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From ward manipulations to 3D printing: shaping the future of personalised medication

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

However, in many clinical settings, including hospital wards, a prescribed tablet strength may not be available, or a patient might have difficulty swallowing solid oral dosage forms. Manipulations and age-appropriateness of oral medications in pediatric oncology patients in Sweden: Need for personalized dosage forms. 7 Zahn J et al.

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ICH Q6B for Analytics

PharmTech

While the document itself is a quarter of a century old at this point, it is laid out in such a way that relevancy is maintained. This guideline forms the key document referenced by regulatory authority documents that detail structural characterization requirements of biopharmaceuticals.

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Pharmaceutical Compounding Calculations, Part Two–Bulk Drugs

PharmTech

Thakar Varanya Chaiyaperm View All News Article Bulk drug calculations for different types of active moieties and drugs require different calculations and labeling. It builds on drug calculations topics previously described (1), including guidance documents (2–5). The medication order identifies the active moiety.

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How to help patients get ready for summer

The Checkup by Singlecare

Pharmacy teams can play a key role in helping patients prepare for the realities of travel—things like medication storage, adjusting dosage schedules for time zone changes, and getting familiar with health regulations abroad. Keep medications and related supplies organized and clearly labeled.

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How AI Brings Pharmacogenetics to the Frontline of Precision Medicine

Pharmacy Times

By incorporating a patient's genetic profile into therapeutic decision-making, pharmacists can identify optimal drug choices and dosages while minimizing the risk of adverse events (AEs). Developed in partnership with InterSystems, the platform uses proprietary algorithms to personalize drug selection and dosage.

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Our 2025 Medication Calculations Quiz

OctariusRx

Since medications are usually dosed milligrams per kilogram, learn to consistently convert and document the patients weight in kilograms. Read the medication label carefully: This is a critically important step and one that often leads to errors and potential patient harm. Apply this consistency to notation of the patients weight.

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Does Aetna cover Vyvanse?

The Checkup by Singlecare

A portion of Aetna’s plans label Vyvanse as a “non-preferred” drug, meaning it’s typically not covered or minimally covered, preferring generic lisdexamfetamine dimesylate instead. In these cases, they may require the healthcare provider to submit additional documentation of treatments, symptoms, or side effects from other drugs tried.