Latest News in the pharma Industry

Class of pharmaceuticals appear to prevent and treat Alzheimer's

6 Aug 2013

A class of pharmaceuticals seem to prevent Alzheimer's disease

Researchers discover biomarkers for IBD

6 Aug 2013

US scientists have discovered certain biomarkers for IBD

Monoclonal antibody appears to alleviate symptoms of asthma

6 Aug 2013

Phase IIa clinical trial suggests asthma treatment may be effective

Newtricious appoints first supervisory board

6 Aug 2013

Natural ingredients specialised nutrition company Newtricious has appointed its first supervisory board.

NAMENDA XR drug approved by FDA

6 Aug 2013

The Alzheimer's disease drug is now available in US pharmacies.

New chemo drug may be more effective in certain patient groups

6 Aug 2013

A phase three clinical trial of eribulin mesylate suggested it may be the optimal treatment in certain patient populations.

Pain management drugs market boasts significant growth

6 Aug 2013

The subsector experienced growth of three per cent between 2010 and 2012.

Possible drug pathway for heart failure identified

6 Aug 2013

High levels of the G6P metabolite could disrupt pump function and cause heart failure.

Iroko Pharmaceuticals withdraws initial public offering

5 Aug 2013

Iroko Pharma has announced that it will withdraw its initial public offering.

$89 Billion in Branded Prescription Sales at Risk for Generic Competition By 2014

5 Aug 2013

Generic drugs account for more than 70% of prescriptions dispensed in the U.S. and that figure is expected to grow as brand drugs come off patent and face generic competition.

Improving blood transfusions 'could be massive'

5 Aug 2013

Researchers have developed a new approach to restoring nitric oxide to blood, paving the way for significant developments.

Gold dust vaccine 'boosts immune system'

5 Aug 2013