September, 2020

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Texas Pharmacy Technician Requirements

Pharmacy Tech Scholar

Texas Pharmacy Technician Requirements *Completing the PharmacyTechScholar.com Online Course and Passing the PTCE meets the credentialing/training requirements to apply for a Registered Pharmacy Technician License… The post Texas Pharmacy Technician Requirements appeared first on PharmacyTechScholar.com.

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Giving the forgotten generation of cancer patients a voice

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Young people with cancer need a “seat at the table”, but instead they are often side-lined and voiceless. That’s according to advocate Megan-Claire Chase, who has been blogging about her experiences since she was diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer in her early 30s. Her mission, she tells pharmaphorum, is to humanise the cancer experience.

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Novel nasal spray reduces viral replication by up to 96%: according to COVID-19 challenge study

Outsourcing Pharma

Ena Respiratoryâs preventative nasal spray treatment could reach human trials within four months, following results from an animal study released today which showed the spray reduced COVID-19 replication by up to 96%.

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3 Ways Video Keeps Reps and HCPs Connected and Engaged

Pharma Marketing Network

Fast-tracking digital communication is now the new normal across many industries. The healthcare industry is no exception, and for pharma sales reps engaging with healthcare professionals, human connection is key. But today, communication between your reps and HCPs may be limited, or even embargoed altogether. Yet there are still a number of opportunities for engagement, and using video is one that offers various ways to maintain these connections.

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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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Buscopan vs Mebeverine | OTC IBS treatment

Druggist

Buscopan and mebeverine are two common drugs used for symptomatic treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Both drugs can be prescribed by a doctor or purchased over the counter from pharmacies and in case of Bucopa IBS relief from supermarkets. Buscopan vs Mebeverine lists similarities and differences between both drugs. I will review their role in the management of IBS in accordance with the treatment guidelines on irritable bowel syndrome.

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A REVIEW ON SWAB SAMPLING AND RINSE SAMPLING PROCEDURE USED IN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY

Pharma Tutor

About Author. Nrusingha Panda. Department of Quality Assurance, Mankind Pharma Ltd.

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FDA launches Digital Health Center of Excellence

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The FDA has launched its Digital Health Center of Excellence (DHCoE), as the agency continues with its commitment to advancing use of technology such as mobile health devices, software and wearables to create medical products. Housed within the agency’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health, the DHCoE is part of a wider strategy to encourage development of digital health products and therapeutics.

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FSD Pharma Phase II COVID-19 trial gets go-ahead

Outsourcing Pharma

The companyâs Phase II trial of ultramicronized PEA has received FDA approval and expects to begin dosing patientparticipants as early as next month.

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Royal Society of Chemistry’s journal archives now available to companies for Text and Data Mining

Pharma Mirror

The Royal Society of Chemistry has launched its new Text and Data Mining (TDM) solution, making its full collection of research journals available to companies for AI and machine learning applications. With the volume of published research available growing hourly, access to the RSC’s collection in machine-readable format offers companies the opportunity to extract, pinpoint.

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Zovirax Cream for cold sores | Aciclovir (acyclovir) cream

Druggist

Cold sores are a common viral infection caused by herpes simplex virus. Cold sores usually affect the area around the mouth (usually caused by the herpes simplex virus 1) or the genital area (usually caused by the herpes simplex virus 2). Cold sore can affect children and adults. Zovirax cream for cold sores can be purchased over the counter from pharmacies and supermarkets.

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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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3 Ways Video Keeps Reps and HCPs Connected and Engaged

Pharma Marketing Network

Fast-tracking digital communication is now the new normal across many industries. The healthcare industry is no exception, and for pharma sales reps engaging with healthcare professionals, human connection is key. But today, communication between your reps and HCPs may be limited, or even embargoed altogether. Yet there are still a number of opportunities for engagement, and using video is one that offers various ways to maintain these connections.

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New York Pharmacy Technician Requirements

Pharmacy Tech Scholar

New York Pharmacy Technician Requirements *Completing the PharmacyTechScholar.com Online Course and Passing the PTCE meets the proposed 2021 credentialing/training requirements in New York New York… The post New York Pharmacy Technician Requirements appeared first on PharmacyTechScholar.com.

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Could a COVID-19 breath test help UK out of lockdown?

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A potential COVID-19 breath test has been unveiled in the UK, as the country desperately searches for alternatives to crippling lockdown measures to prevent the disease from spreading. The breath test has been developed by Integumen in collaboration with Modern Water, Avacta and Aptamer Group, which had been working on test that identifies the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus in waste water.

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FSD Pharma announces Phase II trial for potential COVID-19 treatment

Outsourcing Pharma

The company has submitted an investigational new drug application for FSD201, a possible therapy for patients with severe cases of the virus.

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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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The Themes of The World Pharmacists Day 2010-2020

Pharma Mirror

Pharmacists are healthcare professionals who have enough knowledge about the effective uses of medications. World Pharmacist Day is celebrated on 25th September every year since 2010 on the day FIP (International Pharmaceutical Federation) started their journey. FIP encourages pharmacists to celebrate this day to promote and support the role of the pharmacist in the whole.

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Best Over the Counter Sleeping Pills UK

Druggist

Insomnia is a common sleep disorder, which is characterised by a difficulty in getting to sleep or maintaining the sleep (waking up at night or early in the morning). Sedative antihistamines can be used as a temporary aid to help with sleeping problems. In this post, I will review all over the counter sleeping pills (OTC) available in the UK. All of the non-prescription sleeping pills available in the UK contain sedative antihistamines.

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Novacyt signs deal with UK government for COVID-19 testing kits

Pharma Times

First phase will see company deploy 300 PCR instruments to the UK

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Smart Freeze Dryer Technology : A Review

Pharma Tutor

About Authors. Rajora Priyanka Singh*, Rathore Kamal Singh. Faculty of Pharmacy, BN University, Udaipur-Raj.313001. *singhpriyanka20355@gmail.

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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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Life science leaders sign new ‘Biotech Social Pact’ for Europe

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The signatories of a new Biotech Social Pact with Europe and patients explain why healthcare calls for a new social contract, not a pharmaceutical strategy. As Europe continues its efforts to battle the Covid-19 pandemic, it is rightfully focusing its attention on the longer-term implications of this crisis. One common thread is clearly emerging from EU and national discussions: to reinforce Europe’s “strategic autonomy” and “technological sovereignty” in key industrial sectors.

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CPhI: cell and gene therapy capacity shortages on the horizon

Outsourcing Pharma

CPhIâs Annual Report 2020 predicts impending cell and gene capacity shortages for the US market, and possible mAb production growth in China.

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Medical Device Innovation Summit: India is poised to be a manufacturing hub for medical equipments and devices

Pharma Mirror

The first digital session of Medical Device Innovation Summit concludes on a positive note with industry leaders addressing burning topics to promote innovation in the medical equipment industry. From challenges like lack of regulatory systems to its new found potential of manufacturing indigenous products on a large scale, the summit successfully addressed discussions on new.

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Baby Thrush Treatment Over The Counter

Druggist

Baby thrush (oral thrush) is a common condition caused by candida infection (fungal infection) and mostly affecting new-born babies. Thrush can affect breastfeeding mothers (thrush present in the breast) and babies, with thrush affecting the inside of the mouth or causing a nappy rash. This post will focus on the treatment of oral baby thrush. Parents have only one option for baby thrush treatment – over the counter antifungal oral gel (Daktarin Sugar-Free 2% Oral Gel), which be purchased

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First UK patient given GSK’s experimental arthritis drug in COVID-19 trial

Pharma Times

Drug is being investigated in up to 800 hospitalised patients nationwide

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Role of Pharmacist in Transforming Global Health

Pharma Tutor

About Author Dr. R. S. Thakur. Email: drramsthakur@gmail.com. ABSTRACT. Pharmacists are transforming global health by empowering patients and other health care providers through counselling, drug information and motivation for rational use of medicines. Pharmacists strive to eliminate medication errors and ensure strict patient compliance to achieve desired therapeutic outcomes.

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Innovate UK funding for new precision cancer treatment technology

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Sixfold Bioscience and Medicines Discovery Catapult awarded Innovate UK grant to pursue ground-breaking project. Sixfold Bioscience in partnership with Medicines Discovery Catapult, has been given the green light, through the award of an Innovate UK Smart Grant to test a pioneering system designed to deliver drugs directly to cancerous cells, without impacting the healthy cells around it.

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IBM Watson Health, OrbitalRX partner to manage drug shortages

Outsourcing Pharma

The collaboration combines two solutions to help pharma and healthcare providers deal with myriad challenges associated with limited drug supplies.

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Italy and India the only pharma economies to improve score in 2020 according to the CPhI Pharma Index

Pharma Mirror

Ahead of the CPhI Festival of Pharma (5-16 October, 2020) – global pharma’s largest ever virtual gathering – the CPhI Pharma Index shows only Italy and India have improved their score in 2020, with the majority of industry executives looking for new supply chain partners. The Index – an aggregated confidence score across the five. The post Italy and India the only pharma economies to improve score in 2020 according to the CPhI Pharma Index appeared first on Pharma Mirror Magazine.

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What is the strongest over the counter ibuprofen?

Druggist

Ibuprofen is one of the most popular drugs purchased over the counter and one of the essential medicines for the management of pain and inflammation. Over the counter ibuprofen comes in different strengths, forms, and several brands , some of which do not differ from one another with the amount of ibuprofen present. In today’s post, I will review the different forms and brands of ibuprofen.

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UK launch for Novo's new diabetes pill

Pharma Times

Rybelsus is the world’s first and only oral GLP-1 receptor agonist

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How A Director Of Pharmacy Has Been Managing The COVID-19 Pandemic

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An Interview With Rogers Elebra, PharmD. Recorded August 28, 2020. What Is Your Name And Job Title? My name is Rogers Elebra and I am currently the pharmacy director at Surgeons Choice Medical Center in Southfield, Michigan, and also a team member of Indispensable Health. What Is Your Role With Indispensable Health? I am part of the Pharmacy Management team.

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Vertical pharma: How sector convergence can erase digital health siloes

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Life science companies must evolve and find new ways of working that erase the lines between industries and sub-sectors if they are to adapt to the digitalised world. That’s according to the team at Sweden’s Sahlgrenska Science Park, who are getting ready to host a virtual event looking at how the specialisation of digital expertise is driving a trend of sector convergence that pharma is only just cottoning on to.

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COVID-19 treatment study predicts adverse drug events

Outsourcing Pharma

Innovative research by Tabula Rasa Healthcare uses simulation technology to analyze potential adverse drug events of potential therapies for the virus.

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Pharma Hones its Pandemic Survival Skills—And Everyone Wins

Pharma Marketing Network

Six months after the Covid -19 pandemic upended health, personal, and economic life for millions around the world, the importance of good, even great leadership in business settings has taken on new dimensions. The world of pharma—and every other business imaginable—initially experienced shock, confusion, and no small amount of anxiety. After all, the novel, easily spread, and deadly virus decimated lives and businesses were shuttered.