Researchers at Duke University have found that the efficacy of a 2-pronged type 2 diabetes (T2D) treatment increases when the drugs are linked by a heat-sensitive tether rather than simply being concurrently administered, according to a press release.
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Camber Pharmaceuticals launches Dimethyl Fumarate DR capsules, the generic version of Tecfidera® capsules, which is indicated for the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
The FDA has granted fast track designation to DKN-01 for the treatment of patients with gastric and gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinoma whose tumors have high DKK1 expression.
An overview of the most common human resources problems that pharmacies face and the proactive steps that pharmacies can take to avoid these problems.
A combination treatment was found to be associated with significantly less weight gain and smaller increases in waist circumference than treatment with olanzapine alone.
The Medication Management Module is a solution for pharmacists to assess each patient’s medication and ensure it is appropriate, effective, and safe given the patient’s comorbidities and medication plan.
A trial will enroll up to 60,000 participants to assess the safety and efficacy of a COVID-19 vaccine candidate that only requires a single dose.
A recent study found that patients on immunosuppressive therapy for common skin and rheumatic diseases, such as psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis, are not at an increased risk for contracting COVID-19.
Pharmacy Times® interviewed Anne Marie Kondic, PharmD, the executive director of the Community Pharmacy Foundation, on the grant opportunities on the horizon that support the practice of pharmacy in the community setting.
In a comprehensive systematic review that assessed risk factors for HZ infection, researchers found that immunosuppression through HIV/AIDS or malignancy places individuals at a significant risk.
More than half of high-risk patients with resected, stage III BRAF V600-mutated melanoma who were treated with dabrafenib and trametinib were alive and relapse-free at 5 years.
Lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate is a prescription combination, non-hormonal contraceptive gel found to be 86.3% effective with typical use.
In recent years, many improvements have been made in the continuous glucose monitoring arena for individuals with diabetes, and there are more products on the horizon.
New refining process helps to minimize odor and taste from fish oil supplements.
NACDS and NASPA have been encouraging state legislators to promote the critical public health message of the importance of flu vaccination this year.
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories announced the launch of fulvestrant injection, 250 mg/5 mL per single-dose syringe, a therapeutic equivalent generic version of Faslodex (fulvestrant).
Seven cases of young people with stiffness throughout their body and an inability to speak presented to hospitals in different cities throughout the country, with seemingly no link between them.
September has been designated as National Sickle Cell Awareness Month for the continued fostering of education surrounding sickle cell disease management.
News consumption was found to be an especially strong predicative factor for acute stress and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Study participants who had dietician sessions, an exercise physiologist session, and online brain training had higher cognition scores after 6 months.
Technology can help revolutionize how a pharmacy manages patients, collects payments, communicates, and can improve overall efficiency.
Clinical education, strong data analytics, and valuing collaboration are the best ways to provide patient support and access to specialty pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Protections for covered entities under the 340B program will most likely be affected by decisions in the Senate.
Agency strongly encourages vaccination of flu amidst COVID-19 pandemic to protect nation’s seniors.
Methylphenidate Hydrochloride extended-release tablets are a therapeutic equivalent generic version of Concerta (methylphenidate Hydrochloride) extended-release tablets.
The new study suggests that COVID-19 will follow the track of other respiratory viruses and become seasonal in countries with temperate climates, but only when herd immunity is attained through natural infection or vaccinations.
Study shows the recurrence rate was within the expected range for breast cancer survivors receiving spironolactone and those who did not.
Data standardization has been an ongoing problem in the specialty pharmacy field, affecting both patients and providers when approaching treatments.
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