Mon.Jul 07, 2025

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Pharmacist’s Guide: Choosing the Most Appropriate Pneumococcal Vaccine for Patients

Drug Topics

Panelists discuss how pharmacists should ensure patients receive at least one conjugated pneumococcal vaccine (PCV-15, PCV-20, or PCV-21) as the foundation of protection, with subsequent vaccine sequencing depending on which initial vaccine was given—where PCV-15 recipients should receive PPSV-23 one year later for additional serotype coverage, patients with prior PCV-13 need PCV-20 or PCV-21 after a one-year interval, and immunocompromised patients or those with cochlear implants/CSF leaks can

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FDA Approves Y-90 Resin Microspheres for Unrespectable Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Pharmacy Times

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Updated Evidence-Based Recommendations for Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccines

Drug Topics

Panelists discuss how ACIP's decision to lower the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine age recommendation from 65 to 50 years was supported by evidence showing that 33-54% of adults aged 50-64 already had risk factors for vaccination, nearly 90% of those hospitalized with pneumococcal disease in this age group had at least one risk condition, mortality rates between the 50-64 and 65+ age groups had become comparable, and age-based recommendations are easier to implement than risk-based approaches, th

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When Less Is More: Addressing Polypharmacy in High-Risk Populations

Pharmacy Times

Andrew E. Esch, MD, MBA, discusses the need for systemic reforms to support pharmacist-led medication optimization in palliative and community-based care.

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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

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Meeting Preview: McKesson ideaShare 2025

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Building a Sustainable Pharmacogenomics Program: A Pharmacist’s Perspective at Ochsner Health

Pharmacy Times

Serena Mitaly, PharmD, outlines how Ochsner Health is building a sustainable pharmacogenomics program by integrating clinical decision support tools into the EMR, educating providers, addressing reimbursement barriers, and expanding the role of PGx pharmacists in personalized medicine.

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FDA Approves Immunoglobulin Formulation With Low IgA Content for Primary Immunodeficiency

Pharmacy Times

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Results Find SGLT2 Inhibitors Associated With Erythrocytosis

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Efepoetin Alfa Noninferior to Mircera When Correcting Anemia, Maintaining Hemoglobin in CKD

Pharmacy Times

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Is Pay-Per-Click Advertising Working in Pharma?

Pharma Marketing Network

In a market saturated with digital noise and tightly regulated messaging, Pay-Per-Click Advertising (PPC) continues to serve as a potent strategy for pharmaceutical marketers. From branded drug campaigns to disease awareness initiatives, PPC is helping pharma companies cut through the clutter. However, with rising costs and complex compliance standards, many in the industry are reevaluating its value.

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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.

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FDA Approves Sebetralstat for Hereditary Angioedema

Drug Topics

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GLP-1 roadblocks: Discontinuation rates soar as insurers clamp down

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FDA approves KalVista’s Ekterly for hereditary angioedema

Pharmaceutical Technology

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From Data to Impact: Unlocking Value for Medicaid Populations Through Innovative Medication Management

PQA

This guest blog is one in a series by sponsors of the 2025 PQA Annual Meeting on improving care and reducing unnecessary costs across Medicaid populations. PQA does not endorse, recommend or favor any product, service or organization that is a sponsor. At the intersection of data science and clinical strategy lies the opportunity to transform care for Medicaid populations.

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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.

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Weight-loss jabs helped us when all else failed | Letters

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Rebecca Nottingham says healthcare for those struggling with obesity is abysmal, while Andy Taylor says Mounjaro has been revoluntionary for him. Plus a letter from Michael E Corby Regarding Dr Helen Salisbury’s article ( As an NHS GP, I can now prescribe weight-loss jabs – but a quick fix for obesity is not what we need, 26 June ), I had a body mass index of almost 50 before starting on Mounjaro privately, even though I ate well and exercised more frequently than many of my peers.

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Xarelto interactions with supplements

The Checkup by Singlecare

Xarelto (rivaroxaban) is a prescription blood thinner that can interact with several supplements, such as St. John’s wort (which may reduce its effectiveness), and Ginkgo biloba or turmeric (which may increase bleeding risk). If you’re taking Xarelto, it’s crucial to be aware of its interactions with other drugs and how they can impact its effectiveness or worsen side effects.

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CDMO insights podcast series: Our Experience is Your Strength | Episode #1 Formulation

Pharmaceutical Technology

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Testosterone enanthate vs. cypionate: Key differences, costs, and side effects

The Checkup by Singlecare

Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) has skyrocketed in prevalence over the past decade, and two of the most common drugs for it are testosterone enanthate and testosterone cypionate. They’re both injectable forms of the hormone prescribed for people with hypogonadism—aka low testosterone levels. Technically classified as androgenic hormones, these prescription drugs can help boost libido, increase energy, improve muscle mass, improve mood, and more.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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DoH and Children’s National Hospital link for cell and gene therapy

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Drug Shortages Update: July 2025

OctariusRx

This week we are once again providing an update on the most recent drug shortages. Drug shortages are just below 90 different medications, with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) noting 88 products as being unavailable. Some of these shortages are short term, or limited availability, while others are completely unavailable with unknown release dates.

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Advancing Pericarditis Care: The Evolving Role of IL-1 Inhibition and Pharmacist-Cardiologist Collaboration

Pharmacy Times

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Which inhalers are used to treat COPD?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, more widely known as COPD, is an extremely common lung disease. Globally, it’s the fourth leading cause of death, causing approximately 3.5 million deaths in 2021 alone. In higher-income countries, like the United States, the World Health Organization estimates that 70% of these cases are attributed to tobacco smoking.

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FDA approves first-of-a-kind oral therapy for rare disease

European Pharmaceutical Review

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first oral on-demand therapy for acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in individuals aged 12 years and older. This rare genetic disease leads to tissue swelling attacks in the body that can be life-threatening. It is caused by a deficiency or dysfunction in the C1 esterase inhibitor (C1INH) protein and subsequent uncontrolled activation of the kallikrein-kinin system, KalVista Pharmaceuticals shared.

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STAT+: Cogent Biosciences drug improves symptoms of chronic immune disorder, study results show

STAT

Cogent Biosciences said Monday that its experimental drug reduced the symptoms of a chronic immune disorder called indolent systemic mastocytosis. The results mean the drug achieved the goals of a Phase 3 study, but a comparison to a rival treatment from Blueprint Medicines remains muddled.  In its study, Cogent’s drug, called bezuclastinib, showed a 24-point improvement in a patient-reported symptoms score, compared to a 15-point improvement for participants given a placebo.

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Fierce Pharma - Untitled Article

Fierce Pharma

The FDA has approved sebetralstat under the brand name Ekterly as a new, oral treatment option for acute attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE) in adults and children ages 12 years and older. The nod came just a few short weeks after the agency missed its June 17 target date originally established for the decision.

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STAT+: Survival rates for cancer patients on immunotherapy depend on insurance coverage, study finds

STAT

As a cancer patient, access to innovative drugs can help extend your life — that is if you have health insurance, a new study finds. In a J AMA Open Network study published Monday , researchers from the American Cancer Society found that the introduction of immune checkpoint inhibitors in advanced-stage cancer patients improved survival for patients across all insurance types.

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Does TRICARE cover Wegovy for weight loss?

The Checkup by Singlecare

Approximately 4 in 10 U.S. adults have obesity. Treatment typically involves lifestyle changes, but there are also drug treatments like Wegovy ( semaglutide ), an injectable GLP-1 medication that is FDA-approved for chronic weight management due to its effectiveness in lowering blood sugar and decreasing appetite. Like most brand-name prescription drugs , Wegovy isn’t cheap.

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Aligning Real-World Evidence with Payer Perspectives

Pharmaceutical Commerce

Expert panelists emphasize the importance of trusted data sources, strong payer partnerships, economic incentives, and AI-driven insights to address skepticism and support broader reimbursement and access strategies as payers balance real-world evidence with head-to-head clinical trials in their decision-making.

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Sustained Benefits of Long-Term VMAT2 Inhibitor Therapy in Tardive Dyskinesia

Pharmacy Times

Panelists discuss how open-label extension studies of VMAT2 inhibitors demonstrate sustained efficacy, tolerability, and patient retention in long-term treatment of tardive dyskinesia—including in older adults—highlighting their potential to improve quality of life despite manageable adverse effects.

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Alembic Pharmaceuticals acquires UTILITY therapeutics

Pharmaceutical Technology

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Sunvozertinib Approved by FDA as Oral Treatment of NSCLC With EGFR Exon 20 Insertion Mutations

Pharmacy Times

Sunvozertinib becomes the first and only targeted approval treatment for patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) harboring epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) exon 20 insertion mutations.

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Fierce Pharma - Untitled Article

Fierce Pharma

China's Dizal Pharmaceuticals has gained its first FDA approval, winning an accelerated nod for Zegfrovy to become the only U.S.-endorsed oral treatment for those with a rare type of non-small cell lung cancer.

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Sebetralstat Becomes First and Only FDA-Approved Oral, On-Demand Treatment for HAE

Pharmacy Times

Sebetralstat becomes the first FDA-approved oral treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE), offering rapid relief for patients experiencing acute attacks.

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