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FDA Approves Widaplik for Treatment of Hypertension

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The FDA approved telmisartan, amlodipine and indapamide (Widaplik) for the treatment of hypertension in adult patients, George Medicines said in a release. The FDA approved telmisartan, amlodipine and indapamide (Widaplik) for the treatment of hypertension in adult patients, George Medicines said in a release.

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Independent Pharmacists’ Unique Role During Disaster Management Efforts

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Not only is it important for pharmacies and their employees to have protocols for natural disasters, but pharmacies should also educate their patients on properly storing and managing their medications during a state of emergency. Taking precautions for storing medications and supplies is key to being prepared,” the FDA wrote.

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Gaps Remain in MOUD Access Across Opioid Treatment Programs

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Buprenorphine programs offered by community pharmacists can help to increase access to treatment for OUD, according to authors of a study in the Journal of the American Pharmacists Association. 1,2 Pharmacists also play a role in educating patients as well as making them feel more comfortable when utilizing buprenorphine. REFERENCES 1.

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Gut Microbiome Composition Could Be Linked With Risk of Cognitive Impairment

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In a session at the Pharmacy Quality Alliance Annual Meeting 2025, presenters stated that approximately 68% of patients have at least 1 unmet SDOH. They recommended approaching SDOH conversations with empathy, an understanding of community resources, and open communication with the health care team. REFERENCES 1.

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Progress in Dermatology Paves the Way for Vaccine Development

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Sign up today for our free Drug Topics newsletter and get the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips, straight to your inbox. 5 Throughout the past 10 years, development of vaccines for preventing skin diseases has made significant progress. References 1. Goh E, Chavatte JM, Lin RTP, et al. Vaccines (Basel).

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Q&A: Pharmacist Highlights Challenges in Vaccine Information Navigation Amid Changing Recommendations

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Drug Topics: What will be the likely impacts of this change that pharmacists will need to communicate with their patients? READ MORE: Immunization Resource Center Ready to impress your pharmacy colleagues with the latest drug information, industry trends, and patient care tips?

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Late-Life Mood Disorders Could Be Associated With Alzheimer Disease, Dementias

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1 READ MORE: Neurology 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. REFERENCES 1. Mood disorders in late life may be early warning signs for dementia. News release.