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Pharmacists Play a Critical Role in Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance

Pharmacy Times

Promoting antimicrobial stewardship and providing patient education are examples of strategies to prevent antimicrobial resistance.

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A Look Back at the Affordable Care Act

Drug Topics

The Affordable Care Act was passed in 2010 to make health care and prescription medicine more accessible. Did it succeed?

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STAT+: U.K. to restrict Eli Lilly’s obesity drug to patients with greatest need 

STAT

LONDON — The U.K. will start offering Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug next year, but will restrict the medicine to people with the greatest need as the country tries to adapt to new ways of treating obesity amid surging demand.  Health authorities in the U.K. recommend tirzepatide, sold there as Mounjaro, for people with a body mass index of more than 35 and at least one related health condition.

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With Makary set to face FDA commissioner hearings, how deep do his industry ties run?

PharmaVoice

Dr. Marty Makary’s conflicts of interest could come into question before he is confirmed as the next FDA commissioner.

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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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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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Q&A: The Future of Biosimilar Pricing at the Pharmacy Counter

Drug Topics

Steve Callahan, Senior Director of Advisory & Insights at MMIT, discussed out-of-pocket costs and the impact biosimilars are predicted to have for patients in the future.

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Milk-based therapies could be coming. This biotech CEO is aiming to lead the way.

PharmaVoice

Intrinsic Medicines is entering phase 2 trials in Parkinson’s disease and IBS for its human milk oligosaccharide drug candidates next year.

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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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Younger, Middle-Aged Adults Face Higher Burden of Neurologic Long COVID Symptoms

Drug Topics

The higher burden of neurological symptoms among younger and middle-aged adults translated to worse subjective quality of life, according to a recent study.

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Why is health care cybersecurity so bad?

STAT

Year after year, more Americans are affected by health care data breaches. Though health savings accounts, pharmacies, and major hospitals have all been attacked in 2024, a single data breach accounted for the vast majority of people’s data being exposed: Change Healthcare. Multiple times this year, lawmakers have questioned health care industry experts about why the massive and disruptive Change Healthcare breach was allowed to happen , and what the government should do to improve health

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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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The big rebrand: Why these 4 biopharmas changed their name this year

PharmaVoice

Four companies that refreshed their mission and public persona with a new look.

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Sanofi charts biggest China investment to date with plans for €1B insulin 'manufacturing base' in Beijing

Fierce Pharma

Shortly after a similarly sized venture from Pfizer, French pharma juggernaut Sanofi has unveiled a major manufacturing outlay in China, marking its biggest investment in the country to date. | Sanofi is laying out roughly 1 billion euros ($1.04 billion) to establish a new production base in the Beijing Economic and Technological Development Zone. The new manufacturing site, which will become Sanofi’s fourth in China, is being designed to beef up local end-to-end insulin production.

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Cannabis Could Help Reduce Opioid Use in Patients with Chronic Pain

Drug Topics

Most patients with reduced opioid prescriptions during cannabis use had chronic musculoskeletal pain.

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STAT+: Why Orexo is abandoning a digital therapeutic for depression

STAT

Swedish pharmaceutical company Orexo will no longer pursue an app for treating depression after many years of struggling to sell it. Orexo announced this week that it will no longer license the product, called Deprexis, from German manufacturer GAIA. The companies have worked together on Deprexis in the United States since 2020 and have deals for two other apps, including Modia, an app that provides psychosocial support to people being treated for opioid addiction.

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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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How BuSpar could help you sleep

The Checkup by Singlecare

You’re staring at the ceiling in the middle of the night, counting sheep, but instead of lulling you into a peaceful slumber, they won’t stop jumping around in your mind. If you regularly struggle with sleep issues, finding the right solution can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. Pharmaceutical options such as benzodiazepines like diazepam and antidepressants like trazodone are sometimes used off-label to treat insomnia in adults.

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Patients With Post-COVID POTS Experience Disruptions in Circadian Blood Pressure Rhythm Regulation

Pharmacy Times

Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) diagnoses have greatly increased following the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Phase 3 Trial to Evaluate Molnupiravir for Treatment of COVID-19 in High-Risk Adults

Drug Topics

The MOVe-NOW study will assess the investigational oral antiviral using a different formulation than what is currently approved under an emergency use authorization.

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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about U.K. restricting Lilly’s obesity drug, pharma layoffs, and more

STAT

Top of the morning to you, and a fine one it is, despite the dreary gray skies hovering over the Pharmalot campus. We are doing our best to maintain sunny spirits, though, because once again, we recall some helpful wisdom from the Morning Mayor, who taught us that “every new day should be unwrapped like a precious gift.” To celebrate the notion, we are brewing still more cups of stimulation and inviting you to join us.

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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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Harnessing Marketing Networks in the Pharmaceutical Industry: Strategies for Success

Pharma Marketing Network

Table of Contents Sr# Headings 1 Introduction: The Power of Marketing Networks 2 What Are Marketing Networks? 3 The Importance of Marketing Networks in Pharma 4 Building Healthcare Professional (HCP) Networks 5 Patient Advocacy Groups: A Trusted Connection 6 Digital Marketing Networks in Pharma 7 Branded Campaigns and Marketing Networks 8 Overcoming Challenges in Marketing Networks 9 The Role of Data in Strengthening Networks 10 Future Trends in Marketing Networks 11 Practical Tips for Pharma Ma

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Cyber Monday/Black Friday Discounts! Ending Soon!

Med Ed 101

I hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving! It’s my turn to give back to all of you! We’ve got something for everyone looking to learn more about medications or preparing for board exams! Pharmacist Board Certification – 25% Off! Use this discount code at checkout: Board25 BCPS Study Materials NAPLEX Study Materials BCMTMS Study Materials […] The post Cyber Monday/Black Friday Discounts!

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Influenza Vaccine Least Effective for Children Facing Secondary Infection

Drug Topics

Researchers addressed vaccine effectiveness for individuals with direct household contacts that reported influenza.

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Pfizer, Eli Lilly execs push back as senators scrutinize drugmakers’ telehealth moves

STAT

You’re reading the web edition of STAT’s Health Tech newsletter, our guide to how technology is transforming the life sciences.  Sign up to get it  delivered in your inbox every Tuesday and Thursday. Pharma vs Congress: The latest in telehealth talks Eli Lilly and Pfizer have responded to senators who pressed them to share the details of their online platforms LillyDirect and PfizerForAll , seeking to determine whether the pharma giants are violating the federal anti-kick

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High-Dose Vitamin C Improves Outcomes for Late-Stage Pancreatic Cancer

Pharmacy Times

High-dose vitamin C, when combined with chemotherapy, has shown the potential to double the survival rate of patients with late-stage metastatic pancreatic cancer.

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How Astellas juggles the moving parts of cancer precision medicine development

PharmaVoice

While developing its first-in-class gastric cancer drug Vyloy, Astellas had to coordinate with another pharma giant to usher the precision med into the market.

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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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Sanofi pours $1 billion into China for insulin plant

STAT

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today?  Sign up  to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Lots on the table today about AI-driven drug discovery, including some startups to watch in this space. Also, we’ve updated our obesity drug tracker and we talk about Gilead’s new cancer deal.

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Familiarize Yourself With Updated Clinical Guidelines Recommendations for Restless Legs Syndrome

Pharmacy Times

Treatment for RLS includes lifestyle modifications, medication, and in some cases, non-drug therapies, aiming to reduce symptoms and improve sleep and daytime functioning.

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Can the girl power of Arrivo’s depression drug help reverse its fortunes?

PharmaVoice

After failing a mid-stage trial, the biotech shifted course and is now targeting females with the goal of proving gender can play a role in depression outcomes.

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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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Pharma Horizons: Sustainability

European Pharmaceutical Review

This report delves into the latest developments in sustainability impacting the pharmaceutical sector today. Inside, articles explore current key topics including regulation, manufacturing, green chemistry, digitalisation and clinical trials. Stay up to date with the latest developments in sustainability including articles on: The key regulatory frameworks impacting the pharmaceutical industry and the challenges and opportunities around their implementation How digitalisation can transform and

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Analysis Finds Low-Income Countries Face More Cancer-Related Deaths and Inequities in Therapy Access

Pharmacy Times

Potential solutions can include international funding, improved primary health care measures, and cost-effective screening methods.

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10 Innovative Trends in Pharma Marketing: Strategies for Industry Success in 2025

Pharma Marketing Network

Table of Contents Sr# Headings 1 Introduction 2 Digital Transformation in Pharma Marketing 3 Patient-Centric Marketing 4 Personalized Healthcare Campaigns 5 The Role of AI and Machine Learning 6 Leveraging Social Media Platforms 7 Data-Driven Decision Making 8 Omnichannel Marketing Strategies 9 The Power of Influencer Marketing 10 Navigating Regulatory Challenges 11 Sustainability in Pharma Marketing 12 Conclusion 13 FAQs Introduction Pharma marketing is undergoing a revolution.

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Postpartum Depression Rates Increase With Higher BMI

Drug Topics

Women with prepregnancy overweight or obesity may be more likely to experience postpartum depression.

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