Drug Topics

JUNE 6, 2025

Garofoli, PharmD, BCACP, CTTS, FAPhA Publication Article Drug Topics Journal Drug Topics May/June 2025 Volume 169 Issue 03 Pharmacy team members can help patients prepare for upcoming travels, ensuring they are up to date with the recommended vaccines for their locations. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter.

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JULY 2, 2025

1 Smart Insulin Pen Cap System Shows Sustained Glycemic Improvement Over 12 Months | ADA 2025 / Orawan - stock.adobe.com The system, called the Bigfoot Unity Diabetes Management System, integrates with the FreeStyle Libre 2 sensor and supports commonly used insulin pens to simplify diabetes care. References 1.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 18, 2025

1 "At Cost Plus Drugs, our commitment to transparent drug pricing has always been unwavering, and with clinical leaders in obesity like 9amHealth, we are dedicated to providing affordable and accessible healthcare solutions for patients with cardiometabolic conditions. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 11, 2025

Positive results have been announced from a phase 3 clinical trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of deucravacitinib (Sotyktu) for the treatment of active psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in adult patients who are naïve to biologic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic medications, Bristol Myers Squibb announced in a release. References 1.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 18, 2025

Pharmacy Industry Transitions From Traditional Dispensing to Clinical Services Ashley Gallagher June 14th 2025 Article The future of pharmacy services is not just about dispensing medications but about providing comprehensive and accessible clinical care that meets evolving patient needs.

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JUNE 11, 2025

doi:10.1186/s41256-023-00311-4 Download Issue PDF Articles in this issue Independent Pharmacists’ Unique Role During Disaster Management Efforts Q&A: Douglas Hoey on PBM Reform, Optum Rx Cost-Plus Announcement | AAP 2025 Q&A: Who is Responsible for Addressing the Growing Issue of Pharmacy Deserts? Wang X, Liu K, Shirai K, et al.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 9, 2025

The FDA approved telmisartan, amlodipine and indapamide (Widaplik) for the treatment of hypertension in adult patients, George Medicines said in a release. READ MORE: Cardiology Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? References 1.

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JUNE 5, 2025

Recent Videos Related Content Register Today: June 2025 Total Pharmacy Solutions Summit Brian Nowosielski June 2nd 2025 Article The event will focus on revenue stream diversification, providing independent pharmacies with seeds of innovation and practical tools to cultivate new avenues for growth in pharmacy.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 20, 2025

The search included articles between January 2013 and June 2024. While search terms focused on a variety of topics related to skin disease and vaccines, articles had to meet 5 specific criteria to be included in the final analysis. READ MORE: Dermatology Resource Center Are you ready to elevate your pharmacy practice? References 1.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 23, 2025

Patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can benefit from continuous glucose monitors (CGM), which improve glycemic and psychosocial outcomes, according to the ONBOARD randomized trial ( NCT04161131 ). Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? REFERENCES 1.

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Drug Topics

JULY 1, 2025

READ MORE: Q&A: Retail, Independent Pharmacies Continue to Call for Improved Reimbursement Practices Don’t get left behind: Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips delivered straight to your inbox.

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JUNE 9, 2025

READ MORE: Women's Health Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 13, 2025

Patients with diabetes who received support from a pharmacist achieved their A1c goal quicker than those who did not receive the support, according to data published in the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association. 1 Authors of the study said more research is needed to confirm the results. References 1. Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes.

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Drug Topics

JULY 2, 2025

A total number of 13 research articles met the study’s final analysis. Stay ahead of the curve: Sign up for our free Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips, straight to your inbox. GLP-1RA treatment led to a body weight reduction of 4.51 1 mg and liraglutide 1.8-3

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Drug Topics

JUNE 6, 2025

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists were associated with an increased risk of neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) in adult patients with diabetes, according to data published in JAMA Ophthalmology. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. References 1. Shor R, Mihalache A, Noori A, et al.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 20, 2025

Pharmacy technicians face significant stress from high workloads, understaffing, and the pressure to meet both patient care and business goals. Technicians frequently interact with frustrated or unwell patients, which can result in emotionally taxing or unsafe situations. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 40349976.

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JUNE 11, 2025

1 READ MORE: Neurology Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? 70195 Recent Videos Related Content Pharmacists Provide Harm Reduction Services to Patients With Substance Use Disorder Peter A. REFERENCES 1. News release. doi:10.1002/alz.70195

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JULY 2, 2025

In an interview, Cherokee Layson-Wolf, PharmD, BCACP, FAPhA, professor of practice, sciences, and health outcomes research at the University of Maryland, explored the evolving landscape of vaccine recommendations, emphasizing the critical role pharmacists play in guiding patients through complex medical information.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 11, 2025

A significant portion of patients with psoriatic disease (PsD) are unaware of the systematic nature, manifestations, and associated comorbidities that commonly accompany it, according to a study published in the Journal of Dermatological Treatment. References 1. Albreiki F, Alfalasi A, Al-Otaibi M, et al.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 25, 2025

Stay ahead of the curve: Sign up for our free Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips, straight to your inbox. Read more from our coverage of the ADA’s 85th Scientific Sessions. Pharmacy practice is always changing. References 1. Xue J, Higgins C, Huang A, et al.

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JUNE 12, 2025

READ MORE: Obesity Management Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips? And now we’re getting close to understanding it.” Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1. Yaskolka Meir A, Tsaban G, Rinott E, et al.

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JUNE 13, 2025

1 Despite varied and inconclusive results regarding skin care promotion, researchers suggested that all skin-care interventions promoted on social be pretested and monitored for safe and effective use. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. References 1. Brzozowska JM, Gotlib J.

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JUNE 17, 2025

The authors suggest that people with T2D should be screened for sleep disturbances and given proper care. 2 In an article published in Diabetes Care , sleep was integrated into the management of type 2 diabetes with 3 key constructs: quantity, quality, and timing. Diabetes Care. REFERENCES 1. 2024;47(3):331-343.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 12, 2025

Steatosis liver disease (SLD) is associated with an increased risk of new-onset diabetes for patients with atrial fibrillation, especially for younger adults, according to results of a study published in Cardiovascular Diabetology. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1. Ryu H, Lee SR, Choi EK, et al.

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JUNE 17, 2025

Positive results have been announced from a phase 2a clinical trial evaluating the safety, pharmacokinetics and efficacy of PP405 for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in adult patients, Pelage Pharmaceuticals announced in a release. 1 The company said it plans to initiate phase 3 studies in 2026 to further evaluate the therapy.

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Drug Topics

JUNE 13, 2025

According to an article in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology , the rate of pregestational and gestational diabetes has been increasing in the US, occurring in 1% and 8% of all pregnant women in 2020, respectively. Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter. REFERENCES 1. Swan W, Kilmartin G, Liaw ST.

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European Pharmaceutical Review

JANUARY 7, 2025

With the appropriate safeguards in place, artificial intelligence has transformative potential to advance clinical research and accelerate medical product development to improve patient care. Article: Adopting AI for R&D in 2025 what needs to be addressed?

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IDStewardship

MARCH 17, 2024

In this article a clinical pharmacist with experience and knowledge about using artificial intelligence describes how it can be used to be a better clinical pharmacist. BCIDP, BCPT Article Posted 18 March 2024 In healthcare’s evolving landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) promises to redefine pharmacy.

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Fierce Healthcare

JULY 30, 2024

As artificial intelligence rapidly makes inroads in healthcare, federal agencies already have the authority to regulator AI at the hospital bedside, according to some healthcare researche | An article published in JAMA Health Forum argues that through the conditions of participation in Medicare and Medicaid, CMS has the authority to oversee how hospitals (..)

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Pharmacy Times

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

In an article by The New England Journal of Medicine, the authors discuss how drug companies could delay the approval of new oncology drugs under the IRA, delaying patient care.

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IDStewardship

APRIL 16, 2025

In this article a current third year pharmacy student discusses pharmacy student study strategies to maximize learning in 2025 and beyond. Candidate 2026 Article posted 16 April 2025 No one really warns you about just how much content you will encounterin pharmacy school – until you are in it. Authored By:Fabian Quiroga, Pharm.D.

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IDStewardship

DECEMBER 12, 2023

In this article a clinical pharmacist discusses ways that preceptors may integrate generative artificial intelligence programs into pharmacy education for student and resident learning experiences. Article posted 13 December 2023 Artificial intelligence is a hot topic today. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D.,

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Fierce Healthcare

JUNE 11, 2025

In a new analysis and policy article, Association of American Medical Colleges warns that "academic health systems can only absorb so much without significant harm to biomedical research, medical education and patient care.”

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IDStewardship

APRIL 30, 2023

In this article advice for new pharmacists is provided by a pharmacist with 15 years of experience and answers are sourced from commentary on Twitter as well. Recommendation 1: Use your skills to improve patient care Pharmacists who apply their skills make patient’s lives better. Composed By: Timothy P.

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Pharmacy Times

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Non–FDA-approved medications may be accessed for patient care via 3 alternative pathways: expanded access, the Right to Try Act, and off-label use, which are reviewed in this article.

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IDStewardship

MARCH 23, 2023

In this article three infectious diseases pharmacists discuss the cross-roads of antimicrobial resistance and microbiology laboratory, reflecting on a recent Twitter chat on the topic. Multidisciplinary approaches to antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) are imperative to address this concerning situation. You can find him on Twitter @Brian_Raux.

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STAT

JUNE 25, 2024

A different kind of harm, this one affecting patients and clinicians, is only now getting the recognition it deserves. Called administrative harm, it directly influences patient care and outcomes, professional practice, and organizational efficiencies. O’Donnell in an article in The New England Journal of Medicine.

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