CVS to Show Real-time Medication Costs
The pharmacy chain announced that CVS Caremark customers will have access to medication costs and lower-cost alternatives.
Safety Communication: Biotin May Interfere with Lab Test Results
Biotin, AKA vitamin B7, appears to significantly throw off the results of certain lab tests.
ASHP Celebrates 75th Anniversary at Midyear 2017
This year, pharmacists can look forward to a variety of great topics and meetings in Orlando.
Riomet (Metformin Hydrochloride Oral Solution) Recalled
Samples of the diabetes medication were contaminated.
Teva Laying Off Employees in Israel and United States
The world's largest generic drug manufacturer is laying off thousands of employees.
7 Weird Gifts Every Pharmacist Wants
Don’t know what to get your coworkers? Relax, we’ve got you covered.
AmerisourceBergen/H.D. Smith Merger Expands Community Pharmacy Reach
Two major players in the pharmacy market are joining together.
Pharmacy Ordered to Repay Nearly $1 Million to Medicaid
An independent community pharmacy was busted in a Medicare fraud investigation.
Multistate Generic Lawsuit Expands and Includes Executives
A multistate antitrust investigation into generic drug pricing has expanded further.
FDA Assists Generic Drugmakers with New Guidances
The FDA is promoting generic competition and issuing new REMS guidance.
Ohio’s PDMP Gives Pharmacists Better Patient View
The PDMP will give pharmacists access to advanced analytics.
Baxter Issues Recall of Nexterone Injection
The affected lots could contain particulate matter.
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.
