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Intravenous Immunoglobulin May Accelerate Platelet Count Stabilization, Recovery in Obinutuzumab-Related ThrombocytopeniaComplete recovery of platelet counts after obinutuzumab-based therapy was found to be associated with, or accelerated by, intravenous immunoglobulin.
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ADHD Awareness Month and the Pharmacist’s RoleADHD Awareness Months brings attention to a common, but still somewhat misunderstood condition that pharmacists encounter on a near daily basis.
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Activating Protein Subtype May Lower Common Adverse Effects Associated with Thiazolidinedione Medications for DiabetesThiazolidinediones may change metabolic patterns and contribute to weight gain.
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Summertime Medication Sun Safety TipsWith the vast number of drugs that can induce photosensitivity, patients taking any of these medications should receive safety counseling, especially during the summer months.
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Educational Opportunities Exist for the Pharmaceutical Care of AnimalsInterested individuals may gain certification or continuing-education credits, many of which are available through the American College of Veterinary Pharmacists.
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January OTC Case Studies- DiabetesCases address questions about glycated hemoglobin A1C and hypoglycemia management.
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The Pharmacist’s Role in Bleeding DisordersPharmacists are an important part of the care team for patients with bleeding disorders, providing services such as medication counseling and reconciliation.
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Tip of the Week: The Time is Now to Provide Telehealth, Telepharmacy ServicesThe Covid-19 pandemic has elevated telehealth as a viable alternative to face-to-face interactions under certain circumstances, the list of which is expanding as technology expands and clinicians become more accustomed to and adept in its use.
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Postpandemic Future Is Bright for TechniciansTapping techs as immunizers opens up greater visibility and new source of health care labor.
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New Therapeutic Agents and Final Thoughts on DEDA panel of experts comment on new therapeutic agents being developed and discuss their final thoughts on dry eye disease.
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Treatment of Acute, Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections with Ampicillin for Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococcus SpeciesThe incidence of vancomycin-resistant enterococci has nearly doubled in recent years.
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Managing Vaccines and COVID-19 Testing With Paperless TechnologyCOVID-19 has increased the demand for new, safer curbside conveniences and the health care industry—including the pharmacy—has transformed rapidly to meet patient needs and prioritize safety as a result of the pandemic.
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia: Considerations for PharmacistsDrs Anthony Perissinotti and Kirollos Hanna provide some important considerations for pharmacists in treating chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
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Evaluation of a Chemotherapy Advanced Preparation Pilot Program to Improve Throughput in an Oncology Infusion ClinicPharmacy workflow changes in the preparation of chemotherapy products can reduce patient chair time.
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FDA Proposed Rule: Game Changer For Pharmaceutical Supply ChainFDA seeks to reduce diversion of pharmaceutical products via sales by unlicensed distributers and tighten up the supply chain by vetting trading partners.
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Tips to Finding Balance: Being a Well-Rounded Student PharmacistFrom countless hours of studying to participating in pharmacy organizations to volunteering in the community, it’s no surprise that student pharmacists often struggle to find balance as a well-rounded student.
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Three Ways to Address Clinical Burnout and Health Care Drug DiversionWhile staffing challenges mean health leaders may have to shift priorities and resources, one area where we shouldn’t scale back is in our efforts to mitigate health care drug diversion.
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Clinical Overview: Certain Antihypertensive Drugs Can Lower Risk for New Onset Type 2 DiabetesMeta-analysis of randomized controlled trials adds to growing evidence around certain antihypertensive drug classes showing promise for primary or secondary prevention of diabetes.
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Proof of Delivery is Key to Maximizing Pharmacy Reimbursement, Defending Audits and Preventing Costly Write-OffsFive crucial steps pharmacies can take to enhance patient engagement and lower operational costs.
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Considerations for Environmentally Conscious Pharmacy StudentsEnvironmental conditions and air pollution affect health by causing injuries and fatalities, exacerbating respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, and spreading infectious diseases.
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Study: Developing MIS-C Remains Rare but Significantly More Likely for Unvaccinated ChildrenStudy shows that 98% of cases of multi-system inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) were unvaccinated, suggesting that vaccination reduces the chance of a child who had COVID-19 later developing MIS-C.
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Managing Drug Interactions in HIV and TB Coinfection Is ComplexBest practices call for referring to resources, such as those from HHS and the University of Liverpool.
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Deprescribing Helps Optimize Medication UseFrequent reassessments of therapy regimens address polypharmacy, particularly for older patients.
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Perinatal Women’s Views of Pharmacist-Delivered Perinatal Depression ScreeningPharmacists are ideally positioned within communities to identify patients struggling with perinatal depression.
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Enhancing Patient Care and the Scope of Practice for Pharmacists, Student Pharmacists Through Immunizations During the Monkeypox OutbreakPharmacists and student pharmacists became the center of responding to the Monkeypox outbreak by providing immunizations to their communities.
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Four Tips for Navigating Pharmacy Compliance Audits in 2022In recent years, the auditing process has evolved into a full-blown investigation, often requiring pharmacies to submit hundreds of pages of documentation
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Three Ways Community Pharmacies Can Partner With Academia to Implement Patient Care InitiativesMany faculty members are adept at training and teaching pharmacists and pharmacy technicians how to perform physical exams and tests.
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503B Has Genesis in Food, Drug, and Cosmetic ActFacilities play key role in health care because of their bulk production, stringent quality standards and wide distribution.
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Evaluation of a Chemotherapy Advanced Preparation Pilot Program to Improve Throughput in an Oncology Infusion ClinicPharmacy workflow changes in the preparation of chemotherapy products can reduce patient chair time.
