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Ibalizumab-uiyk for HIV: What Pharmacists Should Know
This article highlights several key therapeutics areas with ibalizumab-uiyk that every pharmacist should know.
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Sickle Cell Drug Approval Highlights AJPB Week in Review
Top news of the week from The American Journal of Pharmacy Benefits.
Face-to-Face Networking: Don't Sweat the Small Talk
Don't sweat the small talk in a face-to-face network situation.
Some in Health Care Industry Applaud Trump's Decision to Sign Spending Bill
The $1.3 billion package includes increased funding for agencies such as the Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services,
Pharmacist Feature Friday: It's Up to Us to Educate About Our Profession
Pharmacists are crucial members of the health care team but may not get enough credit for their impact.
Precision Medicine Opens New Possibilities to Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis
Genetic sequencing of joint biopsies may identify which patients with rheumatoid arthritis may respond to therapy.
Nintedanib Gains Fast Track Designation for Systemic Sclerosis
Nintedanib (Ofev) is currently indicated to slow disease progression among patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Experimental Antibody-Drug Conjugate for Lung Cancer Performs Poorly in Phase 2 Trials
AbbVie will not seek accelerated approval of Rovalpituzumab Tesirine as a third-line therapy for small cell lung cancer.
Vitamin D: A Guide for Pharmacists
Vitamin D deficiency has become a growing problem in the United States.
Trending News Today: New Budget Bill Won't Stabilize the ACA
Top news of the day from across the health care landscape.
Trending News Today: Modified Pap Test Could Detect Cervical, Ovarian, Endometrial Cancers
Multiple Cancer Drug Approvals Highlights SPT Week in Review
Top news of the week from Specialty Pharmacy Times.
Pharmacy Week in Review: March 23, 2018
A look at last week's top stories in the world of pharmacy.
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Tivicay Plus Prezcobix Safe for Patients with HIV
None of the participants experienced grade 3 or 4 side effects.
Depression Could Increase Atrial Fibrillation Risk
Exactly how depression affects heart health remains unclear.
A Breath of Fresh Air: Novel Treatments for Asthma
Novel therapies such as monoclonal antibodies and phenotype-guided treatments are available and clinicians are using them to help patients with severe asthma.
This weekly video program provides our readers with an in-depth review of the latest news, product approvals, FDA rulings, and more. Our Week in Review is a can't miss for the busy pharmacy professional.
A Brief Look at the Clinical Uses of N-Acetylcysteine
N-Acetylcysteine has several clinical uses. These include detoxification in acetaminophen overdose and improving outcomes in COPD exacerbations.
Nilotinib Approved to Treat Pediatric Patients with Leukemia
Nilotinib (Tasigna) was previously granted priority review for the treatment of pediatric patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia.
Low-Dose Viagra Could Keep Colorectal Cancer at Bay
Daily doses of sildenafil (Viagra) cut the development of polyps by 50% in mouse models.
Shorter HCV Regimen Effective in Black Patients
Black patients may be eligible for a shorter course of hepatitis C virus treatment.
Monoclonal Antibody Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Events
Biologic drug cannakinumab found to reduce the risk of cardiovascular adverse events among patients with comorbidities.
Study Highlights Flu Transmission Rates on Airplanes
Airline passengers can catch the flu from contaminated surfaces such as tray tables, seat belts, and lavatory handles.
Lifetime Sun Exposure May Reduce Multiple Sclerosis Risk
Individuals who experience high sun exposure during childhood or young adulthood may be less likely to develop multiple sclerosis.
Dietary Schedule May Benefit Patients with Huntington Disease
A cellular process could be key to lowering levels of the Huntington disease protein.
Trending News Today: Opioids Represent a Majority of Prescriptions in Some States
Trending News Today: Right-to-Try Bill Passed in House
Varied Cultural Experiences Help Inform Pharmacists
I learned myriad life and professional lessons from my travels.
Ranibizumab Prefilled Syringe Approved for Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness among adults aged 20 to 74 years in the US.