Insidermedicine in 60 - January 16, 2008

From Chicago - Enbrel, a medication commonly used for rheumatoid arthritis, has been shown to improve psoriasis in children. In a randomized clinical trial of over 200 children, weekly subcutaneous injections of Enbrel reduced psoriatic lesions in 57% of patients, compared to 11% of those who received placebo. Serious adverse reactions noted in 4 patients included pneumonia and gasteroenteritis. From New Zealand - While calcium is often recommended for post-menopausal women to prevent the …

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