Gilead Sciences Leads The Race In Developing A Hepatitis C Pill

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The hep C drug market saw explosive growth in 2011 with the introduction of Incivek and Victrelis, which boosted sales in the category by about $ 1 billion last year to $ 2.6 billion, according to market research from GBI Research. … Pending results …
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New Alzheimer's drug studies offer patients hope

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AP Business Writer. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) – For Alzheimer's patients desperate for an effective treatment, several new studies starting up offer hope. After dozens of promising experimental drugs failed, scientists think they're now on the right track …
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Lee County drug program helps offenders get treatment

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The 29-year-old was arrested while driving in a company vehicle in January 2011 after attempting to buy prescription pain pills from an undercover Opelika police officer, according to court records. “I started chewing pills … … Thursday, Masters …
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Pacira licenses Exparel for veterinary uses

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The Food and Drug Administration approved Exparel in October 2011 as a treatment for pain following surgery. Pacira said Aratana will study the drug as a treatment for use on animals, starting with pets. Pacira will receive $ 1 million upfront from …
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