|Podcasts|June 10, 2022

Pharmacy Focus Episode 48: Migraine Treatment and the Emergence of CGRPs

There are a number of ways to treat migraines, but CGRPs are becoming more well-known in the pharmacy space.

In this week’s episode, we will be discussing what pharmacists should know about migraines with Jennifer Mazan, professor in the department of pharmacy practice at Midwestern University College of Pharmacy. If you would like to nominate a pharmacist or pharmacy staff member as a Pharmacy Hero, email AAntrim@pharmacytimes.com!

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