Drug Topics
MARCH 31, 2023
In the world of medication, packaging can make all the difference. Sead Ferhatovic from Jones Healthcare Group joins Drug Topics to talk about blister packs, automation in prescription packaging, and more.
Pharmaceutical Technology
MARCH 31, 2023
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended HIPRA’s Covid-19 vaccine , Bimervax, as a Covid-19 booster. Available to people ages 16 years and above who have been vaccinated with a Covid-19 mRNA vaccine, EMA’s Human Medicines Committee concluded the vaccine is ready for marketing authorization in the EU, on 30 March. Bimervax is a recombinant protein subunit vaccine, marketed by the Girona, Spain-based Hipra.
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Drug Topics
MARCH 31, 2023
The theme of the upcoming Summit is the Expansion of Services Within Independent Pharmacy.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
Clinicians know the odds tend to be stacked against Black breast cancer patients. They get more dangerous and aggressive subtypes of breast cancer more frequently than white patients. Within breast cancer subtypes, Black patients tend to have worse outcomes compared to white negative patients, too. But what biological factors contribute to these disparities – and how much – is an open question.
Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay
Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.
Pharmaceutical Technology
MARCH 31, 2023
Moderna has finalised an agreement with the government of the Republic of Kenya to establish an mRNA manufacturing facility in the country. The company will construct the new advanced mRNA facility, which is claimed to be Moderna’s first mRNA manufacturing facility in Africa and is expected to have the capacity to produce up to 500 million vaccine doses annually.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
As states across the U.S. introduce anti-trans legislation , transgender and nonbinary people face increasing restrictions in their ability to access gender-affirming care. Now experts say the government’s plans to end the Covid public health emergency on May 11 could further jeopardize the health and safety of trans people across the country.
Pharmacy Technician Pulse brings together the best content for pharmacy technicians from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
European Pharmaceutical Review
MARCH 31, 2023
The Medicines Patent Pool (MPP) has signed sublicence agreements with three generics manufacturers to produce generic versions of cabotegravir long-acting (LA) injectable for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). First sublicence agreement signed by MPP for a long-acting medicine Through the sublicences, the selected generic manufacturers will be able to develop, manufacture, and supply generic versions of cabotegravir LA for PrEP, in 90 countries, subject to requir
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 31, 2023
DaVita, Medtronic raise the curtain on tech company, Mozarc Medical, aiming to bring innovation to kidney care hlandi Fri, 03/31/2023 - 14:32
The Checkup by Singlecare
MARCH 31, 2023
This week the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a non-prescription version of Narcan (naloxone), a nasal spray used to rapidly reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. This marks the first time an over-the-counter version of this life-saving medication will be available. “Naloxone is a critical tool in addressing opioid overdoses, and today’s approval underscores the extensive efforts the agency has undertaken to combat the overdose crisis,” said Patrizia Cavazzoni, MD, directo
Drug Store News
MARCH 31, 2023
Customers with FIS and Soda Health-integrated benefit cards will now be able to make purchases on eligible food and health items at Albertsons’ banner stores including Safeway, Albertsons, Jewel-Osco, Vons, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb and ACME.
Speaker: Dr. Ben Locwin - Biopharmaceutical Executive & Healthcare Futurist
What will the future hold for clinical research? A recent draft from the FDA provides valuable insight. In "Optimizing the Dosage of Human Prescription Drugs and Biological Products for the Treatment of Oncologic Diseases," the FDA notes that "targeted therapies demonstrate different dose-response relationships compared to cytotoxic chemotherapy, such that doses below the Maximum Tolerated Dose (MTD) may have similar efficacy to the MTD but with fewer toxicities.
The Checkup by Singlecare
MARCH 31, 2023
Adderall is a prescription medication that contains amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. It works as a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant that increases the levels of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. Adderall is FDA approved as an ADHD medication that can help improve symptoms such as inattention and impulsivity. Due to its effects on promoting wakefulness and alertness, Adderall can also be used to treat narcolepsy.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration backed off some of its plans to rein in billions of dollars from wasteful spending in Medicare Advantage next year, after intense lobbying from health insurance companies. The administration will now phase in its changes to Medicare Advantage’s so-called risk adjustment program over three years, rather than all at once, softening the immediate blow to the companies’ payments and stretching out the timeline for reining in the spending.
European Pharmaceutical Review
MARCH 31, 2023
“The access to increased capital… could allow for the potential for biopharmaceutical companies to improve investment in the development of therapies.” Following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), HSBC’s acquisition of Silicon Valley Bank (SVP) UK may offer new opportunities for biopharmaceutical companies, according to data and analytics firm, GlobalData.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
Academia can be an excellent source of novel drug targets and new technologies that can enhance medicinal discovery. Indeed, academic inventors or founders contributed to more than one-quarter of all medicines approved from 2001 through 2019. Yet many sponsored research collaborations that hope to tap into academia fail. Academic-industry partnerships present a unique set of challenges that require thoughtful setup and dedicated execution from both the company and academic institution.
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Drug Store News
MARCH 31, 2023
The award was established in 2022 to recognize individuals who have created a long-lasting impact supporting public health via self-care for at least 20 years.
PharmExec
MARCH 31, 2023
Rohit Gupta, vice president of analytics strategy and transformation at Beghou Consulting, addresses the controversial middlemen of the drug pricing world, the pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Can increased competition and other innovative solutions loosen their grip and prevent further consolidation?
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 31, 2023
Despite court ruling, insurers say they will continue to offer ACA-mandated free preventive services fdiamond Fri, 03/31/2023 - 13:33
Drug Store News
MARCH 31, 2023
Kellogg’s Little Debbie Swiss Rolls cereal contains crispy and chocolatey swirls with a chocolatey crème flavored coating, the companies said.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
Global Pharma Healthcare, whose eye drops have been linked to dozens of serious reactions, failed to follow numerous procedures to ensure its products did not become contaminated, according to a Food and Drug Administration inspection report obtained by STAT. During a recent visit to the facility in Tamil Nadu, India, agency inspectors found the company failed to take basic steps during sterilization, relied on deficient manufacturing processes and methods to ensure and verify sterility, and did
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 31, 2023
CVS expects to close Oak Street Health deal by July as acquisition clears regulatory obstacle hlandi Fri, 03/31/2023 - 12:05
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
Amid ongoing debate over the cost of prescription medicines, a new analysis finds that brand-name drug makers increased their wholesale prices by 5% in the fourth quarter last year, up from 4.3% a year earlier and 4.9% in the previous quarter. But when accounting for inflation, wholesale prices fell by 3%, although further changes this year are likely to more closely mirror inflation.
Drug Store News
MARCH 31, 2023
Flavors the retailer will carry include strawberry milkshake, watermelon mint and the Target-exclusive fruity cereal.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
Amid treaty talks to create equitable access to medical products during pandemics, the European Union has proposed pricing language that may put the pharmaceutical industry and advocacy groups on a collision course. In a proposal submitted earlier this week, the European Union suggested middle-income countries could pay so-called tiered pricing for drugs, vaccines, and other medical products needed during a pandemic.
Drug Store News
MARCH 31, 2023
Seagen is a global biotechnology company that discovers, develops and commercializes transformative cancer medicines.
STAT
MARCH 31, 2023
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Drug Store News
MARCH 31, 2023
Michael Abrams, M.A., managing partner at Numerof & Associates, spoke to DSN about improving health care delivery.
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 31, 2023
CMS to raise Medicare Advantage pay rates by 3.
Fierce Pharma
MARCH 31, 2023
Biogen comes out ahead in investor lawsuit over Aduhelm disclosures zbecker Fri, 03/31/2023 - 11:06
Drug Topics
MARCH 31, 2023
Your weekly roundup of the latest news from Drug Topics®.
Fierce Pharma
MARCH 31, 2023
Seeking full approval in Alzheimer's, Eisai dives into prominent Leqembi side effect fkansteiner Fri, 03/31/2023 - 11:30
Drug Topics
MARCH 31, 2023
Precision oncology is a growing, changing field.
Fierce Pharma
MARCH 31, 2023
After Amarin's clash with Sarissa, CEO Mikhail hits the exit esagonowsky Fri, 03/31/2023 - 10:52
Pharmafile
MARCH 31, 2023
Abbott has announced that the FDA has approved its Epic Max stented tissue valve to treat patients with aortic regurgitation or stenosis. The device is the newest in Abbott’s Epic surgical valve platform which the company has been developing for decades with positive results. Aortic regurgitation refers to when the aortic valve cannot close properly, while aortic stenosis refers to when it fails to open fully, both meaning the heart cannot pump blood effectively and blood flow to the body is red
Fierce Healthcare
MARCH 31, 2023
Trustees predict Medicare hospital fund to run out in 2031, three years later than 2022 report rking Fri, 03/31/2023 - 13:22
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