FDA: Febuxostat Linked with Increased Risk of Cardiac Death
Compared to allopurinol, febuxostat has an increased risk of heart-related deaths.
First Drug with an Ingestible Sensor Approved
Abilify MyCite is the first drug to contain a bit of technology that reports that it has been taken as prescribed.
Pharm Tech Certification Board Finishes Beta Version of Compounded Sterile Prep Test
A new test will pave the way for a certification in compounded sterile preparation for pharmacy technicians.
Low-Dose Aspirin May Help Prevent Some Breast Cancer
Low-dose aspirin may reduce the risk of the HR-positive/HER2-negative subtype of breast cancer.
Compounding Pharmacy’s License Suspended
A compounding pharmacist is accused of a "gross breach of professional duty."
Late Menopause May Link to Reduced Risk of Diabetes
A prospective study found a reduced risk of developing diabetes in women the later they entered menopause.
The Nocebo Effect: What You Hear Can Hurt You
Just how seriously do negative expectations affect patients?
Health System Pharmacies Adopt Next-Generation Tech
It's time for pharmacies to move into the future: Industry 4.0.
New Smart Tech Improves Diabetes Management
A new frontier of tools for diabetes management is here.
Becoming a CDE Can Help Make a Difference
How becoming a certified diabetes educator can help improve lives.
Promoting Drug Safety During Breastfeeding
Pharmacists can help women who breastfeed by identifying the safest drugs and dosage schedules to minimize exposure.
Insulin Drug Prices Are on the Rise and States Want Answers
Several state attorneys general are asking pointed questions about why insulin prices are rising.
Compounded Injectables Recalled
United Pharmacy is recalling glutamine/arginine/carnitine injections.
Five Strategies to Reduce Psychological Insulin Resistance
People with diabetes may have PIR, where they resist starting on insulin therapy, but pharmacists can use these strategies to help them.
What Makes a Successful Antibiotic Stewardship Program?
By understanding factors associated with successful ASPs, we can determine how best to support hospitals in developing good stewardship practices.
Startup Offers Deliveries and Reminders
ScriptDrop's delivery and medication reminder service may help reduce prescription abandonment and nonadherence.
Pharmacy Supply Lines Are Still Shaking After Storm Passes
Two hurricanes devastated the U.S. supply chain, affecting pharmacies all over-and leaving many to wonder what’s next.
Blockchain Tech Could Track Pharmacy Supply Chain
A technology called blockchain could give pharmacies the ability to securely track pharmaceuticals and protect privacy.
Pharmacists Work Through Northern California Firestorms
In the middle of terrible disaster, pharmacists were there.
Take a Cue from Your Queues!
Queueing theory can help pharmacy managers control lines, wait times, and staffing issues.
New Shingles Vaccine Option for the United States
FDA and CDC give thumbs up to Shingrix.
Postherpetic Neuralgia: Cause, Treatment, and Avoidance
For some, the pain of shingles does not fade and turns into postherpetic neuralgia.
Why Every Pharmacist Should Care About the CVS/Aetna Deal
Even if it doesn't happen, the deal says a lot about the current and future states of pharmacy.
Flu Vaccine Could Provide Long-Lasting Protection
A flu vaccine that is effective for several years is showing promise.
Oral HPV Infects 1 in 9 men in America
Eleven million American men have oral human papillomavirus infections, which can lead to head and neck cancer.
Tisagenlecleucel (Kymriah) for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
A new era of treatment has arrived-here’s what you need to know.
NACDS Endorses Improvements to Drug Monitoring Programs
NACDS is supporting the MONITOR Act to help curb opioid abuse.
How a New Technology Can Keep Pharmacists in the Front Lines
Surescripts has unveiled a new prescription benefit and prior authorization solution.
10 Vintage Ads Show How Pharmacy Has Changed
Pharmacy has changed a lot in the last 70 years, and these old ads prove it.
Health Apps Could Produce $7 Billion in Savings
The number of health apps is spiking, but they're also getting better.