Lauren Biscaldi is the Managing Editor of Drug Topics.
Tralokinumab Efficacy, Tolerability in Adolescents With AD Evaluated
There are only a few long-term treatments currently available for adolescents with moderate to severe AD.
Breaking: FDA Approves First-Ever RSV Vaccine
The vaccine is approved for use in adults aged 60 and older to prevent lower respiratory tract disease caused by RSV.
Inaccurate Labeling of Melatonin Gummies Cause for Concern for Pediatric Consumption
Dupilumab Therapy Improves Outcomes in Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Asthma
FDA Approves Expanded Indication for Atogepant for Prevention of Chronic Migraine
Only the 60 mg dose of atogepant is approved for chronic migraine prevention.
FDA Amends Moderna, Pfizer EUAs to Simplify Use of Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines
Monovalent vaccines by these manufacturers are no longer authorized for use in the United States.
Breaking: HHS Extends PREP Act Authority for Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians
HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra will release an amendment to the declaration in the coming weeks.
AAP Members Celebrate Their Independent Pharmacy Stories
Four independent pharmacists shared their journeys to become pharmacy owners.
Biden Administration Announces $5 Billion Investment in COVID-19 Vaccine, Treatment Development
Project NextGen will focus on the development of vaccines and long-lasting monoclonal antibody COVID-19 treatments.
Last Chance to Register: Don’t Miss the Next Total Pharmacy Solutions Summit
The theme of the upcoming Summit is the Expansion of Services Within Independent Pharmacy.
Video: Tips for Medication Management During Ramadan
Pharmacists can provide support and guidance to patients during their month of fasting.
Breaking: FDA Approves OTC Designation for Naloxone Nasal Spray
Naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray (Narcan) 4 mg is expected to be available over the counter in late summer 2023.
Pharmacy’s Role in Managing Medical Misinformation
Are pharmacists obligated to correct medical misinformation they encounter online?
Vaccines, Variants, and More: COVID-19 Year in Review
From variants to vaccines, much has changed in the COVID-19 landscape.
Pharmacogenetic Testing, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring Feasible to Monitor Sertraline Concentrations in Residential Treatment Setting
Pharmacogenetic testing and therapeutic drug monitoring are feasible in the inpatient psychiatric treatment setting.
COVID-19 Stay-At-Home Orders Increased EMS Utilization in United States
Emergency medical services runs increased in all 4 US Census regions.
Prophylactic Benzodiazepine Use May Reduce Seizures in Bupropion Overdose
It is crucial to have a measure to mitigate the possibility of seizures, according to researchers.
Pharmacist Knowledge of Psilocybin Remains Limited
Survey respondents indicated a lack of comfort around recommending psilocybin therapy to patients.
Celebrate Your Story at the American Associated Pharmacies 2023 Annual Conference
The 2023 AAP Annual Conference will take place in New Orleans from April 20 to 22.
Welcome to Phoenix: Things to Do at APhA 2023
As sessions end for the day, head out to explore the city of Phoenix.
Meeting Preview: APhA 2023
APhA 2023 will take place March 24 to March 27 in Phoenix, Arizona
Safety, Accuracy of Dexcom G7 CGM Evaluated in T1D and T2D
The CGM provides accurate readings over 10.5 days of continuous wear.
FDA Approves Expanded Indication for Adjuvant Abemaciclib in HR+/HER2- Early Breast Cancer
The expansion was based on 4-year data from the monarchE study.
Rivaroxaban Plus Aspirin Reduces Acute Limb Ischemia After Lower Extremity Revascularization in PAD
Results of an analysis of the VOYAGER PAD clinical trial were presented at ACC.23.
FDA Clears First Commercially Available Blood Test to Evaluate for TBI, Concussion
The test is intended to complement the company’s TBI plasma test, which received FDA clearance in 2021.
Register Today to Attend the Next Total Pharmacy® Solutions Summit
The Total Pharmacy® Solutions Summit will take place on April 8, 2023.
How a Bill Becomes a Law: Pharmacy Legislation to Watch
FDA Accepts Supplemental BLA For Nivolumab For Melanoma
The PDFUA date for the drug is October 13, 2023.
ASHP CEO Urges Biden Administration to Utilize Pharmacists as Care Providers in Opioid Epidemic
The letter outlined 7 steps that the Biden administration can take without the need for additional legislation.
Pharmacy Organizations Partner to Reaffirm Commitment to DEI at All Levels of Health Care
The groups released 8 recommendations to support action across the health care community.