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HIV Infection

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Introduction HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) is an enveloped, single-stranded RNA virus that was recognized as the causative agent of AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). 2 types of human HIV exist: HIV-1 and HIV-2. 2 types of human HIV exist: HIV-1 and HIV-2.

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Why mAbs Matter

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As more monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapies are developed (1 in 3 new drugs are monoclonal antibodies1) and as patent exclusivity expires, these treatments are becoming more widely available. To understand monoclonal antibody drugs, its necessary to first know a little about how antibodies work in the bodys immune system.

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Gilead hit with FDA clinical hold for batch of HIV trials

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has placed a clinical hold on several of Gilead’s trials evaluating two HIV treatment candidates, though the rest of the drugmaker’s diverse pipeline remains unaffected. Gilead is considered the leading big pharma in HIV treatments. Shares in Nasdaq-listed Gilead opened 0.3%

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ADA 2025: Advances in Type 2 Diabetes Management With Tirzepatide

Pharmacy Times

The presentation emphasized early intervention and personalized treatment plans in managing type 2 diabetes, shifting from "treating to failure" to "treating to target." It is not indicated for type 1 diabetes and carries a boxed warning for thyroid C-cell tumors, with unknown risk in humans.

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Impact of Patient Access to Care on Rates of Febrile Neutropenia Post Inpatient Administration of a Colony-Stimulating Factor

Pharmacy Times

Although the use of colony-stimulating factors (CSFs) is well-established in mitigating severe FN, existing literature suggests there is only an approximate 3% difference in FN rates between various CSF agents.

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FDA Approves Meloxicam Injection For Moderate-to-Severe Pain in Adults

Pharmacy Times

3 Although meloxicam injection delivers a non-opioid alternative for pain control, it is not recommended as a first-line agent when rapid onset of analgesia is needed due to its delayed onset. 2 REFERENCES 1.

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Protecting Older Adults from Severe RSV: Key Challenges and the Importance of Prevention

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