Fri.Dec 06, 2024

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It’s Time to Staunch Our Self-Inflicted Wounds

Drug Topics

Outside forces are at play, but pharmacists must turn inward to address some challenges in their profession.

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STAT+: European regulators approve $16.5 billion deal for Novo Holdings to buy Catalent

STAT

The European Commission on Friday unconditionally approved a controversial deal in which Novo Holdings, the parent company of Novo Nordisk, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies, would pay $16.5 billion for Catalent, a leading contract drug manufacturer. By taking this step, the executive arm of the European Union removed a significant obstacle to a deal that has generated debate over the extent to which competition in the pharmaceutical industry may be hindered.

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The DIR Hangover One Year Later: How Have Pharmacists Fared?

Drug Topics

Nearly a year after the change to direct and indirect remuneration fees, pharmacy owners talk about how the ruling has impacted their lives.

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Can you drink alcohol while taking clonidine?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Clonidine is a generic medication that treats hypertension (high blood pressure). Because clonidine works differently than other blood pressure medications, it also has several off-label uses including anxiety, insomnia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and alcohol withdrawal. Clonidine, also sold under the brand name Catapres, is available as a tablet and once-a-week skin patch.

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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

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Pharmacists Play Vital Role in Dietary Management

Drug Topics

Researchers assessed the importance of a nutritious diet and the role pharmacists play in providing dietary management services.

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Don’t Ignore Erectile Dysfunction

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is often misunderstood as simply a sexual health concern, but it can signify much more. While many men experience occasional difficulties with sexual performance, persistent ED can be an early warning sign of serious underlying health issues such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or hormonal imbalances. Addressing ED is not just about improving […] The post Dont Ignore Erectile Dysfunction appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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ASH 2024: Bispecific Antibodies Face Key Challenges for Implementation in Community Cancer Centers

Pharmacy Times

Donald Moore discusses some of the obstacles that bispecific antibodies have faced in community cancer centers, including misconceptions coupled with a prevalent toxicity profile.

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Minority Communities, Independent Storefronts Hit Hardest by Pharmacy Closures

Drug Topics

Researchers observed data from 2010 to 2021 to better understand recent trends in US pharmacy closures and the specific pharmacy types that have been impacted.

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USDA Announces Federal Order to Test Raw Milk Samples for H5N1 Bird Flu

Pharmacy Times

The US Department of Agricultures (USDA) guidance will help expedite H5N1 bird flu surveillance within the nations milk supply and dairy herds.

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Q&A: Pharmacist Discusses How High Rates of Chronic Pain Could Impact the Field

Drug Topics

Madison Irwin, PharmD, BCPS, discusses her career pharmacy and how she thinks high rates of chronic pain will impact the field in the coming years.

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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.

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Treatment Options for Colon Cancer: A Guide for Pharmacists

Pharmacy Times

Pharmacists can educate and encourage screenings for colon cancer to ensure it is discovered as early as possible.

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Why AI Advances in CGT Require Getting Data Right

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Addressing the bottlenecks in cell and gene therapy manufacturing through a well-designed artificial intelligence approach is essential to avoiding data siloes.

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FDA Grants Priory Review for Human Monoclonal Antibody Drug to Treat Muscle-Invasive Bladder Cancer

Pharmacy Times

Durvalumab could offer further treatment for individuals with muscle-invasive bladder cancer.

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Eli Lilly to invest $3bn in Wisconsin facility expansion

Pharmaceutical Technology

Eli has announced a $3bn investment to expand its newly acquired manufacturing facility in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, in the US.

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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.

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Experts Voice Concerns, Cautious Optimism With Kennedy Potentially Leading the HHS

Pharmacy Times

As experts in medication management and health education, pharmacists can work with the administration to promote effective strategies that reduce misinformation and improve public health outcomes.

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FDA shares new draft guidance for accelerated approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

The new FDA guidance outlines how surrogate or intermediate clinical endpoints can support accelerated approval.

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ASH 2024: Leukemia Biology Can Predict Patterns of Blinatumomab Failure in Patients with B-Cell ALL

Pharmacy Times

Jose Tinajero discusses how certain mutations can be indicators of blinatumomab treatment failure in patients with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

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Nature study finds obesity costs US industry $347bn a year

Pharmaceutical Technology

A study published in Nature estimates the economic burden associated with obesity on major US industries to be in excess of $347bn in 2023.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Long-Term Data On Olanzapine and Samidorphan Highlight Maintained Schizophrenia Symptom Control

Pharmacy Times

The addition of samidorphan can support the antipsychotic efficacy of olanzapine while mitigating associated weight gain.

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Cell and gene therapy companies must demonstrate strong value proposition for investment          

Pharmaceutical Technology

Investment for companies developing cell and gene therapies (CGTs) was discussed during the GenScript Biotech Global Forum London 2024 conference held on 20 November 2024.

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Preterm Children Show Poorer Cognitive Scores, Academic Performance at 9 Years

Pharmacy Times

Children born moderate to late preterm also showed more behavior difficulties compared with those born early term or later.

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Centenarians – unlocking the secrets of living to 100

Pharmaceutical Technology

Centenarians present a unique opportunity for researchers to explore longevity, they demonstrate impressive resilience to illness and injury.

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NABP Executive Director Encourages Self-Care, Proper Work-Life Balance Among Burnt-Out Pharmacy Workforce

Pharmacy Times

Pharmacists must make time for self-care and ensure a proper balance of work and life among their staff and themselves, according to National Association of Boards of Pharmacy Executive Director Al Carter.

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FDA ARMAT status for Affimed and Artiva’s lymphoma combo therapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US FDA has granted RMAT designation to Affimed and Artiva Biotherapeutics combination therapy for lymphoma.

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Maternal Exposure to Certain Chemicals May Put Children at Risk for Asthma Development

Pharmacy Times

The authors found high exposure to butylparaben and low exposure to 4-nonylphenol during pregnancy were risk factors for asthma development in children at 4 years of age.

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Muna-GSK alliance to fast-track Alzheimer’s disease treatments

Pharmaceutical Technology

Muna has entered a research alliance with GSK to expedite Alzheimer's disease treatments by discovering and validating new drug targets.

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ASH 2024: Expert Highlights Zanubrutinib's Sustained Efficacy, Favorable Safety Profile in CLL

Pharmacy Times

Mazyar Shadman, MD, MPH, discusses the continued efficacy of zanubrutinib in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

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New study finds obesity costs US industry $347bn a year

Pharmaceutical Technology

A study published in Nature estimates the economic burden associated with obesity on major US industries to be in excess of $347bn in 2023.

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From Challenges to Solutions: Breaking Barriers to Revolutionize Patient Services

Pharmaceutical Commerce

A guide to overcoming the top obstacles facing patient services programs today.

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National Comprehensive Cancer Network Adds Jazz’s Ziihera as a Category 2A Treatment Option for Biliary Tract Cancers

PharmExec

Ziiheras addition as a category 2A treatment follows the FDAs accelerated approval of the drug for adults with previously treated, unresectable, or metastatic HER2-positive biliary tract cancer.

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Amgen, Lilly Unveil Major Expansion Projects

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The companies will be financially committing $1 and $3 billion into their respective manufacturing facilities.

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The Launch of SPIMA Therapeutics

PharmExec

Mohamed Haitham Ayad, CEO, co-founder, SPIMA Therapeutics, discusses the companys launch and how multiple institutions have supported its pipeline.

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Navigating the Landscape of Global AI Governance

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The importance of embracing universal values and business models that prioritize humanity.

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