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FDA allows Florida to import drugs from Canada

The Checkup by Singlecare

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the state of Florida the authority to import certain prescription drugs from Canada—an important measure to counteract soaring prescription costs. After delays that took a lawsuit to resolve, the FDA authorized the program on Jan. In a landmark decision, the U.S. an outlier? an outlier?

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FDA approves nasal spray for emergency allergic reactions

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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved neffy, a nasal spray for the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis. The approval comes more than three decades after epinephrine was first approved by the FDA for the treatment of anaphylaxis in 1987. On August 9, the U.S. When will neffy be available? within the next eight weeks.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about the FTC vs. PBMs, FDA adcomm voting and more

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Through their unique position, these companies — including CVS Caremark, Express Scripts, and OptumRx — help determine which medicines are covered by commercial health insurers and the prices that are paid at pharmacy counters, among other things.

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FDA approves the first OTC continuous glucose monitor

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On March 5, 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first over-the-counter (OTC) continuous glucose monitor (CGM). According to DexCom, the Stelo glucose biosensor will be available for purchase online in the summer of 2024. The Dexcom Stelo Glucose Biosensor System is for adults who don’t use insulin.

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FDA approves first biosimilars to Prolia and Xgeva

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5, 2024, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) approved Jubbonti and Wyost, the first interchangeable biosimilars to the injectable medications Prolia and Xgeva , respectively. For traditional medications, the FDA can approve generic medications. Osteoporosis and bone density conditions are common in the U.S.

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2023 IS the Year for OTC Naloxone!

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Richardson — Early on March 29, 2023, FDA announced the landmark approval of Narcan (naloxone hydrochloride) Nasal Spray for use as a nonprescription opioid overdose reversal agent. FDA Commissioner Robert M. According to this announcement, FDA approval of RiVive is anticipated in July 2023 and the U.S. By Kalie E. Califf, M.D.

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Does Aetna cover Humira?

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Most people rely on health insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid to help pay for Humira. As of April 1, 2024, most Aetna formularies no longer cover Humira. Insurance coverage can be complicated and every health plan is different. How much does Humira cost without insurance? Does Aetna cover Humira? ​​As