Black Patients With Asthma More Likely to Miss Scheduled Appointments for Biologic Therapies
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The disparity highlights opportunities for pharmacists to get involved and address health disparities.
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Opinion: Extending Medicare coverage to obesity medications is imperative
STAT
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Although bipartisan legislation to provide Medicare coverage for obesity treatments has circulated in Congress for more than a decade, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) ventured to estimate the budgetary effects of such a policy for older Americans starting in 2026 for the very first time in a report published in October. The CBO should be commended for conducting this comprehensive analysis.
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Does amlodipine lower heart rate?
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Sold under brand names such as Amvaz, Katerzia, Norliqva, and Norvasc , amlodipine is a medication that is FDA approved for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina (chest pain and pressure), vasospastic angina (coronary artery spasm), and coronary artery disease. It belongs to a class of medications called calcium channel blockers, which is further broken down into two classes: dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers and nondihydropyridine calcium channel bloc
Fixing pulse oximeters requires federal might and possible legal action, researchers say
STAT
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Work by device manufacturers to improve the performance of pulse oximeters on people with darker skin has progressed little since the Food and Drug Administration asked manufacturers in 2013 to voluntarily test the devices on more diverse skin tones, according to a study published Monday in JAMA. The study and a related editorial suggest clearer guidance, enforcement, and possibly legal action may be necessary to ensure the devices work well on all skin tones.
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
Diabetes: Most Read Stories From 2024
Drug Topics
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Check out this list of our top 5 most read diabetes stories from the year 2024.
STAT+: Axsome to send Alzheimer’s disease drug to FDA, despite mixed Phase 3 results
STAT
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Axsome Therapeutics is moving ahead with plans to submit its Alzheimer’s disease treatment for Food and Drug Administration approval despite mixed results from two new clinical trial readouts. Axsome, which is based in New York, announced Monday that its drug AXS-05 met the primary endpoint of one trial testing the therapy for agitation caused by Alzheimer’s, but failed to show statistical significance in another.
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Patient Alleges Chain’s Opioid Policy Violates Antidiscrimination Statutes
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DECEMBER 30, 2024
Plaintiff argues that "blacklisting certain individuals with opioid prescriptions was unlawful.
First global approval for Daiichi Sankyo's Dato-DXd
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Daiichi Sankyo has claimed its first approval, in Japan, for TROP2-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) datopotamab deruxtecan
Transforming CLL Management: Pharmacists’ Impact on Treatment Strategies, Adherence, and Quality of Life
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Anthony Perissinotti, PharmD, BCOP, discusses unmet needs and trends in managing chronic lymphocytic leukemia.
Research digest: Reviewing potentially inappropriate medications in elderly hospitalised patients
Hospital Pharmacy Europe
DECEMBER 30, 2024
A study looking at the use of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) in hospitalised adults aged75 and over has highlighted the need for multidisciplinary interventions to review chronic medications in these patients. The study found that the overall prevalence of PIMs was moderate but varied considerably between hospitals and also revealed a potential missed opportunity to optimise medication use within this setting.
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.
Administering Bispecifics in the Community vs Academic Centers
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Panelists discuss understanding the comparative advantages, decision-making factors, infrastructure requirements, and partnership models for administering bispecific antibodies in community vs academic settings, with particular focus on patient care logistics and referral pathways.
Is Soma a controlled substance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Soma, the brand name for the generic medication Carisoprodol, is a muscle relaxant given to those with pain related to musculoskeletal conditions. The prescription drug is part of the skeletal muscle relaxant class of medications. Due to the risk of substance abuse on this medicine, some may wonder if Soma is considered a controlled substance. We went to the medical experts to learn everything you want to know about Soma and its potential for drug abuse.
Improving Transitions of Care for Patients Receiving Bispecific Therapies and Final Recommendations
Pharmacy Times
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Panelists discuss how key recommendations for optimizing bispecific therapy care focus on establishing robust communication protocols between academic and community centers while ensuring community centers develop comprehensive infrastructure including staff training, emergency protocols, and care coordination pathways.
Digital biomarkers: Redefining respiratory care
pharmaphorum
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Learn how digital biomarkers are revolutionising respiratory care by providing personalised, real-time data for better monitoring and management of respiratory diseases.
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.
Tizanidine and dogs: Why this drug is unsafe for pets
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Veterinarians do not use the skeletal muscle relaxant tizanidine in dogs. There are no veterinary studies on the effects or safety of tizanidine in companion animals and no published dosages. If a dog is given or accidentally eats tizanidine, thats a potential veterinary emergency requiring inducing vomiting or monitoring the dog in a veterinary clinic.
MTX-COVAB by Memo Therapeutics for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Likelihood of Approval
Pharmaceutical Technology
DECEMBER 30, 2024
MTX-COVAB is under clinical development by Memo Therapeutics and currently in Phase I for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
Diazepam for cats: Uses, risks, and safety guidelines
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Most people have heard the brand name Valium. Diazepam is the generic version. Veterinarians commonly use it as a sedative, anxiety treatment , seizure medication , and muscle relaxant in cats and dogs. Its often used on an as-needed basis, but veterinarians are cautious about giving cats diazepam on a daily basis. Some cats can experience life-threatening liver injury when taking daily oral diazepam.
Dental Dry Socket Compounded Medication for Pain Relief
Compounding Pharmacy of America
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Discover how compounded medications provide effective pain relief for dental dry socket. Learn about personalized solutions to speed healing and ease discomfort. The post Dental Dry Socket Compounded Medication for Pain Relief appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.
5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software
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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.
Gabapentin overdose in dogs: Symptoms and prevention
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Gabapentin is a prescription anticonvulsant drug (aka an anti-seizure medication) and pain medication. It can help treat seizures and relieve anxiety. According to a 2024 study in Animals, gabapentin is also safe and well-tolerated for dogs with behavior disorders. As far as pain management, dogs who have degenerative joint diseases or nerve pain may need gabapentin to treat chronic pain or neuropathic pain.
Allergy Management and Relief
Compounding Pharmacy of America
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Learn effective strategies for managing allergies, including compounded medications tailored to your symptoms. Find relief with personalized treatments for allergy care The post Allergy Management and Relief appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.
How much is Freestyle Libre 3 without insurance?
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
It is strongly recommended that people with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes , or gestational diabetes , frequently monitor their blood glucose (sugar) levels at home. Some use a blood glucose meter which requires a finger stick, while others prefer using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM). A popular personal CGM system is the FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor.
Are you looking for a better way to give your child medicine?
Compounding Pharmacy of America
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Learn how pediatric compounding pharmacies offer customized medications for children, addressing challenges like taste, dosage, and allergies, while improving treatment outcomes. The post Are you looking for a better way to give your child medicine? appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.
Telmisartan vs. losartan: Uses, interactions, costs, and more
The Checkup by Singlecare
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Hailing from the same drug category, telmisartan and losartan are generic drugs that help to reduce blood pressure by the same mechanism. They are angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), and by inhibiting the action of angiotensin II, ARBs lower blood pressure by reducing blood vessel constriction and renal retention of salt and water. These effects on our kidneys and cardiovascular system have led to uses besides simply treating hypertension.
Pharma Commerce’s Most Popular Patient Support Articles
Pharmaceutical Commerce
DECEMBER 30, 2024
A dive into the top articles in this sector making waves this year.
FDA approves BMS’ Opdivo Qvantig for solid tumour indications
Pharmaceutical Technology
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The US FDA has granted approval for Bristol Myers Squibbs (BMS) Opdivo Qvantig for subcutaneous use to treat various solid tumours.
Non-Surgical Approaches to Diagnosing Endometriosis
PharmExec
DECEMBER 30, 2024
In this part of his Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Dr. Lawrence B. Werlin, MD, FACOG of HRC Fertility (@md.lawrence.werlin on TikTok), how new radiological techniques are revolutionizing the diagnosis of conditions like endometriosis and the impact it will have on patients.
BeiGene’s Tevimbra approved in US for first-line gastric cancer treatment
Pharmaceutical Technology
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Tevimbra is already approved in the US for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC).
Our Top 5 Social Media Posts of 2024
PharmExec
DECEMBER 30, 2024
OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.
How automation and digital technologies will unlock the full potential of advanced therapies
European Pharmaceutical Review
DECEMBER 30, 2024
The use of advanced therapies using cells or genes to achieve significant leaps in medical treatment was perceived as a niche sector just a decade ago, but it has now started to garner a greater level of understanding and recognition in the pharmaceutical industry. Numerous groundbreaking advances have shown these therapies hold potential to revolutionise how we treat, and potentially cure, many conditions, including for patients with underlying genetic or cellular causes of disease that have
ITM-91 by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich for Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: Likelihood of Approval
Pharmaceutical Technology
DECEMBER 30, 2024
ITM-91 is under clinical development by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich and currently in Phase II for Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
The biggest medical advances of 2024
STAT
DECEMBER 30, 2024
It’s easy to forget that we live in an age of medical wonders. Cancer tumors can be slowed or shrunk in ways previous generations couldn’t imagine, with everything from pills to genetically engineered white blood cells. Surgeons can transplant a face, or replace a heart valve without cracking a chest. These are outcomes that would not have been possible 20 years ago.
ITM-91 by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Likelihood of Approval
Pharmaceutical Technology
DECEMBER 30, 2024
ITM-91 is under clinical development by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich and currently in Phase II for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer.
STAT+: Pfizer kills hemophilia gene therapy deal, imperiling Sangamo
STAT
DECEMBER 30, 2024
Pfizer has abandoned development of a hemophilia A gene therapy it licensed from Sangamo Therapeutics, a move that could imperil Sangamo’s future. It’s a sudden turnabout for Pfizer, which had indicated it would bring the experimental treatment to regulators, albeit not one that is likely to have a significant impact on the pharma giant or patients.
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