November 2009
Understanding and Managing Migraines
November 15, 2009
Article
Patient Education
Migraines can affect patients differently--simple explanations are presented here to help educate patients on causes, diagnosis, prevention, and treatments.
First Person: Matthew Levanda on Medication Reconciliation
November 15, 2009
Article
Health Systems Pharmacy
What Time Limit Applies to a Pharmacy Lawsuit?
November 15, 2009
Article
Legal Focus
When a dispensing error is made by a nonpharmacist, which results in a lawsuit against the pharmacy as well as the employee, what statute of limitations applies to establish the time limit for filing the claim—the 2-year standard for a medical malpractice claim, or the 3-year term applicable to an ordinary negligence claim?
GENERIC TIMES NEWS CAPSULES
November 15, 2009
Article
Generic Times Product NEWS
How long should new biologic therapies hold market exclusivity? The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) recently weighed in on this question, arguing that 12 years is too long and that the biologics marketplace is ready for a shorter period before generic equivalents can be introduced.
Vertigo: Spin Patients Right ‘Round with Proper Treatment
November 13, 2009
Article
Health Systems Pharmacy