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- AAD Releases Second Set of Choosing Wisely Recommendationshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/aad-releases-second-set-of-choosing-wisely-recommendations/2458884/The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) released its second set of recommendations regarding dermatologic tests and treatments that are not always necessary. These recommendations were developed as part of the Choosing Wisely® campaign, an ABIM Foundation initiative designed to help patients avoi…
- Genentech Initiates Phase III Trial of Rituximab in Pemphigus Vulgarishttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/genentech-initiates-phase-iii-trial-of-rituximab-in-pemphigus-vulgaris/2458885/Genentech has initiated a Phase III clinical trial investigating the use of Rituxan (rituximab) in patients with pemphigus vulgaris (PV). The aim of the PEMPHIX study is to determine the efficacy and safety of Rituxan for the treatment of PV. According to the company, results of independent studi…
- Novartis Drug Odomzo Gains EU Approval for Locally Advanced Basal Cell Carcinomahttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/novartis-drug-odomzo-gains-eu-approval-for-locally-advanced-basal-cell-carcinoma/2458887/Novartis has announced the European Commission approval of Odomzo® (sonidegib, formerly LDE225) 200 mg capsules for the treatment of adult patients with locally advanced basal cell carcinoma (laBCC) who are not amenable to curative surgery or radiation therapy1. “I have seen first-hand the deva…
- Simulated Patient Encounter Part of Summer AAD Programhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/simulated-patient-encounter-part-of-summer-aad-program/2458888/Simulated patient encounters have come to the American Academy of Dermatology's summer meeting, offering a unique, hands-on educational experience for attendees. Speaking to Seemal Desai, MD for DermTube.com's coverage of the 2015 Summer Meeting of the AAD in New York City, Kanade Shinkai, MD, PhD …
- DermTube Kicks Off Video Coverage of SAAD in New Yorkhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/dermtube-kicks-off-video-coverage-of-saad-in-new-york/2458889/With the American Academy of Dermatology meeting currently underway in New York, Practical Dermatology® magazine and DermTube have begun their joint video coverage of the event, with video interview with key opinion leaders. Surveying a wide variety of topics within the specialty, the videos offer …
- LaserCap Receives 510(k) Clearance for Hair Treatment Devicehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/lasercap-receives-510k-clearance-for-hair-treatment-device/2458894/LaserCap® Company has received FDA 510(k) clearance for the LCPRO as an effective women's hair loss treatment and to promote hair growth. With 224 laser diodes, it has the optimal power level for hair growth, while offering complete scalp coverage. The LaserCap LCPRO is not only safe and effective,…
- Nuvo Research Granted US Patent for Topical Onychomycosis Formulationhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/nuvo-research-granted-us-patent-for-topical-onychomycosis-formulation/2458896/The United States Patent and Trademark Office granted a new U.S. patent number 9,084,754 ('754 Patent) to Nuvo Research Inc. for its highly permeating topical formulations of terbinafine, an antifungal drug, and methods for treating onychomycosis. The '754 Patent will expire on March 8, 2031. Nuvo …
- Court Rules in Favor of Amarin Corp. in "Off-label" Disputehttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/court-rules-in-favor-of-amarin-corp-in-off-label-dispute/2458897/Amarin Corporation plc (NASDAQ: AMRN) today announced a United States District Court has ruled that Amarin may promote to healthcare professionals certain uses of Amarin'slead product, Vascepa®(icosapent ethyl) capsules, that are not covered by current FDA-approved labeling for the drug so long as …
- Cellfina Cleared to Treat Cellulite for Up to Two Yearshttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/cellfina-cleared-to-treat-cellulite-for-up-to-two-years/2458898/The Cellfina System from Ulthera, Inc. has received FDA clearance for the long-term improvement in the appearance of cellulite on the buttocks and thighs with no loss of benefit for up to 2 years. Ulthera is a a wholly-owned subsidiary of Merz, Inc. The Cellfina™ System will be available to physici…
- National Psoriasis Foundation Launches Patient-centered Research Platformhttps://practicaldermatology.com/news/national-psoriasis-foundation-launches-patient-centered-research-platform/2458902/Patients with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis can contribute directly to the future of research into these chronic, systemic autoimmune diseases through the National Psoriasis Foundation’s patient-centered research network called Citizen Pscientist. This online, interactive community, allows peop…