February 2020

March 01, 2020

Using metformin for type 1 diabetes and handling eye irritation—how would you respond to these cases?

February 28, 2020

The FDA has approved Xenleta (Lefamulin, from Nabriva Therapeutics) for the treatment of adults with community-acquired bacterial pneumonia (CABP) caused by susceptible microorganisms.

February 27, 2020

Potential discrimination is at issue in a case against the insurer for mandating use of a specialty pharmacy.

February 26, 2020

As accessible health providers, pharmacists are well positioned to assist young people who have mental health issues.

February 25, 2020

The results of a recent study published in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity suggest that inflammation and the kynurenine pathway may be connected to postpartum depression (PPD) and therefore may present new treatment targets in severe PPD.

February 24, 2020

With the recent approval of a Zulresso, an allopregnanolone-based treatment for postpartum depression (PPD), many pharmacists and physicians have been researching the mechanisms and other information about the drug.

February 23, 2020

Pharmacists can help patients choose nonpharmacological measures to avoid these common but bothersome adverse effects.

February 23, 2020

Noisy drive-throughs, confused customers, and more of your pet peeves are included in this month's Pet Peeves column.

February 23, 2020

Center for effective regulatory policy and safe access protects patients experiencing pain.

February 21, 2020

Can you decipher these perplexing prescriptions?

February 21, 2020

New certification programs pave the way for climbing the career ladder in the pharmacy profession.

February 20, 2020

Careful treatment selection can prevent lifelong and serious complications from these medications.

February 19, 2020

This month's OTC products feature dissolvable minerals and supplements, CBD roll-on liniments, and more.

February 19, 2020

The results of a systematic literature review published in CNS Drugs suggested that brexanolone injection, the first therapy approved by the FDA for the treatment of postpartum depression, is more effective than selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors in the treatment of women suffering from postpartum depression.

February 18, 2020

The newest Rx products in the industry, including treatments for complicated urinary tract infections, anemia, and more.

February 18, 2020

States are increasingly adopting this law, and pharmacists should educate and prepare themselves to keep patients informed.

February 17, 2020

This month's generic products feature oral suspension for hypertension, peroxide gel, and more.

February 17, 2020

Medication adherence is essential to avoid serious consequences, such as attempted suicide.

February 16, 2020

This month's OTC case studies ask about PMS symptoms, using stevia for diabetes, and OTC Tamiflu.

February 15, 2020

In the 19th and 20th centuries, druggists made and marketed their own secret formulas.

February 15, 2020

Four Corners Pharmacy offers a personalized touch while using the newest technology and leading clinical initiatives.

February 15, 2020

Common medications containing polyvalent cations should be separated to prevent decreased absorption of the HIV therapy.

February 14, 2020

This activity is supported by an educational grant from AstraZeneca.

February 14, 2020

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from Abbott Diabetes Care.

February 14, 2020

This activity is supported by an independent educational grant from Xeris Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

February 13, 2020

Next to clean water, the measles is the most effective public health intervention of all time.

February 13, 2020

Implementation of critical risk-reduction strategies is needed to prevent continued patient harm.

February 13, 2020

Despite the FDA’s greenlighting of 1171 drugs in 2019, new research does not show large savings for consumers.

February 13, 2020

As the most accessible health care providers, pharmacists can play a key role in counseling patients on the best practices for infection control and prevention.

February 13, 2020

In a profession that is constantly expanding with support staffs shrinking, job dissatisfaction becomes a real concern.

February 01, 2020

Check out all of the NDA and BLA approvals from the FDA in January.