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    Standards for Drug Safety Signal Detection Using Individual Case Safety Reports in Pharmacovigilance
    LIANG Jizhou, CHEN Chenxin, BAI Wangyang, GUO Xiaojing, XU Jinfang, HE Jia, YE Xiaofei
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (11): 1280-1283.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240471
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    Objective To analyze and interpret the READUS-PV standard for drug safety signal detection based on individual safety reports in pharmacovigilance so as to provide references for related research in China. Methods The reporting of a disproportionality analysis for drug safety signal detection using individual case safety reports in pharmacovigilance (READUS-PV) jointly delivered by experts in pharmacovigilance worldwide was analyzed and interpreted. Results READUS-PV included 14 items concerning the title, introduction, methods, results, discussion, declaration and abstracts. Conclusion In actual drug safety signal detection research, READUS-PV can be consulted to improve research quality.
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    Progress in Clinical and Pharmacological Research of Angong Niuhuang Pills
    BAI Xue, CHEN Yafei, TANG Tian, LIU Zhejun, WANG Guoyu, TAN Tianyang
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2025, 22 (3): 349-356.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240592
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    Objective To evaluate the clinical efficacy of Angong Niuhuang pills in the past three years and explore their pharmacological mechanisms in order to provide a reference for subsequent research. Methods By analyzing the latest data on clinical research, the therapeutic effects of Angong Niuhuang pills against such diseases as cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, craniocerebral injury, heatstroke, sepsis, viral encephalitis and pneumonia were summerized. Additionally, current pharmacological research was reviewed to analyze the mechanisms of action of Angong Niuhuang pills. Results The study found that Angong Niuhuang pills were highly effective in treating the aforementioned diseases. Pharmacological research suggested that they worked through multiple mechanisms, including anti-inflammation, antioxidation, anti-apoptosis, regulation of autophagy and mitochondrial dysfunction, inhibition of pyroptosis and ferroptosis, and regulation of metabolic products and gut microbiota. Conclusion This study has evaluated the clinical efficacy and pharmacological mechanism of Angong Niuhuang pills in the treatment of various diseases and confirmed their therapeutic effect and multi-target characteristics, providing data for subsequent research and clinical applications.
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    Brief introduction and inspiration to the WHO guidance on Ethics and Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health
    WANG Tao, SONG Haibo, WANG Qing, HOU Yongfang, LIU Hongliang, ZHANG Lin
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (8): 906-909.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20230518
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    Objective To systematically introduce the WHO guidance on Ethics and Governance of Artificial Intelligence for Health, as well as the status of ethics and governance of AI in medicine and health in China, other major countries and regions in the world, in order to provide a reference for formulating AI-based ethical guidelines in drug regulation in our country in the future. Methods The formulation, main contents and ethical principles of the WHO guideline were introduced. The general situation of AI ethics and governance in the medical and health field of government departments and related organization in the United States, the European Union and China through literature review and the websites of regulatory agencies was also elucidated. Results The WHO guideline elaborated 6 core ethical principles for the healthy development and use of AI in the field of medicine and health. Government departments and related organization in the United States, the European Union and China have formulated a series of policies and regulations on AI ethics and governance around the principles of fairness and justice, respect for privacy, security and control, shared responsibility, openness and transparency. Conclusion Drawing on the experience of WHO and foreign countries, it is suggested that NMPA actively formulate and implement the regulatory standards or relevant guidelines of new AI technologies in the whole life cycle of products, strengthen the transparency of artificial intelligence drugs and medical device products and other aspects to strengthen the governance of AI ethics.
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    Discovery and identification strategy for drug safety risks based on big data monitoring of adverse reactions
    GAO Yunjuan, ZHAO Xu, BAI Tiankai, BAI Zhaofang, WANG Jiabo, SONG Haibo, XIAO Xiaohe
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (1): 1-5.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20230772
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    Objective To explore how to quickly discover and accurately identify drug safety risks from a vast number of adverse reaction reports from domestic and foreign Chinese and Western medicines. The aim is also to make scientific and effective predictions and control measures for these risks. Methods Drug-induced liver injury data was taken as an example, and the process of discovering, evaluating, confirming, and controlling risks associated with drugs were discussed. Results A preliminary exploration was conducted, leading to the establishment of an integrated strategy and method system for “large-scale adverse reaction monitoring and discovery - multi-model recognition and analysis- disease-symptom-toxicology verification.” This system has been successfully applied in identifying and analyzing drug-induced liver injury. Conclusion This strategy offers a fresh perspective for the continuous development and innovation of drug safety evaluation. It also provides technical support for ensuring public safety in medication and promoting the healthy development of the Chinese and Western medicine industry.
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    Advancements in Treating Ischemic Stroke with Chinese Medicine Compounds Formulae
    LIU Wenjie, GAO Yuanyuan, BAI Xue
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (12): 1382-1387.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240654
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    Objective To examine findings related to the applications of TCM compound formulae in the management of ischemic stroke, and to offer data for subsequent clinical and experimental investigations. Methods By searching China Knowledge Network and PubMed for articles published from the inception to October 20, 2024, TCM compound formulae were summarized and evaluated. Results Clinical investigations indicated that TCM compound formulae, including Buyang Huanwu Tang, Xinglou Chengqi Tang, and Taohong Siwu Tang, exhibited substantial therapeutic efficacy in patients with ischemic stroke. Conclusion TCM compound formulae possess considerable benefits in the management of ischemic stroke. However, investigations are comparatively limited, and there is a lack of clinical studies and large-scale trials. Multi-sample and high-quality clinical studies are lacking.
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    Methods for signal management using the global safety database VigiBase
    HJELMSTRÖM Peter, BOWRING Geoffrey, YUE Qun-Ying, NORÉN G. Niklas
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (7): 836-840.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240373
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    The WHO database of adverse event reports for medicines and vaccines, VigiBase, has been developed and maintained by UMC since 1978. VigiBase now holds over 39 million anonymised reports of suspected adverse effects of medicines and vaccines suffered by patients (as of June 2024). To support of members of the WHO Programme for International Drug Monitoring (WHO PIDM) in developing, implementing, and strengthening safety surveillance programmes, UMC has developed several systems, tools and methods to facilitate the use of VigiBase. This paper describes six such vigi Methods; vigiGrade, vigiMatch, vigiRank, vigiPoint, vigiGroup, vigiVec. VigiBase depends on unsolicited reporting of adverse drug effects and, regretfully, underreporting of adverse drug effects continues to be a major issue. Artificial intelligence methods for augmentation to increase efficiency, quality, and capability of case processing in the large databases such as VigiBase are evolving to meet the higher demands to manage the increasing volume of safety data. Continued development of existing and new methods to translate the information in the reports in VigiBase and other databases into valuable knowledge will be paramount for safer use of medicines and vaccines for patients in all countries globally.
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    Risk Signal Mining of Adverse Events Related to Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets Based on FAERS
    CHEN Chongze, ZHOU Tianyu, SUN Siman, GUO Shushu, JIN Hongtao
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (12): 1425-1431.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240036
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    Objective To analyze the adverse drug events (ADE) caused by levothyroxine sodium tablets to provide a reference for rational and safe clinical use. Methods The U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) was searched to retrieve the ADE data on the primarily suspected drug collected from the first quarter of 2015 to the second quarter of 2023. The reporting odds ratio (ROR)、proportional reporting ratio (PRR), Bayesian confidence propagation neural network (BCNPP) and multi-item gamma poisson shrinker (MGPS) methods were used to screen for effective signals of ADEs of drugs. Results A total of 271 356 ADEs related to levothyroxine tablets as the primary suspect were reported. Most of the people involved were women (198 219, 73.05%) and the patients ranged from 18 to 85 in age (62.46%). A total of 5 991 adverse events of levothyroxine sodium tablets were mined, 3 371 signals were obtained after excluding non-drug adverse event signals, and 20 organ systems were found to be involved. Fatigue (22 511 items), nausea (17 591 items), diarrhea (16 400 items), headache (15 043 items) and dyspnea (12 866 items)were the top five ADEs reported.Analysis showed that neonatal gangrene (ROR=267.57, IC025=4.66), bronchiolithiasis (ROR=187.30, IC025=267.57), homophonic association (ROR=107.03, IC025=267.57), increased trans-triiodothyronine (ROR=89.19, IC025=4.42), and decreased free thyroxine indexes (ROR=80.27, IC025=4.38)were the top five ADEs in terms of intensities of signals. Based on secondary screening, the top three PTs related to the neonatal risk signal intensity were neonatal gangrene, neonatal intestinal dilation, and neonatal thyrotoxicosis. The top three PTs regarding the stone risk signal intensity were bronchial stones, cerebral stones, and staghorn stones. A total of 146 signals that were not recorded in the instructions were found, which were mostly manifested in various examinations, gastrointestinal system diseases, infections and invasive diseases, nervous system diseases, benign and malignant tumors of unknown nature. Conclusion Levothyroxine sodium tablets can potentially cause such ADRs as calculuses, infections and secondary tumors in patients with hypothyroidism. Clinical multidisciplinary follow-up is recommended for patients taking levothyroxine sodium tablets.
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    Regulation of cellular and gene therapies at home and abroad
    ZHAO Peipei, WEN Baoshu
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (9): 1019-1024.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240160
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    Objective To give tips about how to improve the regulation of cellular and gene therapies in China and promote high-quality development of the industry. Methods The ways in which cellular and gene therapy products were regulated in the US, Japan and Europe were compared by reviewing regulations and literature. The implications for China were analyzed in the light of actual regulation in China and the needs of industrial development. Results and Conclusion Based on the current practices related to the review and approval of cellular and gene therapies in China and by learning from the regulatory models and review process designs of the United States, Japan and Europe, China's regulatory system can be upgraded by means of innovative regulatory concepts, integration of review resources, more international exchanges and cooperation as well as intensified efforts.
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    Methods for Assessment of MAH Compliance with GVP
    LIU Ying, XIONG Shunyu, XIONG Huiyu, CAI Fei, XU Mengdan, WANG Qing, REN Wei, XU Yan
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2025, 22 (3): 282-285.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240394
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    Objective To explore the methods for assessment of marketing authorization holders’ (MAHs) compliance with Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP) and to design an informatized assessment tool according to applications in businesses so as to provide a reference for regulators’ efficient assessment of pharmacovigilance and for self-assessment by MAHs. Methods A system of indexes for assessment of MAHs’ compliance with GVP was developed as required by pharmacovigilance and related assessment. An informatized profiling model for MAHs’ pharmacovigilance was established via data analysis technology before the assessment methods were developed that were to be designed into assessment tools used across the province on a trial basis. Results Two hundred and ninety-nine key points of indexes for assessment and rating standards were identified, so the system and methods for assessment evaluation were established. Based on the actual operations, an informazed tool was devised and an informatized profiling model for assessment was established. Conclusion The establishment of methods for assessment of GVP compliance and informatized tools provides an innovative approach by which MAHs can improve their pharmacovigilance.
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    A National Pharmacovigilance Management System in a New Era
    YANG Xuyun, SUN Yang, TIAN Chunhua, HU Zengyao
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2025, 22 (3): 276-281.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240861
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    Objective To analyze what pharmacovigilance is about in the new era and under new circumstances and summarize related experience in order to provide a reference for the construction of a national pharmacovigilance management system. Methods Based on related laws and regulations as well as the construction of systems and mechanisms, the achievements and downsides of pharmacovigilance in China were analyzed in terms of the evolution of pharmacovigilance, and ways to improve pharmacovigilance were recommended. Results Pharmacovigilance runs through the whole life cycle of drugs and focuses on risk management, providing strong technical support for regulation of pharmaceuticals. Since the implementation of pharmacovigilance, the legal system, regulatory system, organizational system, and professionalism have been gradually established and improved, but there is also much room for improvement. Conclusion It is recommended that more efforts be made to make pharmacovigilance more scientific, standard and legalized, and that a solid bottom line for drug safety be established to promote the high-quality development of pharmacovigilance and the pharmaceutical industry.
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    Comparative research on active post-marketing drug safety surveillance systems worldwide based on real-world data
    SUN Yixin, NIE Xiaolu, WANG Xiaoling, GUO Peng
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (8): 892-899.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240376
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    Objective s To compare and analyze the active post-marketing safety surveillance practices based on real-world data (RWD) worldwide, in order to provide the reference for establishing an effective and feasible nationwide active surveillance system in China. Methods The literature on active surveillance systems around the world were searched and reviewed. The framework synthesis was used to determine the analytical framework, coding and mapping the information related to organizational structure, data characteristics, and operation mechanism. The similarities and differences of the active surveillance model were summarized. Results A total of 12 systems/organizations that conduct active surveillance based on RWD were included in this study, 9 of which are located in Europe and the United States, and in Asia. There are two Chinese systems, the China Hospital Pharmacovigilance System (CHPS) and the Adverse Drug Event Active Surveillance and Assessment System-Ⅱ (ADE-ASAS-Ⅱ). After integrating the information, the active monitoring model was summarized in six dimensions: (i) The organizational model was divided into three categories, including the government (with academia and pharmaceutical companies) led consortium, the direct government management, and the academic alliance consultation; (ii) The data integration and sharing model included the common data model, the common study protocol, and the centralized database; (iii) The data collection model could be divided into two forms: automatic collection from databases, and manual collection for target populations or specialized studies; (iv) The data management model included anonymizing, structuring and standardizing processes; (v) The data storage and transmission model can be categorized into the distributed data networks and the central database storage; (vi) Correspondingly, the data analysis model was divided into two categories: distributed computing and centralized analysis. Conclusion At present, the pattern of active surveillance for drug safety based on RWD are relatively mature in developed countries. While learning from those advanced experiences, we should also explore the active surveillance in line with the actual situation of China, to protect the medication safety of patients.
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    Research Progress of Epimedium in the Treatment of Male Infertility
    TANG Tian, TAN Tianyang, LIU Zhejun, BAI Xue
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (11): 1238-1242.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240638
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    Objective To assess the potential of Epimedium and its active components in the treatment of male infertility and to explore their prospects in traditional Chinese medicine therapy. Methods A systematic literature review was conducted to analyze the significant effects of Epimedium and its main active components on improving spermatogenesis, protecting the testicular microenvironment, regulating sex hormone levels, combating oxidative stress, and alleviating sexual dysfunction. Results Epimedium demonstrated the potential to protect germ cells by modulating key signaling pathways and improving apoptosis, and it also showed positive effects in improving sexual dysfunction. Conclusion The active components of Epimedium have significant potential in the treatment of male infertility. Future research should further verify their clinical efficacy to promote their application in the field of male reproductive health.
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    Analysis of 327 reports of new adverse drug reactions
    ZHANG Luxin, MENG Lu, ZHANG Hong
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2023, 20 (10): 1159-1162.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20230062
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    Objective To study the characteristics of new adverse drug reactions so as to provide reference for effective prevention of new adverse drug reactions. Methods Three hundred and twenty-seven reports of new adverse drug reactions were screened from 856 reports submitted by a hospital between 2019 and 2022. Results Among the 327 new ADR, 245 cases (74.92%) involved people aged 41 or older. In terms of types of drugs, 241 cases (73.70%) were associated with Western drugs and 86 cases (26.30%) with proprietary Chinese medicines. The top three drugs responsible for new ADR were Ginkgo Biloba injection, compound thromboxane tablets, and levofloxacin hydrochloride injection. There were twenty-one drug dosage forms involved, and the top three were injection, powder injection and tablets. Thirteen routes of administration were involved, including 195 cases of intravenous injection (59.63%) and 90 cases of oral administration (27.52%). The systems-organs involved were mainly skin and its accessory injury, followed by injuries to the digestive system and nervous system. Conclusion New adverse drug reactions have their own patterns of occurrence, and targeted monitoring of new adverse drug reactions can improve the level of rational clinical use of drugs and effectively avoid the risk that arises from drug use.
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    One case of severe constipation caused by dapagliflozin
    LU Jing, YU Shanshan, TONG Fei, LIN Zhuohui, SONG Luyao
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (9): 1071-1074.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240167
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    Objective To remind health care professionals to be more alert to the risk of severe constipation associated with dapagliflozin and to provide reference for safe use of this drug. Methods The clinical process of treating a patient who developed severe constipation after taking dapagliflozin tablets was analyzed. Based on related literature, the possible mechanisms and treatment regimens of severe constipation caused by sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 inhibitors (SGLT-2i) were studied. Results One patient developed severe constipation after taking dapagliflozin. After discontinuation of the drug, the patient's constipation improved. However, upon re-administration of dapagliflozin, the patient relapsed into constipation. Immediately after drug withdrawal and treatment with laxatives to moisten the intestines, the patient's conditions improved. The causal relationship of adverse reactions was defined as “definite”, so the severe constipation of this patient was considered to have been caused by dapagliflozin. Conclusion Constipation poses a significant threat to patients' quality of life and may potentially precipitate cardiovascular events. Therefore, it is imperative to enhance clinicians' awareness and pharmacological surveillance regarding the adverse effects of constipation associated with dapagliflozin and SGLT-2i.
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    Research Progress in Uric Acid-Lowering Drugs
    YAN Caiying, QIN Linying, XU Yaoqing, WANG Xinge, CHAI Nannan, CHEN Long
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2025, 22 (5): 592-595.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240857
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    Objective To explore the research progress in uric acid-lowering drugs so as to provide a reference for their clinical applications. Methods By accessing the official websites of the National Medical Products Administration, China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang Database and PubMed, information was collected on the safety of uric acid-lowering drugs, including urate transporter 1 (URAT1) inhibitors, xanthine oxidase (XO) inhibitors and exogenous uricase, which were used in the treatment of chronic gout between April 1, 2014, and September 1, 2024. In addition, the key information on 27 uric acid-lowering drugs currently under development was analyzed using the Cortellis platform. Results The adverse reactions of URAT1 inhibitors mostly involved the digestive system, manifested as liver function abnormalities. The adverse reactions caused by XO inhibitors and exogenous uric acid oxidases primarily manifested themselves as skin and mucous membrane damage and blood system damage, such as immunogenic reactions and serious cardiovascular events. The targets of action for most of the currently-developed anti-gout drugs were URAT1 inhibitors, which increased the excretion of uric acid while reducing the incidence of gout. Conclusion Although three types of drugs are usually used for the treatment of chronic gout, the potential adverse reactions remain a concern. Future research and development of anti-gout drugs should focus on dual-target or new-target drugs with unique advantages in order to offer more options for the clinical treatment of patients.
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    Research progress of sustained and controlled release preparations of Chinese medicine
    SUN Li, XIE Bin, XU Yanqin
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (8): 949-954.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240249
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    Objective To summarize the research progress on the slow and controlled release preparations of traditional Chinese medicine, and provide a basis for understanding the preparation process, prescription and quality evaluation of slow and controlled release preparations of traditional Chinese medicine. Methods Through literature search,the advantages and disadvantages, preparation process, and quality evaluation system was summarized from different new types of sustained and controlled release formulations. Results The new types of sustained and controlled release formulations involve solid lipid nanoparticles sustained and controlled release formulations, oral osmotic pump sustained and controlled release formulations, gastric retention delivery sustained and controlled release formulations, bioadhesive microspheres, and solid dispersions, and the preparation process uses multiple screening methods to arrive at the optimal process, and the quality evaluation methods for the sustained and controlled release formulations of traditional Chinese medicines include in vitro release studies, in vivo release, and in vitro and in vivo correlation studies. Conclusion The research on slow and controlled release preparations of traditional Chinese medicine mainly focuses on the single component of traditional Chinese medicine, traditional Chinese medicine extracts or active parts, and combination of several single components of traditional Chinese medicine, and the quality evaluation system mainly includes in vivo release, in vitro release and in vitro and in vivo correlation studies, which can provide reference basis for the future development of slow and controlled release preparations of traditional Chinese medicine.
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    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (12): 0-0.  
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    Evaluation index system of MAH pharmacovigilance work
    JIA Jinsheng, WANG Qing, LIU Hongliang, HOU Yongfang
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2023, 20 (10): 1090-1094.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20230508
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    Objective To explore methods to quantitatively evaluate the pharmacovigilance evaluation work of marketing authorization holder(MAH) and support the development of scientific supervision work based on big data. Methods The analytic hierarchy process(AHP) method was used to decompose and detail ADR/ADE monitoring and reporting, risk identification and evaluation, post-market safety research, drug safety risk control and other related aspects, forming the MAH pharmacovigilance work evaluation index system. A data analysis information platform based on this index system was designed. Results 6 indicators of the criterion layer, 25 indicators of the sub-criterion layer and 85 indicators of the lowest layer are selected, and the weight values of each indicator of the evaluation system are determined. Based on the actual business situation and real world data, an information platform for MAH pharmacovigilance work evaluation was explored and designed. Conclusion The evaluation index system and information platform of holder pharmacovigilance laid the foundation for the intelligent evaluation of MAH pharmacovigilance work.
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    Identification of Druggable Targets for Intervertebral Disc Degeneration Based on Multi-Omics Data-Driven Mendelian Randomization and Prediction of Traditional Chinese Medicine Interventions
    GUO Dongqi, WANG Hao, BAI Xin, BAI Jianqi, SU Hongmei, ZHANG Jingru, GUO Xiaofei, ZHAO Xiaoqi, WANG Min, WANG Yuan, ZHANG Ping
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2025, 22 (3): 241-248.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20240899
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    Objective To identify druggable targets for the treatment of intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD), evaluate their safety, and to predict the traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs) that can regulate these druggable targets for IDD. Methods Data on expression quantitative trait loci of druggable genes was retrieved from the eQTLGen Consortium as exposures, while data on IDD genome-wide association study was downloaded from the GWAS Catalog to serve as outcomes for Mendelian randomization analysis intended to identify potential IDD therapeutic targets. Enrichment analyses were conducted on druggable genes related to IDD. The data on protein quantitative trait loci of druggable genes related to IDD was retrieved from the FinnGen database to validate the efficacy of these genes. A phenome-wide association study (PheWAS) via the PheWAS Portal was conducted to assess drug safety. The BATMAN-TCM 2.0 and ETCM 2.0 platforms were used to mine TCM components and analyze medication patterns. Potential lead compounds were identified through molecular docking of targets and TCM components on the CB-Dock 2 platform. Results 35 TCMs, including Corydalis yanhusuo W. T. Wang., Morinda officinalis How., and Artemisia argyi Lévl. et Vant., were found to treat IDD by regulating three druggable targets-ZP3, RRM2B, and CCL4, through their 20 active components. Gene expression MR indicated that 248 druggable genes were causally related to IDD, and enrichment analyses showed that these genes were associated with cytokine activities and cellular senescence. Protein MR validated six of these genes as druggable targets for IDD. PheWAS revealed no significant adverse effects associated with the aforementioned druggable targets. Molecular docking results showed good binding activity between the TCM components and the druggable targets, with the best binding energy of -10.2 kcal·mol-1. Conclusion Such genes as ZP3, RRM2B, and CCL4 are potential therapeutic targets for IDD with good safety profiles. TCMs like Morinda officinalis How., Corydalis yanhusuo W. T. Wang., and Artemisia argyi Lévl. et Vant. can treat IDD through these druggable targets, and their active components, such as Xanthosine, are potential compounds for new drug development.
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    Lanqin oral liquid combined with antibacterial drugs for the treatment of acute tonsillitis: a systematic review and Meta-analysis
    LIU Qian, LI Bo, SHU Xinyang
    Chinese Journal of Pharmacovigilance    2024, 21 (8): 916-920.   DOI: 10.19803/j.1672-8629.20230685
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    Objective To systematically evaluate the efficacy and safety of Lanqin oral liquid combined with antibiotics in the treatment of acute tonsillitis. Methods Literature about randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of Lanqin oral liquid in the treatment of acute tonsillitis that was published between the inception and January 1, 2023 was retrieved from Cochrane Library, EMbase, PubMed, SinoMed, CNKI, Wanfang and Weipu. Two researchers independently conducted literature screening and data retrieval according to the classification criteria. The Cochrane manual was used for quality evaluation while RevMan 5.3 software was used for data analysis. Results 5 RCTs were included involving a total of 640 patients. The results of meta-analysis showed that the treatment of acute tonsillitis with oral liquid combined with antibiotics was far more effective than antimicrobials alone in terms of shortened time of sore throat relief (MD = -20.21, 95%CI[-25.18, -15.24], P<0.001) (MD = -22.62, 95%CI[-30.48, -14.75], P<0.001) and response rate (RR = 3.07, 95%CI[1.92, 4.89], P<0.001). Conclusion However, due to the low quality of clinical trials, the above findings need to be confirmed by more high-quality clinical trials, and related adverse reactions deserve attention.
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