NICOSANtm/HEMOXINtm

For those that have Sickle Cell Anemia life can for most people result in a life of severe pain, anemia and a low immune system. Not to mention the damage that sickling crisis can do to major organs. Treatments range from intravenous fluids, blood transfusion, hydroxyurea and pain medications. The only known cure is Bone marrow transplant which are not always successful.

Scientists are always researching, developing, discovering and trialing new ways of better treating or curing a disease. In the following case there is no exception. A new non-toxic drug developed by Xechem pharmaceuticals of Nigeria, 'NICOSANtm/HEMOXINtm' was granted orphan status back in May 2006 by the US FDA. This new drug is non toxic and promising for those that are afflicted by Sickle cell Anemia a new and safe form of treatment.

The drug is composed from the extracts of plants found in Nigeria. There are no adverse side affects to any parts of the body. This drug drastically reduces the degree of sickle cell formation and the frequency sickle cell crises. The success of the clinical trials held, suggest that this drug is safe and is capable of having the desired results for the management of sickle cell anemia.

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Method of Treating Sickle Cell Disease With 5-HMF Compound Licensed from VCU

The Development of NICOSANtm/HEMOXINtm. A drug for the managment of Sickle Cell Disease.