnupiravir, and Remdesivir have been pivotal in therapeutic approaches, although they raise concerns regarding adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Objective This study aimed to thoroughly assess the ADRs associated with these drugs by utilizing the Ad Read More
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Mycophenolate Mofetil Induced-Colitis: Is it More about Clinical Diagnosis?
Authors: Yoghini Nagandran, Saikat Mandal and Ayuni Zahirah ZaharAvailable online: 02 January 2025More LessBackground Mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) is an immunosuppressant commonly used for treating autoimmune diseases. Case Presentation We report a diagnostically challenging case of MMF-induced colitis in a patient after 3 years of initiation of MMF therapy. A 76-year-old Caucasian female with a history of Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy receiving MMF presented to the hospital with a 7-weeks his Read More
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SGLT-2 Inhibitors as an Effective Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, and Hyperuricemia - A Mechanistic Perspective
Available online: 22 November 2024More Less
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Carbamazepine-induced Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: A Case Report with Review of the Literature
Available online: 05 November 2024More LessBackground Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is an infrequent yet severe mucocutaneous reaction that involves less than 10% of the Body Surface Area (BSA). It is predominantly induced by certain medications, including anticonvulsants (e.g., Lamotrigine, Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, Phenobarbitone), Allopurinol at doses above 100 mg per day, and sulphonamides (e.g., Cotrimoxazole, Sulfasalazine). Genetic predisposi Read More
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Role of Dual GIP and GLP-1 Receptor Agonist, Tirzepatide in the Management of Weight Loss; A Systematic Review
Available online: 31 October 2024More LessAim The eventuality of tirzepatide, a binary GIP and GLP- 1 receptor agonist, as a treatment for rotundity and metabolic diseases is addressed in this comprehensive review. Background A definition of tirzepatide is that it is an implicit intervention for rotundity, given its effectualness per the cure-dependent effect. Beyond the beneficial effects on body weight loss, tirzepatide also brings about an improvement in lipid biograph Read More
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