FDA Approves More Than 150 Antiretroviral Drugs for Global HIV/AIDS Relief

FDA Approves More Than 150 Antiretroviral Drugs for Global HIV/AIDS Relief – US Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Margaret A. Hamburg announced the agency has approved or tentatively approved a total of 152 antiretroviral drugs in association with the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) to treat those infected with HIV/AIDS in countries that lack the tools needed to fight the AIDS epidemic. [vpdrugs]

NPS Pharmaceuticals Signs Agreements with Leading Specialty Home Infusion …

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Gattex was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on December 21, 2012 as a treatment for adults with SBS who are dependent on parenteral support. Gattex is the first-and-only FDA-approved therapy for the long-term treatment of SBS and …
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Development of New Corneal Cell Line Provides Powerful Tool

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Regenerated Cells May Restore Vision After Corneal Dysfunction (June 14, 2012) — Efforts to treat disorders of the corneal endothelium, a single cell layer on the inner surface of the cornea, with regenerative techniques have been less effective. Now …
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Tonix Pharmaceuticals Adds M

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“We welcome Technology Partners as a new investor in TONIX,” said Seth Lederman, M.D., Chief Executive Officer of TONIX. “We are pleased to have their support as we continue to advance our CNS drug development programs. We look forward to achieving key …
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