FDA Shuts Down Fake Pharmacies
A worldwide operation shuts down hundreds of illegal websites.
CVS Limits Opioid Use
The chain’s PBM will limit opioid prescriptions, along with a host of other opioid safety programs.
FDA Safety Communication for Ocaliva
FDA issues new communication about risk of liver injury with Ocaliva (obeticholic acid).
FDA Okays Benzodiazepines and Medication-Assisted Opioid Addiction Treatment
A new communication says benzodiazepines can be used with buprenorphine or methadone, if carefully managed.
Specialty Drug Prices Help Increase Insurance Costs
New data show that health benefit costs in 2018 will rise by their highest since 2011.
Walgreens Announces New Opioid Campaign
The pharmacy is launching its #ItEndsWithUs campaign to educate teens.
UCLA’s Compounding Pharmacy Faces Sanctions
The pharmacy faces sanctions after nearly 1,000 IV bags were made with expired ingredients.
FDA Considers Compounding Pharmacy Regulations
Gottlieb says that changes may be coming, but remains firm on current regulations.
CA Drug Pricing Bill Set to Pass Despite Generic Concerns
A California bill aimed at curbing drug prices is about to be signed, despite concerns it will raise generic drug prices.
Generic Pricing Lawsuit Against CVS Dropped; Walgreens Suit Stands
CVS Health executives are pleased that a lawsuit alleging collusion with PBMS on generic drug costs has been withdrawn.
Walgreens Finalizes Rite Aid Purchase
After the failed merger, Walgreens gets go-ahead to purchase hundreds of Rite Aid stores.
Study Finds Reoccurrence of Adverse Events After Immunization is Relatively Low
Adverse events after vaccinations don’t usually recur after reimmunizations.
Babies Should Receive HepB Vaccine Immediately After Birth
First dose of HepB vaccine should be given in the first 24 hours to prevent infection.
Proper Med Disposal Is Even More Important Than You Think
A huge number of opioids go unused. So where do they go?
Rite Aid Launches Children’s Flu Shot Clinics
Rite Aid’s KidsCents will offer free flu shots to children.
How to Save $8.5 Million in Drug Costs
Hospital pharmacists and physicians saved millions on cardiovascular meds.
CVS Unveils New Vending Machines
The new machines will feature of variety of OTC meds and other products.
Pharmacists Should Have Plans in Place for Disasters
International pharmacy group says that pharmacists should create advance plans for major disasters.
Clinical Challenge: Treating Nasal Congestion with Concomitant Hypertension
In Clinical Challenge, we give you one case and two different expert opinions. You decide the best approach.
Pharmacists Can Help Reduce Repeat MIs
Nonadherence to treatment plans is a contributing factor in for many second myocardial infarctions.
PBMs Look to the Future
PBMs are evolving, but what will they be evolving into and will they be more transparent?
Neratinib for Early Stage Breast Cancer
Neratinib (Nerlynx) is an extended adjuvant treatment for patients with early stage HER2 positive breast cancer who are receiving trastuzumab therapy.
Limits on Opioid Prescriptions Gain Popularity
Opioid limits are gaining popularity, but do they actually work?
The Underappreciated Risks of Hospital IV Compounding
Technology can help reduce error rates in IV compounding.
Are You Keeping Your Patients' Digital Info Safe?
Ransomware and cybersecurity threats expose patients to risks.
Balancing Act: Dealing with Stress in the Pharmacy
It's no news that pharmacists are stressed, but how is it affecting job performance-and how do pharmacists cope?
Express Scripts’ New Formulary Favors Biosimilars, Cuts Opioids
Check out the latest changes to the Express Scripts formulary
“Check Your Meds Day” Is Coming
How one day could help your patients manage their meds.
The Top 7 Craziest Drugs in the Pipeline
Not all drugs are incredible-and sometimes even the incredible ones have weird origins.
Pharmacists Recognized for Cancer Screening Efforts
The FIP awards honored two international pharmacy associations for their recent campaigns.
