Beware of new warnings for contrast agents
FDA issues new warnings about Definity and Optison contrast agents
If you're administering the micro-bubble contrast agents Definity (Perflutren Lipid Microsphere, Bristol-Myers Squibb Medical Imaging) or Optison (Perflutren Protein-Type A Microspheres for Injection, GE Healthcare), beware that the FDA has just issued new labeling that warns that these products have not been tested for safety and efficacy when used with exercise or pharmacological stress. The agency also cautioned that the products are contraindicated among patients with unstable cardiopulmonary status. For more information, refer to
Pharmacists Play Unique Role in Advancing Health Equity for Patients With Chronic Disease
December 7th 2023A new study, outlined in a poster at ASHP Midyear 2023, identified 3 key themes associated with the ways in which pharmacists are positioned to advance health equity for patients with chronic diseases.
