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Product Insights
Opioid-Induced Constipation (OIC) Drugs in Development by Stages, Target, MoA, RoA, Molecule Type and Key Players, 2022 Update
Opioids are effective pain relievers, but often have the side effect of constipation. These medicines affect the gastrointestinal tract in a variety of ways. Opioids increase the amount of time it takes stool to move through the gastric system. They increase non-propulsive contractions in the middle of the small intestine (jejunum) and decrease longitudinal propulsive peristalsis - motions critical to moving food through the intestines. Additionally, opioids reduce digestive secretions and decrease the urge to defecate. Symptoms of Opioid-Induced Constipation...
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Sector Analysis
Switzerland – Healthcare, Regulatory and Reimbursement Landscape
GlobalData, the industry analysis specialist, has released its latest report, “Switzerland - Healthcare, Regulatory and Reimbursement Landscape”. The report is an essential source of information on analysis of the healthcare, regulatory and reimbursement landscape in Switzerland. It identifies the key trends in the country’s healthcare market and provides insights into its demographic, regulatory and reimbursement landscape, and healthcare infrastructure. Most importantly, the report provides valuable insights into the trends and segmentation of its pharmaceutical and medical device markets. It uses...
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Sector Analysis
Opioid Use Disorder – Opportunity Analysis and Forecasts to 2028
Opioids are synthetic or natural agents that stimulate opioid receptors in the brain and nervous system. Opioids are often used to treat patients suffering from pain. When taken in the prescribed quantities, opioids do not generally lead to addiction. Opioid use disorder (OUD) is a chronic neurological disorder that is described as the consequences associated with repeated, compulsive use of opioid drugs, and prolonged self-administration of opioid drugs. As the brain adapts to a prolonged opioid use, the patient's tolerance...