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A safety evaluation of ivacaftor for the treatment of cystic fibrosis.
Expert opinion on drug safety - 1 May 2016
McColley Susanna A
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INTRODUCTION: Ivacaftor is indicated for treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) mediated by 10 mutations of the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene that causes gating or partial function abnormalities. In placebo-controlled and open-label studies, ivacaftor-treated subjects showed improved pulmonary function, nutrition and quality of life measures. This article reviews ivacaftor safety....
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