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Aug. 12, 1998

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Liposomal FK-506 is effective as an immunosuppressant and antiinflammatory agent

Genentech: Q2 1998 highlights

Positive results reported from phase II trials of Provir for the treatment of watery diarrhea

Acetaminophen may be useful for the treatment of atherosclerosis

Heart attack patients demonstrate elevated matrix metalloproteinase levels

DNA vaccine provides complete protection against rabies

Kyowa Hakko discovers PDE IVA inhibitors for a range of potential indications

ADIR discovers new compounds with affinity for imidazoline receptors

Salofalk approved in Canada for the treatment of Crohn's disease

Hoechst discovers modulators of leukocyte adhesion and migration

Anti-H. pylori agents disclosed by Takeda

Antiinflammatory cytokine modulators described by Amgen

Antifungal beta-1,3-glucan synthase inhibitors discovered at Fujisawa

SmithKline Beecham discovers potent and selective beta3-adrenoceptor agonists

Rockefeller University scientists delve into the genetic roots of addiction

Intercardia sees potential conflict in its collaboration with Astra Merck

Third center begins inoculating subjects in AIDSVAX trial

BRMAC recommends approval of Stemgen for stem cell transplant patients

Draxis files for Canadian approval of oral agent for hyperparathyroidism

Future organizational structure of Degussa-Huls revealed

Japanese scientists isolate CETP inhibitors from fungal source

Menarini's NK1 antagonist MEN-11467 shows promising antiasthmatic activity

NQ-304, a novel platelet antiaggregatory and antithrombotic agent in early development

French team discovers ciproxifan, a histaminergic agent with clinical potential in AD

Profile of Solvay's dual NEP/ECE inhibitor in clinical testing

Sumitomo proves cardioprotective activity of Na+/H+ exchange inhibitor SM-20550

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