Asthma treatment

Contamination spurs recall of inhalation drug A Massachusetts generic drug company said Wednesday that it is recalling millions of vials of an inhalation solution widely used by asthma patients and others with breathing problems. Copley Pharmaceutical Inc. said some of its 20-milliliter Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution was contaminated by microbial organisms. It poses special risks of serious infection to people with compromised immune systems, including those with AIDS, cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive lung disease and …..

DRUG-MAKER SETTLEMENT COULD SPELL RELIEF IN STATE A Birmingham lawyer said at least 40 Alabama residents are eligible for payments as part of a proposed $150 million settlement in a class action lawsuit that charged that a drug company sold contaminated medicine. The accord with Copley Pharmaceuticals Inc. over its asthma drug albuterol must still win the final approval of a federal judge in Cheyenne, Wyo. A hearing has been scheduled for Oct. 31 on the matter. Birmingham attorney David Guin thinks the pact, affecting as many as …. Repository, The

Asthma sufferers fret about ban on ‘rescue’ inhalers Asthma sufferers will soon be paying more for increasingly scarce emergency inhalers as part of the price of protecting the environment. By the end of 2008, the government says, the makers of albuterol “rescue” inhalers — used by millions of people to reopen airways during asthma attacks — will have to stop using the ozone-destroying chlorofluorocarbon propellants that power the devices. Three decades ago, scientists found that the

CUTTING MEDICINE COSTS For many Americans, the rising cost of prescription drugs can be a bitter pill to swallow. Government figures show that prices for all prescription drugs jumped 5. 8 percent last year — well above the overall inflation rate of 2. 7 percent. But there are some options available to bring down out-of-pocket drug costs. In recent years, hundreds of companies and organizations have started offering discount prescription drug cards. For a fee, enrollees are promised access to …..

Deaths Spur Asthma-Drug Warning Washington – Twenty users of a new drug for chronic asthma have died since it hit the market in April, possibly because they mistakenly tried to use it, rather than a fast-acting inhaler, to relieve an asthma attack. The drug, Serevent, is effective at preventing asthma attacks over a 12-hour period, and it has been proven safe if used properly, experts said. But it doesn’t treat actual asthma attacks, because it takes at least 30 minutes to begin working ….. . Disease Proof – July 4, 2008 Kids: Nebulization Ups Cardiac Injury Risk Jul. 3, 2008 ( Disease Proof delivered by Newstex) Albuterol nebulization often used to treat acute asthma attacks has been shown to increase cardiac risks in children.

http://www.healasthma.com – . Kevin, M.D Medical Weblog – A shot of adrenaline, for asthma? Feb. , ( Kevin, M.D Medical Weblog delivered by Newstex) Cheap, generic albuterol inhalers for asthma are being phased out in favor of more expensive, more environmentally friendly, inhalers. Patients, however, are bearing the brunt of the cost, with what used to cost less than now costing several times more. This country doctor relates a story of one his patients who injected himself with epinephrine for his asthma attacks. “When his asthma kicked… . wire (USA) – Teva Specialty Pharmaceuticals to Join the Philadelphia Phillies in Hosting a Red Goes Green Asthma Awareness Night on Tuesday, Switching of Inhalers Better for Ozone PRNewswire — Teva Specialty Pharmaceuticals is partnering with the Philadelphia Phillies to host a unique Red Goes Green Asthma Awareness Night on Tuesday, before and during the p.m. Phillies-Marlins game at Citizens Bank Park. The reason quick-relief asthma inhalers are going green. The federal government has set as the deadline for switching from the old CFC-based albuterol inhalers, which release propellants that deplete the ozone layer, to the… . ‘Back to School’ tips for children with asthma and their parents The American Lung Association offers parents a seven step checklist to ensure a safe and healthy school year for children who suffer from this sometimes debilitating disease.Parents first must be aware manufacturers are phasing out production of a common type of albuterol inhaler, often called a CFC inhaler. By Dec. , CFC inhalers will not be available to the consumer public and will be replaced by an HFA inhaler.The FDA has found that HFA inhalers are safe and just as effective as… . Nelson’s Broker Summaries – SEPRACOR INC EPS Estimated At . Company SEPRACOR INC Report Headline “CMS Releases Q ASP Data; Albuterol and Xoponex Fall as Expected” Report Date Current FY EPS Estimate [FY ] . Previous EPS Estimate for Current FY [FY ] . Current Quarter EPS Estimate [Q ] . Next FY EPS Estimate [FY ] . Previous EPS Estimate for Next FY [FY ] . Current Recommendation HOLD Research Firm SFG Analyst ERIC… . Chicago Tribune Music venue first-aid staffs weigh melodies, maladies In a small tent behind a softball field backstop, six men and women in bright red shirts were relaxed and cheery as the sounds of loud music and a large crowd drifted over them on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.But when people began to show up at the tent for help, they snapped into quick action. Shortly, a woman with several facial piercings was receiving albuterol through a mask to treat an asthma attack. In the next chair, a man wearing a backward cap was breathing oxygen… . Chicago Tribune Music venue first-aid staffs weigh melodies, maladies Aug. –In a small tent behind a softball field backstop, six men and women in bright red shirts were relaxed and cheery as the sounds of loud music and a large crowd drifted over them on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. But when people began to show up at the tent for help, they snapped into quick action.Shortly, a woman with several facial piercings was receiving albuterol through a mask to treat an asthma attack. In the next chair, a man wearing a backward cap was breathing oxygen… . Knight-Ridder/Tribune Business News – Music venue first-aid staffs weigh melodies, maladies Aug. In a small tent behind a softball field backstop, six men and women in bright red shirts were relaxed and cheery as the sounds of loud music and a large crowd drifted over them on a beautiful Sunday afternoon.But when people began to show up at the tent for help, they snapped into quick action.Shortly, a woman with several facial piercings was receiving albuterol through a mask to treat an asthma attack. In the next chair, a man wearing a backward cap was breathing oxygen while… . Second inmate to face charges in death By Jeff Starck jstarck@wdhprint.com A second person will be charged in connection to the Jan. death of a Marathon County Jail inmate who was given unauthorized prescription medications in his cell, a prosecutor says.Jeremy J. Moeller, , already faces charges of first-degree reckless homicide and delivery of an amphetamine after he was accused of providing the controlled substance Adderall. Moeller gave a half-tablet of his prescribed attention-deficit… . Second person to be charged in jail death By Jeff Starck jstarck@wdhprint.com A second person will be charged in connection with the Jan. death of a Marathon County Jail inmate who was given drugs in his cell, a prosecutor says.Jeremy J. Moeller, , already was charged with first-degree reckless homicide and delivery of an amphetamine after he was accused of providing the controlled substance Adderall. Moeller gave a half-tablet of his prescribed attention-deficit disorder drug to -year-old… Asthma inhaler shortage not felt in San Juan County FARMINGTON � Asthma sufferers in San Juan County will not need to worry about a reported shortage of inhalers this summer, according to the pharmacy at San Juan Regional Medical Center.”We haven’t felt it here,” said Ernie Armenta, hospital pharmacist. “We haven’t seen a shortage.”The reported shortage, that is affecting some of the nation, is due to a change in manufacturing of inhalers. The… –

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The University of Arizona findings, appearing today in the New England
Journal of Medicine, are part of the world’s longest-running study of
childhood respiratory illnesses and support recent studies showing that
children benefit from minor colds…. , of 795 words . Evansville
Courier, The IN – March , 2000 PEOPLE WITH ASTHMA NEED COURAGE AND GOOD
FRIENDS Jeremy has asthma. But, the asthma does not have him. We met for
lunch Downtown recently. The last time I had seen him, he was 15 or
16.The 28-year-old man I knew as a high school student has come a long
way. Among other things, he is now a partner with two other people in
their own business. He happily agreed to share his story, saying that if
he could just help one other person, it would be worth it. I became
interested in learning more about asthma after my own was diagnosed…. ,
of 804 words . Times-Picayune, The New Orleans, LA – March , 2000 ASTHMA
CLASSES HELP FAMILIES BREATHE EASIER As the mother of three children with
asthma, I have had to wake many nights to treat a child who is short of
breath. A child having an asthma attack is a scary thing for both the
child and the parent. Many days I dread leaving the house because I am
afraid my son, Marahawn, will have an attack and his school won’t be able
to get in touch with me.Parents of children with any kind of medical
condition often feel guilty, but there is hope on the horizon.West
Jefferson Medical… , of 554 words . Mt Druitt Standard Sydney,
Australia – January 26, 2000 KIDS SWIM OVER ASTHMA OBSTACLES SWIMMING and
asthma control have gone hand in hand for some time and Australian
swimmer Matthew Dunn and TV sports presenter Bill Woods have been diving
in to spread the message. One in four Australian children grows up with
asthma, something both Matthew and Bill did.The two joined a group of
children who have asthma at the Sydney International Aquatic Centre
during the school holidays and took part in an aquatic obstacle course to
show asthma doesn’t have to be an obstacle to… , of 264 words . Newsday
Melville, NY – January 20, 2000 Dust Mites Linked to Asthma / Among
triggers in household air Washington-As doctors struggle to understand
why asthma is rising at an alarming rate, a report released yesterday
concludes microscopic dust mites that lurk in carpets and bedding can
push children who are susceptible to asthma-but don’t yet have it-to
develop the disease. Some 17.3 million Americans have asthma, a
respiratory disease that leaves sufferers coughing, wheezing and gasping
for air.Cases of asthma have risen about 75 percent since 1980,
particularly among blacks… , of 454 words . Chicago Tribune – November
10, 1999 ASTHMA RESEARCHER FINDS GAS STOVES MAY PRECIPITATE ATTACKS Gas
stoves may be a risk factor for asthma, joining cigarette smoke,
household dust, cats and mold, researchers said last week.A study of
adults with asthma showed that those who cooked with a gas stove were
twice as likely to visit a hospital emergency room with an asthmatic
crisis as those who used electric stoves. Dr. Mark Eisner and colleagues
at the University of California surveyed information from allergists,
pulmonary specialists and general family doctors in California, and
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. Hull Daily Mail England – October 5, 1999 Hull Daily Mail: SHES 15 and
still battling against the asthma diagnosed when she was a baby SHES 15
and still battling against the asthma diagnosed when she was a baby.
Newland School for Girls pupil Robyn Randall explains to readers, in her
own words, how the condition affects her life… Having an asthma attack
is pretty hard to describe; you cant breathe and you feel really nervous,
which makes it worse. One way to explain what it is like is to ask you to
imagine yourself drowning. You can only breathe every now and then when
you come up to the… , of 7 words . *- September 27, 1999 Breathe
easier, even with asthma Workshop will focus on living life with asthma
By Kerry McCray Times-Delta Cigarette smoke, pollen, car exhaust, stress.
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Asthma is on the rise in cities and suburbs alike, but it is especially
bad in the inner cities, with rates often double those found elsewhere. A
major study attempted to learn the reason for this burden. It found that
cockroaches are the most common trigger of inner-city asthma, and
children who live in roach-infested… , of 962 words . *- April 10, 1997
ASTHMA FAIR TO FEATURE OLYMPIAN The winner of the 1997 Run Asthma Control
won’t win a gold medal — but he or she will get to meet someone who
did.Three-time Olympic gold medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee will make an
appearance Sunday after the run at the Asthma Fair to talk about her own
struggles with the disease. Both events are at Albuquerque Academy. We
thought she would be a great inspirational speaker, said Beverly
Besedick, assistant director of the American Lung Association of… , of
455 words . The Buffalo News – April 8, 1997 HEADING OFF AN ASTHMA
EMERGENCY Individualized asthma education and treatment plans will often
prevent flare-ups of the disease from becoming tragedies.Asthma is a
disease of hyperactivity of the breathing tubes, typified by periods of
exacerbation and remission.During an asthmatic exacerbation the bronchial
tubes narrow with muscle constriction and inflammation of the bronchial
tissues. Mucus may clog the smaller tubes and air is trapped, making
breathing difficult Each year the disease claims about 5,000 lives,
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. Press of Atlantic City, The NJ – March 19, 1997 DEVELOP PLAN TO HEAD
OFF ASTHMA ATTACK BEFORE CONDITION TURNS INTO EMERGENCY Individualized
asthma education and treatment plans will often prevent flare-ups of the
disease from becoming tragedies.Asthma is a disease of hyperactivity of
the breathing tubes, typified by periods of exacerbation and remission.
During an asthmatic exacerbation the bronchial tubes narrow with muscle
constriction and inflammation of the bronchial tissues. Mucus may clog
the smaller tubes and air is trapped, making breathing difficult.Each
year the disease claims about 5,000 lives,… , of 525 words . The San
Diego Union-Tribune – February 16, 1997 Doctor says asthma deaths can be
avoided As many as 5,000 people die of asthma in the United States each
year because they don’t get the appropriate medicine, says Dr. Benjamin
Interiano, director of The Asthma Institute of Houston at Baylor College
of Medicine. The key to controlling asthma is to take medication exactly
as directed by your physician, he says.An incurable, chronic breathing
disorder, asthma causes the airways in the lungs to become swollen,
clogged and overly sensitive to… , of 6 words . The Record New Jersey -
November 5, 1996 NEW DRUG FOR ASTHMA HELPFUL IN MANY CASES An entirely
new class of drugs that could help as much as one-third of asthma
sufferers and open up a new avenue for better medications is on the
market. Doctors say Accolate, taken in pill form, can improve breathing
for those with mild to moderate asthma, especially those who find
carrying inhalers cumbersome and inconvenient. Known generically as
zafirlukast, it is the first new class of asthma agents approved by the
FDA in 20 years.Doctors began writing prescriptions for the medication…
, of 5 words . Oregonian, The Portland, OR – October 1, 1996 REPORT PUTS
FIRST-TIME FOCUS ON ASTHMA IN OREGON Summary: The findings provide a
profile of the 154,000 people in the state with the disease Lips blue,
straining to breathe, Jessica Hodgson made her first visit to the
emergency room as an infant.Now 13, Jessica has come to accept asthma as
part of her life. The Portland middle school student carries a pack of
inhalers and uses the medicine at regular intervals. But she hasn’t let
asthma stop her from taking dance lessons and playing soccer. Jessica is
one of 154,000… , of 1158 words .

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*Madison, WI – September 19, 1996 UW
STUDY EXAMINES `INHALERS’ . Press of Atlantic City, The NJ – March 19,
1997 DEVELOP PLAN TO HEAD OFF ASTHMA ATTACK BEFORE CONDITION TURNS INTO
EMERGENCY Individualized asthma education and treatment plans will often
prevent flare-ups of the disease from becoming tragedies.Asthma is a
disease of hyperactivity of the breathing tubes, typified by periods of
exacerbation and remission. During an asthmatic exacerbation the
bronchial tubes narrow with muscle constriction and inflammation of the
bronchial tissues. Mucus may clog the smaller tubes and air is trapped,
making breathing difficult.Each year the disease claims about 5,000
lives,… , of 525 words . The San Diego Union-Tribune – February 16,
1997 Doctor says asthma deaths can be avoided As many as 5,000 people die
of asthma in the United States each year because they don’t get the
appropriate medicine, says Dr. Benjamin Interiano, director of The Asthma
Institute of Houston at Baylor College of Medicine. The key to
controlling asthma is to take medication exactly as directed by your
physician, he says.An incurable, chronic breathing disorder, asthma
causes the airways in the lungs to become swollen, clogged and overly
sensitive to… , of 6 words . The Record New Jersey – November 5, 1996
NEW DRUG FOR ASTHMA HELPFUL IN MANY CASES An entirely new class of drugs
that could help as much as one-third of asthma sufferers and open up a
new avenue for better medications is on the market. Doctors say Accolate,
taken in pill form, can improve breathing for those with mild to moderate
asthma, especially those who find carrying inhalers cumbersome and
inconvenient. Known generically as zafirlukast, it is the first new class
of asthma agents approved by the FDA in 20 years.Doctors began writing
prescriptions for the medication… , of 5 words . Oregonian, The
Portland, OR – October 1, 1996 REPORT PUTS FIRST-TIME FOCUS ON ASTHMA IN
OREGON Summary: The findings provide a profile of the 154,000 people in
the state with the disease Lips blue, straining to breathe, Jessica
Hodgson made her first visit to the emergency room as an infant.Now 13,
Jessica has come to accept asthma as part of her life. The Portland
middle school student carries a pack of inhalers and uses the medicine at
regular intervals. But she hasn’t let asthma stop her from taking dance
lessons and playing soccer. Jessica is one of 154,000… , of 1158 words
. *Madison, WI – September 19, 1996 UW STUDY EXAMINES `INHALERS’< FOR
MILD ASTHMA, USE IT ONLY WHEN YOU NEED IT, REPORT SAYS If you use an
``inhaler'' to treat mild asthma, UW-Madison has some research for you:
If you use the inhaler only when you feel you need it, your asthma will
be controlled just as effectively as it would should you use the inhaler
on a regular basis.
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Researchers at Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred Hospital have developed a
world-first test using mannitol, a sugar found in many plants.The simple
procedure, developed by at RPA department of respiratory medicine
principal scientist Sandra Anderson, is in the final phase of testing and
is expected to become available by the end of next year.Clinical trials,
involving 600 volunteers,… , of 9 words 92. Hamilton Spectator, The
Ontario, Canada – April 16, 2004 The mystery of asthma: more suffer, but
why? There’s no disputing that much of the world is in the midst of an
unparalleled asthma attack: Medical experts say that there are 200 million
asthma sufferers in the world and the figure is expected to jump to 300
million within 20 years. In many countries, the prevalence of asthma is
rising 20 per cent to 50 per cent every 10 years. But it is the cause of
all this misery that remains murky.Maybe it’s the way we seal ourselves
into our newly built houses. Or maybe… , of 1066 words 92. Fresno Bee,
The CA – March 7, 2004 Hundreds join march on asthma, Tulare County
Asthma Coalition event aims to raise awareness, funds. JaNette Munoz has
lived with asthma her whole life but is still surprised at how little
most people really know about the disease she shares with her husband and
daughter. Asthma can and does kill people, Munoz said. I always think
that since the Valley has so many people who have asthma, that everyone
understands how deadly it can be. But people always seem surprised when I
tell them that it is much more than just having difficulty breathing….
, of 503 words 92. Chicago Sun-Times – January 8, 2004 Puerto Rican,
black child asthma soaring, Racial, economic chasm in Chicago’s health
seen in study A new study has found that percent of Puerto Rican children
in Chicago have asthma, the highest rate on record. Twenty-five percent
of Chicago’s African American kids also have asthma, the study found. The
highest rate ly documented, 25 percent, is in ’s Harlem neighborhood.

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The Chicago study also found a huge racial divide in other health areas. An
adult in mostly Hispanic South Lawndale is about nine times more likely
to be uninsured… , of 750 words 92. *- June , 2003 ASTHMA DRUGS ARE KEY
TO KEEPING KIDS OUT OF THE ER, STUDY SHOWS An ounce of prevention may
really be worth a pound of cure for children with asthma, a new
University of Michigan Health System study shows.Children who have
prescriptions for one or more asthma drugs – which aim to prevent or calm
asthma attacks – have fewer visits to the emergency room for asthma than
those who haven’t been prescribed such medications, the study finds. But
the research also reveals that asthmatic African-American and urban
children rush to the ER more… , of 452 words 92. *- June 20, 2003
Paging Dr. Gupta: New Asthma Drug DARYN KAGAN, *ANCHOR: Millions of
asthma sufferers may soon be breathing easier. Approval of a new radical
treatment is expected soon from government regulators.Dr. Sanjay Gupta is
here to tell us about how it works and when you might be able to get
it.Good morning.DR. SANJAY GUPTA, *MEDICAL CORRESPONDENT: Good
morning.Well, this is a pretty exciting thing for those who have asthma
allergies. This is a pretty common condition. The drug is called Xolair,
and… , of 7 words : 1 – 0 of 295480 | 4 445464748495051
92. Newcastle Herald Australia – May , 2003 Asthma management prevents
hospital visits WHEN there’s heavy rain on the Central Coast, the smart
money’s on asthma puffers. Asthma sufferers bought more puffers last week
while the rain poured down than they have all year.The sales caused a
spike in graphs produced by Central Coast Asthma Watch, which is
monitoring the relationship between asthma irritants, sales of asthma
medications and hospital admissions.Irritants include rainfall, pollen,
air pollution and mould.Central Coast Asthma Watch… , of 527 words 92.
Sydney Morning Herald, The Australia – April 9, 2003 Scourge of asthma
may be declining The asthma epidemic that affects one in four Australian
children shows signs of having peaked and may have begun to fall. A
20-year study of 700 schoolchildren in the Lake Macquarie suburb of
Belmont has given the first indication in two decades that childhood
asthma rates in Australia have at least plateaued, a conference in
Adelaide will be told today.
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| 50. Ledger Dispatch CA – April 4, 2000 BREATHING EASY NOT SO EASY,
ASTHMA ON THE RISE IN THE U.S. Asthma is on the rise in the United
States. Today, 17 million men, women and children have this chronic
condition, which makes breathing difficult. Asthma now affects 1 in 20 of
the overall population and 1 in 10 children.Asthma is a condition of
hyper-reactive airways that react to any number of elements in daily
life. Unpredictable attacks of wheezing alternate with periods of
relatively normal breathing. In an asthma attack, muscles of the
bronchial tree tighten and the linings of air… , of 849 words 50.
Ledger Dispatch CA – April 4, 2000 BREATHING EASY NOT SO EASY, ASTHMA ON
THE RISE IN THE U.S. Asthma is on the rise in the United States. Today,
17 million men, women and children have this chronic condition, which
makes breathing difficult. Asthma now affects 1 in 20 of the overall
population and 1 in 10 children.Asthma is a condition of hyper-reactive
airways that react to any number of elements in daily life. Unpredictable
attacks of wheezing alternate with periods of relatively normal
breathing. In an asthma attack, muscles of the bronchial tree tighten and
the linings of air… , of 778 words 50. *- March 20, 2000 HEALTH: ASTHMA
ON THE RISE Training helps control asthma New classes developed for
children By AMY CROUSE Staff writer Seth McIntire blew a big puff of air
into his peak flow meter, a device that monitors how well his lungs are
functioning. His grandmother, Bev McIntire, checked the reading on the
meter. It’s below 150. That means you’ll have an asthma attack within the
next 24 hours, she said.Eight-year-old Seth is one of an estimated 1,700
children… , of words 50. Deseret News, The Salt Lake City, UT – March
10, 2000 Asthma on rise despite remedies Asthma treatments are better
than ever before. But the number of people the disease kills continues to
increase.The reason, according to Dr. Loren Greenway, director of
pulmonary medicine at LDS Hospital, is the phenomenal growth in the
prevalence of asthma. We really don’t know why this seems to be the case,
but it’s probably rising with the allergen load — household pets and
other things. Greenway and Carol Ann Kent, a respiratory… , of 722
words 50. Capital Times, The Madison, WI – February 19, 2000 ASTHMA
ATTACK CAN TURN FATAL QUITE SUDDENLY Asthma is a disease for which the
medical profession has a key firmly in the lock but has yet to open the
door.“For most people we can control it and even when someone has a bad
attack most times we can treat it very well. So whenever something
serious happens like this, it is always kind of a shock,” said Dr. Mike
Ritter, reacting to the recent asthma death of 29-year-old Michelle
Greer. People often feel robbed when someone dies of asthma because… ,
of 847 words 50. Roanoke Times, The VA – November 2, 1999 TIME IS OF THE
ESSENCE WHEN TREATING ASTHMA Asthma is a disease that requires steady
management.Unchecked, it can lead to hospitalization and even death. But
as long as asthma sufferers don’t ignore symptoms, and seek treatment
early, there is little they can’t do. I’ve had asthma for years and I
play tennis and do all kinds of activities, said Dr. Gates Hoover, an
allergist and immunologist at the Lewis-Gale Clinic in Salem. ”There are
elite… , of 663 words 50. *- October 18, 1999 Asthma skyrocketing in
cities, Researchers study why epidemic hits poor children hardest Asthma
skyrocketing in cities Researchers study why epidemic hits poor children
hardest The asthma epidemic visited Children’s National Medical Center
one recent Friday, the day after a furious rainstorm kicked up allergens
all over Washington. By 9 a.m., the emergency room, where children come
in more often for failing lungs than for broken bones, was jumping.
Harried nurses barked orders for the pharmacy to send more drugs. In bed
after bed, young faces, all African-American,… , of 703 words 50. Rocky
Mountain News CO – October 7, 1999 HARTZ SETTLES IN GIRL’S ASTHMA DEATH
FIRM DENIES THAT FATAL ATTACK OCCURRED BECAUSE 11-YEAR-OLD BREATHED
PESTICIDE WHILE USING FLEA SHAMPOO ON DOG Hartz Mountain Corp.
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An Introduction to Singulair and Side Effects.  Singulair is a block buster asthma drug therapy medicine. As with any medicine, side effects are possible with this drug  (montelukast sodium); however, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects.  This drug  is taken to prevent and treat asthma.  In recent years, it was discovered this medicine was also effective for the treatment of allergic rhinitis.  Singulair  has left a remarkable scientific legacy.  It’s  active ingredient is montelukast, which is a type of medicine known as a leukotriene receptor antagonist.  Singulair 10mg tablets are suitable for adults aged 15 years and over.  Singulair 10mg tablets are not recommended for children under 15 years of age. 

Singulair works by blocking leukotrienes, powerful substances that are involved in the inflammatory process associated with asthma.  Now available by prescription in more than 75 countries, SINGULAIR® was discovered and developed by scientists at the Merck Frosst Centre for Therapeutic Research in Montréal.  In 1994, following Phase I pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and safety studies, the efficacy and general tolerability of SINGULAIR® for the chronic treatment of asthma in adults (15 years of age and older) and in pediatric patients (6 to 14 years of age) were demonstrated in a series of Phase II and Phase III clinical trials. 

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The story of SINGULAIR® began in 1938, when a British researcher named Charles Halliley Kellaway discovered slow-reacting substance anaphylaxis (SRS-A) in the lungs of animals.  Singulair is a leukotriene receptor antagonist that is used, either alone or in conjunction with inhaled corticosteroids, to reduce the frequency of acute asthma attacks.  Do not take Singulair to relieve an asthma attack. 

General Precautions with Singulair: It is very important that you continue to take your other asthma medicines unless your doctor tells you to stop.  Reports of patients’ experiences after Singulair became available include: Allergic reactions including swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and/or throat, (which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing), hives, and itching.  Stop taking Singulair and call your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.  Although Singulair has not been shown to cause this condition, you must tell your doctor right away if you get one or more of these symptoms.

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 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that it is investigating a possible link between the use of the asthma and allergy medication Singulair (montelukast) and behavior or mood changes, including suicidal thinking and action.  The investigation is based upon a small number of reported suicides among millions of people who have taken Singulair.  None of the more than 50 studies of Singulair involving more than 12,000 adults and children have reported a link between Singulair and suidical thoughts or actions.  Until then, no one can be sure if there is any link between Singulair and suicide.  In the meantime, physicians at National Jewish recommend that patients taking Singulair, and the related medications Accolate, Zyflo, and Zyflo CR, should continue taking those medications as long as they are effective and the patient does not experience any suicidal behavior or thoughts.  There are no data from well-designed studies to indicate a link between Singulair and suicide.  Furthermore, comparative data are lacking on the incidence of suicide in the general population versus the incidence in patients taking Singulair.  Based on the information currently available, patients taking Singulair should continue to take the medication as prescribed provided: 1) the patient and physician feel the medication is effective; and 2) the patient does not experience any suicidal behavior or thoughts.

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