Publications by authors named "J Algorta"

Background: Treatments for soil-transmitted helminthiases face challenges, especially in addressing Trichuris trichiura. Combination regimens, particularly of ivermectin and albendazole, are promising. We aimed to assess the safety, efficacy, and palatability of a combination tablet for the treatment of T trichiura, hookworm, and Strongyloides stercoralis infections among school-aged children in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Mozambique.

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Article Synopsis
  • Trichuris trichiura is a parasitic worm causing intestinal issues, and the typical treatment is albendazole, which works better when combined with ivermectin.
  • This article focuses on developing pharmacokinetic models and understanding how this drug combination works based on data from clinical trials involving healthy adults and infected children and adolescents.
  • Findings showed both drugs had similar absorption characteristics, and the chosen dosages in the trial were deemed suitable for future testing in larger studies.
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Osteomalacia outbreaks often occur in cattle grazing native pastures in regions with endemic phosphorous (P) deficiency. This study evaluated the responses of two groups of cows, initially with clinical signs of chronic P deficiency, to P supplements (100 g P/kg) offered ad libitum for 13 weeks as a loose mineral mix (LMM group) or the same mineral mix offered as blocks (BMM group). Half of the cows in each group were categorized as 'with' or 'without' severe osteopenia according to a test that depended on the resistance to penetration of a needle through the left lateral process of the L4-L5 lumbar vertebra.

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Soil-transmitted helminths (STH) are targeted for control through mass drug-administration campaigns to prevent morbidity affecting at-risk groups in endemic regions. Although broadly successful, the use of albendazole and mebendazole achieved variable progress, with deficiencies against and a predictable low efficacy against . Novel drug combinations offer a potential solution, providing they can be delivered safely and maintain efficacy against all STH species.

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Objective: The current post-market study aimed at analyzing women's menstrual bleeding intensity, vaginal infections, and quality of life parameters using the contraceptive vaginal ring Ornibel®.

Patients And Methods: In Germany and Spain, a multicenter study of healthy female adults (n=211) aged 18 to 45 used the vaginal ring Ornibel® for at least six months. Data collection was conducted using a patient questionnaire.

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