Dupilumab (Dupixent; Sanofi) is the first and only investigational biologic to significantly improve lung function at 12 and 52 weeks and significantly reduce severe acute exacerbations compared with placebo in adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to the authors. presented a positive Phase 3 best outcome at the 2023 American Thoracic Society (ATS) … Read more
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the biosimilar adalimumab-aaty (Yuflyma) in a highly concentrated citrate-free formulation, the manufacturer, Celltrion USA, announced today. It is the ninth biosimilar of adalimumab (Humira) to be approved in the United States. Yuflyma is approved for the treatment of adult patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing … Read more
In a recent article published in International journal of medical sciencesthe researchers described how they used artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to find molecules that inhibit mTOR [1]. mTOR is a common target for lifespan extension interventions Mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) is a well known molecule in the world of rejuvenation. Previous studies … Read more
Case problem After the FDA issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for a COVID-19 drug but restricted its use to hospitalized patients, the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) launched a legal challenge. Has it prevailed? Credit: renaschild – stock.adobe.com Case facts From March 28 to June 15, 2020, the FDA issued an EUA … Read more
Updated May 24, 2023, 1:29 pm EDT Top line Scientists have discovered a new chemical that could help heal nerve damage, according to research published Wednesday in the journal Naturewhich offers initial hope for one day to reverse the paralysis and lost functioning that can result from nerve injury. help regenerate nerve cells. getty Main … Read more
May 24, 2023 Better daily compliance and increased absorption due to billions of emulsified droplets per serving are the hallmarks of the company’s new Omega-3 Fish Oil Gummy Bites Here’s something you don’t hear often. Life Extension wants the entire industry to be aware of the emerging ConCordix omega-3 delivery technology it uses for its … Read more
Marijuana smoking is not associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, according to a newly released study. Researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles looked at participants who smoke or have smoked tobacco cigarettes and divided them into three groups: current, former, or never smokers. The study authors said limited data are available … Read more
Tara Rothenhoefer started taking tyrzepatide as part of a weight loss clinical trial and lost 176 pounds on the drug. She now worries about losing access to the drug when a coupon expires in June. Courtesy of Tara Rothenhoefer Tirzepatide has the potential to be a new weight-loss treatment, but it could be costly for … Read more
This article was reviewed based on Science X’s editorial process and policies. The editors have highlighted the following attributes ensuring the credibility of the content: verified trusted source correct OK! From left, Zully Contreras-Correa, postdoctoral associate; Caleb Lemley, associate professor; and doctoral students, Riley Messman and Rebecca Swanson, are studying the health benefits of melatonin … Read more
In a recent study published in PLoS Pathogensresearchers explore the role of the human gut microbiome as a source of essential vitamins. Study: Can we microbially manage our vitamin intake for better health? Image Credit: Lallapie/Shutterstock.com Production of vitamins by the intestinal microbiota Vitamins are essential micronutrients required for various metabolic and regulatory processes in … Read more