Anticoagulant

Elixir Medical To Present Randomized Clinical Dataset Featuring World’s First Triple Drug-Eluting Coronary Implant Eluting Two Anticoagulants and Sirolimus at TCT 2023

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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The data compare DESyne BDS Plus, the world’s first triple drug-eluting stent with local anticoagulation delivery technology using two anticoagulants (rivaroxaban and argatroban) and an anti-proliferative mTOR inhibitor (sirolimus) to a second-generation durable polymer DES.

Key Points: 
  • The data compare DESyne BDS Plus, the world’s first triple drug-eluting stent with local anticoagulation delivery technology using two anticoagulants (rivaroxaban and argatroban) and an anti-proliferative mTOR inhibitor (sirolimus) to a second-generation durable polymer DES.
  • “Stent thrombosis after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), though rare, is a severe complication with death or heart attack risk of up to 50% after the event.
  • An imaging subset of 60 patients had angiographic and optical coherence tomography (OCT) assessment completed at six months.
  • Elixir Medical is also hosting the scientific symposium, “Innovation for PCI: Improved outcomes require disruption” featuring a panel of speakers including Robert W. Yeh, M.D., Mirvat Alasnag, M.D, Ignacio Cruz-Gonzalez, M.D., Ph.D., Roxana Mehran, M.D.

CytoSorbents Highlights Upcoming Presentations at EACTS 2023: Focus on Antithrombotic Removal including the 2nd Analysis of the International STAR Registry

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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The International STAR Registry captures high fidelity data on real-world clinical use and associated clinical outcomes using CytoSorb® for antithrombotic drug removal (ATR) in the acute hospital setting.

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  • The International STAR Registry captures high fidelity data on real-world clinical use and associated clinical outcomes using CytoSorb® for antithrombotic drug removal (ATR) in the acute hospital setting.
  • The STAR Registry, not to be confused with the completed U.S. and Canada STAR-T pivotal trial, is enrolling ahead of internal projections with plans for ongoing presentations at large, international conferences.
  • The first registry analysis entitled, “ Insights from the International Safe and Timely Antithrombotic Removal (STAR) Registry ” was presented at the EuroPCR conference in May 2023, the largest interventional cardiology conference in the E.U., attracting 11,500+ participants this year.
  • It also includes, for the first time, data on patients being treated with CytoSorb to reduce seven different antithrombotic medications.

Study Confirming Overwhelming Reduction in Bleeding of the Dual-Acting Factor XI/XIa Inhibitor Abelacimab as Compared to Rivaroxaban Selected as Late-Breaker Oral Presentation at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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This news comes just days after it was announced that the AZALEA-TIMI 71 study was stopped early by the independent Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) due to an overwhelming greater-than-anticipated reduction in major and clinically relevant non-major bleeds in abelacimab compared to rivaroxaban and a benefit/risk profile also favoring abelacimab.

Key Points: 
  • This news comes just days after it was announced that the AZALEA-TIMI 71 study was stopped early by the independent Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) due to an overwhelming greater-than-anticipated reduction in major and clinically relevant non-major bleeds in abelacimab compared to rivaroxaban and a benefit/risk profile also favoring abelacimab.
  • A Fast-Track Designation for abelacimab was previously granted by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in patients with atrial fibrillation.
  • “This additional positive news further recognizes the confidence that Anthos Therapeutics placed early-on in the development program of abelacimab.
  • The results of the AZALEA-TIMI 71 study firmly establishes that thrombosis can successfully be uncoupled from hemostasis,” said John Glasspool, CEO, Anthos Therapeutics.

LEQEMBI® Intravenous Infusion (Lecanemab) Approved for the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease in Japan

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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INDICATION, DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IN THE U.S.

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  • INDICATION, DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION IN THE U.S.
    LEQEMBI is indicated for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
  • Treatment with LEQEMBI should be initiated in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia stage of disease, the population in which treatment was initiated in clinical trials.
  • ARIA usually occurs early in treatment and is usually asymptomatic, although serious and life-threatening events rarely can occur.
  • Testing for ApoE ε4 status should be performed prior to initiation of treatment to inform the risk of developing ARIA.

Memphis Seniors with a History of Atrial Fibrillation Joining New Research Study

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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A global research study is now available in Memphis, Tenn., for an investigational medication that may help patients with a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib) decrease their risk of stroke.

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  • A global research study is now available in Memphis, Tenn., for an investigational medication that may help patients with a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib) decrease their risk of stroke.
  • “Atrial fibrillation is a common issue in older adults and significantly impacts our seniors here in Memphis,” said Dr. Joseph Weinstein, Principal Investigator at Care Access - Memphis.
  • Care Access opened its Memphis location in collaboration with local community leaders and healthcare providers seeking to make clinical research more accessible to local residents.
  • With a global network of over 150 research sites, Care Access supports research studies conducted by 14 of the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.

Tamarac Seniors Diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation Join Innovative Research Study

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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A global research study is now available in Tamarac, Fla., for an investigational treatment to help patients with a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib) decrease their risk of stroke.

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  • A global research study is now available in Tamarac, Fla., for an investigational treatment to help patients with a history of atrial fibrillation (AFib) decrease their risk of stroke.
  • Patients with AFib are known to have a four to five times higher risk of stroke than the general population.
  • Care Access opened its Tamarac location in collaboration with local community leaders and healthcare providers seeking to make clinical research more accessible to South Florida residents.
  • With a global network of over 150 research sites, Care Access supports research studies conducted by 14 of the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.

Alarming Increase in Cardiovascular Disorders Propels Growth in the 2023 Global Atherosclerosis Drugs Market - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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The global atherosclerosis drugs market, valued at $20.60 billion in 2022, is poised for substantial growth and is estimated to reach $27.71 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3% from 2023 to 2032.

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  • The global atherosclerosis drugs market, valued at $20.60 billion in 2022, is poised for substantial growth and is estimated to reach $27.71 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3% from 2023 to 2032.
  • Atherosclerosis drugs play a vital role in reducing plaque formation, managing cholesterol levels, reducing inflammation, preventing blood clots, and improving blood flow.
  • The growth of the global atherosclerosis drugs market is primarily driven by the alarming increase in cardiovascular disorders.
  • Additionally, the rising awareness of early diagnosis and treatment of atherosclerosis is boosting the demand for these drugs, positively impacting market growth.

Atrial Fibrillation Study with Abelacimab Stopped Early by the Data Monitoring Committee Due to an Overwhelming Reduction in Bleeding as Compared to a DOAC (Direct Oral Anticoagulant)

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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The study has been stopped early by the Data Monitoring Committee due to an overwhelming reduction in the composite of major and clinically relevant non-major bleeding in patients taking abelacimab compared with patients taking rivaroxaban, a leading standard-of-care DOAC.

Key Points: 
  • The study has been stopped early by the Data Monitoring Committee due to an overwhelming reduction in the composite of major and clinically relevant non-major bleeding in patients taking abelacimab compared with patients taking rivaroxaban, a leading standard-of-care DOAC.
  • In addition, abelacimab is the first and only Factor XI inhibitor to demonstrate an unprecedented reduction in major bleeding compared to a DOAC, which is the most serious type of bleeding.
  • “The AZALEA-TIMI 71 study is the largest and longest head-to-head study of a Factor XI inhibitor to provide definitive evidence of a highly significant reduction in bleeding as compared to the standard-of-care anticoagulant.
  • Abelacimab 150 mg maintains ~98% inhibition over the dosing interval, recapitulating the benign bleeding profile of patients with genetic Factor XI deficiency.

New Resource from National Comprehensive Cancer Network Breaks the Silence on Common but Lesser-Known Cause of Cancer Deaths

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN®) today announced the publication of a new supportive care patient guideline focused on preventing and treating cancer-associated blood clots, also known as venous thromboembolism (VTE). Research shows that people with cancer are nine times more likely to experience blood clots than those without cancer. Blood clots are a leading cause of death for people with cancer, second only to the direct effects of the cancer itself.1,2

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  • Research shows that people with cancer are nine times more likely to experience blood clots than those without cancer.
  • Blood clots are a leading cause of death for people with cancer, second only to the direct effects of the cancer itself.1,2
    Research shows that people with cancer are nine times more likely to experience blood clots than those without cancer.
  • "Cancer is a strong risk factor for developing a blood clot, and thrombosis is the second leading cause of death in patients with cancer.
  • Preventing and treating blood clots is also discussed in several relevant disease-specific NCCN patient guidelines, including for pancreatic cancer, multiple myeloma, and myeloproliferative neoplasms.

Wegovy was inspired by Gila monster venom – here are some other drugs with surprising origins

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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Indeed, many have exotic origins, including the blockbuster drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, which were inspired by the venom of the Gila monster.

Key Points: 
  • Indeed, many have exotic origins, including the blockbuster drugs Wegovy and Ozempic, which were inspired by the venom of the Gila monster.
  • Scientists found that a hormone in the Gila monster’s venom called exendin-4 could be used to treat type 2 diabetes.
  • The Gila monster is not the only reptile to inspire groundbreaking drugs.
  • Indeed, the venom of the Brazilian pit viper inspired a class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors.

Anticoagulants

    • The anticoagulant drugs bivalirudin and desirudin are derived from hirudin.
    • If a blood clot jams up an artery, it can cause a stroke or heart attack.
    • The drug really took off in 1955 after US president Dwight Eisenhower was successfully treated with it following a heart attack.

Explosive finding

    • Nitroglycerin was first discovered in the 19th century, and is derived from glycerol where its explosive properties were initially noted.
    • Middle-aged men who worked with explosives – such as those building the rail networks – would sometimes note that their chest pain subsided after handling sticks of dynamite.
    • The drug is still used today and is known for the annoying side-effect of triggering explosives scanners at airports.