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Adverse reactions biobank to launch next month

The Pharmacist

Known as the Yellow Card biobank, the biobank will contain genetic data and patient samples and be used by scientists […] The post Adverse reactions biobank to launch next month appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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STAT+: Experts critique flawed system for monitoring drugs’ side effects in wake of asthma drug report

STAT

and globally, for monitoring adverse reactions after a drug is on the market — one that will require extensive changes to address. Experts say that the Singulair incident highlights a flawed system, both in the U.S. “The question is, how safe do you want to be?”

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Opinion: Health care coaches are the next big thing. They’re also completely unregulated

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It turns out that one of the supplements recommended by the health coach has adverse reactions with a medication prescribed by his doctor. He goes to the emergency room, where they immediately ask him about medications and supplements he’s taking. The health coach never asked John about his medications. Read the rest…

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Closed Loop Medicine shares results of proprietary technology for hypertension

Pharma Times

CLM-HT01 improved blood pressure and minimised adverse reactions in patients

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ACMT Toxicology Visual Pearls: Mushroom Mishap

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

What well-known adverse reaction results from ingestion of the pictured mushroom? Acute hepatitis Disulfiram-like reaction with ethanol consumption Pneumonitis from inhalation of spores Seizures from glutamate agonist activity [Image from Canstockphoto] Reveal the Answer 2. What is the mechanism of the adverse reaction? [2-5]

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One in 20 adults in UK have clinically confirmed food allergy

The Pharmacist

The Patterns and Prevalence of Adult Food Allergy report also found that around 36% of people have a self-reported adverse reaction to food. More than one in 20 adults in the UK has a clinically confirmed food allergy, according to a detailed study commissioned by the Food Standards Agency.

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ACMT Toxicology Visual Pearl: The Bark with Some Bite

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

However, most adverse reactions from willow bark supplements have been associated with people who have aspirin allergies, with numerous cases of anaphylaxis [6]. Willow tree bark supplements are available as tablets, tinctures, powders, or tea. How does willow bark toxicity present?