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6/13/2006 2:27:00 PM | Novartis, Merck collaborate on new diabetes drug 
=(0) A new class of drugs for type II diabetes is under development by Merck and Novartis. The drugs, known as DPP-4 inhibitors, are meant to stimulate certain hormones that control glucose metabolism. Both Merck's Januvia and Novartis' Galvus worked well in clinical trials and had fewer side effects than current diabetes medications. Bot...
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6/2/2006 4:03:00 AM | Pinpointing Causes Of Adverse Reactions To Popular Type 2 Diabetes ... =(0) Researchers are starting to pinpoint the cause of adverse reactions seen in some diabetes patients treated with Avandia (rosiglitazone) and drugs of its class (thiazolidinediones). While they are very effective at lowering blood glucose, they can lead to fluid retention, swelling, heart complications, and even visual problems if the retina is ...
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3/13/2006 1:42:00 AM | Drugs may cause B-12 deficiency =(0) Patients taking certain diabetes or gastric reflux medications should be watchful for signs of Vitamin B12 deficiency. Such symptoms include hair loss, anemia, fatigue, mental confusion, and signs of nerve damage such as tingling or numbness. Avandamet and Prilosec are two popular drugs that may lead to this condition.......
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