Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners
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J Oncol Pharm Pract · Dec 2013
ReviewCarfilzomib: A new proteasome inhibitor for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma.
The pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, clinical trials, adverse effects, dosage recommendations, and economic considerations of carfilzomib are reviewed. ⋯ Carfilzomib provides a clinical benefit to patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have been previously treated with a proteasome inhibitor and an immunomodulatory agent.
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J Oncol Pharm Pract · Dec 2013
Observational StudyAdverse drug events resulting in admission to the intensive care unit in oncology patients: Incidence, characteristics and associated cost.
Describe the incidence, characteristics and cost of adverse drug events that necessitate admission to the intensive care unit in oncology patients. ⋯ Adverse drug events resulting in intensive care unit admission in oncology patients are common and often associated with significant morbidity, mortality, and cost.