Internal Medicine Alert – July 15, 2017
July 15, 2017
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Putting the Genie Back in the Prescription Bottle
Researchers recently developed an evidence-based algorithm for reducing the use of proton pump inhibitors.
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Insomnia Disorder: Evidence for Psychological and Behavioral Interventions
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is an effective intervention for moderate to severe insomnia disorder and should be considered as an initial treatment.
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Valbenazine Capsules (Ingrezza)
Valbenazine is indicated for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia in adults.
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Clinical Briefs
In this section: the evolution of prostate cancer screening; the limitations of online health information; and treating polycystic ovary syndrome patients.
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Is This a Typical Flutter?
Atrial flutter is characterized by a special pattern of regular atrial activity that in adults almost always occurs at a rate of 300/minute (250-350/minute range).