Prednisone News
Osteoporosis a risk when taking steroids
Thousands of New Yorkers take oral steroid treatments like prednisone. It helps relieve the pain of such chronic conditions as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and asthma.
Cougar initiates Phase III prostate cancer trial
Cougar Biotechnology has started enrolling patients in its Phase III clinical trial of the company's lead drug candidate CB7630.
Modulation of 11β-Hydroxysteroid Dehydrogenase (11βHSD) Activity Biomarkers and Pharmacokinetics of PF-00915275, a Selective 11βHSD1 Inhibitor
Context: 11β-Hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11βHSD1) is a promising target for the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. 11βHSD1 catalyzes the intracrine conversion of inactive cortisone to the active...
The International Myeloma Foundation Says New Treatment Regimen for Older Patients Could Soon Be Approved in Europe
The International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) – supporting research and providing education, advocacy and support for myeloma patients, families, researchers and physicians – today said the positive opinion from the European...
Prednisone and Fractures
Corticosteroids such as Prednisone are used in inflammatory conditions for their anti-inflammatory effects.