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The FDA has approved Ironwood and Allergan’s Linzess (linaclotide) for an additional dosing of 72 mcg.

This weekly video program provides our readers with an in-depth review of the latest news, product approvals, FDA rulings, and more. Our Week in Review is a can't miss for the busy pharmacy professional.

Certain measurements of drug costs do not show the whole picture, and can lead to an inaccurate picture of the gross spend by the customer, and an overstatement of the profits made by manufacturers, according to the study.

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Researchers at Johns Hopkins University investigated knowledge of smoking and nicotine among HIV-positive smokers in a study published online in Addictive Behaviors.

Using bezlotoxumab lowers the rate of recurrent Clostridium difficile infection more than a placebo alone, according to results of 2 phase 3 trials published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine.

Researchers have found a way to potentially combat the damaging effects of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

The Walgreens Flu Index is a weekly report developed to provide state- and market-specific information regarding flu activity, and ranking of those experiencing the highest incidences of influenza across the country.

A new study highlights important changes in trends and patterns among cancer mortality in the United States.

New sepsis guidelines have been released

A confirmed customer report of the presence of particulate matter within a single vial prompted Hospira to recall the injectable antibiotic, FDA officials announced.

The Biologics & Biosimilars Collective Intelligence Consortium (BBCIC) is pleased to announce the addition of a new participating organization, Apobiologix.

A natural compound found in broccoli, celery, parsley, and thyme, may reduce the risk of metastasis in triple-negative breast cancer.

Officials with Adapt Pharma announced the FDA approval of Narcan (naloxone HCI) Nasal Spray additional dosing.

Seven individuals were arrested and indicted for their involvement in a prescription forgery scheme aimed at illicitly obtaining narcotics for resale.

Researchers are now beginning to watch trends in medical malpractice lawsuits by discipline.

We as pharmacists can start making a little additional balance for ourselves by planning relaxing 3 day weekends.

Pharmacists have yet another reason to promote smoking cessation, as the results of a new study have indicated that smokers with depression can boost their mental health by kicking the habit.

Pharmacists continue to rank big in lists that highlight the profession’s value.

Poisonous mushrooms may hold the key to more efficiently treating diseases, findings from a recent study report.

The FDA has approved Imbruvica (ibrutinib) for the treatment of marginal zone lymphoma.

10-1074 was well-tolerated, demonstrated favorable pharmacokinetic properties, and had high antiviral activity among patients with HIV, a recent study found.

Fear of adverse drug events often influences adherence decisions.

A new study, published in Psychiatric Services, reveals a missed opportunity for early HIV detection and treatment.

The prevalence of diabetes is 17% higher in rural areas than in urban areas.

A recent study indicates that continuous medication monitoring (CoMM) could serve as a valuable tool for community pharmacists, shifting the focus from dispensing to improving patient outcomes and medication use.