Qternmet XR Combinations Approved for Type-2 Diabetes
New drug combines dapagliflozin, saxagliptin, and metformin.
Two Drugs Approved for Cardiomyopathy Caused by Amyloidosis
Two different versions of tafamadis get the FDA’s nod to treat a rare heart disease.
Walgreens Announces Mental Health First Aid Training for Pharmacists and Employees
New services will start with select pharmacists before expanding to Walgreens team memebers and potentially a nationwide resource.
Tibsovo Indication Expanded to Newly-Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia by FDA
Tibsovo (ivosidenib) is an isocitrate dehydrogenase1- inhibitor, originally approved in 2018.
Dengvaxia Approved by FDA for Prevention of Dengue Disease
First vaccine approved for all four Dengue virus serotypes in children and teens ages 9 through 16, but comes with major restrictions and controversy.
ASHP Members Honored for Practice Excellence, Leadership
Victoza (Liraglutide): Potential New Treatment for Child and Adolescent Type 2 Diabetes
Results from a recent ELLIPSE trial indicate superiority in reducing blood sugar when compared to the placebo.
Benlysta (belimumab) Indication Expanded to Children with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Benlysta is the first approved treatment for children with lupus.
FDA’s “Reduce the Risk” Campaign Tackles Opioid Exposure
The campaign places emphasis on Americans' role in proper removal and disposal of opioids from their home.
The Role of Data Mitigating Drug Diversion
As the U.S. opioid addiction crisis continues to worsen, the pharmacy industry’s role in addressing the epidemic continues to increase.
Trace Amounts of N-Nitrosodiethylamine (NDEA) Prompt Recall of Valsartan Drugs, Other Products
Legacy Pharma Expands NMBA Recall Notice
FDA to Launch Drug Supply Chain Security Act Regional Pilot Project
Blockchain technology will track intra- and inter- health care system medicine transfers.
ASHP Releases Compounded Sterile Prep Course
Self-guided, online program offers 36 hours of CE credits.
Opinion: Big Storm Brewing for American Specialty Pharmacies and Patients
Specialty pharmacy prescriptions are plagued by a myraid of complications.
FDA Approves New COPD Maintenance Treatment
DUAKLIR PRESSAIR (aclidinium bromide and formoterol fumarate) provides LAMA/LABA therapy.
Specialty Pharmacies On the Rise
Growth is seen in healthcare settings, but still dominated by independent locations.
US Bioservices will Dispense Diacomit in Exclusive Deal
Diacomit (stiripentol) is indicated for rare, severe form of pediatric epilepsy.
How Pharmacists Can Encourage the Disposal of Unused Prescriptions
By heading off the misuse of unused medications, pharmacists can play a key role in combatting opioid diversion, accidental poisonings and environmental pollution.
AbbVie’s Risankizumab-rzaa Granted Regulatory Approval
Indicated for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
Looks Matter and Neatness Counts
Is the look of your pharmacy an impediment to your success?
Walgreens to Implement New Tobacco Restrictions
The chain will now require customers to be 21 years of age to purcahse tobacco products.
Fentanyl Patches Recalled for Mislabeling
Alvogen, Inc., has issued a recall of two lots of Fentanyl Transdermal System 12 mcg/h transdermal patches to the consumer level.
Spravato for Treatment-Resistant Severe Depression (Update)
Esketamine comes with close supervision requirements. 800 clinics have already been approved and dispensed initial applications.
Bleeding Improved with Apixaban versus VKA
Bleeding in patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation and coronary syndrome was reduced by apixaban versus vitamin K antagonists.
Kidney Disease Patients May Not Be Getting OACs
Many kidney disease patients with atrial fibrillation are not treated with anticoagulation, increasing their risk of stroke.
Keytruda (Pembrolizumab) Issued New Dosage and Indication
The FDA has recently approved new dosage form and two new indications for the drug.
How Pharmacist Provider Status Is Crucial in Fighting the Opioid Epidemic
Progressive Ohio law adds pharmacists as a key patient care team member.
Facebook Takes Steps to Reduce Vaccine Misinformation
Facebook plans to reduce the ranking of groups and pages that spread misinformation about vaccines.
EPA’s New Rules on Drug Disposal Begin in August
Approved regulations allow for some flexibility for drugs that can be redistributed or qualify for manufacturer credit.
Profiles of Four Travel Health Clinics
The strategies these pharmacists followed to succeed.
