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Collaborative, Pharmacist-Led Approach Crucial in Polypharmacy

Drug Topics

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FDA Approves Zoster Vaccine Recombinant Prefilled Syringe Presentation for Shingles Prevention

Pharmacy Times

The FDA approves a prefilled syringe for the zoster vaccine recombinant, enhancing shingles vaccination convenience and effectiveness for adults 50 and older.

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Breaking down silos – how digital tools can transform pharma manufacturing

European Pharmaceutical Review

New research reveals that while 52 percent of pharmaceutical companies remain in early stages of digitalisation, leading manufacturers are finding innovative ways to overcome data fragmentation and drive operational efficiency. The pharmaceutical manufacturing sector stands at a digital crossroads. Despite significant investment in modern technologies, more than half of companies are still struggling with the fundamentals of digitalisation, according to recent research conducted by Hexagon in pa

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England to have single national formulary within two years

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

A single national formulary (SNF) for prescribing in England will be in place within the next two years under proposals, the Government has announced. Outlined in the new NHS 10-year plan and backed by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), the SNF will reduce duplication and the ‘postcode lottery’ that has arisen out of locally derived formularies, the Government said.

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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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Pneumococcal Vaccine Patient Education: What Pharmacists Should Know and Share

Drug Topics

Panelists discuss how pharmacists should educate patients about pneumococcal vaccines by providing current vaccine information statements (VIS) updated May 29, 2025, explaining common adverse effects like injection site reactions and mild systemic symptoms as normal immune responses, conducting thorough pre-vaccination screening for moderate-to-severe illness, allergies to vaccine components (noting that conjugated vaccines contain yeast), and history of fainting or anxiety, while emphasizing th

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How Pharmacists Can Strengthen Completion of Vaccine Series

Pharmacy Times

An expert discusses how pharmacists can ensure completion of multidose pneumococcal vaccine series through electronic reminder systems, state immunization registries, scheduled follow-up appointments, and providing patients with printed vaccine cards for tracking purposes.

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Once-daily cystic fibrosis treatment recommended by NICE

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

People in England will be among the first in Europe to access a new once-daily treatment for cystic fibrosis, following a recommendation in final draft guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). The triple combination medicine vanzacaftor/tezacaftor/deutivacaftor (brand name Alyftrek), which is manufactured by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, was licensed for use in the UK in March 2025 and will now become available immediately through the NHS in England.

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Q&A: Pharmacists Play Essential Role in Insulin Therapy Success

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Oseltamivir Significantly Reduces Mortality in Hospitalized Patients With Influenza

Pharmacy Times

New research highlights the benefits of early oseltamivir treatment for hospitalized patients with influenza, reducing mortality and readmission rates while optimizing care.

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FDA’s CRLs reveal 74% of applications rejected for quality, manufacturing issues

Pharma Manufacturing

Out of 202 Complete Response Letters issued between 2020 and 2024, 150 involved quality/manufacturing issues, according to the regulator’s newly released documents.

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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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Aseptic services supervision divides opinion but Government plan gets go-ahead

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

The Government has laid out plans to ‘modernise’ pharmacy supervision rules, after the proposed changes to aseptic services divided opinion. Proposed amendments to the Medicines Act 1968 and The Human Medicines Regulations 2012 are intended to free up pharmacist time by allowing registered pharmacy technicians to take on more responsibility in different pharmacy settings.

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Q&A: Pharmacists Drive Better Insulin Outcomes Through Teamwork, Technology

Drug Topics

Jennifer Clements, PharmD, FCCP, FADCES, BCPS, CDCES, BCACP, BC-ADM, discusses how pharmacists can collaborate with providers to optimize insulin therapy.

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The Pharmacist’s Role in Navigating Toxicity With TKIs

Pharmacy Times

An expert discusses how pharmacists play a crucial role in managing tyrosine kinase inhibitor toxicities through proactive monitoring strategies, patient education about adverse effects such as myelosuppression and fluid retention, and early intervention protocols to maintain treatment adherence and quality of life.

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Why Medical Education Must Catch Up

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the first part of his Pharma Commerce video interview, Sean O’Hearen, founder and principal consultant at 1st Line Partners, lays out the systemic gaps in medical and pharmacy education that need to be addressed, along with how academic and clinical institutions can accelerate awareness training in identifying substandard and falsified medicines.

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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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Pharma Marketing AI: Doing More With More

Pharma Marketing Network

In an era where attention is fleeting and data is overflowing, how can pharmaceutical marketers break through the noise? The answer isn’t just doing more with less. Today, Pharma Marketing AI empowers teams to do more—with more data, more channels, and more personalization. The transformation is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity for reaching both healthcare providers (HCPs) and patients more meaningfully.

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Risk vs. Benefit of Pneumococcal Vaccines: Shared Clinical Decision-Making for Patients and Pharmacists

Drug Topics

Panelists discuss how patients who previously completed pneumococcal vaccination with both PCV-13 and PPSV-23 may benefit from additional conjugate vaccine coverage with PCV-20 or PCV-21, with specific timing recommendations based on age and risk factors—including waiting at least 5 years after the last dose for high-risk patients under 50, following age-based recommendations for those turning 50, and using shared clinical decision-making for patients 65 and older who received PPSV-23 at or afte

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APhA Foundation Drives Innovative Clinical Models at McKesson ideaShare 2025

Pharmacy Times

Innovative pharmacist-led care models—from tech-enabled Afib screenings and HPV immunizations to Medicare-supported diabetes prevention—demonstrate how pharmacies are redefining their role in team-based clinical care.

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Essential Nutrients for Longevity

Oswald's

As we age, maintaining our health and vitality becomes increasingly important. Dietary supplements can play a supportive role in this journey. As a pharmacist, I make supplement recommendations every day. These suggestions tend to be similar for many individuals. The nutrients essential for bone, nerve, and gut health can often be obtained through a healthy and diverse diet.

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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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Counteracting Drug Effects: 5 Case Examples I’ve Seen In Practice

Med Ed 101

Counteracting drug effects are all too common in geriatric and polypharmacy patients. I wanted to share common examples that I’ve seen in my practice as a clinical pharmacist. These are all good examples of counteracting drug effects that could show up on board exams as well! Do you have any others that you see in […] The post Counteracting Drug Effects: 5 Case Examples I’ve Seen In Practice appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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Once Monthly Oral PrEP Medication Will Advance to Phase 3 Study

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Insights From ASCO 2025 Guide Pharmacy Practice in Solid Tumors and Hematologic Cancers

Pharmacy Times

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Azithromycin side effects in kids: What parents should know

The Checkup by Singlecare

Azithromycin is an antibiotic used to treat certain types of bacterial infections in both adults and children. It’s available as a generic drug or under the brand name Zithromax. In children, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved azithromycin to treat ear infections, throat and sinus infections, tonsillitis, and community-acquired pneumonia (a type of pneumonia caught outside of a hospital setting).

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STAT+: ViiV expands licensing deal for its HIV drug in low-income countries

STAT

Once again, ViiV Healthcare has announced steps to widen access to a sought-after HIV medicine in low- and middle-income countries, reflecting ongoing pressure to respond to criticism. Under the latest arrangement , the company is expanding a licensing agreement reached three years ago with the Medicines Patent Pool, which is backed by the United Nations and negotiates licensing rights for manufacturing to generic companies.

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Q&A: Pharmacy Teams Leverage Technology and Collaboration to Optimize Inventory | McKesson ideaShare

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Independent Pharmacy Innovation Spotlighted at McKesson ideaShare 2025

Pharmacy Times

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Vyvanse vs. Adderall dosage, equivalency, and guidelines

The Checkup by Singlecare

Many people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) rely on a stimulant drug to stay focused and be able to function throughout the day. Vyvanse and Adderall are popular prescription drugs used to treat ADHD, and, in some cases, can help treat other conditions like binge eating disorder and narcolepsy. You might switch from one to another if there’s a drug shortage, you’re dealing with side effects, or what you’re using just isn’t working for you.

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Cracking Down on Illegal Online Pharmacies

Pharmaceutical Commerce

In the third part of his Pharma Commerce video interview, Sean O’Hearen, founder and principal consultant at 1st Line Partners, recommends regulatory or verification mechanisms that can help safely legitimize online medicine procurement.

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Inflation Reduction Act’s Impact on Drug Costs, Patient Abandonment

Drug Topics

IQVIA’s Lead Director of Research Michael Kleinrock discusses how federal policy has been impacting prescription drug costs in the US and where those trends are expected to go.

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Pharmacists Address Thimerosal's Role, Safety, and ACIP's Updated Flu Vaccine Recommendation

Pharmacy Times

Adam James, PharmD, and Chris Altman, PharmD, discuss renewed public scrutiny of thimerosal, its limited use in vaccines today, and how new guidance may affect pharmacists and patient confidence moving forward.

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Challenges in Pharmaceutical Branding in 2025 and Beyond

Pharma Marketing Network

In a world where TikTok influencers can spark health trends and AI is writing ad copy, pharmaceutical branding is no longer a slow-moving game of doctor visits and journal ads. Instead, it’s a high-stakes race for trust, relevance, and differentiation in an increasingly crowded and regulated landscape. So, how can pharma marketers build brands that resonate with digitally savvy consumers, skeptical physicians, and global regulators?

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MHRA approves first oral treatment for hereditary angioedema attacks

Pharma Times

Subscribe Advertise About us Follow Follow Follow Follow GO Magazine PharmaTimes Magazine Archive Web Exclusives News Competitions Appointments Business Insights Webinars Thought Leadership MHRA approves first oral treatment for hereditary angioedema attacks by John Pinching | 15th Jul 2025 | News Sebetralstat offers injection-free relief for patients aged 12 and over The MHRA has approved sebetralstat (Ekterly) as the first oral, on-demand treatment for hereditary angioedema (HAE) attacks in pa

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Q&A: Pharmacist's Voices Help Propel Industry Changes | McKesson ideaShare

Drug Topics

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Flu Vaccines Are a Go

Pharmacy Times

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