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November 8, 2007
me too drug!
Analysis of: A.T.S. Pharmaceuticals, A Division Of Auriga Laboratories, Launches Coraz™ Lotion For The Treatment Of Seborrheic Dermatitis | www.medicalnewstoday.com
Author: GLG Expert Contributor
Why bother with this branded 2% hydrocortisone lotion?  Likely third tier, and nothing special other than the gimicky wash that goes along with it.  The lotion is a very weak %of steroid- so probably minimally useful. ? pediatric indication, would possibly have some hope for the product.
Sunil DhawanOctober 8, 2007
Abbotts ABT-874 shows good results in Psoriasis
Analysis of: Abbott's ABT-874 Shows Positive Results for Maintenance of Response in Phase II Psoriasis Study | www.pipelinereview.com
Author: Sunil Dhawan, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Stanford University
Abbotts ABT-874 monoclonal antibody for psoriasis shows impressive results in the phase 2 trial. The results were up to 90% of patients achieving at least 75% reduction in their psoriasis. These results are as good or better than those with Remicade the most effective biologic for psoriasis currently....
Sunil DhawanSeptember 28, 2007
Relieva results in recent clinical trial for eczema
Analysis of: Relieva Exceeds Expectations In Recent Clinical Trial For Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) | www.medicalnewstoday.com
Author: Sunil Dhawan, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Stanford University
The recent results for a trial of Relieva in atopic dermatitis or eczema, a cream containing a homeopathic compound, were positive by a report from the company. The study sample was small, and the trial was open label. Generally these trials have a larger number of patients, and are blinded. Also it...
September 24, 2007
This treatment is unsafe and regulation is going to make it obsolete for a time
Analysis of: Feel Pudgy? There’s a Shot for That | www.nytimes.com
Author: GLG Expert Contributor
This treatment is run illegally, in violation of FDA laws Additionally, it is outlawed in Europe, Canada and Brazil, among other places Lastly, it isn't all that effective, from what I hear, and very painful.  In summary, better options will become available.
Sunil DhawanSeptember 10, 2007
FDA issues warning to Melanocorp
Analysis of: FDA Issues Warning Letter To Melanocorp, Inc. For Illegal Sale Of Melanotan II -Agency Warns Consumers About Using And Purchasing Unapproved Product | www.medicalnewstoday.com
Author: Sunil Dhawan, Clinical Assistant Professor of Dermatology, Stanford University
 The FDA warning to Melanocorp regarding their product Melanotan was justified. These warnings are far too few and infrequent, and numerous companies make claims without studies or substantiation. The agency is overwhelmed with NDA's, and has difficulty handling the work that currently exists....
August 28, 2007
This coud ne a Panora's Box
Analysis of: New Medicare Regulations Adopted To Reduce Certain Hospital Infections And Medical Errors | www.medicalnewstoday.com
Author: Michael Bain, Plastic and Reconstructive Physician, Michael A Bain, MD
If a patient gets a bedsore, who pays for it? Most importantly, what does this mean to KCI and the other wound companies? Where will it end?
August 17, 2007
A Novel Approach to Infection - No More Staph Meetings!
Analysis of: NUCRYST Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Clearance Of Antimicrobial Barrier Topical Cream | www.medicalnewstoday.com
Author: GLG Expert Contributor
+ Novel antimicrobial barrier will have broad implications for both prophylaxis post-operatively as well as for dermatologic conditions that are suceptible to superinfection (i.e. atopic dermatitis)
August 16, 2007
Lasers for Spider Vein (Phlebectasia) Treatment are Good Enough
Analysis of: Recurrence of Spider Angiomas After Laser Treatment | dermatology.jwatch.org
Author: GLG Expert Contributor
+ Recurrence rates for outdated lasers are a mute point. + The current generation of lasers for vascular lesions are standard of care and deliver as promised.
July 30, 2007
They have improved, but they are not the holy grail
Analysis of: Recurrence of Spider Angiomas After Laser Treatment | dermatology.jwatch.org
Author: Michael Bain, Plastic and Reconstructive Physician, Michael A Bain, MD
Lasers are better than they were 10 years ago.  Especially for vascular lesions; however, they are not all purpose machines that can do everything, as evidenced by new ones every year.
July 12, 2007
I would love it
Analysis of: Norwegian hacker says he can bypass AT&T on iPhone | today.reuters.com
Author: Michael Bain, Plastic and Reconstructive Physician, Michael A Bain, MD
It would be great to get an unlocked i-phone...

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