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New Drug May Offer Hope to Some With Lung Cancer
Pemetrexed improves survival with advanced non-small-cell tumors, study finds

Ovarian Cancer Test Approved
Helps doctors decide on appropriate surgical options

Metozolv Approved for Diabetic Stomach Disorder, GERD
But long-term use could cause serious side effects

Intuniv Approved for Pediatric ADHD
No known potential for abuse, maker says

Valcyte Approved for Cytomegalovirus in Children
A leading cause of infection in transplant patients

Zenpep Approved for Pancreatic Disorder
Makes up for lack of digestive enzymes

Xyzal Approved for Younger Kids
Antihistamine sanctioned for children as young as 6 months

Sabril Approved for Infantile Spasms
In children ages 1 month to 2 years

New Hib Vaccine Granted Accelerated Approval
To help remedy vaccine shortage

New Drug Approved for Gaucher Disease
An inherited metabolic disorder