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FDA approves first drug to treat specific type of insomnia
FDA approved zolpidem tartrate sublingual tablets (Intermezzo, Transcept Pharmaceuticals) for use as needed to treat insomnia characterized by middle-of-the-night waking followed by difficulty returning to sleep.
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Making good decisions requires that physicians have reliable and practical data. Comparative effectiveness reviews and objective findings on different medical interventions and strategies, as provided by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality in its Effective Health Care Program, can help physicians make the most informed choices among treatment options.
New Tool: Rx Adherence Predictor
Now you can determine in advance the likelihood of a patient filling and staying on their medications. This tool can support your ability to prioritize and target patients who may benefit from counseling about the importance of maintaining your prescribed drug regimen.
Doxepin (Silenor): A histamine H1-receptor antagonist for the treatment of insomnia
New Formulation: Doxepin (Silenor) was approved in March 2010 for the treatment of insomnia.
OTC sleep aids: You snooze, you win
Nearly a third of all Americans have trouble getting a good night's sleep. Although customers seeking OTC help this year will have to rely on the old stand-by, antihistamines, a few new products are available.
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