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How to help patients during medication shortages

The Checkup by Singlecare

Common drug classes that have been in short supply include: Antibiotics Electrolytes Hormone agents Chemotherapy Central nervous system drugs GLP-1 agonists What causes a medication shortage? With this knowledge, they can implement operational changes that mitigate the harm of drug shortages to patients.

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Solutions for Constipation Relief

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Chemotherapy agents: Chemotherapy agents can lead to constipation in a variety of ways such as slowing the movements of the intestinal tract or creating inflammation that disrupts digestive function. Take this month to recognize their expertise and the valuable support they provide in patient care! 2020;12(1):205.

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Unicorns Don’t Exist: Rethinking the Generalist Model in Oncology Pharmacy

Pharmacy Times

Kalis, PharmD, BCOP Key Takeaways Oncology pharmacy's complexity outpaces the generalist model, necessitating specialization for effective patient care and operational efficiency. These are all important and necessary topics that help cancer centers run effectively and deliver exceptional patient care.

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Navigating EGFR Mutations and ALK Fusions in Early-Stage Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Pharmacy Times

1 Biomarker testing is relatively new in the treatment landscape for NSCLC but has proven incredibly important for personalizing patient care, transforming from a generic chemotherapy approach to a highly personalized, genomically driven treatment strategy. For advanced disease, chemotherapy was the standard.

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New Online Competency Modules Standardize CPA Pharmacist Training at Academic Medical Center

Pharmacy Times

Their goal was to promote consistent, high-quality, pharmacist-led care by standardizing the way clinical competence is evaluated—both at initial onboarding and as part of ongoing professional development. Using a roadmap strategy, the team established milestones and recruited expert pharmacists involved directly in CPA-driven patient care.

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FDA Approves Meloxicam Injection For Moderate-to-Severe Pain in Adults

Pharmacy Times

1 "[Meloxicam injection] demonstrates our commitment to improving patient care by providing an alternate dosage form for pain management," Ron Scarboro, chief executive officer at Azurity Pharmaceuticals, said in a press release.

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Understanding Biologics and Biosimilars Amid an Evolving Treatment Landscape

Pharmacy Times

Clinical Applications and Economic Impacts Biologics have significantly impacted cancer therapies by targeting cancer cells more specifically and reducing adverse events compared with traditional chemotherapy, Darkow noted. REFERENCE Darkow A. Decoding the Logic: An Overview of Biologics and Biosimilars.