Clinical notes: 2008 Canadian diabetes guidelines now available New indication for VireadGilead Sciences' Viread (tenofovir disoproxil fumarate tablets) is now indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B infection in adults. 2008 Canadian diabetes guidelines now available The Canadian Diabetes Association has released the 2008 edition of the clinical practice guidelines for the prevention and management of diabetes in Canada. Managing statin-induced myalgia Muscle symptoms are the most prevalent and important adverse effects associated with stain therapy, and often result in suboptimal adherence. Valcyte: new dosage form Drug News: September 2008 Pradax: new oral anticoagulant. Practice Issues: Research highlights – Antihypertensives and progression of chronic kidney disease Study measures long-term effect of ACEIs in conjunction with low blood pressure goal in the treatment of African-Americans with CKD. Drug News: July/August 2008 Stalevo: new combo for Parkinson’s disease; Vectibix for colorectal cancer. Chronic disease management report highlights collaboration Saskatchewan project largest of its kind in Canada. New guidelines for managing lupus First Previous 74 75 76
