new antifungal called Noxafil (posaconazole)

November 2006

You'll hear about a new antifungal called Noxafil (posaconazole).

For now, it's approved only to PREVENT invasive Candida and Aspergillus infections in patients who are immunocompromised.

It works better than fluconazole or itraconazole for this use.

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Table of Contents

changes to Medicare Prescription Drug Plans for 2007
Diabetes Januvia and Galvus for type 2 diabetes
Diabetes which meds to use for type 2 diabetes
Cholesterol just half a tablet of Zetia (ezetimibe) or Vytorin (simvastatin/ezetimibe) to lower cholesterol
Neurology & Pain new fentanyl buccal tablet called Fentora
Infectious Diseases new antifungal called Noxafil (posaconazole)
Infectious Diseases delaying antibiotics for patients with upper respiratory or ear infections
people asking about HeadOn and ActivOn
Natural Health Products the benefits of green tea
Women's Health Yaz is the first oral contraceptive approved for premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
Pregnancy possible increased risk of cleft lip and palate in babies exposed to Lamictal during pregnancy
Pregnancy Pregnant women often ask what OTC cough/cold meds to use
Insomnia Lots of ads are promoting Rozerem (ramelteon) for sleep
Practice A new MedGuide will be required when dispensing warfarin