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The Management of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis 8/20/2009

Patients with this progressive, fatal neurologic disorder may need more drug therapy for symptom management than is required for most other diseases. 



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Assisting Seniors With Insomnia: A Comprehensive Approach 6/18/2009

Insomnia is a common but often underdiagnosed complaint in the elderly population.

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Refractory Epilepsy 3/18/2009

Some patients continue to experience seizures despite trials with multiple antiepileptic drugs. Pharmacists can play a significant role in the management of individual drug therapy and subsequently improve patient outcomes.

Neurologic Visits to Ambulatory-Care Settings 1/26/2009

The increase in outpatient visits in the past decade is attributed to the aging of the American population and a resultant rise in prescription drug utilization.


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Restless Legs Syndrome: A Common, Underdiagnosed Disorder 1/26/2009

Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is a common sensorimotor disorder of the central nervous system. It is characterized by an irresistible urge or need to move the limbs that occurs as a result of uncomfortable limb sensations.

Patients With Headaches: The Pharmacist's Role 1/26/2009

Pharmacists are often approached by patients who request assistance when choosing a headache medicine.

Dermatologic Concerns with Psychotropics 4/18/2008

Adverse drug reactions are a potential problem with all medications.

Clinical News Digest 2/20/2008

FDA Modifies Prescribing Information for Contraceptive Skin Patch The FDA issued a notice that it modified the prescribing information for the Ortho Evra Contraceptive Transdermal Patch to include the results of a new epidemiological study that found women who used the birth control patch were at a higher risk of developing venous thromboembolism (VTE) than those who used birth control pills.

Causes of Seizures in the Elderly 1/24/2008

A variety of neurologic conditions present more often in individuals of advancing age.

Football Concussions Not Dependent on Severity 1/23/2008

Football players can get a concussion regardless of the level of play or how hard they are hit.

Cerebral Palsy: Pharmacologic Treatment of Spasticity 1/21/2008

Cerebral palsy is the leading cause of childhood disability.

Dementia Affects 3.4 Million Americans 71 and Older 12/20/2007

Researchers at Duke University and the University of Michigan report that approximately 14% of Americans age 71 and older have some form of dementia.

The ReBuilder 12/20/2007

It is estimated that 10 to 20 million Americans suffer from neuropathy.

Lead Toxicity 12/20/2007

While the overall incidence of lead poisoning has decreased, it is still prevalent.

Drug-Induced Movement Disorders: A Primer 11/19/2007

DIMDs remain a significant burden among certain patient populations, such as those receiving treatment with dopamine receptorÒblocking agents (DRBAs; e.

No Money Headaches 9/19/2007

If you think that having money causes more headaches, think again.

Policing Sleep Patterns 9/19/2007

Researchers attending a recent Associated Professional Sleep Societies Meeting reported that four out of 10 police officers may be working with a variety of sleep problems, including sleep apnea, insomnia, restless legs syndrome, or narcolepsy.

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Sciatica 5/2/2007

Sciatica is a common form of back and leg pain that results from compression of the sciatic nerve, a large nerve that runs from the lower spine behind the hip joint and down the back of each leg.

Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus 1/23/2007

Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH) is a neurologic condition that is considered vastly underdiagnosed, as it typically induces symptoms similar to those seen in other forms of dementia.

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