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DEA Regs Bulk Up with 2014 Anabolic Steroid Control Law Additions

The FDA Law Blog

Because anabolic steroids are also abused to enhance athletic performance and increase muscle strength, Congress has enacted three laws regulating anabolic steroids: the Anabolic Steroid Control Acts of 1990 and 2004, and the Designer Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2014 (“DASCA”). DASCA became law, amending the CSA, on December 18, 2014.

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STAT+: GSK is replacing its popular Flovent inhaler with authorized generics, raising cost concerns for asthma patients

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Flovent’s manufacturer, GSK, has discontinued both versions of the product — Flovent HFA, an inhalation aerosol, and Flovent Diskus, an inhalation powder — and replaced each with what is known as an “ authorized generic ,” essentially the same product sold under a private label. Prasco, a U.S.

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Amgen builds Otezla’s psoriasis label as rival BMS looms large

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Amgen has won FDA approval for a stronger label for its oral plaque psoriasis therapy Otezla, as it prepares for competition from Bristol-Myers Squibb’s much-touted rival deucravacitinib, which could make its debut next year. The post Amgen builds Otezla’s psoriasis label as rival BMS looms large appeared first on.

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8 common off-label uses of SSRIs

The Checkup by Singlecare

This is called off-label prescribing , and SSRIs rank among the top use cases for off-label use. Pharmacists, in particular, should be familiar with off-label uses of SSRIs, as you may come across off-label prescriptions in everyday practice. These are some of the common off-label uses for SSRIs.

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How and why pharmacists should get involved in clinical research

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

of NIHR Doctoral Fellowship applications between 2014 and 2021 came from pharmacy professionals. Neil has been funded by NIHR to investigate the best way to treat patients incorrectly labelled as allergic to penicillin , and how to integrate this decision-making process into routine clinical practice.

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From GRP to SIUU – the Evolution of FDA Guidance on Off-Label Dissemination of Scientific Information

The FDA Law Blog

Previous iterations of this guidance from 2009 and 2014 (blogged on here and here ) were known as Good Reprint Practices (GRP). The SIUU Guidance, which supersedes the 2014 Draft GRP Guidance, is not substantially different in that regard and contains similar information as to the types of disclosures previously recommended.

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Does gabapentin help you sleep?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Healthcare providers often prescribe it for other off-label uses as well, including anxiety , bipolar disorder , and fibromyalgia. Gabapentin is used off-label for many conditions, including sleep. Gabapentin is used off-label for many conditions, including sleep. One of gabapentin’s most common side effects is drowsiness.

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