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In Prescrire's Spotlight

Psychotic episode: which oral neuroleptic to choose? A choice tailored to each patient, based on the adverse effect profiles of the options

1 July 2019

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In the July-August issue of Prescrire International: emtricitabine + tenofovir disoproxil (Truvada° and other brands) for prevention of HIV infection in adolescents

1 July 2019

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Fentanyl (Actiq° and other brands) and other opioids: risk of increased pain

1 July 2019

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A clear example of marketing's influence on prescribers

1 July 2019

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Prescrire's packaging review for 2018: ways to reduce dangers

1 July 2019

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1 July 2019

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Orphan drugs: affordability is at risk due to abuse of orphan drug incentives

25 April 2019

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"Top Texts of 2018", from the Editors of Prescrire International

1 October 2018

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1 September 2018