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Sanofi announced today that the FDA has approved its 24-hour formulation of levocetirizine dihydrochloride (Xyzal Allergy 24HR) for the over-the-counter (OTC) treatment of symptoms associated with seasonal and year-round allergies.

More than half of Americans take multivitamin/mineral (MVM) supplements containing more than 9 micronutrients (vitamins/minerals) that provide 100% of the recommended daily allowances.

Streptococcus pneumonia is an indiscriminate killer.

CVS Health has announced a major commitment in support of women's heart health, pledging to raise a minimum of $10 million over the next 3 years to support life-saving cardiovascular research and education.

Neti pots have become popular for the treatment of sinus congestion, colds, allergies, and moistening nasal passages.

In an increasingly diverse country, our pharmacy profession's ability to educate a diverse workforce may determine our impact.

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition characterized by transient or persistent erythema of the central face including inflammatory papules or pustules, telangiectasia, or hyperplasia of the connective tissue.1 At least 14 million people in the United States have rosacea, and the prevalence may be as high as 5%.1,2 This disease is most common in women (especially during menopause), people with fair skin, and in adults between the ages of 30 and 60.2

The FDA recently approved Endo International and Par Pharmaceutical’s new drug application for its 50 mg/ml ephedrine sulfate injection.

The FDA has approved Teva’s newest asthma treatment for adolescent and adult patients.

The Meijer Simply Give program set a record in 2016 with $7.8 million for food pantries throughout the Midwest, bringing the program’s overall donation to more than $28 million since its inception in 2008.

All over the United States, outpatient clinics and emergency rooms are inundated with patients who report fever, chills, and cough all winter.

Antimicrobial-resistant infections have become an alarming threat to public health. Drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB) is a particularly widespread issue that can be especially damaging or fatal.

Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. and Rite Aid Corporation have entered into an amendment and extension of their previously announced definitive merger agreement under which Walgreens Boots Alliance will acquire all outstanding shares of Rite Aid, a U.S. retail pharmacy chain.

Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, is a bacterial infection caused by group A Streptococcus or “group A strep.”

Albertsons Companies has announced that, since its merger with Safeway, it has grown its workforce by 10%, built or acquired 174 locations, increased healthy food and financial donations, and elevated its commitment to sustainability.

Before you read this article, take a moment and see if you remember the 7 or 8 black box warnings associated with long acting opioid pain medications.

Mumps is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus that spreads through direct contact with respiratory secretions.

When people tell me to stop promoting drugs and start promoting lifestyle

The FDA has given final approval to Aurobindo Pharma Limited for dalfampridine extended-release tablets (10 mg).

Officials with AstraZeneca recently announced that the FDA has expanded the indication of its 80/4.5 mcg budesonide and formoterol fumarate dihydrate inhalation aerosol (Symbicort), approving the drug for the treatment of asthma in patients aged 6 to 12 years.

Excessive amounts of the toxic substance belladonna have been found in certain homeopathic teething tablets, FDA officials confirmed in an announcement.

In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, the researchers demonstrated a way to promote sensory neuron growth by blocking a specific molecular signaling pathway.

In Massachusetts, unique occurrences of sudden, onset amnesia and acute, complete, and bilateral ischemia of the hippocampus were identified in a number of individuals.

A recently-published Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) report details updated concerns about newer drugs used to treat hepatitis C virus (HCV).

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

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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.