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As a follow up to our post regarding Zohydro, a pure formulation of hydrocodone, this article explains the potential benefits of “the first single-entity hydrocodone” treatment. Current prescribed formulations of hydrocodone typically contain other non-opioid compounds like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, both often added to discourage recreational use. However, oversuse of acetaminophen is the most . . . → Read More: Potential Benefits of Pure Hydrocodone Formulation Seen in Clinical Trial 
With recent high profile cases (Heath Ledger and Michael Jackson) involving the strong anesthetic Propofol, this article in Forensic Magazine offers a timely perspective of the analytical and legal challenges encountered when testing for Propofol. Propofol: An Analytical and Medico-Legal Challenge Follow @utaklabs . . . → Read More: Propofol: An Analytical and Legal Challenge 
In medicine it is important to use words correctly to convey as much objectivity as possible. Incorrect word usage can lead to false assumptions that affect treatment plan development and even, in some cases, poor clinical decisions. With the mushrooming growth of drugs being prescribed for Pain Management purposes, word distinctions need to be . . . → Read More: Aberrant Drug-Related Behavior: Is There Correct Terminology? 
Abbott has received clearance from the FDA for a fully-automated 25-OH Vitamin D assay performed on its ARCHITECT® laboratory testing platform. Abbott Receives FDA Clearance for New Test to Detect Vitamin D Levels Follow @utaklabs . . . → Read More: Abbott Receives FDA Clearance for Vitamin D Assay on ARCHITECT® Testing Platform 
A new caffeine mist is being marketed as “breathable energy” and comes in a lipstick-size tube. It is currently being sold for $2.99 per tube in New York and Boston area stores. This caffeine mist, called Aeroshot Pure Energy, is designed to spray a mist of caffeine and B vitamins that will dissolve in . . . → Read More: Caffeine: A Club Drug? 
This link provides an excellent primer on Pain Management. Particularly interesting is the fact that Pain Management can be traced back to 4000 BC…the more things change, they more they stay the same. Follow @utaklabs . . . → Read More: What is Pain Management? 
Hello? Is there anybody in there? Just nod if you can hear me. Is there anyone at home? Come on, now, I hear you’re feeling down. Well I can ease your pain And get you on your feet again… Comfortably Numb, by Pink Floyd A recent CBS News report stated that four pharmaceutical companies . . . → Read More: Zohydro: Comfortably Numb in 2012 
Mephedrone, 3,4-methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV), is the active ingredient in Bath Salts. MDPV is reportedly manufactured in China and is chemically similar to the cathinone compounds found in the khat plant of eastern Africa. It comes in the form of tablets or a powder, which users can swallow, snort or inject, producing similar effects to MDMA, amphetamines . . . → Read More: Drug Information on Mephedrone, AKA Bath Salts 
Since March of 2011, sixteen deaths in Ohio have been linked to Mephedrone, AKA Bath Salts. Local officials say the designer drug remains a problem in the region despite a statewide ban that went into effect in October. Laureen Marinetti, Chief Forensic Toxicologist for the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office and the Miami Valley Regional . . . → Read More: Mephedrone: A New and Deadly Designer Drug 
Everolimus, sold as Afinitor by Novartis AG, is the 40-O-(2-hydroxyethyl) derivative of Sirolimus and works similarly to Sirolimus as an mTOR inhibitor. Currently, Everolimus is effectively used as an immunosuppressant drug to prevent rejection of organ transplants. However, in a recent study, women with advanced stages of breast cancer were treated with Everolimus. Remarkably, . . . → Read More: Immunosuppressant Drugs: The Many Uses of Everolimus |
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