Formula in Medical Technology

Infant Formula Company Teams With the University of Virginia Pediatrics Department to Conduct Clinical Studies

GORDONSVILLE, Va., June 24 /PRNewswire/ -- PBM Products, LLC, a leading infant formula company that supplies store-brand infant formulas to Walmart, Sam's Club, Target, Kroger, CVS, Walgreens, and other retailers, has partnered with the University of Virginia (U.Va.) to conduct clinical studies ...

Infant Formula Manufacturers Again under Ethical Cloud: 'Marketing Gimmick' Linked to Serious Illnesses

ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 25 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A report released today by The Cornucopia Institute presents research indicating that new additives placed in infant formula are seriously endangering the health of some formula-fed newborns and toddlers. The report, 'Replacing Mother--Imi...

New Research Shows Nutrition 21's Chromium Histidinate Improves Markers for Mood and Carbohydrate Cravings

... products and uses. Nutrition 21's portfolio of health and wellness products include: Iceland Health Chromax (R), Iceland Health Advanced Memory formula (TM), Diabetes Essentials , Iceland Health(R) Maximum Strength Omega-3 and Iceland Health(R) Joint Relief. The company also manufactures private l...

Tufts Medical Center Researchers Create a New Predictive Model for Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

... BOSTON, April 23 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Researchers at Tufts Medical Center have created a formula for predicting how likely it is that individuals with certain genetic profiles and lifestyle behaviors will develop advanced Age-related Macular Degen...

Alba Therapeutics Corporation Announces the Next Clinical Trial of Its Lead Compound, Larazotide Acetate and Promotions

...ffairs at Martek where she played a key role in the regulatory authorizations for the addition of Martek's fatty acid products, DHA and ARA, to infant formula in the United States and Canada. Dr. Arterburn also spent seven years at W.R. Grace & Co., where she led an in vitro toxicology research program,...

Fast-Acting, Long-Lasting Topical Relief From Arthritis Pain

...as well as RZN Nutraceuticals' all-natural, scientifically developed herbal formula featuring extracts of juniper, goldenrod, dandelion, meadowsweet and willow...such as aloe, shea butter, avocado and grape seed oil. The same herbal formula used in the cream is featured in RZN Nutraceuticals' Arthri-Zen Relief(R) c...

Cancer Research 'David' Hopes to Slay 'Cancer Goliath'

...what the anti-cancer material is, and possibly where it originates. Additional funding as well as collaboration is needed to: (1) recreate the formula to conduct new studies (2) conduct a viability test on a special endogenous mouse model comparing it to earlier test results on this model, and (...

American Dairy Provides Business Update

... demand for reliable, high quality, premium infant formula products. Since the dairy scandal in China broke..., the Company was ranked No. 1 fast growing infant formula company after the dairy crisis occurred in Septemb...n province, where Feihe is the best-selling infant formula brand, and more than 700 people participated in th...

March of Dimes Honors Dr. Susan Carlson for Outstanding Work In Maternal-Fetal Nutrition

...ns of this observation. Subsequently, her group was the first to report, in 1989, that formula-fed preterm infants had higher visual acuity when fed a formula containing DHA. DHA plays a crucial role in the growth and development of the central nervous system as well as visual functioning in infants and supp...

Just in Time for Winter, a New Berry That's Good for Your Health

...s, Sambucol(R) Immune Formula, Sambucol(R) Sugar Free, Sambucol(R) Original formula Chewable Tablets, and Sambucol(R) Immune formula Chewable Tablets. The newest product, available this fall, Sambucol(R) Co...

Sarah Palin, Dr. Siegal's Cookie Diet, and John McCain Top AOL Hot Searches List on August 29th

...33 years, Dr. Siegal has personally mixed every batch of his secret protein formula with his own hands in his private bakery near his Miami medical clinic. The formula is known only to Dr. Siegal and his wife who often joins him in his bakery ...

Study Reveals Novel LCD Solution Provides Significant Benefits Versus Calcipotriol In Treatment Of Moderate Psoriasis

...t to answer patient needs for a non-prescription topical psoriasis therapy that offers a different experience from traditional coal tar treatment -- a formula with similar or better efficacy to a leading prescription medication, that was quick-drying, had an acceptable scent and was easy to apply," said Ms. ...

Omega-3 Fatty Acids Critical to Infants, Mothers and the Seriously Ill

...ain development," said Editor Joyce Nettleton, D.Sc. "If these findings are confirmed, they suggest that the long-chain PUFA content of preterm infant formula may need to be increased." Studies on TPN, intravenous feeding for the seriously ill, also question current U.S. regulations. In infants with severe...

Newly Published Study Results Showed That Two Mealtime Insulin Dosing Algorithms Were Effective for Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

...e of Apidra(R) and then effectively adjust to target based on premeal glucose patterns, or to use carbohydrate counting, which involves a mathematical formula that helps patients match the size of their mealtime insulin dose with the amount of carbohydrates they eat. Having two effective options for managing...

As Summer Heats Up, New Survey Reveals Need for Effective Sweat Treatments

...buildup. Ask your dermatologist or podiatrist for a recommendation. -- Change your antiperspirant routine and bust "pit stains." Choose a soft-solid formula and apply antiperspirant to underarms once in the morning and again prior to bedtime. Application twice daily -- and especially before bedtime -- has ...

HUYA Bioscience Int'l Announces Pre-IND Outcome for HBI-3000 - Promising Anti-Arrhythmia Compound Sourced From China

... These clinical studies demonstrated that oral administration of HBI-3000 was well tolerated. The compound has also been tested in an intravenous (IV) formula allowing it to address both in-hospital acute cases and long-term management of chronic arrhythmia. Most existing marketed and development-stage ant...

Ception Therapeutics Initiates Phase II/III Clinical Trial for Its Lead Product Reslizumab in Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EE) in Children

...play a major role in the pathogenesis of the disease.(1) Therapies currently utilized for EE include severely restricted diets, including an elemental formula diet typically administered by nasogastric or gastrostomy tube.(2) There are no approved pharmacologic therapies for EE, although corticosteroids are ...

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

...e core components of our Core4Life Advanced Memory formula product, we're pleased to see that ongoing researc...ognitive function. Core4Life Advanced Memory formula is manufactured according to strict Food and Drug ...s seen in 30 to 90 days. Core4Life Advanced Memory formula is available at major retailers nationwide in the ...

Diagnostic Center for Disease: Prostate Biopsy Spreads Prostate Cancer Cells

...erial inflammatory disease; the primary reason PSA rises. In these instances, the Center's physicians encourage the use of an internationally patented formula to decrease and/or normalize the PSA in patients without evidence of prostate cancer. While the literature suggests that all men will get prostate can...

Summit VetPharm has Identified Two Instances of Diverted Vectra 3D(TM)

...oprietary Bloodhound technology has been overwhelmingly positive," continued Julia Stephanus. Vectra 3D's new triple-action topical ectoparasiticide formula is available to pet owners only through licensed veterinarians. Vectra 3D is available in four different sizes: for dogs and puppies over 7 weeks of a...

Surgex(TM) Becomes the First and Only BSCG (Banned Substance Control Group) Certified Product Which is Clinically Proven Effective in Sports Recovery and Performance

...ghout the United States The proprietary Surgex(TM) formula intends to meet the growing demand of elite level ...of free radical production (oxidative stress). The formula meets NCAA guidelines for use by collegiate athlet...based, calorically dense, high-protein nutritional formula developed for cancer patients undergoing chemother...

New AVEENO(R) Eczema Care Product Line Offers Breakthrough Formulas to Help Manage the Signs and Symptoms of Eczema

...y skin. Additionally, the Moisturizing Cream includes a patented Triple Oat formula of key ingredients to help maintain the skin's barrier and provide moisturi...onducted extensive research in order to develop this proprietary Triple Oat formula to manage eczema symptoms," says Judith Nebus, manager of clinical research...

The Quigley Corporation Reports Third Quarter Results, Increases Investment in Pharmaceutical R&D for Diabetic Neuropathy

...Food and Drug Administration. Additionally, data that demonstrates activity or effectiveness in animals or in vitro tests do not necessarily mean the formula test compound referenced herein will be effective in humans. Safety and effectiveness in humans will have to be demonstrated by means of adequate and ...

Vical Demonstrates Dose-sparing of Protein-based H5N1 Influenza Vaccine With Vaxfectin(TM) Adjuvant

... to a protein-based seasonal influenza vaccine. Mice were vaccinated with trivalent inactivated influenza vaccine (Sanofi-Pasteur Fluzone(R) 2005-2006 formula commercial product), with or without the Vaxfectin(TM) adjuvant, and evaluated for antibody responses through hemagglutination inhibition (HI) titers....

Promising Results in Treating Facial Bruising From Injectables

...logist currently practicing at the Lasky Clinic in Beverly Hills, is conducting the clinical trials on Pinoxide, applying the Microcirculation Therapy formula to the injection site immediately after use of skin fillers such as collagen, Restylane and Juvederm, or Botox. "Anatomically speaking, dark circles ...

Molnlycke Drives 'Home' the Fight Against Staph and Other MRSA Infections

...ontinuing to fight germs much longer than soap and water or isopropyl alcohol alone. Hibistat Towelettes work without water and contain a quick-drying formula with added emollients, making them safe for frequent daily use. "Hibistat Towelettes are perfect for today's active and mobile society," Twomey said....

New Study Demonstrates 4 Year Olds Fed Enfamil LIPIL(R) as Infants Have Brain and Eye Outcomes Similar to Breastfed Babies

.... Researchers who have conducted studies of infant formula that included lower levels have not consistently demonstrated improved outcomes when compared with formula not containing DHA and ARA." (5,6) Regarding cont... Pediatrics (2003); 112: 177-83 6. Scott DT. formula supplementation with long-chain polyunsaturated fa...

Acadia Announces Positive Results From ACP-103 Phase II Schizophrenia Co-Therapy Trial

... co-therapy with risperidone or other modern atypical antipsychotics may result in enhanced efficacy and an improved side effect profile, suggesting a formula for a new and improved treatment paradigm for patients with schizophrenia." Trial Design The Phase II clinical trial was a multi-center, randomize...

Vical's Vaxfectin Adjuvant Achieves Dose-Sparing Effect With Seasonal Influenza Vaccine

...ed the potential for Vaxfectin(TM) to be used as a dose-sparing agent with conventional influenza vaccines. Both studies used the Fluzone(R) 2005-2006 formula trivalent inactivated seasonal influenza vaccine. In the recent study, mice were vaccinated with 1, 3, or 9 mcg of Fluzone(R) alone, or Fluzone(R) for...

AGI Dermatics Data Shows the 8 Oxo-Guanine Repair Enzyme OGG1 Encapsulated in Liposomes, Reduces MMP-1 and TNF-alpha in UV Irradiated Skin Cells

...d TNF-a mRNA. AGI Dermatics is the developer of Remergent, a doctor-dispensed skincare line based on the science of DNA repair. Remergent DNA Repair formula and Antioxidant Refoliator both contain Roxomes, liposomes encapsulating OGG1, which protect the cells genetic material from ROS. About AGI Dermatic...

Late Breaking Data Released at ADA Showed that the Investigational Use of Januvia and Metformin as Initial Combination Therapy Provided Significant Glucose Lowering Efficacy over 54 Weeks in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

...4-triazolo(4,3-a)pyrazine phosphate (1:1) monohydrate. The empirical formula is C16H15F6N5O-H3PO4-H2O and the molecular weight is 523.32. The structural formula is: (OBJECT OMITTED) Sitagliptin phosphate is a white to off-wh...

An Investigational Study Released at ADA Showed that Initial Combination Therapy with Januvia (sitagliptin) and Metformin Led to Improvement in Markers of Beta Cell Function in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

...4-triazolo(4,3-a)pyrazine phosphate (1:1) monohydrate. The empirical formula is C16H15F6N5O-H3PO4-H2O and the molecular weight is 523.32. The structural formula is: (OBJECT OMITTED) Sitagliptin phosphate is a white to off-wh...