Migraine pathogenesis and state of pharmacological treatment options Nov 16, 2009
A number of different receptors such as calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP), TRPV1 and glutamate receptors are currently being targeted by potential novel migraine therapeutics. Prospects of this research are exciting and likely to improve the patient care. (BioMed Central)
• Reader questions value of osteopenia medications Sep 3, 2009
I've also taken Evista and calcitonin daily. I take Protonix for reflux, and I learned from your column that acid pills affect absorption. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Types of Thyroid Cancer Aug 27, 2009
Medullary thyroid cancer occurs in specific cells called C cells that secrete the hormone, calcitonin. Calcitonin can be measured with a blood test and is often monitored after treatment to determine how well the patient has responded. (Suite101.com)
Studies: New osteoporosis drug cuts fracture risk Aug 14, 2009
However, based on some prior studies, independent experts say denosumab appears more effective at preventing spine fractures than three older pills Fosamax, Actonel and Boniva and calcitonin nasal sprays, which all use various pathways to slow down or kill cells called osteoclasts that break down bone. Experts think denosumab prevents spine fractures about as well as Reclast, an injected drug that slows bone breakdown, and injected Forteo, the only drug that stimulates bone-building... (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
New bone drug can cut fracture risk in elderly Aug 12, 2009
However, based on some prior studies, independent experts say denosumab appears more effective at preventing spine fractures than three older pills Fosamax, Actonel and Boniva and calcitonin nasal sprays, which all use various pathways to slow down cells called osteoclasts that break down bone. Experts think denosumab prevents spine fractures about as well as Reclast, an intravenously injected drug that slows bone breakdown, and daily just below the skin injections of Forteo, the only... (MSNBC -- Health)
Bone Medical boss steps down Jun 3, 2009
One of its technologies is based on Calcitonin, a natural hormone that has been used to treat bone diseases including osteoporosis - by injection - for over 25 years ... Bone Medical's oral calcitonin product has undergone a range of pre-clinical tests in multiple pig studies and in a primate study undertaken by a leading pharmaceutical company ... The studies confirmed that Capsitonin oral calcitonin can deliver calcitonin into the bloodstream of the animals tested. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Laxative eases bad acne May 5, 2009
There are other drugs for osteoporosis, such as Evista (raloxifene), Forteo (teriparatide) and Miacalcin (calcitonin). We discuss the pros and cons of drugs and nondrug approaches in our Guide to Osteoporosis. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Novo Nordisk postpones pre-launch physician training for liraglutide Apr 29, 2009
In animal studies of liraglutide, C-cell/medullary thyroid tumours were seen in two species of rodents and increased calcitonin a biomarker of human C-cells was also seen in clinical data ... The person further speculated that these would likely be toxicology studies and said the company will also be required to submit a safety plan on this issue for post-licensing, although this is just normal practice when an issue - such as the C-cell tumours in rodents/raised calcitonin in humans,... (FT.com -- Markets)
A real killer headache? Mar 3, 2009
This electrical storm causes the brain to release several neurotransmitters, including two chemicals called Substance P and Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP), that produce inflammation and pain in the blood vessels surrounding our brains. Researchers suspect that over years of repeated migraines, the inflammation from Substance P and CGRP may weaken blood vessels, not only in the head but throughout the body. (MSNBC -- Health)
New Insight into the Cause of Migraine May Lead to Relief for Many Feb 12, 2009
Certain small chemical messengers in the brain, including one known as calcitonin gene related peptide (CGRP), have been identified as potential mediators of migraine pain. New research is providing insight into the cause of migraine. (Pekin Times, IL)
