November 22nd 2024
On the most recent episode of Over the Counter, James Rider, PharmD, joined Drug Topics to discuss his career journey as a chain pharmacist.
NABP e-profile IDs make it easier to get CPE credit
June 15th 2011A new continuing education reporting system sponsored by NABP and ACPE should be in use by the end of the year. In order to receive credit for CPE activities, applicants will provide their NABP e-Profile ID and date of birth. IDs may be obtained at the NABP website.
Two new molecular entities treat hypertension and COPD
June 15th 2011FDA has approved azilsartan medoxomil 40-mg and 80-mg tablets for the treatment of hypertension, either alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. FDA has also approved roflumilast as a treatment to reduce the risk of COPD exacerbations in patients with severe COPD associated with chronic bronchitis and a history of exacerbations (not the relief of acute bronchospasm).
FDA holds corporate execs responsible for pharma abuses
May 15th 2011Frustrated by its lack of success at reining in drug-company abuses, FDA is bringing back a legal doctrine spawned by long-dead rodents to bring criminal charges against pharmaceutical executives, including executives who had no personal knowledge of company misdeeds.
Pharmacy school loan forgiveness: Healthcare reform offers students new hope
May 15th 2011If the Affordable Care Act makes pharmacists primary care providers, the profession gains a host of advantages, including Medicare provider status. For AACP, the goal is eligibility for student loan forgiveness under the NHSC.
Pharmacists' rights get boost from UPS labor decision
May 15th 2011A recent state appellate court decision in California could help pharmacists claim meal and rest breaks they are due under state labor law. The case, which involved United Parcel Service workers, affirmed workers' right to up to 2 hours of extra pay daily.
Evolving pharm tech roles call for expanded training, certification
May 15th 2011With the expansion of pharmacist roles come the burdens of managing the existing obligations embedded in professional pharmacy practice. Technicians, when appropriately trained and certified, can help fulfill many delegated functions in the pharmacy.