Positive Phase II Results For GSK1838262/XP13512 Reported For Subjects With Post-Herpetic Neuralgia And A History Of Inadequate Response To Gabapentin
GlaxoSmithKline (NYSE:GSK) and XenoPort, Inc. (Nasdaq:XNPT) announced top-line results from a Phase II clinical trial evaluating GSK1838262/XP13512 (gabapentin enacarbil) in adult patients with neuropathic pain associated with post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN) who have had a history of inadequate response to gabapentin doses of 1800 mg/day or higher.
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FDA Approves First Gout Drug In 40 Years
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Peptic Ulcers - Pain Relief the Natural Way
There is a bacterium called Helicobacter pylori that in most cases causes an ulcer. In the old days it was thought that stress alone caused peptic ulcers, but as we know now, that is not the case. If this bacterium is the culprit in your case you will have been given a course of antibiotics for the next 10 to 14 days. It takes about two months... -
Freedom From Pain Through Rehabilitation
Patients who suffer from musculoskeletal injuries or trauma generally suffer from extreme pain, inflammation and mobility problems. A musculoskeletal rehabilitation program is one in which doctors work with such patients to reduce symptoms of pain, enhance movement and improve their general quality of life. There is physical, emotional and social... -
How to Prevent Runner's Knee
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Clot-Busting Therapy Under Review (HealthDay)
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Common Gout Causes - Treating the Root Cause of the Problem
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FDA says it made 'mistakes' on knee-device approval
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Drug war hits close
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