NPS RADAR December 2004 NPS RADAR December 2004

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NPS RADAR December 2004 NPS RADAR>Full Issue>Health Professional Publication NPS RADAR articles provide timely, independent, evidence-based assessment of new drugs, new PBS listings and research for health professionals.
Galantamine (Reminyl) prolonged-release capsules for dementia in Alzheimer's disease NPS RADAR>Review>Health Professional Publication Reviews use of galantamine prolonged-release capsules for dementia in Alzheimer's disease, including comparison with immediate-release preparation and long-term therapeutic effect.
Orlistat (Xenical) over-the-counter for obesity NPS RADAR>Review>Health Professional Publication Reviews re-scheduling of orlistat to Schedule 3 and use of orlistat for obesity in combination with lifestyle changes.
Quinine (Quinate, Quinbisul, Quinsul) for muscle cramp NPS RADAR>Review>Health Professional Publication Reports on deletion of PBS listing and approved indications for muscle cramp for all oral quinine products.
Sertraline, fluoxetine for premenstrual dysphoric disorder NPS RADAR>Review>Health Professional Publication Reviews use of sertraline (Zoloft) and fluoxetine (Lovan, Prozac) for premenstrual dysphoric disorder, including diagnosis criteria and combination with behavioural therapy.

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Date published: 2004-12-01 00:00:00

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