March 2020
The Expanding Treatment Landscape of Relapsed or Refractory B-Cell Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
March 29, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
A highlighted session from the ASHP 54th Midyear Clinical Meeting, held December 8-12, 2019, in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Not All Supplements Are Created Equally— Recommend a Supplement Backed by Science
March 28, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
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Sleep Apnea Increases Mortality Risk in Patients with Advanced CKD, ESRD
March 28, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Study shows sleep apnea is significantly associated with increased risk of death among patients with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease.
Interactives: Case Studies (March 2020)
March 28, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
What would you recommend for these patients?
Medication Therapy Management Can Boost Adherence
March 27, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Pharmacists play an important role in improving patient compliance through these services.
Become Familiar With the False Claim Act
March 24, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Understanding the Law Can Help Pharmacists Avoid Committing Fraud and Act as Whistleblowers if They Are Informed of a Violation
Italian Study Finds Cost of Migraine Treatment Higher for Women, Elderly
March 23, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
The authors concluded that costs were significantly higher for women with migraines than men and that costs resulting from migraine treatment increased as the patients got older.
Considerations of Claritin-D® for Nasal Allergy Symptom Relief
March 23, 2020
Article
Pharmacist Education (TEST)
Hyperkalemia: Navigating Inpatient Care and Preventing Recurrence
March 22, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
The presentation highlighted the opportunities for healthsystem pharmacists to intervene and enhance both inpatient and transitional care.
Standard Insulin Pen Needles Require Caution
March 21, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Mandatory, scripted patient education and device demonstrations are vital to avoid harm.
Heavy Alcohol Use Accelerates CKD Progression
March 18, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Excessive alcohol consumption can damage the liver, thereby increasing the load on the kidneys to filter the blood stream.
Interactives: Can You Read? (March 2020)
March 16, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Can you figure out what these prescriptions say?
CDC Makes Recommendations for Preserving Brain Health
March 16, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Few drugs are available to address cognitive decline, but dietary changes, mental and physical activity, and social engagement can all help.
Pet Peeves (March 2020)
March 15, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
This month's pet peeves, brought to you by the Sassy Pharmacist, feature IT irritations, confusing names, and patients who expect a psychic pharmacist.
Rinvoq From AbbVie, Inc
March 15, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
The FDA has approved Rinvoq (upadacitinib) to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in adults who have had an inadequate response or intolerance to methotrexate (MTX).
Governor Proposes California Produce Its Own Generics
March 15, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
In a bid to lower drug prices, Gavin Newsom, the Democratic Governor of California, suggests state contract with manufacturers on specific medications.
Rx Product News (March 20)
March 14, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
This month's Rx products feature icosapent ethyl to reduce the risk of heart attack, tazarotene lotion for acne vulgaris, and more.
Pharmacy Tech Role Keeps Changing
March 14, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Expanding responsibilities help pharmacists’ daily routines as the profession evolves.
Antidiarrheal Is Latest Candidate for Abuse
March 13, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Pharmacists can enhance awareness about potential loperamide misuse through continuing patient education and vigilance.
How Can Pharmacists Distinguish Themselves?
March 12, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Building a career means also building a personal brand: follow these 3 steps to stand out from the crowd.
Florida PDMP Demonstrates Positive Results
March 11, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
The efficiency and value of the nation’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMPS) have been questioned from time to time by various groups.
Cannabidiol Presents Conundrums
March 10, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Recent federal legalization and increases sales of CBD underscore the importance of considering its pharmacologic impact.
Continuing Education: Reviewing Interleukin 17– and Interleukin 23–targeting Therapies and Best Practices in Psoriatic Disease Management Featuring Clinical Practice Video Vignettes
March 09, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
These diseases are chronic, inflammatory, and autoimmune in nature, affecting the skin and often the joints.
OTC Product News (March 2020)
March 09, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
This month's OTC products include supplements for women, CBD gummies, decongestant tablets, and more.
Study Finds Bidirectional Relationship Between Asthma and Migraines
March 09, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
In the first report of its kind, a recent study compiled Korean Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service data from 2002 to 2013 to evaluate a bidirectional association between asthma and migraines in Korean adults.
Take the Handcuffs Off to Serve Rural America
March 09, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Community-based pharmacies can address many of the concerns of both policy-makers and residents of sparsely populated areas.
Pharmacists Can Help Minimize Oral Pain
March 08, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Provide patients with referrals and/or recommendations for appropriate OTC products.
Continuing Education: Examining Best Practices for Specialty Pharmacists to Improve the Care of Patients with α1-Antitrypsin Deficiency
March 08, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Examining Best Practices for Specialty Pharmacists to Improve the Care of Patients With α1-Antitrypsin Deficiency
OTC Case Studies: Smoking Cessation
March 07, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Handling e-cigarettes, technological solutions to smoking, and more.
Dietary Interventions Can Build a Healthy Brain
March 07, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
These counseling points for your patients are particularly important, as the FDA has not approved any drugs or treatments for mild cognitive impairment.
Punitive Damages Are Awarded Against Nursing Home
March 06, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Unauthorized change in medication Is the subject of a case involving the death of an elderly patient.
Fibromyalgia Treatment Requires Medication Trial and Error
March 05, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Many options are available, but no single one is effective for all symptoms of this disorder.
Opioids: Not the Best Option for Lower Back Pain
March 04, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
Better, evidence-based treatments exist for this common condition, which can cause disability.
Generic Products March 2020
March 02, 2020
Article
Pharmacy Times
This month's generic products feature products indicated for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease, non-small cell lung cancer, and more.