July 2019 Gastrointestinal Issues
Pharmacy Law: Pharmacist and Assistant Are Indicted on Charges
August 01, 2019
Article
Legal Focus
When a pharmacist and a pharmacy assistant are indicted on charges of defrauding a government health insurance program and make motions with the relevant federal court to overturn the charges, should they prevail, heading off a trial, or should the matter proceed to trial?
Norovirus Presents Patient Care Obstacles
July 31, 2019
Article
Patient Counseling
Recommend proper food safety practices, hand hygiene, and oral rehydration for afflicted patients.
Reporting and Second-Order Problem Solving Are Critical
July 31, 2019
Article
Rx Focus
Health care practitioners are repeatedly challenged by unexpected problems due to a variety of system failures that can hinder patient care.
Highlights From the Cardinal Health Retail Business Conference 2019
July 30, 2019
Article
Others
Cardinal hosted its annual Retail Business Conference (RBC) at the beautiful Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee earlier this month.
OTC Case Studies: Stomach Issues
July 27, 2019
Article
OTC Focus
This edition features 4 case studies with information including adverse effects of fiber consumption, using ginger for morning sickness, help for dysmenorrhea, and products for heartburn.
Expanding the Role of Pharmacists in the Administration of Long-Acting Injectable Antipsychotic Medications
July 26, 2019
Article
Continuing Education
Continuing education for administration of long-acting injectable antipsychotic medications.
Counsel Patients About the Symptoms of Celiac Disease
July 26, 2019
Article
Brown Bag Consult
Brown bagging is an essential educational and safety tool for helping patients manage the immune disease.
Insights Into the Pharmacist's Role in the Selection of a Clinically Proven Probiotic
July 26, 2019
Article
Pharmacist Education
Consider Interactions With Analgesics When Treating Neuropathies
July 25, 2019
Article
Drug Interactions
Clinicians should weigh the risks and benefits of each medication to ensure effective and safe care.
Combating Diversion in Health Care Facilities Presents Challenges
July 24, 2019
Article
Legal Focus
But law enforcement has made a difference over the years, even in the days before software-tracked medications.
Substance Abuse Poses Challenges in Pharmacies
July 23, 2019
Article
Others
Bob’s Pharmacy finds that pharmacists recovery networks can offer support to employees who are afflicted with the disease.
Generic Product News (July 2019)
July 23, 2019
Article
Generic Times Product NEWS
Featured products for July 2019.
Identify How and When to Treat Dyspepsia and Heartburn
July 21, 2019
Article
OTC Focus
Pharmacists are instrumental in guiding patients on the appropriate and safe use of products for gastrointestinal discomfort.
Constipation Frustrates Patients and Providers
July 19, 2019
Article
Rx Focus
Just 22% of those who suffer seek help from a health care provider, newer agents show promise.
Laws in 20 States Address Insurance-Mandated Step Therapy
July 18, 2019
Article
Legal Focus
In an attempt to limit requirements of the "Fail-First" policy, advocacy groups target additional jurisdictions.
Evenity From Amgen
July 18, 2019
Article
Others
Amgen is indicated to treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at high risk for fracture.
Joining a Pharmacy Organization Yields Benefits
July 17, 2019
Article
Technician Focus
Gaining the most value from membership requires active participation by techs and a willingness to go outside their comfort zones.
Counsel Patients With GERD About Certain Foods
July 17, 2019
Article
Cover Story
Diet and lifestyle changes are key components of treating gastroesophageal reflux disease.
It Is Time to Go to Bat for Community Pharmacies
July 16, 2019
Article
Editor's Note
They have become more important in health care delivery yet represent a smaller portion of the bill.
Getting Excited About RAGBRAI Again
July 15, 2019
Article
Editor's Note
The Iowa Pharmacists Association makes it a focus of the ride to stop to visit with smalltown pharmacies and local hospital pharmacists to highlight their presence and importance in their communities.
Pharmacists Should Counsel Patients Before They Travel
July 14, 2019
Article
From the Chairman
Pharmacists can, and should, play an important role in counseling patients before they travel anywhere about what to do in the event of a GI illness while vacationing.
McKesson Honors Camber Pharmaceuticals for Its Leadership
July 14, 2019
Article
Generic Times Feature
The ClarusONE Service Collaborative Supplier of the Year Award recognizes Camber Pharmaceuticals’ collaboration on future launches in new markets, generic industry expertise, and overall market intelligence.