A new analysis of data from the landmark Anglo-Scandinavian Cardiac Outcomes Trial – Blood Pressure Lowering Arm (ASCOT-BPLA) published in Diabetes Care has identified the major predictors of new-onset diabetes (NOD) in patients with hypertension(1). Observational data suggest that hypertension is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes, and hence the two conditions frequently coexist. [...]
Company: Procter & Gamble Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Legal category: Prescription. GMS. Sport prohibited. Active ingredient: Testosterone 8.4mg (300mcg/24hrs). Description: Thin, clear, oval matrix-type transdermal patch. Presentation: 8, €32.77. Indications: Treatment of hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in bilaterally oophorectomised and hysterectomised (surgically induced menopause) women receiving concomitant oestrogen therapy. Pharmacology: Testosterone, the primary circulating androgen in [...]
Company: Niche Generics Ltd. Legal category: Prescription. GMS. Sport permitted. Active ingredient: Mirtazapine 15mg, 30mg or 45mg. Description: White, round, biconvex orodispersible tablets. Presentation: 15mg-30, €11.22; 30mg-30, €19.70; 45mg-30, €35.65. Indications: Major depressive episodes. Pharmacology: Mirtazapine is a centrally active presynaptic 2-antagonist, which increases central noradrenergic and serotonergic neurotransmission. The enhancement of serotonergic neurotransmission is [...]
Goldshield Pharmaceuticals are pleased to announce the introduction of Diamox SR 250mg capsules (30 capsules pack) to the Irish market. The product has been available for ordering since 1st May 2008. Please note that this new pack size of 30, priced at €15.44 (ex-factory), will replace the existing 28 capsules pack size of Diamox SR [...]
Roche Products (Ireland) Limited would like to announce a name change for one of their products. Rivotril Ampoules, formally known as Rivotril Ampoules 1mg/ml concentrate for solution for injection or infusion, will now be known as Rivotril 1mg/ml concentrate for solution for injection or infusion. The change in the name of the product is for [...]
Clonmel Healthcare Ltd wishes to inform you that Ponmel 500mg is being discontinued. It is estimated that stocks will run out by July 08. Ponmel 250mg (100 and 500 packs) remains on the market. Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Clonmel Healthcare Ltd at (01) 620 4000.
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