RESEARCH REPORTS

   DIABETES

Medication Adherence and Associated Hemoglobin A1c in Type 2 Diabetes

Kimberley Krapek, Kathleen King, Susan S Warren, Karen G George, Dorothy A Caputo, Karen Mihelich, Elizabeth M Holst, Michael B Nichol, Sheng G Shi, Kevin B Livengood, Steve Walden, and Teresa J Lubowski
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1357-1362. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D612
Published Online, 6 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   CARDIOLOGY

Self-Reported Morisky Score for Identifying Nonadherence with Cardiovascular Medications

Stephen J Shalansky, Adrian R Levy, and Andrew P Ignaszewski
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1363-1368. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E071
Published Online, 6 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PHARMACOEPIDEMIOLOGY

Development and Validation of the Medication Regimen Complexity Index

Johnson George, Yee-Teng Phun, Michael J Bailey, David CM Kong, and Kay Stewart
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1369-1376. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D479
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Clinical and Economic Analysis of Methicillin-Susceptible and -Resistant Staphylococcus aureus Infections

Brian J Kopp, David E Nix, and Edward P Armstrong
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1377-1382. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E028
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   ANTICOAGULATION

Comparing Direct Thrombin Inhibitors Using aPTT, Ecarin Clotting Times, and Thrombin Inhibitor Management Testing

Robert C Gosselin, Jeffrey H King, Kim A Janatpour, William E Dager, Edward C Larkin, and John T Owings
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1383-1388. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D565
Published Online, 6 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE

Lack of Pharmacokinetic or Pharmacodynamic Interaction Between Memantine and Donepezil

Antonia P Periclou, Daniel Ventura, Tyler Sherman, Niranjan Rao, and Wattanaporn T Abramowitz
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1389-1394. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D638
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PSYCHIATRY

Clonazepam for Treatment of Sleep Disturbances Associated with Combat-Related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Marshall E Cates, Melanie H Bishop, Lori L Davis, Joette S Lowe, and Thomas W Woolley
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1395-1399. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E043
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PULMONARY

The Effect of Clarithromycin on Inflammatory Markers in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Preliminary Data

Ilknur Basyigit, Fusun Yildiz, Sevgiye Kacar Ozkara, Elif Yildirim, Hasim Boyaci, and Ahmet Ilgazli
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1400-1405. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D634
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   ONCOLOGY

Advising Cancer Patients on Natural Health Products—A Structured Approach

Mário L de Lemos, Leela John, Lynne Nakashima, Robin K. O'Brien, and Suzanne CM Taylor
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1406-1411. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E062
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   RESEARCH DESIGN AND STATISTICS

Statistics in the Pharmacy Literature

Charlene M Lee, Herpreet K Soin, and Thomas R Einarson
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1412-1418. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D493
Published Online, 15 June 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

CASE REPORTS

Second-Generation Thiazolidinediones and Hepatotoxicity

Todd R Marcy, Mark L Britton, and Steve M Blevins
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1419-1423. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E072
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Potential Interaction Between Telithromycin and Warfarin

Likurgos Kolilekas, George K Anagnostopoulos, Ioannis Lampaditis, and Iordanis Eleftheriadis
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1424-1427. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D567
Published Online, 27 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Use of Single-Dose Rasburicase in an Obese Female

Tamra M Arnold, Jameson P Reuter, Bryna S Delman, and Carl B Shanholtz
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1428-1431. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E002
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Severe Acquired Hemophilia with Factor VIII Inhibition Associated with Acetaminophen and Chlorpheniramine

Giuseppe Famularo, Silvia De Maria, Giovanni Minisola, and Giulio Cesare Nicotra
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1432-1434. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E100
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Fatal Venous Thromboembolism Associated with Antipsychotic Therapy

Raymond E Farah, Nicola M Makhoul, Rola E Farah, and Moshe D Shai
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1435-1438. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E021
Published Online, 27 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Intentional Topiramate Ingestion in an Adolescent Female

Allison M Chung and Michael D Reed
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1439-1442. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D572
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Alfuzosin-Induced Acute Hepatitis in a Patient with Chronic Liver Disease

Ömer Faruk Yolcu, Seyfettin Köklü, Aydin S Köksal, Osman Yüksel, Yavuz Beyazit, and Ömer Basar
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1443-1445. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D633
Published Online, 27 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Acute Interstitial Nephritis Due to Cefoperazone

Dilek Torun, Siren Sezer, Fazilet Kayaselcuk, Aysegul Zumrutdal, Fatma N Ozdemir, and Mehmet Haberal
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1446-1448. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E104
Published Online, 22 June 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

ARTICLES

   INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Multidrug-Resistant Acinetobacter Infections: An Emerging Challenge to Clinicians

Rupali Jain and Larry H Danziger
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1449-1459. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D592
Published Online, 27 July 2004 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   PEDIATRICS

Growth Hormone Use in Children with Idiopathic Short Stature

Karen L Weise and Milap C Nahata
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1460-1468. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D548
Published Online, 20 July 2004 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   MEDICATION SAFETY

Reducing Clinically Significant Gastrointestinal Toxicity Associated with Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs

Ryan B Jacobsen and Beth Bryles Phillips
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1469-1481. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D621
Published Online, 22 June 2004 CE [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   DRUG SELECTION PERSPECTIVES

Nonestrogen Treatment Modalities for Vasomotor Symptoms Associated with Menopause

Susan E Fugate and Chelsea O Church
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1482-1499. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D610
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   CARDIOLOGY

CD40 Ligand: A Novel Target in the Fight Against Cardiovascular Disease

Diana Vishnevetsky, Vladimir A Kiyanista, and Pritesh J Gandhi
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1500-1508. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D611
Published Online, 27 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   NEW DRUG APPROVALS

Soluble or Insoluble Prussian Blue for Radiocesium and Thallium Poisoning?

Dennis F Thompson and Erin D Callen
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1509-1514. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E024
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

   DRUG INFORMATION ROUNDS

Treating Functional Impairment of Autism with Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors

Malia L Moore, Samantha F Eichner, and Jennifer R Jones
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1515-1519. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D543
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Azithromycin for Improving Pulmonary Function in Cystic Fibrosis

Roxane R Carr and Milap C Nahata
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1520-1524. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D589
Published Online, 22 June 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

False-Positive Urine Opiate Screening Associated with Fluoroquinolone Use

Jennifer L Zacher and Donna M Givone
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1525-1528. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D632
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

INTERNATIONAL REPORTS

Drug Use Patterns in Young German Women and Association with Mental Disorders

Isabel Hach, Anke Rentsch, Uwe E Ruhl, Eni S Becker, Veneta Türke, Jürgen Margraf, and Wilhelm Kirch
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1529-1534. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D527
Published Online, 29 June 2004 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

OPINION

Avoiding Pregnancy: "A Plan" versus Plan B

Gene Rudd
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1535-1536. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E363
Published Online, 27 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

VISUAL OBSERVATIONS

Erythema Multiforme from Metformin

David E Burger and Seema Goyal
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1537. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E074
Published Online, 29 June 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

LETTERS AND COMMENTS

Intraoral application of atropine sulfate ophthalmic solution for clozapine-induced sialorrhea

Ashish Sharma, Sriram Ramaswamy, Elizabeth Dahl, and Vijay Dewan
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1538. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E077
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Neutropenia due to clopidogrel in a patient with end-stage renal disease

Ali Akcay, Mehmet Kanbay, Erhan Agca, Siren Sezer, and Fatma Nurhan Ozdemir
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1538-1539. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E119
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Cholestatic attack due to ampicillin and cross-reactivity to cefuroxime

Seyfettin Köklü, Osman Yüksel, Ömer Faruk Yolcu, Mehmet Arhan, and Emin Altiparmak
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1539-1540. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E025
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Is the Naranjo probability scale accurate enough to ascertain causality in drug-induced hepatotoxicity?

Miren García-Cortés, M Isabel Lucena, PhDRaúl J Andrade, Raquel Camargo, and Ramiro Alcántara
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1540-1541. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E007
Published Online, 20 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Thyroid function alterations following quetiapine initiation in a developmentally disabled adolescent

Richard L Dobbs, Nancy C Brahm, Gary Fast, and Robert C Brown
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1541-1542. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E054
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Protozoal infections in the developmentally disabled: often overlooked cause of rectal digging and fecal smearing

Nancy C Brahm, Arthur L Buswell, Rebecca E Brahm, and Robert C Brown
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1542. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D591
Published Online, 29 June 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Comment: drug-related problem classification systems

Fernando Fernandez-Llimos and Maria J Faus
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1542-1543. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D182a
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Comment: drug-related problem classification systems

Vaughn L Culbertson
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1543. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D182c
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Comment: drug-related problem classification systems

Flor Alvarez-de-Toledo, Ana Dago, Teresa Eyaralar, Iñigo Gorostiza, Luis Salar, and Benet Fité
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1543-1544. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D182e
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

AUTHORS' REPLY

JW Foppe van Mil, LO Tommy Westerlund, Kurt E Hersberger, and Marion A Schaefer
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1544-1545. DOI 10.1345/aph.1D182b
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Correction: cost-effectiveness of escitalopram versus citalopram in the treatment of severe depression

Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1545. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E010a
Published Online, 27 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

NEW PUBLICATIONS

Stephens' Detection of New Adverse Drug Reactions, 5th Edition

Mark S Johnson
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1546. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E145
Published Online, 6 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Bacteria for Breakfast: Probiotics for Good Health

Michael L McCann
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1546-1548. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E128
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Secondary Hypertension: Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Stephanie F Gardner
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1548. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E146
Published Online, 6 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Design and Analysis of Clinical Trials: Concepts and Methodologies, 2nd Edition

Marc Levine
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1548-1549. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E017
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

Hematopoietic Growth Factors in Oncology: Basic Science and Clinical Therapeutics

Kristi L Lenz
Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1549-1550. DOI 10.1345/aph.1E113
Published Online, 13 July 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

BOOKS RECEIVED

Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1550. DOI 10.1345/aph.1BR09D
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

NEWS AND COMMENTS

HHS-CDC NEWS: Composition of the Influenza Vaccine for the 2004–2005 Season

Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1560. DOI 10.1345/aph.1N060
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

HHS-CDC NEWS: Cancer Survivorship—US, 1971–2001

Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1560. DOI 10.1345/aph.1N061
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

VIP NEWS

Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1560. DOI 10.1345/aph.1N059
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

VIP NEWS

Ann Pharmacother 2004;38:1560. DOI 10.1345/aph.1N058
Published Online, 3 August 2004 [Full Text] [PDF] [Order Reprint]  

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