The Pharmacy Times® Vitamins and Supplements Resource Center is a comprehensive resource for clinical news and expert insights on issues related to OTC vitamin products and supplements.
March 26th 2024
Melatonin is linked to circadian rhythm, mitochondrial function, and neuroinflammation.
Risks and Liabilities in Pharmacy Practice
1.0 Credit / Law
View More
The Role of Daily Photoprotection and Antioxidants in Sun Protection: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians (Outcomes)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Background and Key Concepts in Biosimilars: Improving Awareness and Addressing Common Concerns
1.0 Credit / Law
View More
Clinical Conversations With the Cancer Care Team: Striving for Equitable Access to Oral Anticancer Medications
1.5 Credits / Law, Oncology
View More
Maximizing Patient Safety and Efficacy With Oxymetazoline OTC Products and the Management of Nasal Congestion: A Pharmacist's Guide to Optimal Use (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
2.0 Credits / OTC
View More
Maximizing Patient Safety and Efficacy With Oxymetazoline OTC Products and the Management of Nasal Congestion: A Pharmacist's Guide to Optimal Use
2.0 Credits / OTC
View More
Child Abuse: Responsibilities and Protection of the Reporter
1.0 Credit / Law
View More
The Role of Daily Photoprotection and Antioxidants in Sun Protection: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians (Pharmacy Technician)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
The Role of Daily Photoprotection and Antioxidants in Sun Protection: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Skin-Related Changes in Persons With Diabetes: Using Ceramides to Address Skin Barrier Dysfunction
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Skin-Related Changes in Persons With Diabetes: Using Ceramides to Address Skin Barrier Dysfunction (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Adjunctive Therapies in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding the Role of the Skin Barrier and Microbiome in Disease Management (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Adjunctive Therapies in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding the Role of the Skin Barrier and Microbiome in Disease Management
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Understanding the Role of Ceramides in Acne Management: Opportunities to Improve Clinical Outcomes
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Understanding the Role of Ceramides in Acne Management: Opportunities to Improve Clinical Outcomes (Pharmacy Technician Credit)
1.0 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Examining Patient Burden in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding Treatment Barriers and Optimal Use of OTC Skin Care Products, featuring a Caregiver Perspective (Outcomes)
0.5 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Examining Patient Burden in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding Treatment Barriers and Optimal Use of OTC Skin Care Products, featuring a Caregiver Perspective (Pharmacy Technici...
0.5 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Examining Patient Burden in Atopic Dermatitis: Understanding Treatment Barriers and Optimal Use of OTC Skin Care Products, featuring a Caregiver Perspective
0.5 Credit / Dermatology, OTC
View More
Survey Finds 3 in 10 Americans Increased Supplement Use Since COVID-19 Pandemic
July 23rd 2021A new survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of the Samueli Foundation found that 29% of Americans are taking more supplements compared with before the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing the nationwide percentage of supplement-takers to 76%.
Read More
Review Finds Minimal Evidence That Dietary Supplements Lead to Weight Loss
June 25th 2021The investigators conducted a systematic review of the existing literature using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines to evaluate the efficacy of dietary supplements and alternative therapies for weight loss in participants aged 18 and older.
Read More
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Could Reduce Depression Symptoms Through Anti-Inflammatory Effects
June 18th 2021The omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid were applied first in high doses to lab-grown neurons and then in patients to understand the mechanism by which they reduce inflammation and depression.
Read More
Vitamin D Supplements Could Lower Risk of Heart Disease for Individuals With Darker Skin
May 6th 2021A study presented at the American Physiological Society annual meeting found links between skin pigmentation, vitamin D, and indicators of cardiovascular health, suggesting vitamin D deficiency could contribute to the high rate of heart disease among African Americans.
Read More
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Impaired Mitochondrial Function in Skeletal Muscle
April 19th 2021Impaired muscular mitochondrial function was found in vitamin D deficient mice, which could suggest preventing vitamin D deficiency in older adults could help maintain better muscle strength and function.
Read More
Study: Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients With Lupus Linked to Metabolic Disorders
April 6th 2021Patients with lupus who have lower vitamin D levels are more likely to have metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance, both of which are linked to heart disease, according to a new study published in Rheumatology.
Read More
Study: Vitamin D Supplementation Could Protect From Severe COVID-19
March 31st 2021Earlier research has found that vitamin D supplementation can prevent inflammation in other respiratory diseases, but there have been limited studies examining the role of vitamin D supplementation in COVID-19.
Read More