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Penicillin allergy delabelling: A multidisciplinary approach for improved patient care

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

In developed countries, between five and 15% patients carry a penicillin allergy label , and patients receive a penicillin allergy label by their third birthday in approximately 75% of cases. However, a large body of evidence suggests upwards of 90% of patients with a penicillin allergy label are not truly allergic.

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Sanofi’s Sarclisa gains new US multiple myeloma indication

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This label extension covers use of Sarclisa plus carfilzomib and dexamethasone for adults with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma, who have received one to three previous therapy lines. In the trial, 8% of patients dropped out because of adverse events and 2.8% quit because of an infection.

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Crestor generic availability, cost, and dosage

The Checkup by Singlecare

If a severe adverse reaction to Crestor occurs, seek emergency medical attention. Off-label use of the drug is limited from its official indications as outlined by the FDA. The off-label use consists of prescriptions for heart and kidney transplant recipients to reduce cardiovascular events.

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How long does trazodone last in dogs?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Trazodone, an FDA-approved human medicine used to reduce the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression in people, is available as “extra-label” or off-label use through veterinary medicine for the treatment of pets. To avoid an adverse reaction, do not abruptly discontinue the use of your dog’s long-term anxiety medicine.

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Cymbalta generic availability, cost, and dosage

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What Are the Off-Label Uses for Cymbalta? Cymbalta may have several off-label uses in addition to its FDA-approved uses. Migraine Headaches Another off-label use of Cymbalta is for the management of migraine headaches. The medication may help strengthen the muscles that control urine flow and improve overall bladder function.

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FDA Approvals: September 2022 Recap

Digital Pharmacist

Common adverse reactions include conjunctival/ocular hyperemia, photophobia, blurred vision, dry eye, pain, headache, irritation, and visual impairment. . Common adverse effects include serious or fatal respiratory failure, ischemic events, abdominal pain, nausea, and diarrhea, among others. .

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Shanghai ISPE Pharmaceutical Information Company holds 2022 China Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Summit

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Thanks to the clinical supply chain service companies' years of industry development and operation, there are new developments in global supply chain layout, ultra-low temperature storage and distribution management breakthroughs, and growing packaging and labeling capabilities. Shi Yun, QA Manager of Restone Biomedicine Co.,