FDA approves odevixibat for ALGS Patients 12 Months And Up
Drug Topics
JUNE 19, 2023
Odevixibat can now be used to treat cholestatic pruritus in young patients with Alagille syndrome (ALGS).
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Building Support, Celebrating Contributions Are Key to LGBTQ+ Pharmacists
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Liam Volk, MPharm, president-elect of the Pharmacists’ Defence Association LGBT+ Network, discussed how pharmacists can best support their LGBTQ+ colleagues and patients.
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Early Factor VIII Prophylaxis Is Most Effective Long-Term Joint Treatment
Drug Topics
JUNE 19, 2023
Delayed prophylaxis start and intermediate dose intensity of factor VIII prevents bleeds, but at a cost of more joint damage and possibly a lower QOL.
Higher Rates of Insomnia Linked to Older Age, Being a Woman
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Current social determinants of health found to have a significant impact on sleep health.
From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience
Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.
The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven
The Effectiveness of Biologics in Preventing Penetrating Complications in Patients With CD
Drug Topics
JUNE 19, 2023
A study presented at Digestive Disease Week 2023 compared the effectiveness of different approaches to prevent complications in individuals with the common disease.
Pediatric Cancer Survivor Shares How ‘Perspective Is Everything’
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Pharmacists can help patients live a life of meaning and gratitude after cancer recovery.
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Ending Financial Toxicity of Heart Disease
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
How pharmacy teams can remove cost barriers to cardiac care.
Listen: ‘Food apartheid’ starves minority neighborhoods on Long Island
STAT
JUNE 19, 2023
James Boone wakes up at 6 a.m. nearly every Sunday, driving his van to Trader Joe’s and other grocery stores on Long Island in order to rescue food destined for the dumpster. After gathering mountains of produce, Boone heads to a parking lot in his hometown of Hempstead, where a small army of volunteers joins him in unloading the bounty and packing the food into hundreds of cardboard boxes.
Luspatercept-aamt Shows Efficacy Treating Anemia Due to Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Trial results demonstrated that 58.5% of individuals receiving luspatercept-aamt (Reblozyl; Bristol Myers Squibb) achieved the primary endpoint of red blood cell transfusion independence of at least 12 weeks.
Opinion: Cancer drug shortages should have patients rioting in the streets
STAT
JUNE 19, 2023
Cancer patients, like those I treat in San Diego and thousands more across the country, are facing an alarming shortage of critical chemotherapy drugs, forcing oncologists to ration cancer treatment doses for patients with curable diseases. That’s right: If you have cancer right now in the United States, the treatment you need might not be obtainable.
Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion
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.
FDA extends review of GSK’s myelofibrosis drug
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 19, 2023
UK-based pharmaceutical giant GSK has announced that the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended the review period of its new drug application (NDA) for the rare bone cancer drug momelotinib by three months. The FDA will make an approval decision by the new Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) target action date of 16 September 2023. The reason for this review extension was undisclosed in the announcement.
‘Falling through the cracks’: Why ADHD is under-diagnosed among Asian Americans
STAT
JUNE 19, 2023
Behind a veneer of accomplishment, underneath good grades and musical talents, Emily Chen was in disarray. She never knew what she was missing, perpetually cycling through potential mistakes in her mind in a desperate attempt not to slip up. “I was using anxiety to motivate and power myself. I’d use it as a way to remember things,” said Chen, who lives in Newton, Mass.
Could novel robotic oral pill replace traditional injections?
European Pharmaceutical Review
JUNE 19, 2023
A novel oral ‘robotic pill’ demonstrated a high success rate of drug delivery , according to clinical trial data presented at the Endocrine Society ’s annual meeting (ENDO 2023). “We believe this study provides the first clinical evidence of safe and successful delivery of the osteoporosis drug teriparatide through an oral robotic pill,” stated Arvinder Dhalla, Vice President of Clinical Development at Rani Therapeutics, which was the company that developed the technology.
Opinion: How to separate sound wellness solutions from seductive snake oil
STAT
JUNE 19, 2023
When pandemic lockdowns prevented access to traditional health care facilities, the demand for alternative and complementary health products skyrocketed. Do-it-yourself remedies went viral and biohacking , which is quantifying your biology in order to monitor and optimize your health, became more mainstream. Challenged public health communication fueled skepticism in science and medicine, compelling consumers to seek influencer-led health solutions to boost immunity, defy disease, and perhaps co
What the FDA's New Dosage Guidance Means for the Future of Clinical Research
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.
Is topical roflumilast set to become a dermatological panacea?
Hospital Pharmacy Europe
JUNE 19, 2023
Topical roflumilast is being increasingly trialled for a number of skin conditions but how effective is it, and will it take centre stage in the field of dermatology? Rod Tucker investigates. Oral roflumilast is licensed for maintenance treatment in severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Its mode of action relates to the suppression of inflammation, but this benefit extends far beyond respiratory diseases.
Laurus Labs and IIT Kanpur partner for new gene therapy products
Pharmaceutical Technology
JUNE 19, 2023
Indian pharmaceutical company Laurus Labs has signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) with the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) to bring new gene therapy products to the market. The pharma company will in-license a small number of gene therapy products and offer research grants to advance them through pre-clinical development. Laurus Labs will be responsible for launching these products in India and emerging markets.
Festival issues wake-up call for sustainable health
pharmaphorum
JUNE 19, 2023
Festival issues wake-up call for sustainable health Phil.
How effective is nanopore sequencing for fungal identification?
European Pharmaceutical Review
JUNE 19, 2023
A paper published in Scientific Reports has highlighted an effective method for rapid pathogenic fungal identification. While the study of microbiota has been revolutionised by DNA metabarcoding, molecular phylogenetic analysis of fungi is still a challenge, according to the authors. The lack of standardised tools and the incompleteness of reference databases limits the accurate and precise identification of fungal taxa.
5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software
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AZ may spin off its Chinese business, says report
pharmaphorum
JUNE 19, 2023
AZ may spin off its Chinese business, says report Phil.
CStone Pharma shares jump after academic recognition of its lung-cancer treatment
Outsourcing Pharma
JUNE 19, 2023
CStone Pharmaceuticals' shares have risen after academic journal Nature Cancer published the clinical study results of its lung-cancer treatment sugemalimab.
BMS joins Merck in challenge to Medicare price negotiation
pharmaphorum
JUNE 19, 2023
BMS joins Merck in challenge to Medicare price negotiation Phil.
First Aid Kits Should Stock All the Essentials
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Family members should also be trained in how to administer seizure first aid, apply a tourniquet to control bleeding, operate an automated external defibrillator, and perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
BioSenic slumps as it sidelines bone repair therapy
pharmaphorum
JUNE 19, 2023
BioSenic slumps as it sidelines bone repair therapy Phil.
Were We Wrong About Sunscreens and Vitamin D Formation?
The People's Pharmacy
JUNE 19, 2023
For years we have warned readers that liberal use of sunscreen could prevent the body from making adequate amounts of vitamin D. We didn’t make that up. Dr. Michael Holick is an expert on vitamin D. During a radio interview many years ago, he expressed concern that the widespread use of high SPF sunscreens could interfere with vitamin D formation. Dr.
Can forecasting help identify market opportunities for pharmaceutical companies?
pharmaphorum
JUNE 19, 2023
Can forecasting help identify market opportunities for pharmaceutical companies? Mike.
NATALEE Trial Results Add Ribociclib to CDK4/6 Inhibitor Options in Early-Stage Breast Cancer
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
The benefit of ribociclib was seen as consistent against all of the stratification factors in the phase III study.
Will Vitamin B1 Scare Mosquitoes Away?
The People's Pharmacy
JUNE 19, 2023
Mosquitoes can put a real damper on enjoying the outdoors. When we were on our honeymoon, many years ago, we were camping in Grand Teton National Park. Even before we opened the car doors to set up our tent and camp stove, there were enormous mosquitoes hovering in large numbers to get a bite of our blood. Quite intimidating! Why Are Some People Especially Enticing to Mosquitoes?
X-7/7 Trial Data May Change Prescribing Practices in Metastatic Breast Cancer
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
The single institution study compared fixed dose capecitabine to standard dose capecitabine to compare efficacy and tolerability in metastatic breast cancer.
Will Honey and Chocolate Ease Your Cough?
The People's Pharmacy
JUNE 19, 2023
A persistent cough can be hard to manage. Lots of people would like to find a remedy, and some individuals have found sweet ways to calm a nasty cough. Would you believe honey and chocolate could ease your discomfort? One reader reports on buckwheat honey. Others have found either manuka honey or chocolate calms a troublesome cough. Tea with Buckwheat Honey Quieted a Cough: Q.
Generic Products- June 2023
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Products treat ulcerative colitis, urinary tract infection, and psoriatic arthritis.
AstraZeneca considers spinning off its China business
The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry
JUNE 19, 2023
UK’s largest stock-market-listed firm weighs up Hong Kong or Shanghai listing to shield it from geopolitical tensions Business live – latest updates AstraZeneca is considering spinning off its business in China and listing it in Hong Kong or Shanghai to shield the multinational drugmaker from geopolitical tensions. Britain’s largest stock-market-listed company has drawn up the plans in attempt to protect its business from the fallout from increasing tensions between China and the US and its alli
Travel-for-Treatment Provides Access to Cost-Effective Prescription Drugs
Pharmacy Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Best practices to safely, legally source prescription medications in Mexico.
Greener NHS and NHS Innovation Accelerator collaborate
Pharma Times
JUNE 19, 2023
Partnership will help NHS to prepare for fundamental change, including reducing carbon emissions - News - PharmaTimes
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