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How to decode prescription labels for your patients

The Checkup by Singlecare

If you’ve worked in a community pharmacy, you’ve likely had the same frustrating conversations about prescription labels over and over. Due to variability in health literacy, studies show that Americans’ level of understanding of prescription label instructions ranges from 53% to 89%.

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Sustainable pharma packaging: breaking down the barriers to adoption

European Pharmaceutical Review

For most consumers, product packaging represents their first impression of a brand and its sustainability credentials. But how is this push shaping the pharma packaging market and what are the key changes we can expect to see? For many, aesthetic appeal and user experience top the list of priorities when it comes to packaging design.

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Can holograms help in the frontline fight against pharmaceutical counterfeiting?

European Pharmaceutical Review

One area in which the problem can be tackled effectively is product packaging. With predictions that the global market for anticounterfeiting packaging is set to reach almost $250 billion by 2026, growth in authentication and anti-tamper devices such as holograms appear to have a healthy future.”

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Medication management for people who are visually impaired

The Checkup by Singlecare

Understanding the drug label Much of the information you need to know is printed on the label of your medicine. OTC meds usually have a “Drug Facts” label that lists important information. In addition, prescription drugs may have labels with similar information. Medicines taken by injection should be premeasured.

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What to Keep in Your Integrative Medicine Cabinet

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Follow package instructions. These signals create communication and function within nerves and muscles, as the electrolytes move in or out of cells. Follow package directions for each supplement. Precautions Do not take more than the recommended dose on the label. The herb itself can be poisonous if ingested.

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A Proposal for a Comprehensive Quality Overall Summary

ISPE

Challenges with the Current Module 2 Structure The US FDA published a white paper in 2018 calling for a revision to Module 2 because, “there can be a disconnect between applicants and regulators regarding the communication of quality data and its impact on the assessment. Currently, it takes time and/or communications (e.g.,

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A Proposal for a Comprehensive Quality Overall Summary

ISPE

Challenges with the Current Module 2 Structure The US FDA published a white paper in 2018 calling for a revision to Module 2 because, “there can be a disconnect between applicants and regulators regarding the communication of quality data and its impact on the assessment. Currently, it takes time and/or communications (e.g.,