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The treatment proved efficacy across all 3 key markers of C3 glomerulopathy (C3G) and primary immune complex membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (IC-MPGN).

Julio C. Chavez, MD, MS, discusses the distinct pharmacologic profile, clinical activity, and outpatient potential of golcadomide plus rituximab in relapsed/refractory follicular lymphoma, highlighting its selective cereblon modulation, fixed-duration dosing, and promising efficacy in heavily pretreated patients.

FDA places clinical hold on Sarepta's Elevidys gene therapy after safety concerns, but ambulatory patients regain access amid ongoing investigations.

Tildrakizumab 100 mg shows significant efficacy in treating psoriatic arthritis, achieving key clinical trial end points and offering hope for patients.

Data from a retrospective study of adults in France found the highest incidence of pneumococcal disease in patients with the highest risk underlying medical conditions.

Discover groundbreaking FDA approvals for HIV prevention, targeted treatments, and OTC allergy relief, enhancing patient care and access to essential medications.

Hospitals and health systems are adapting specialty and infusion pharmacy strategies to meet evolving payer mandates, rising costs, and shifting care models by expanding biosimilar use, optimizing prior authorizations, and integrating technology to enhance patient access and operational efficiency.

A phase 2 trial shows oxylanthanum carbonate (OLC) effectively manages hyperphosphatemia in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), offering a promising treatment option.

A meta-analysis suggests that long-term P2Y12 inhibitor monotherapy after percutaneous coronary intervention may offer superior protection against major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events compared with aspirin, without increasing major bleeding risk—potentially challenging current guideline recommendations for antiplatelet therapy beyond 1 year.

Selective reporting and underrepresentation distort biomedical evidence, affecting pharmacy practice

The supplements were also linked to improvements in pain and disease activity markers.

Sepiapterin treatment allowed patients to liberalize their diet while reaching or exceeding recommended daily protein allowances in patients living with phenylketonuria.

Julio C. Chavez, MD, MS, discusses updated data from the European Hematology Association (EHA) 2025 Congress on the investigational oral CELMoD agent golcadomide (GOLCA) plus rituximab in relapsed/refractory diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (R/R DLBCL).

Durvalumab continues to demonstrate efficacy in a variety of cancers, with new data from the phase 3 MATTERHORN trial solidifying its use with chemotherapy in gastric cancer.

Patients with ASCVD face increased cardiovascular risks post revascularization, yet many miss timely LDL-C testing and treatment, highlighting critical care gaps.

Jennifer Goldman, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, FCCP, discusses the expanding role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in holistic type 2 diabetes care, highlighting their cardio-renal-hepatic benefits, clinical access challenges, emerging investigational therapies, and practical strategies for individualized, guideline-based prescribing.

FDA approves lonapegsomatropin for once-weekly treatment of growth hormone deficiency, offering a promising alternative for improved patient adherence and outcomes.

George Wang discusses the widespread financial barriers patients with cancer face, the environmental and economic toll of oncology drug waste, and how pharmacist-supported medication donation programs can safely and legally redistribute surplus cancer treatments to patients in need.

Independent specialty pharmacies face growing financial and operational pressures from rising drug costs, restrictive PBM contracts, and regulatory complexity, prompting many to explore strategic partnerships or sales as a means to sustain clinical excellence, preserve autonomy, and ensure long-term viability in an increasingly challenging health care environment.

The combination regimen had stronger benefits in patients with locally advanced or metastatic epidermal growth receptor-mutated (EGFRm) non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) than osimertinib alone.

Explore pharmacy policy updates and insights for July 2025.

Jeffrey I. Weitz, OC, MD, FAHA, FRCPC, FACP, FRSC, FACC, FESC, FCAHS, discusses AZALEA-TIMI 71 trial data showing that the long-acting factor XI inhibitor abelacimab is associated with low periprocedural bleeding risk, supporting potential simplification of anticoagulation protocols for most elective and some urgent procedures.

Many factors contribute to vaccine skepticism, including trust, convenience, and fear.

VMAT2 inhibitors can improve movement symptoms.

Joel Stanley of Ajna Biosciences reflects on the regulatory challenges surrounding MDMA-assisted therapy, outlines lessons for future psychedelic drug trials, and emphasizes the importance of scientific rigor, interdisciplinary infrastructure, and the evolving role of pharmacists in ensuring safe clinical integration.

GLP-1 receptor agonists show promise in improving survival rates for older patients with cancer who have type 2 diabetes (T2D), highlighting their potential in oncology.

Essential tips on prenatal vitamins, ovulation kits, pregnancy tests, and emergency contraception for effective family planning and pregnancy preparation.

There is no established routine monitoring schedule, but close observation is critical.