February 2022
OTC Cases: February 2022
February 28, 2022
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OTC Case Studies
This month's OTC cases focus on cinnamon, chromium, glucose monitoring, and hypoglycemia.
Interactive Case Studies: February 2022
February 24, 2022
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Case Studies
How would you respond to these patient questions?
Be Aware of Age-Related Mix-Ups of COVID-19 Vaccines
February 24, 2022
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Medication Safety
Institute for safe medication practices receives hundreds of reports of incorrect doses for children.
Korsuva From Cara Therapeutics and Vifor Pharma
February 23, 2022
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The FDA has approved Difelikefalin injection (Korsuva; Cara Therapeutics and Vifor Pharma) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease–associated pruritus in adults undergoing hemodialysis.
OTC Product News: February 2022
February 22, 2022
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OTC Product News
This month's OTC product news features Zinc Complex supplements, Similac 360 Total Care, and Flora Biome Live Probiotic.
Human Embryo Models Research Paves Way for Nonhormonal Contraception
February 22, 2022
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Investigators used SC144, an FDA-approved molecule, to find a new pathway for a generation of nonhormonal contraceptives.
Minnesota Fights Back Against Rising Insulin Costs
February 21, 2022
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Alec Smith Insulin Affordability Act provides citizens with a long-term solution to diabetes expenditures.
Pharmacist’s Role Is Key in Counseling Patients
February 21, 2022
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Experts discuss women's health and health care during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of the Pharmacy Times® Pharmacy Focus webcast series.
Point-of-Care Drug Information Resources Are Critical
February 18, 2022
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MTM Consult
Pharmacists can use these toolkits to answer questions and make clinical designs for medication therapy management services.
Generic Product News: February 2022
February 17, 2022
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This month's generic product news features sertraline hydrochloride, calcitonin salmon injection, and arformoterol tartrate inhalation solution.
Maintaining Oral Health Is Essential to Well-Being
February 17, 2022
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Patient Focus
Tooth decay and loss, periodontal disease increase the risk of developing chronic conditions.
Reconciling Medications in Mental Health Assessments Protects Patients
February 16, 2022
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Technician Focus
Process helps prevent errors for individuals with chronic disorders who often have a higher risk of drug-drug interactions.
North Carolina Pharmacy Cares for the Community
February 15, 2022
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Owner Amina Abubakar takes great pride in offering counseling services, education, and outreach, as well as vaccinations and compounding.
JAK Inhibitors Have Potential Uses for Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis
February 15, 2022
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Pharmacists can play a critical role in this therapy, panelists in a recent Pharmacy Times® Peer Exchange say.
Pharmacist Asks Court to Review Termination of Employment
February 14, 2022
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Pharmacy Law
The claim is based on requested exemption from administering immunizations because of "needle phobia."
Replacing Brand-Name Cardiovascular Drugs Could Save Patients Money
February 11, 2022
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New analysis shows the substitution would cut costs by $600 million in the United States annually.
Approved Medications Can Stimulate Weight Loss
February 10, 2022
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Rx Focus
Increasing physical activities and reducing caloric intake isn’t always enough to conquer obesity.
Help Patients Navigate Array of Heart Health Supplements
February 10, 2022
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OTC Focus
Taking appropriate doses of vitamins and minerals may aid in lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Medication Adherence Issues Affect CVD Management
February 10, 2022
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Cover Story
Lack of immediate results, cultural barriers, and high costs lead many to gamble with their cardiovascular health, study results show.
Absurdity and Gaming of Star Ratings Measures Are Growing (Part 2)
February 04, 2022
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Pay for outcomes is here to stay. What therapeutic end points to evaluate success are on the horizon?
We're Getting Back on the Road Again
February 03, 2022
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After almost 2 years of attending conferences virtually, the Pharmacy Times editorial team is getting back on the road again.