DOJ Lawsuit Alleges CVS Helped Fuel Opioid Epidemic Through Unlawful Opioid Prescriptions
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The lawsuit alleges that the company knowingly violated both the Controlled Substances Act and the False Claims Act.
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STAT+: Health plan formularies lowered barriers to fair access to some drugs, analysis finds
STAT
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Most of the formularies run by some of the largest health plans in the U.S. generally provide “fair access” to 11 treatments for several serious diseases, although transparent coverage information is often lacking for some medicines, a new analysis has found. Almost uniformly, the 11 formularies made the drugs available fairly when judged on three criteria: eligibility based on clinical data, restrictions placed on prescribers, and step therapy, which requires patients to try other
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FDA issues warnings to GLP-1 compounders
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Originally approved to help people with Type 2 diabetes, the class of medications known as GLP-1 agonists and dual GIP/GLP-1s quickly acquired a reputation for helping people shed stubborn pounds. As a result, the use of medications like Ozempic , Wegovy , Zepbound , Rybelsus , and Mounjaro has skyrocketed, as people turned to these medications to help them lose weightcausing drug shortages and creating a market for compounded versions of these brand-name drugs.
STAT+: FDA confirms shortage of weight loss drug tirzepatide is over, gives compounders a grace period
STAT
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday confirmed that a shortage of Eli Lilly’s obesity drug tirzepatide has been resolved, a move that will soon put a stop to companies making cheaper copies of the injection. The agency said it would give these compounders a grace period of 60 to 90 days before enforcing rules that would put a halt to their work, in an effort to avoid disruption for patients.
From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.
The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven
What to know about Linzess and coffee
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Tens of millions of people start their day with coffee without a second thoughtmany even find it difficult to have any thoughts at all before their first cup. But if youre taking prescription drugs on a regular basis, such as Linzess (the brand name for linaclotide), you may be wondering if you need to rethink your morning joe. Linzess is an oral medication that is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) as well as chro
STAT+: Feds accuse CVS of filling ‘thousands’ of illicit opioid prescriptions
STAT
DECEMBER 19, 2024
CVS Health was accused of contributing to a nationwide epidemic of opioid addiction and overdose by filling illegal opioid prescriptions and billing federal health insurance programs, according to a lawsuit unsealed Wednesday by the U.S. Department of Justice. The lawsuit alleged that, since October 2013, CVS knowingly filled prescriptions for “dangerous and excessive quantities” of controlled substances that lacked a legitimate medical purpose, were not valid, and were not issued
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a Vertex pain drug, the Feds suing CVS over opioids, and more
STAT
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Top of the morning to you, and a fine one it is. Clear blue skies and chilly breezes are wafting across the Pharmalot campus, where the official mascots are snoozing after foraging for their breakfast. This means we are free to focus on the matters at hand — rummaging through our to-do list and making cups of stimulation. Our choice today is blueberry cobbler.
FDA reaffirms decision to erase Eli Lilly's tirzepatide from shortage list, halting future flow of knockoffs
Fierce Pharma
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The FDA has doubled down on its decision to remove Eli Lillys tirzepatide from its list of products that are in shortage. | The FDA has doubled down on its decision to remove Eli Lillys tirzepatide from its list of products that are in shortage. The agencys move means that compounding pharmacies will have to halt production of their knockoff versions of diabetes drug Mounjaro and obesity treatment Zepbound.
Important Updates in RSV Vaccination Guidelines | ASHP Midyear
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 19, 2024
A conversation with Chelsea Keedy, PharmD, BCACP, clinical assistant professor at the University of Georgia, on RSV vaccine recommendations.
DOJ sues CVS, alleging it knowingly filled unlawful opioid prescriptions
Fierce Healthcare
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The Justice Department has filed suit against CVS, alleging that the retail giant unlawfully dispensed opioid prescriptions. | The Justice Department has filed suit against CVS, alleging that the retail giant unlawfully dispensed opioid prescriptions.
Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion
Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay
Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.
Education is Crucial to Prevent Hypoglycemia in Patients with Diabetes
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Jennifer Goldman, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, FCCP, discusses key risk factors for hypoglycemia and what education programs should emphasize so people with diabetes and their caregivers can improve its management.
Opinion: AI’s dangerous mental-health blind spot
STAT
DECEMBER 19, 2024
As we approach the end of 2024, First Opinion is publishing a series of essays on the state of AI in medicine and biopharma. “ How far away was Oswald from Kennedy? ” “ Major depressive disorder.
How big pharma keeps affordable drugs out of reach – video
The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Pharmaceutical corporations claim high prices are the cost of innovation, but the reality is far more complicated and troubling. In 2030, the patents of some of the worlds best-selling drugs will expire, an event called the 'patent cliff', and companies are doubling down on tactics such as 'evergreening' patents and pay-for-delay deals to keep prices high and competition out.
Why a healthy search strategy can power pharma brand growth
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Discover how implementing a healthy and effective search strategy, focusing on Google, can significantly boost growth and success for pharmaceutical brands.
What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research
Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist
What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.
MSD makes obesity play in up to $2bn deal for Hansoh’s GLP-1RA asset
Pharmaceutical Technology
DECEMBER 19, 2024
MSD has entered an exclusive global licence agreement with Hansoh Pharma for a preclinical oral small molecule GLP-1RA.
How small molecule-focused CDMOs can navigate the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Explore how small molecule-focused Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations (CDMOs) are adapting to the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), shifting legislative landscape, and changes in the investment landscape.
FDA Recalls 233,000 Bottles of Duloxetine Over Risk of Cancerous Chemical
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Duloxetine is a commonly prescribed medication used to treat anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.
Neuralink rival Precision raises $102m, and other financings
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Neuralink rival Precision Neurosciences raises $102m for its brain-computer interface tech, plus financings for Redesign, DeepLife, TG0 and Tuva.
5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software
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Playing catch-up with Pfizer and Roche, China-made ALK drug clears FDA in lung cancer
Fierce Pharma
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Following in the footsteps of several Big Pharma companies, another ALK inhibitor has made its entry into the U.S. | Following in the footsteps of Pfizer, Roche and Takeda, another ALK inhibitor has made its belated entry into the U.S. The FDA nod comes four years after its initial approval in China.
Ottimo raises $140m for its PD-1/VEGF cancer drug
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Ottimo raises $140m for PD-1 and VEGF-targeting jankistomig, which the startup says is differentiated from bispecific antibodies in the class.
Breaking Down Barriers to Care and Transforming Pharmacy Professionals’ Mental Health
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Pharmacy professionals deserve the right to pursue mental health care without fear of losing their jobs. The Wellbeing First Champion Challenge is helping change this.
Mesoblast finally pushes GvHD cell therapy over finish line
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
At its third attempt, Mesoblast has secured FDA approval for the first-ever mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) therapy, Ryoncil for acute GvHD in children.
Revisiting Artificial Intelligence as It Moves Rapidly Into the Mainstream (and Likely Your Workplace)
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Exponential growth in development is unsustainable in biological systems. But what about AI?
Novartis sheds MorphoSys staff, sites after pelabresib delay
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Novartis has confirmed it will shut down two MorphoSys sites in Germany and the US, with the loss of around 330 jobs, by the end of next year.
FDA Approves Ensartinib for Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The indication is for patients with locally advanced or metastatic disease who have not previously received treatment with an ALK-inhibitor.
Dupilumab Improves Moderate-to-Severe Atopic Dermatitis in Young Children With Inflammatory Comorbidities
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Proven effective in the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD) and other allergic conditions, these study results confirm the ability of dupilumab to improve symptoms in children with other concurrent conditions.
Vertex weakens after neuropathic pain trial reads out
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
A trial of Vertex's suzetrigine in neuropathic back pain met its primary objective, but shares in the company fell as investors reacted to the data
Public Health Matters Video: The Importance of Reproductive Justice and Black Maternal Health
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
In this episode of Public Health Matters, Christina Madison discusses the concept of reproductive justice and ensuring Black maternal health efforts are not left behind with Regina Davis Moss of In Our Own Voice.
Roche's Parkinson's hope fails second clinical trial
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Roche and Prothena's alpha-synuclein-targeting prasinezumab for Parkinson's fails again, leaving them sifting through the data for efficacy signals
Remestemcel-L-rknd Receives FDA Approval for SR-aGvHD in Pediatric Patients
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The approval makes remestemcel-L-rknd the first approved mesenchymal stromal cell in the United States.
Gilead recruits Terray in AI-driven drug discovery pact
Outsourcing Pharma
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Gilead teams up with Terray for AI-powered drug discovery, leveraging Terrays tNova platform to accelerate the development of innovative treatments through generative AI and lab experiments.
NCPA: We’re on the Verge of Groundbreaking PBM Reforms
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 19, 2024
But Congress must ignore big insurance and the PBM lobbys last-ditch effort to scuttle reforms and pass the continuing resolution
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