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Mission Pharmacal Launches CitraNatal(R) Assure Prescription Prenatal Vitamin

... to become pregnant. They provide women with the essential vitamins and minerals they may be lacking from a ... and lactating women(1). DHA is the recommended essential fatty acid for prenatal care. It has been shown ... of products offers four unique formulations of essential vitamins and minerals designed to ensure comfort ...

Emisphere Presents Dramatic Clinical Evidence Demonstrating New Approach to Vitamin B12 Supplementation

... Technology when applied to a poorly absorbed but essential nutrient such as Vitamin B12. "Emisphere ... concerned about this significant and essential vitamin," said Mr. Novinski. "Furthermore, this ... whether they are prescription drug products or essential minerals and nutrients." Currently, it's ...

New Study Shows BENICAR(R) (olmesartan medoxomil) Reverses Blood Vessel Damage Independent of Blood Pressure Lowering

... structure and endothelial dysfunction in human essential hypertension by the angiotensin receptor ... structure and endothelial dysfunction in human essential hypertension by the angiotensin receptor ... of patients with previously untreated essential hypertension. Hypertension 1995; 25:474-81 ...

Alseres Pharmaceuticals Expands Sites for the First Stage of the ALTROPANE(R) Phase III Clinical Trial Program

... first stage of the ALTROPANE(R) Parkinson's or essential Tremor - 2 (POET-2) Phase III clinical trial ... to aid in the diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease or essential Tremor. If these trials are successful and the ... people in the United States are afflicted by essential tremor. Experts estimate that, each year, ...

Alseres Pharmaceuticals Initiates the ALTROPANE(R) POET-2 Phase III Clinical Trial Program

... in the early stages." About the "Parkinson's or essential Tremor" (POET-2) Trial Program The POET-2 ... drug-induced Parkinsonism. The International essential Tremor Foundation estimates that as many as 10 million people in the United States are afflicted by essential tremor. Experts estimate that, each year, ...

Replidyne Provides Strategic Update

... the growth of C. difficile by inhibiting an essential enzyme in the bacterial cell called methionyl ... Inhibition DNA replication is one of the essential steps in bacterial growth and remains an ... use a novel mechanism of action to block an essential step in the DNA replication process. Based on ...

Fruitfly Model of a Neuropathic Disease Demonstrates Novel Role for Proteins in the Family of aTyr Pharma's Product Class

... protein agents. The aminoacyl tRNA synthetases are universal and essential components of protein synthesis machinery found in all organisms, but ... a gene encoding tyrosyl-tRNA synthetase. While tRNA synthetases play an essential role in protein synthesis in all forms of life, these dominant mutations ...

Pangu BioPharma, aTyr Pharma's Subsidiary in Hong Kong, Files Three Patent Applications

... human tRNA synthetases. Although tRNA synthetases are universal and essential components of protein synthesis machinery found in all organisms, human ... in our labs here in Hong Kong, and believe that HKUST has been an essential partner in generating this mutual success." According to Jeff ...

Lack of Food Variety Puts Kids With Autism at Risk for Poor Nutrition

... there are functional issues in neural cells involving a deficiency of essential fatty acids," said Dr. Zimmer. "The main point of the study is we cannot ... PAS findings. Dr. Zimmer said another study is also under design to give essential omega-3 fatty acids, such as docosahexanonic acid, to children with autism ...

ARVO, AOS: Large Study of Lacrisert(R) Dry Eye Insert;

... NJ, is a global, diversified specialty pharmaceutical company providing essential treatments for under-treated diseases. Aton's mission is to improve ... worldwide by enhancing and expanding access and availability of medically essential therapeutics. Aton's portfolio of ten products, with sales in over 30 ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Receives Notices of Allowance for Two NeuroTrans(TM) Patent Applications

... Raptor is unable to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of its products; that unforeseen scientific ... the Company's process; that Raptor's patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of its technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Appoints Dr. Patrice P. Rioux as Chief Medical Officer

... Raptor is unable to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of its products; that unforeseen scientific ... the Company's process; that Raptor's patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of its technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

Harvard Study Shows Folic Acid, B Vitamins in Animi-3(R) May Prevent Vision Loss

... study by researchers at Harvard Medical School has found that combining essential B vitamins, including B6, B12, and folic acid, lower risk of developing ... speak to their physicians about Animi-3, which is formulated with these essential B vitamins and DHA, the most important omega-3 fat, to address various ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Announces Completion of Patient Enrollment in Phase 2a Clinical Trial in Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

... Raptor is unable to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of its products; that unforeseen scientific ... the Company's process; that Raptor's patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of its technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Corp. Announces Positive Phase IIa Clinical Study Results for Convivia(TM) Program

... that we are unable to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of our products; that unforeseen scientific difficulties develop with our process; that our patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of our technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Provides Update on Targeting Platforms

... that we are unable to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of our products; that unforeseen scientific difficulties develop with our process; that our patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of our technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

Study Demonstrates That AHCC(R) Provides Immune Enhancement Against the West Nile Virus

... Producing higher levels of these critical antibodies and lymphocytes is essential in helping the immune system protect itself from infection. AHCC also had ... provide benefits against the West Nile Virus and further demonstrates its essential role for maintaining a healthy immune system," said Fred Pescatore, M.D., ...

Regado Biosciences Reports Clinical Results for REG1 Anticoagulation System at European Society of Cardiology Congress 2008

... I studies showed RB006 inhibited the activity of factor IXa, a protein essential to blood clotting, and RB007 rapidly, safely and specifically reversed the ... of individual patients in varied and oftentimes complex settings, it is essential for physicians to quickly, safely and effectively achieve the desired ...

Pivotal Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Study Published in The Lancet Concludes That Bosentan (Tracleer(R)) Demonstrates Benefits in Patients With Mildly Symptomatic WHO Functional Class II Disease

... such as endothelin. Endothelin is produced by the endothelial cells and is essential for maintenance of normal vascular tone and function. Tracleer(R) was the ... in a setting of close monitoring) -- Liver monitoring of all patients is essential prior to initiation of treatment and monthly thereafter. High potential ...

The Foundation for Biomedical Research Announces Winners of the 7th Annual Michael E. DeBakey Journalism Awards

... Michael E. DeBakey, recognize outstanding journalism that discusses the essential role of humane animal research in medical discoveries and ... oldest and largest organization devoted to educating the public about the essential role of humane animal research in the quest for medical advancements, ...

ASPIRE Independent Review Board Announces 10 Ways to Protect Participants' Rights in Clinical Drug Trials and Optimize Results From Research

... trials with the hope of finding relief and or to help others. Research is essential to finding cures and treatments for conditions and diseases. Being a member of a clinical trial is a big decision. It is essential for people to know their rights and understand how clinical trials work. ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Corp. Initiates Phase IIa Clinical Study for Convivia(TM)

... that we are unable to retain or attract key employees whose knowledge is essential to the development of our products; that unforeseen scientific difficulties develop with our process; that our patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of our technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

New Clinical Data Further Supports Chromium Picolinate's Role in Enhancing Brain Activity in Older Adults

... ability to improve cognitive function: -- Chromium picolinate is an essential trace mineral that promotes healthy blood sugar levels, which is ... fuel the brain. -- PS is a naturally occurring phospholipid nutrient essential to the functioning of all cells of the body, but is most concentrated ...

Successful Clinical Trials and Launch in New Zealand Spurs Phloe to Enter US Market

... a unique product as it offers a combination of three of the key elements essential for good digestion -- enzymes, prebiotics and fiber -- which are all ... benefits we expected and has given us the foundation we believe is essential to support the international expansion of this product, especially in the ...

Measles Deaths in Africa Plunge by 91%

... of the Board of the American Red Cross. "These mobilization efforts are essential for our success, helping us consistently reach more than 95 percent of the ... communities -- each of which bring unique strengths and resources that are essential for success," said Kathy Calvin, executive vice president and chief ...

Replidyne's Investigational Antibacterial Agent REP3123 Prevents Sporulation in Clostridium difficile

... (C. difficile) bacterium without inhibiting other key organisms that are essential for normal intestinal functioning. C. difficile-associated disease (CDAD), ... agent that in vitro prevents the growth of C. difficile by inhibiting an essential enzyme in the bacterial cell called methionyl tRNA synthetase, which ...

Raptor Pharmaceuticals Provides Update of Product Programs

... best talent under a tight development timeline and operational flexibility essential to an emerging company." More information on Regulatory Professionals, ... process; that the Company's patents are not sufficient to protect essential aspects of its technology; that competitors may invent better technology; ...

Sanofi Pasteur Submits Supplemental Application for A(H1N1) Pandemic Vaccine to U.S. FDA

... producing a vaccine against the influenza A(H1N1) 2009 virus ," said Wayne Pisano, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sanofi Pasteur. "It is essential that we pursue the vaccine licensure pathway made available to us, while at the same time, continue the important clinical studies of our vaccine." ...

NOVAVAX Achieves Pandemic H1N1 Influenza Production Milestone

... influenza virus in eggs. Chicken eggs are used to produce almost all of the world's influenza vaccine supply. In addition, Novavax has produced essential reagents for measuring vaccine potency. The Company also has plans to produce additional batches of the pandemic H1N1 VLP vaccine to support human ...

Amgen Announces Positive Top-Line Results for Denosumab in Trial for Delay of Skeletal Related Events in Bone Metastases Patients Compared to Zometa(R)

... Bone Biology Denosumab is the first fully human monoclonal antibody in late stage clinical development that specifically targets RANK Ligand, the essential regulator of osteoclasts (the cells that break down bone). With more than 19,000 patients in trials across indications worldwide, the denosumab ...

Researchers Create First Targeted Knockout Rats Using Zinc Finger Nuclease Technology

... challenge OMT faced," said Dr. Roland Buelow, CEO of OMT and a senior author of the paper. "Inactivation of endogenous rat antibody expression is essential for human antibody expression in genetically engineered animals. To solve this problem, we used ZFN technology in an application that has the ...

Injection Reverses Heart-Attack Damage

... work adds a second compound to the heart-regeneration toolbox, and reveals how both periostin and NRG1 work at the cellular and molecular level, an essential step in predicting possible side effects. Both compounds ultimately act on the same cellular pathway, Kuhn found. "We applied periostin ...

Bionovo's Estrogen Receptor Beta Selective Drugs Have Unique Gene Expression and Cell Type Specificity

... for Bionovo, Inc. to continue investigating the unique abilities of their drugs to safely and effectively treat menopausal symptoms. "It is essential that new drug candidates demonstrate drug selectivity and tissue specificity in order to minimize adverse effects, particularly when the drug is ...

Reliv International's GlucAffect(TM) Proven Effective in Clinical Study

... based in Chesterfield, Mo., is a developer, manufacturer and marketer of a proprietary line of nutritional supplements. Reliv supplements address essential daily nutrition, weight loss and targeted solutions such as energy and performance enhancement, blood sugar management, digestive health and ...

Michael J. Fox Foundation Awards Over $2 Million for Validation of 10 Parkinson's Therapeutic Targets

... $2.1 million in total funding to 10 research teams working to validate therapeutic targets for Parkinson's disease. Target validation is an essential and historically underresourced phase of drug development in which researchers work to determine whether a molecule or mechanism of interest is a ...

First Patient of NOTES Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) Study Successfully Treated With Ethicon Endo-Surgery Devices

... NOTES has enormous potential and Ethicon Endo-Surgery is committed to working with leading medical intuitions and societies, which we believe is essential to responsibly and effectively move natural orifice surgery forward." About the Ethicon Endo-Surgery Toolbox for Natural Orifice Surgery* ...

Denosumab Demonstrates Superiority Over Zometa(R) in Pivotal Phase 3 Head-to-Head Trial in Breast Cancer Patients With Bone Metastases

... Bone Biology Denosumab is the first fully human monoclonal antibody in late stage clinical development that specifically targets RANK Ligand, the essential regulator of osteoclasts (the cells that break down bone). With more than 19,000 patients in trials across indications worldwide, the denosumab ...

Orkin Warns of Four Pests to Avoid this Fourth of July

... to make ant mounds visible and avoidable. About Orkin, Inc. Founded in 1901, Atlanta-based Orkin, Inc. is an industry leader in essential pest control services and protection against termite damage, rodents and insects in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, the Middle ...

Covance Announces Integrated Radiolabeled Clinical Pharmacology Studies

... has made us the industry leader in integrated AME testing as we recently completed our 130th AME study." The results of AME studies provide essential information about the disposition of a drug by direct characterization of the compound's pharmacokinetics and information related to AME ...

Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Announces Latest Developments on Three SMA Drug Discovery Programs

... for this meeting. According to Jill Jarecki, Ph.D., Research Director FSMA, "This meeting will be an exciting milestone for the project, and an essential step in the path towards human clinical trials of the drug candidate." Motor Neuron Replacement Program: California Stem Cell (CSC) is ...