Replies to post #133440 on Biotech Values

[vinmantoo]

ghmm,

I appreciate the NKTR link, but you are still missing the point. NKTR-118 will be used the same as Relistor, to treat people on opiates who are suffering from opiate induced constipation. The second NKTR drug in your link is a combination of NKTR-118 and an opiate. I don't understand why someone would want to take the combination every time they feel pain. They would only want to take a drug to relieve constipation when they were constipated, not every time they feel pain and the need for opiates. Once they had a bowel movement, why would they want to take a drug like NKTR-118 if it isn't needed? I am sure NKTR would prefer that since it means they make more money.