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Zyban (Bupropion Hydrochloride) - Safety Update
Up to 24 September 2001, a total of 6,570 reports of suspected adverse reactions have been
received regarding Zyban via the Yellow Card Scheme in the UK. It is important to note that the suspected reactions are not
necessarily caused by the drug and may relate to other factors such as nicotine withdrawal, other illnesses or other medicines
taken concurrently. more
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FDA Funds Research On Prescription Medications Used By Pregnant Women
The FDA in partnership with the Office of Women's Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services (DHHS), today announced the award of two contracts to study prescription medications used by pregnant women.
These contracts are for research on two drugs--labetalol and atenolol--used by pregnant women to treat their high blood
pressure (hypertension). The contracts are the first in a series to assess treatments commonly used by pregnant women.
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The Anti-Depressant Effects Of Smoking
Chronic smokers have biological changes in the brain similar to those caused by antidepressant drugs,
according to a study gaining national attention. more
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Alarming Number Of Undiagnosed Hypertension, Diabetes
A landmark heart disease study at UT Southwestern Medical Center, which will continue for at least
seven more months, has already identified a large number of study participants who have undiagnosed high blood pressure or
diabetes. more
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UAB Develops Sensitive, Non-Invasive Method Of Detecting And Monitoring Ovarian Cancer
Researchers at UAB have developed the first highly sensitive, non-invasive method of detecting and
monitoring ovarian cancer, according to a study published in the September issue of Gynecologic Oncology. more
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