Using Animal and Human Drugs in Veterinary Pharmacy
Some common human drugs are toxic when used in animals.
Public Health and Pharmacy Intersect, Providing Opportunities
Pharmacists are making waves in public health practice.
Improving Health Care and Medication Access for Minority Populations
Across the country, minority populations face significant disparities in medication use. It's time for that to change.
Manage Your Stress for Your Best Health
A personal medical diagnosis led one pharmacist on a journey of health and healing.
Optimizing Off-Label Use of Biologics, New Medications
Experts explored out-of-the-box solutions for treating challenging skin and hair disorders at the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)’s 2022 Annual Meeting.
OTC Drug Interaction Considerations in the Cough and Cold Aisle
OTC remedies are widely available, but some carry drug-drug or drug-disease interactions that pharmacists should be aware of.
Insomnia and Bipolar Disorder: New Directions
The average patient with bipolar disorder struggles with sleep disorders. Here's how you can help.
Employers Launch EmsanaRx PBM
EmsanaRx, a pharmacy benefit manager launched by the Purchaser Business Group on Health, started operations in January.
Spotlight: Issues in ADHD
Catch up on all the latest in ADHD from the virtual APSARD 2022 Annual Meeting.
2022 May Be Turning Point for Biosimilars in US
A new report by Cardinal Health includes research findings on insulin biosimilars use among retail pharmacists and physicians.
AbbVie Submits Supplemental NDA for Vraylar for Adjunctive MDD Therapy
Cariprazine is already approved to treat schizophrenia and bipolar I in adults.
Apetamin Gains Popularity on Social Media as Weight Gain Drug
Apetamin has been promoted worldwide as a weight gain supplement—but what are the dangers of misuse?
Zuranolone Study Meets Endpoints for Major Depression Disorder Treatment
Zuranolone treatment in patients with major depressive disorder demonstrates a rapid and statistically significant reduction in depressive symptoms.
Massive Surge in Illness, Injury Among Health Care Workers
Health care and social workers combined for more injuries and illnesses than any other industry in the nation.
New Antibacterial Drugs Lagging in Development, Investment
Industry and investors are focusing on other segments despite the need for new therapeutics
News Roundup: February 7 to February 11
Your weekly roundup of the latest news from Drug Topics®.
Dupixent Granted FDA Priority Review in Pediatric Patients
The move is supported by data from a Phase 3 trial that evaluated the efficacy and safety of dupilumab in addition to standard-of-care topical corticosteroids.
Drug Overdose Deaths Top 1 Million, Per Bipartisan Congressional Report
Drug overdoses now cost the United States about $1 trillion annually.
Medicaid Programs Working to Keep Up With Pandemic Behavioral Health Needs
A Kaiser Family Foundation survey found that all the responding programs had at least one initiative to expand behavioral health services.
Lose Weight, Gain Health: How Pharmacy-Based Weight Loss Programs Can Fight the Obesity Epidemic
As some of the most accessible health care professionals, pharmacists are uniquely positioned to help patients manage their weight
News Roundup: January 31 to February 4
Complement Patient Care With Vitamins and Supplements
Vitamins and supplements provide clinical benefits to patients—while boosting the pharmacy’s bottom line.
Dry Eye Linked to Poor Sleep Quality
All components of sleep quality were reduced significantly in individuals with dry eye disease.
Patients Willing to Use Medical Cannabis for Dermatology Conditions
A national survey found that patients are willing to try medical cannabis products as potential treatments of their condition. Additionally, some already use over-the-counter cannabis products.
Medical Misinformation Consequences in Health Care
The COVID-19 pandemic and social media have resulted in extreme levels of misinformation.
This Week in COVID-19: Travel Ban Updates, Omicron Uncertainty, and New Vaccine Mandates
COVID-19 updates and news to know as of December 6, 2021.
Omicron Variant: Moderna Announces Updates to SARS-CoV-2 Strategy for Variants of Concern
The Omicron variant was first identified in South Africa on November 24, 2021.
COVID-19: What We Know, What We Don’t About the Omicron Variant
The Omicron variant of COVID-19 is spreading quickly, jumping continents through infected travelers. Here’s the latest on what global health officials know.
Significant Increase in US Obesity Prevalence Over 4 Decades
From 1976 to 2018, data show the prevalence of obesity in the United States increased from 6.2% to 32.7%.
Health Equity Scorecard Shows Care Disparities for People of Color
Racial and ethnic inequities persist in all 50 states.
