Viewpoint: Should a pharmacist admit fault after a dispensing error?
The author has mixed feelings about whether pharmacists should apologize to patients after they make a drug error.
Pharmacists lose in final ESRD rule
A final rule from CMS makes no requirements for a pharmacist to be part of the dialysis team, creating concern among hospital pharmacists.
New products: June 16, 2008
New indications, formulations, drugs, generics and over the counter products
Technology update: Electronic medical records gain new momentum
Three new initiatives are pushing electronic medical records like never before.
How supermarket pharmacies can leverage their combination of health and food
FMI supermarket pharmacy conference attendees learn what new pharmacy services deparment's priorities are for 2008.
CMS to R.Ph.s: Beware of new nursing home guidance
A compliance guidance for nursing homes proposed by the OIG emphasizes the need for appropriate pharmaceutical care.
Has the time come for a third class of drugs?
The FDA recently held a hearing on behind the counter class of drugs. This article looks at the positions of various pharmacy associations and pharmacists.
JP at large: Pharmacy: Not a job for sissies
The author laments about the toll standing behind the counter all day takes on his feet.
Pharmacy schools getting more competitive and exclusive
Demand for pharmacists and rising salaries is fueling increased competition among pharmacy school applicants.
Certolizumab pegol (Cimzia, UCB Group) approved for Crohn's disease
FDA approves new biologic to reduce symptoms of Crohn's disease
FDA approves olopatadine (Patanase) nasal spray for allergic rhinitis
Alcon Laboratories receives regulatory nod for new allergy spray.
APhA begins search for CEO
The American Pharmacists Association has already put in place plans for a smooth transition to a new chief executive officer in 2009
NACDS suggests ways to improve MedGuides to FDA
In comments to FDA, NACDS suggests several ways in which medication guides can be improved.
FDA approves alvimopan (Entereg) for the treatment of post-operative ileus
GSK and Aldolor's alvimopan is approved to improve GI recovery following surgery.
CMS reins in Medicare Advantage plans
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is proposing regulations to control selling tactics used by Medicare Advantage and Part D plans to attract new customers.
CDC recommends herpes zoster vaccine for adults over age 60
CDC updates vaccine recommendation for herpes zoster.
New DEA rule lets docs treat more recovering patients
A DEA final rule allows prescribers to order narcotics for up to 100 patients at one time for detoxification purposes.
Mycophenolate mofetil and mycophenolic acid linked to spontaneous abortion and birth defects
FDA issues warning to healthcare professionals about Roche and Novartis' transplant drugs.
New guidelines spell out how to use biologics to treat psoriasis
The American Academy of Dermatology has issued new guidelines on the management of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
Medicare announces over 320 winning suppliers for DMEPOS bid program
CMS announed the names of the 325 winning suppliers that have signed contracts with Medicare to provide DMEPOS.
FDA to take new tack on postmarketing surveillance
FDA will review claims data from Medicare and other sources to identify unsafe drugs and devices.
Complementary and alternative care educational campaign launched
NCCAM has launched Time to Talk educational campaign about complementary and alternative care medicine.
Daiichi and Ranbaxy to tie the knot
The largest Indian drugmaker is hooking up with a Japanese pharmaceutical firm.
Connectyx launches MedFlash with Fred Meyer Stores
Connectyx Technologies Holdings Group has launched MedFlash personal health records at Fred Meyer stores.
YourRxCard.com launches ask the pharmacist program
YourRxCard.com launches ask the pharmacist program for its members.
Litigation underway to derail DMEPOS bidding program
A suit has been filed to put a stop to the Medicare competitive bidding program for durable medical supplies.
AMCP: Don't require Part D plans to include all drugs for serious conditions
AMCP has sent a letter to Senate leaders strongly objecting to Section 176 of S. 3101.
Needy assisted living seniors should be spared drug co-payments, says ALFA
ALFA pleads with the Senate Special Committee on Aging to drop co-payments for poor assisted living residents.
Two lots of Daytrana recalled
ADHD patch recalled due to liner failure.
New suit filed to derail Medi-Cal cutbacks
Eight community pharmacies have filed suit to stop Medi-Cal reimbursement cutbacks from taking effect on July 1.
