Diabetes Affecting Mortality Rates More in Younger Adults
Older adults with diabetes are experiencing declines in all-cause mortality rates, whereas younger adults continue to be affected more by the condition.
Lefamulin (Xenleta) for Community Acquired Bacterial Pneumonia
Lefamulin was approved by the FDA in August 2019 for the treatment of CABP.
The 'Unattainable Triangle' of Community Pharmacy
Quality, speed, and price has been referred to as the "Unattainable Triangle".
Olaparib Granted Priority Review for HRR-Mutated Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer
FDA approval decision expected in the second quarter of 2020.
PPI Use May Affect Cognition in Individuals Previously Treated for Breast Cancer
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may be linked to concentration and memory problems in individuals with a history of breast cancer.
Pharmacy Trends in 2020 and Beyond: Preparing for a New Decade
As we head into a new year, Drug Topics® is exploring some of the latest pharmacy trends and how they will shape the industry in the next decade.
Sunosi for Excessive Sleepiness in Adults with Narcolepsy or Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Solriamfetol (Sunosi, Jazz Pharmaceuticals) to treat excessive sleepiness in adult patients with narcolepsy or obstructive sleep apnea was approved on March 20, 2019.
FDA OKs Cardiovascular Risk Reduction Indication for Semaglutide
The FDA has approved semaglutide (Ozempic, Novo Nordisk) for the reduction of major adverse cardiovascular (CV) events in patients with type 2 diabetes and established CV disease.
What Pharmacists Are Saying About Stress
Let’s take a look at some of the most common issues pharmacists are facing, as seen recently on Facebook.
What Pharmacists Need to Know About Psoriasis Medications
Pharmacists can play an integral role in managing patients with psoriasis through medication therapies and lifestyle modifications.
What’s the Cost of Herpes Zoster?
The impact of herpes zoster can be measured in a number of different ways.
Pharmacist Groups Laud Supreme Court PBM Case Hearing
The NACDS and NCPA praised the United States Supreme Court's decision to hear a case involving states’ regulation of pharmacy benefit managers.
Nektar Withdraws NDA for Opioid Therapy After FDA Committee Vote
The FDA Committees voted against recommending approval of Nektar Therapeutics' oxycodegol.
FDA Grants Fast Track Designation to Flu Vaccine for Older Adults
Novavax’s recombinant quadrivalent flu vaccine candidate (NanoFlu) is being evaluated in an ongoing phase 3 clinical study for use in older adults.
4 Pharmacy New Year’s Resolutions For 2020
Here are 4 pharmacy-related New Year’s resolutions that can help enhance your pharmacy services.
Diabetes a Serious Risk Factor for Herpes Zoster
Shingles vaccination recommended by CDC and ADCES.
Addressing the Opioid Crisis in 2020
The opioid crisis continues to be one of the worst public health crises that the United States has ever seen.
An Update on Pharmacists’ Vaccination Authority
Progress has been made, but there’s still a long road ahead.
Eli Lilly Introduces New Lower-Priced Versions of Humalog Insulin Products
Eli Lilly added additional affordability options for patients with diabetes who use certain insulin products.
Effect of Long-Term Antipsychotic Use on Morbidity, Mortality Risk
Antipsychotics were not associated with an increased risk of morbidity and mortality in patients with schizophrenia in a new study.
A Look Ahead: What to Expect from the Pharmacy Landscape in 2020
Optimism is strong around the pharmacy industry as we head into a new decade, and many believe that 2020 is going to be a pivotal year for the industry.
Educating Patients on the Latest Diabetes Technology
Patients with diabetes now have access to more technology than ever before to help them manage the chronic disease, but the devices can be complicated for patients to use.
Study: Nasal Spray Naloxone Easiest to Use for Untrained Individuals
A study evaluated the ability of untrained individuals to use different forms of naloxone administration.
Most Valuable Drugs in the 2020 Pipeline
Here are the top drugs expected to be approved this year.
Pharmacists Top Most Trusted Professions in Gallup Poll
NACDS says DIR fees, other policies need to change.
Investigational Immunotherapy for Peanut Allergy Shows Long-Term Clinical Benefit
Viaskin Peanut (DBV Technologies) achieved durable, long-term clinical benefit in peanut-allergic children.
Cardiovascular Disease Linked to Increased Risk of Kidney Failure
Individuals with a history of heart disease may be at an increased risk of developing kidney failure.
WHO Insulin Prequalification Program to Expand Access
Pharmacy Chains Counter Allegations in Federal Opioid Lawsuit
In a new lawsuit, CVS, Walgreen, Rite Aid, and other major pharmacy chains said that they are not to blame in federal opioid litigation
Cancer Mortality Continues Decline, Progress Driven by New Treatments
Overall cancer death rates declined by 29% over a 26-year time period, with the largest single-year drop on record reported from 2016 to 2017.