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Pharmacovigilance deep dive: risk minimisation measures

European Pharmaceutical Review

This article explores just one aspect of the RMP, that of RMMs, and how their effectiveness is measured with Dr Sophie Jouaville, an associate principal at IQVIA working on the design and oversight of non-interventional real-world evidence (RWE) safety and health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) studies.

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Does phentermine help with ADHD?

The Checkup by Singlecare

However, healthcare professionals sometimes prescribe phentermine for off-label uses, such as for the treatment of ADHD. A 2016 article published in Frontiers in Pharmacology noted that phentermine has similarities with the CNS stimulant dexamphetamine, which is found in ADHD medications like Dexedrine, ProCentra, and Zenzedi.

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Drug Discard Date Creates Discord

The People's Pharmacy

If a patient wants to report an adverse reaction to the FDA, they need to fill out Form 3500B. It is rare for pharmacies to put the expiration date on the label if they transfer the pills from the manufacturer’s original container. It requests an expiration date along with the lot number and NDC number. Why is this?”

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How long does it take for trazodone to work?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Note: Sometimes, veterinarians prescribe trazodone for dogs , and while it’s safe for our canine companions, the information in this article applies solely to humans. Anxiety Unlike depression, anxiety is an off-label use for trazodone. Insomnia Trazodone for insomnia is another off-label use, but a fairly common one.

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Lisinopril angioedema: Symptoms and treatment

The Checkup by Singlecare

This article will focus on drug-mediated reactions, specifically ACE inhibitors like lisinopril, that can lead to angioedema. According to the FDA label for Zestril , in clinical studies, 0.1% (one in one thousand) of patients reported angioedema as an adverse event.

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Are You “Addicted” to Your Prescription Medicine?

The People's Pharmacy

That is why I am using quote marks throughout this article. This reader was prescribed alprazolam off-label for hypertension: “I began to have moderate hypertension while working a very stressful job. We wish more health professionals would warn patients that discontinuing such medicines suddenly can trigger serious adverse reactions.

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Meclizine interactions to avoid

The Checkup by Singlecare

While some interactions may be mild, others may lead to serious side effects or adverse reactions. Here are some common steps to take: Check the label : Always read the drug information in the product package for potential warnings, and follow the instructions on your prescription label for the appropriate dosage.