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Category: Drug Basics for Patients

  • Vadadustat Basics for Patients

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    Rachael Hills
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    Disclaimer: Patients should review this guide before discussing vadadustat with their healthcare provider. Patients should always discuss potential medication changes and additions with their healthcare provider. What is vadadustat? Vadadustat (Vafseo®) is a new drug from Akebia Therapeutics, Inc. The FDA approved it for the treatment of anemia caused by chronic kidney disease (CKD).1 Vadadustat…

  • Fezolinetant Basics for Patients

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    Rachael Hills
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    Fezolinetant is an FDA-approved drug for treating hot flashes.1 Astellas Pharma sells it under the brand name VeozahTM. Fezolinetant reduces the number of hot flashes experienced during menopause.1 Traditionally, physicians prescribe hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to treat hot flashes. The historic alternative to HRT is SSRIs (drugs used to treat depression and anxiety).2 Patients should…