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Azithromycin as Single-Drug Therapy for Community-Acquired Pneumonia
Azithromycin is an effective, single-drug therapy for mild-to-moderate community-acquired pneumonia. -
Life Can be Less Risky!
Eighty-seven percent or more of patients with fatal or nonfatal myocardial infarction have major risk factors prior to the event. -
The Nose Knows . . .
Patients with unexplained chronic fatigue and bodily pain are more likely to have rhinosinusitis symptoms than are people in the general population. -
Full September 29, 2003, Issue in PDF
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Clinical Briefs in Diabetes
Insulin 70/30 Mix Plus Metformin vs Triple Oral Therapy in Type 2 Diabetes; ARB and ACE-I in Diabetic Nephropathy; Low-Glycemic Index Diets and Diabetes -
Pharmacology Update: Vardenafil Tablets — Levitra
Vardenafil has been approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction in men. The drug is the second oral type 5 phosphodiestase (PDE5) inhibitor approved for this indication along with sildenafil (Viagra). -
Endoscopic Therapy in Patients Receiving Omeprazole for Bleeding Ulcers with Nonbleeding Visible Vessels or Adherent Clots
There are arguments about the optimal treatment for ulcers with nonbleeding visible vessels and adherent clots. This study showed that the combination of endoscopic hemostasis with IV proton pump inhibitor therapy is superior to PPI alone in management of such patients. -
Complementary Approaches to Postoperative Pain, Nausea, and Vomiting
Complementary approaches to postoperative pain, nausea, and vomiting. Altern Med Alert 2003;6(10 suppl):S1-S2. -
Clinical Briefs: LCPUFAs, Infant Formula, and Blood Pressure
Greenfield RH. LCPUFAs, infant formula, and blood pressure. Altern Med Alert 2003;6(10):120. -
Full October 2003 Issue in PDF