Mental Health

The drug is available in 2 formulations, including a weekly injection with a lower dose than previously available as well as a monthly injection.

Pharmacy Times spoke with 2 presenters at the American Association of Pharmacy Technicians Convention 2023, which covered Wellbutrin and opioid use disorder medication.

Rick Strassman, MD, a clinical researcher, author, and expert in psychedelic medicines, sat down to discuss pharmacists' role in adverse event management.

Common chronic pain conditions included in the analysis were fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, and musculoskeletal pain.

Health care professionals should educate patients that it is possible to effectively manage pain without opioids.

Teva is unable to meet demand for dextroamphetamine/amphetamine, and other companies struggle to keep up.

Routinely celebrating their work contributions and dedication adds value to your organization.

There are common symptoms experienced in the workplace that may be linked to hormones instead of stress.

Mental health interventions are a critical part of the global response to HIV, with multiple potential roles for psychiatrists and other mental health professionals.

The flexible 1- and 2-month dosing intervals of risperidone could help address adherence challenges common with schizophrenia treatments.

Investigators suggest that a checklist completed by physicians and family members of individuals with severe acute brain injury may improve management needs.

The formulation in 960 mg and 720 mg prefilled syringes delivers sustained plasma concentrations comparable to those demonstrated in studies with Abilify Maintena.

Pharmacists were asked about their levels of burnout, drivers and symptoms of this burnout, and what steps their workplaces had taken to improve the issue.

As psychedelic medicine comes further into cancer care, pharmacists will be an important part of the interdisciplinary team in screening and evaluating patients for suitability for psychedelic medicine.

Poor sleep efficiency may contribute to vascular dysfunction with increasing exposure to adverse childhood experiences.

Host Christina Madison, PharmD, BCACP, AAHIVP, sat down with Jeffrey Bratberg, PharmD, FAPhA, a clinical professor in the college of pharmacy at the University of Rhode Island

Pharmacists must be involved in managing adverse effects and drug-drug interactions as psychedelic medicines collide with traditional psychiatric treatments.

Some classes and curricula can contribute to preexisting stigmas about drugs and treatments for mental health.

Based on the study results, investigators concluded that there is justification for a randomized clinical trial.

The Aquilino Cancer Center established the Bill Richards Center for Healing inside the same building, so patients with cancer can receive psychedelic-assisted therapy in the same location as their cancer care.

The risk is particularly high in the first 2 years after an HIV diagnosis.

To build a brighter, healthier, and more equitable future for all US citizens, there is an indisputable need to decriminalize psychedelic medicines.

Discussions are led by a variety of experienced preceptors to provide insight, strategies, and resources for pharmacy residents.

Pharmacists are cited as one of the most stressed professions and a creative habit can help to improve focus, enhance productivity, and reduce stress.

Investigators suggest that sleep interventions may help to reduce the risk of self-harm in female adolescents with depression and anxiety.