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Topiramate: Risk of uveitis

Overview Topiramate is indicated for the treatment of epilepsy, and also as prophylaxis against migraine headaches.1 (please see package insert for full prescribing details). Topiramate exerts the…

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Insulin: Risk of cutaneous amyloidosis

Overview Cutaneous amyloidosis is a clump of abnormal amyloid proteins buildup in wave-like projections (dermal papillae) between the dermis and the epidermis.1 It may be associated with the use of…

Announcement

Online Public Engagement

Online public engagement is in line with the government's aspiration to support the principles of transparency and equality for the implementation of a law. Therefore, the Unified Public Consultation…

Announcement

Pusat Pengambilan Permit / Sijil / Lesen Setempat Di NPRA

Diterbit pada: 24 Jun 2020 Kemaskini Terkini pada: 4 Oktober 2021 Assalamualaikum & Salam Sejahtera, YBhg. Datuk / Dato' / Datin / YBrs. Dr./ Tuan / Puan, Dengan hormatnya saya merujuk kepada perkara…

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Proton pump inhibitors: Risk of microscopic colitis

Overview Proton pump inhibitors (PPI) are widely used for treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux (GERD), Helicobacter pylori eradication, prophylaxis of gastrointestinal ulcer, as well as in patients…

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Gabapentin: Risk of dysphagia

Overview Gabapentin is indicated for the treatment of epilepsy and neuropathic pain. In pre-clinical studies, gabapentin readily enters the brain and prevents seizures, while the analgesic activities…

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Rocuronium: Kounis syndrome

Overview Rocuronium is a non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocker.1 It is indicated as an adjunct to general anesthesia to facilitate endotracheal intubation, provide skeletal muscle relaxation as well…

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Nintedanib: Ischaemic colitis

Overview Nintedanib is a small molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) indicated for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in adults. Nintedanib targets three key receptors including the…

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Guselkumab: Risk of anaphylaxis

Overview Guselkumab (Tremfya®) is an anti-interleukin-23 monoclonal antibody indicated for the treatment of adult patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who are candidates for systemic…

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Intravenous iron-containing products: Kounis syndrome

Overview Intravenous iron-containing products are indicated for treatment of iron deficiency. Background The National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) received information from the European…

Direct healthcare professional communications (DHPC)

ESBRIET® (Pirfenidone): Drug-Induced Liver Injury (DILI)

Description Esbriet® (pirfenidone) is an anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory agent indicated for the treatment of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Elevations of liver enzymes are a known risk of…

Announcement

MADRAC Bulletin - 03/2019 Edition

MADRAC Bulletin - 03/2019 Edition Articles based on Case Report ▪ Erythropoiesis-stimulating agents: A reminder on the cardiovascular risk in patients with chronic kidney disease ▪ Amiodarone: Risk…

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