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Eli Lilly Adds Highest Doses of Zepbound to Online Pharmacy Platform

Drug Topics

2 Following Eli Lilly, in March 2025, Novo Nordisk launched NovoCare pharmacy as a direct-to-patient delivery option that allows patients to pay cash for semaglutide (Wegovy) in all available and approved dosages at $499 per month. mg and 15 mg vials of tirzepatide starting July 7, with shipments beginning in early August.

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Correct Patient Misconceptions Around Biosimilars

Pharmacy Times

Generics are exact chemical copies of small-molecule drugs, with identical active ingredients, strengths, dosage forms, and routes of administration. Pharmacists stand at the forefront of patient care, making them indispensable in dispelling misinformation that can sometimes surround biosimilars.

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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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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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Daily CBD Use at Consumer-Level Doses May Elevate Liver Enzymes, FDA-Led Trial Shows

Pharmacy Times

Animal studies reveal dose-dependent hepatic responses to CBD, supporting the need for cautious monitoring even at consumer-relevant dosages. Pharmacists should guide safe CBD use, recommend reputable brands, and collaborate with prescribers for patients with liver disease or polypharmacy.

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How Pharmacists Can Use Artificial Intelligence To Advance Their Practice: Insights From ChatGPT

IDStewardship

Patient Education and Adherence : AI chatbots or virtual assistants can be developed to provide patients with on-demand information about their medications, dosages, potential side effects, and adherence strategies. This empowers patients to make informed decisions and fosters better medication adherence.

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3D printing and personalised medicines: embracing innovative technologies

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

Supporting the successful compounding of drugs with 3D printing processes has the potential to not only fulfil unmet patient needs but also drive efficiencies in hospital pharmacies. These products require a high degree of adaptability, particularly in terms of dosage, to meet patients’ needs.

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