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Wockhardt gets USFDA nod for generic cancer drug
Drug firm Wockhardt Monday said it has received approval from the US health regulator for generic version of Gleevec used for treatment of cancers and tumours. Wockhardt has received approval from the United States Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for an abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) for 100 mg and 400 mg tablets of Imatinib Mesylate, the company said in a BSE filing. Wockhardt's Imatinib Mesylate tablets are a generic version of Gleevec, marketed in USA and other countries by Novartis. "Wockhardt is building a portfolio of oncology products in the US and has several pending ANDA's for oncology products," Wockhardt Founder Chairman and Group CEO Habil Khorakiwala said. Oncology and other specialty products have always been a priority area for our US business and this product will further boost this focus, he added. Wockhardt said it will launch this product in the United States, in a short period of time. The product is being manufactured at a contract manufacturing ...
Siddaganga seer critical, on ventilator support
Shivakumara Swami, the main pontiff of Sree Siddaganga Mutt, is critical, his doctor said on Monday.Dr Parameshwar, who is treating Swami, told media here: "We noted variations in health parameters of the seer last night. He is on ventilator support and is in critical condition. We will give a further update in an hour."Shivakumara Swami is considered to be one of the most esteemed religious and social practitioners of the Lingayat-Veerashaiva faith of Lingayatism. The 111-year-old Lingayat is being treated for a lung infection which he developed after an operation on December 8, which was carried out to treat his liver and bile duct infection.Owing to the seer's health condition, former chief minister BS Yeddyurappa cancelled his engagements and rushed to Tumkuru.Security arrangements have been made outside the Siddaganga Mutt, where the 111-year-old seer is currently being treated. .
Wockhardt receives USFDA approval for cancer drug - Imatinib Mesylate
Imatinib stops the cancer cells from growing and is indicated for treating cancers like Leukemia and some Gastro-lntestinal tumors. According to IMS MAT1118, the product has sales of $707 million in the US
This brain training app can boost attention, concentration
A team of researchers at the University of Cambridge has developed a brain training app that can improve concentration against daily distractions that people face in a connected world.
2 killed in Jammu-Gondola ropeway trial mishap
Two labourers lost their lives on Sunday in a mishap during the trial of Jammu Gondola ropeway at Mahamaya.Governor Satya Pal Malik expressed his grief over the loss of lives and announced an ex-gratia relief of Rs 5 lakh to the kin of the deceased. He also directed the Divisional Administration to provide free-of-cost medical treatment to those who were injured in the mishap.The Governor has also ordered a magisterial inquiry to ascertain the cause of the incident.Meanwhile, on the instructions of the Governor, Advisor Khurshid Ahmed Ganai, and Chief Secretary B V R Subramanyam visited the injured in the hospital late on Sunday evening and wished them a speedy recovery.The Chief Secretary also visited the accident site and took stock of the situation. He directed the police to sanitise the entire area to prevent any further mishap.
Protein enabling other drugs to increase body's HDL levels identified
Researchers have identified a protein, known as ORP2, responsible for transporting cholesterol inside cells that opens the way for new drugs to increase the body's 'good cholesterol' levels.
Bangladesh 'Tree Man' returns to hospital as condition worsens
A Bangladeshi father dubbed "Tree Man" for the bark-like growths on his body returned to hospital on Sunday after his condition worsened, he told AFP. Abul Bajandar has had 25 surgeries since 2016 to remove the growths from his hands and feet at Dhaka Medical College Hospital. Doctors were on the verge of declaring their treatment a success before a sudden relapse prompted Bajandar to flee the clinic in May without notifying staff. But on Sunday he was readmitted to the hospital after his condition deteriorated, with the growths now covering almost the entirety of his hands and feet, the 28-year-old said. "I made a mistake by leaving the hospital. I sought alternative treatment but could not find any. I now I understand I should have stayed and continued the treatment here," Bajandar said. Samanta Lal Sen, a plastic surgeon at the hospital, said doctors would resume treatment "very soon", adding the growths had spread to other parts of his body. "I requested Bajandar to return as soon
Short bouts of stair climbing can boost heart health
Climbing stairs for just a few minutes at short intervals throughout the day can significantly improve heart health, a study has found. The research, published in the journal Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism, suggests that virtually anyone can improve their fitness, anywhere, any time. "The findings make it even easier for people to incorporate 'exercise snacks' into their day," said Martin Gibala, a professor at McMaster University in Canada. "Those who work in office towers or live in apartment buildings can vigorously climb a few flights of stairs in the morning, at lunch, and in the evening and know they are getting an effective workout," said Gibala. Previous studies had shown that brief bouts of vigorous exercise, or sprint interval training (SIT), are effective when performed as a single session, with a few minutes of recovery between the intense bursts, requiring a total time commitment of 10 minutes or so. For the study, researchers set out to determine if SIT ...
Tripura unveils official logo for its tea
The Tripura government has unveiled an official logo for the state's tea to popularise the beverage and to promote the potentiality of tourism.
Novel blood tests for TB could accelerate diagnosis
Rapid blood tests currently in use are unable to rule out tuberculosis and should be replaced with a more accurate test, according to a UK study published in The Lancet journal. In the largest study to date of rapid TB tests used by UK's National Health Service (NHS), a team led by researchers at Imperial College London found that available tests are not sensitive enough to rule out a diagnosis of TB in suspected cases, and so have limited clinical use. The research, published in the journal Lancet Infectious Diseases, also looked at a new second generation rapid blood test, developed at Imperial, and found it to be substantially more accurate than the existing tests. According to the team, once implemented the new test could enable doctors to quickly detect or rule out TB infection and help them to distinguish patients who need further investigation and treatment from those who do not and pose no infectious risk to others. "Tests of thousands of patients undergo diagnostic assessment
Microsoft lays AI sensors for smart farming, cutting-edge healthcare in India (Tech Trend)
China, the world's biggest agricultural producer, is leading the race when it comes to empowering farmers with Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven technologies.
Stem cells may be used to treat diabetes soon
It turns out that scientists who are striving to create more effective treatments for diabetes are turning towards stem cells.Stem cells can be transformed into cells that produce insulin, the hormone that controls sugar.However, the amount of insulin produced by these cells is difficult to control.By tweaking the recipe for coaxing human stem cells into insulin-secreting beta cells, a team of researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has shown that the resulting cells are more responsive to fluctuating glucose levels in the blood.The scientists found that when they transplanted the beta cells into mice that were unable to make insulin, the new cells began secreting insulin within a few days. They continued to control blood sugar in the animals for months.The study was published in the journal Stem Cell Reports.Speaking about the study, principal investigator Jeffrey R. Millman said, "We've been able to overcome a major weakness in the way these cells ...
Common food additives may promote anxiety: Study
Additives commonly used in processed foods to improve texture and extend shelf life may promote anxiety-related behaviours and make one less social, a study in mice has found. The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, also showed sex differences in the mice's behavioral patterns, suggesting that emulsifiers affect the brain via distinct mechanisms in males and females. Though the researchers from Georgia State University in the US could not pinpoint the exact mechanism by which emulsifiers contribute to behavioral changes, they said inflammation triggers local immune cells to produce signalling molecules that can affect tissues in other places, including the brain. "The gut also contains branches of the vagus nerve, which forms a direct information pathway to the brain," said Geert de Vries, a professor at Georgia State, who led the study. Previous research by the same team has shown that emulsifiers can cause low-grade intestinal inflammation by altering the composition
Amit Shah discharged from AIIMS
BJP president Amit Shah, who was undergoing treatment for swine flue at All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi, was discharged Sunday. Shah tweeted later saying he was completely healthy and thanked people for their good wishes. "By the grace of god, I am completely healthy now and today reached home after being discharged from hospital. I am grateful for your good wishes for regaining health," Shah tweeted in Hindi. "Shah was discharged at 10.20 AM from AIIMS after recovering from swine flue," an AIIMS official said. BJP leader and in-charge of the party's IT cell Amit Malviya said Shah was fine and back home after treatment at AIIMS. Shah was admitted to AIIMS after complaints of chest congestion and breathing issue on Wednesday.
'Manikarnika' producer Kamal Jain admitted to hospital, recovering
"Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi" producer Kamal Jain, who was admitted to hospital on Saturday, is now recuperating. Jain was taken to the Kokilaben Hospital last evening for the treatment of lung infection, a source close to the producer said. Several reports had stated that his condition was "critical after suffering a paralytic stroke". But the insider dismissed the reports of a paralytic stroke as a rumour. "He is suffering from lung infection. It started as a throat infection but since he was busy with the film he didn't pay attention to it and it spread. "But he's doing better now. He should be discharged from hospital within three-four days. Paralytic stroke was a rumour, it's nothing like it," the source told PTI. Jain on Saturday had tweeted about being admitted to the hospital but did not disclose any details about his condition. "Certainly not the best time to be in the hospital and not being able to be in the middle of hard work bearing fruit. Missing the team of ...
Chronic doctor shortage affecting Delhi government-run hospitals (IANS Special)
Delhi government-run hospitals, which serve not only the local population but also the neighbouring states, are struggling with a chronic shortage of doctors and are making recruitments on contract or ad-hoc basis to tackle the crunch.
Lupin, Sun Pharma, Glenmark recall products in US
Indian drug majors Lupin, Sun Pharma and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals are recalling various drugs from the US market for a variety of reasons. As per the latest Enforcement Report published by the US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA), Lupin is voluntarily recalling 55,000 vials and 1,60,241 boxes of anti-bacterial drug Ceftriaxone for injection in various strengths. The recall has been initiated by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc, a subsidiary of the Mumbai-based firm. The products have been manufactured at the company's facility in Mandideep, Madhya Pradesh. The company is recalling specific lots of drugs due to the presence of particulate matter. "Product complaints received of grey flecks, identified as shredded rubber particulate matter from the stopper observed in reconstituted vials," USFDA said. The ongoing voluntary nationwide recall has been classified as Class-I. Such recalls are for dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems. Lupin ...
Amit Shah discharged from AIIMS
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Amit Shah has been discharged from the All India Institutes of Medical Science (AIIMS) and has reached his residence, BJP leader Anil Baluni said on Sunday.Shah was diagnosed with swine flu on Wednesday and was undergoing treatment at the AIIMS under the supervision of Director Dr Randeep Guleria.The BJP Chief took to Twitter to inform the countrymen about his ailment. He wrote: "I have been affected by swine flu disease and the treatment for the same is going on. With the blessings of God and love and good wishes of all of you, I shall be healthy soon.
Delhi gets its first 24x7 animal health care hospital
In a first, an exclusive and certified veterinary hospital operating 24x7 was inaugurated at Tiz Hazari earlier this week.Boasting of facilities including vaccination, operation theatre, OPD's and a dressing room, the facility was inaugurated by Delhi Development Minister Gopal Rai on January 16.The hospital will focus on issues such as birth control of monkeys, sterilisation of stray dogs, and cow shelter home.An electronic chip system has been installed in the vicinity so that owners can identify their deserted pets hassle free.For immediate assistance, a round-the-clock helpline number - 01123967555- has been launched by the Animal Husbandry Department. The helpline number can also be used to book appointments or get additional information pertaining to the facilities available in the hospital.This 24x7 animal hospital has five doctors and four Multi tasking staff. The staff works in three shifts - from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm, 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm and 8:00 pm to 8:00 am.This Delhi's ...
Tea body chief moots promotion of tea as aspirational experience
There is a need for an image makeover for the tea, particularly to attract the young generations towards the hot cuppa, said President of the Tea Association of India (TAI) Mudit Kumar on Saturday.