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As of Thu, 15 May 2008 22:04:22 EDT
FDA Approvals: Amitiza, Strattera, NovoSeven RT
The FDA has approved a new indication for lubiprostone (Amitiza), an expanded indication for atomoxetine HCl (Strattera), and a new formulation of recombinant coagulation factor VIIa (NovoSeven RT).
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7th Annual International Meeting for Autism Research 2008 (IMFAR)
Read clinically focused news coverage of key developments from the meeting.
Medscape Psychiatry & Mental Health
Brain Imaging Studies Shed Light on Anhedonia in Depression
Imaging studies of patients with depression have identified brain-circuit abnormalities that correlated with symptoms of anhedonia, researchers report.
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Abnormalities in Developing Adolescent Brain Seen in Bipolar Disorder
Preliminary brain-imaging findings suggest that bipolar disorder develops in adolescence; future treatments may prevent progression of these brain changes.
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How Does the Brain Differ in Pediatric Bipolar Disorder vs Severe Irritability and ADHD?
In preliminary studies, imaging techniques show different brain pathophysiology in children with bipolar disease vs children with severe irritability and ADHD.
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Stressed Mothers of Ill Children Seek Help for Other Symptoms, Not Depression
Chronically stressed mothers of children with leukemia were highly likely to have anxiety, depression, and somatic symptoms, in a small study from Mexico.
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Nonergot Dopamine Agonists Helpful for Restless Legs Syndrome
A meta-analysis shows that nonergot dopamine agonists may significantly reduce symptom severity, but a significant proportion of patients will discontinue use as a result of adverse events.
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Low Levels of Serum 25(OH)D Linked With Depression in Elderly Patients
In a large, population-based study of elderly patients, low levels of serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D and increased parathyroid hormone levels were linked with depression.
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Guanfacine Extended Release for Pediatric Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder?
A study published in the January 2008 edition of Pediatrics looks at the alpha2-adrenoceptor agonist as a treatment for ADHD.
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