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National Practitioner Data Bank Aims to Reduce Malpractice
Government’s database include health care professionals in many categories, including pharmacists.
Pet Peeves: July 2022
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July 2022: Generic Product News
This month's featured products include iloperidone tablets, dabigatran etexilate capsules, and more.
Pharmacists Can Help Manage Patients With Parkinson Disease
They can assess for adherence, identify drug-related problems, monitor pharmacotherapy, and provide education.
Quviviq From Idorsia Pharmaceuticals
The FDA has approved daridorexant (Quviviq; Idorsia Pharmaceuticals, US Inc) to treat adults with insomnia.
OTC Case Studies: Rhinitis
How would you handle these patient questions?
July 2022: Rx Product News
This month's featured products include viloxazine extended-releast capsules, lumateperone, and more.
Know Your Salary Range
This is important to establish when deciding on a pharmacy focus or making a career change.
Help Patients Use Inhalers Properly
Choosing the appropriate device and using the correct technique are critical for drug delivery to the lungs.
Illinois Legislature Empowers Pharmacists
New state law allows dispensation of HIV meds, distribution of fentanyl test strips starting in 2023.
Board’s Licensure Revocations Are Upheld on Appeal
Pharmacy’s workers' compensation claims for medication expenses are basis of action.
Patients Swallow the Desiccants in Everolimus Blister Cards
Mark these products for mandatory patient education on the cartons and in the pharmacy computer system.
Roots of Vaccine Hesitancy Run Deep
Persistence by pharmacists and showing patients respect can help overcome misinformation.
Maintain Bone Health to Prevent Osteoporosis
Pharmacists can recommend calcium, smoking cessation products, and vitamin D to stave off this common condition.
Controlling Blood Sugar Benefits Heart Health
Women, in particular, suffer more severe cardiovascular and other complications related to diabetes.
FTC Wades Into World of Pharmacy Markets
In a sector that relies heavily on opacity, who knows what might be found in the government's inquiry?
Looking to the Future of Pharmacy
The Future of Pharmacy initiative is telling the story of where the profession has been and where it is headed.