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Vraylar withdrawal: What to expect when stopping the drug

The Checkup by Singlecare

Although Vraylar withdrawal is not a documented issue, there are reports of withdrawal-like symptoms from quitting other antipsychotics. Research published in 2021 found that while antipsychotic withdrawal is not widely recognized, some patients do experience symptoms after quitting second-generation antipsychotics.

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NICE recommends Celgene’s Ozanimod to treat ulcerative colitis

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The FDA had approved the drug for use as UC treatment in the US in May 2021. The recommended initial dosage is low, with a gradual build up in dosage, so as to reduce possible side effects such as upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infection, and hypertension.

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UK approves prescription-only melatonin drug for childhood ADHD

Pharmaceutical Technology

Melatonin has remained prescription-only in countries such as the UK and New Zealand, with Australia only allowing over the counter sale of melatonin since 2021. The recommended dosage is even smaller in children. Prescription-only vs OTC. In 1995, the UK government classified it as a medicine making its over-the-counter sale illegal.

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Clindamycin interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

Clindamycin is available in various dosage forms, including capsules, oral solution, vaginal cream and gel, topical lotion and gel, and intravenous (IV) injections administered in a hospital setting. Categorized as a lincosamide antibiotic, clindamycin works by preventing bacterial growth by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.

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Apixaban vs warfarin: rise of newer anticoagulant

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Eliquis is still protected by patent rights in the UK, with exclusive availability rights until 2026 (IPO, 2021). . Additionally, the dosage is much simpler as compared to warfarin as it does not change generally after treatment initiation is completed. . In 2019, the first generic version of Eliquis® was approved in the US.

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Prescribing Red Flags and Suspicious Controlled Substance Orders: Current Cautionary Tales

The FDA Law Blog

Prescribing Red Flags The government alleged that from at least 2017 to April 2021 Defendants knowingly filled controlled substance prescriptions “that raised obvious ’red flags’ of potential abuse or diversion.” The CDC has advised clinicians to carefully assess increasing total opioid dosage to greater than 50 MMEs per day).

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International Collaboration and Reliance: Regulatory Panel Discussion at the 2022 ISPE Singapore Conference

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It was usual practice for TGA to prepare additional guidance/explanatory documents for industry and for TGA inspection staff to participate in training seminars to assist industry.

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