In specialty pharmacy, many patients take steps to manage their prescription benefits before the new year.
USP 800 was a necessary step to maximize safety, but it also recommended many institutions reevaluate their facilities, equipment, processes, and staffing capacity, potentially costing millions of dollars.
As COVID-19 vaccination efforts continue, it is more important than ever for pharmacists to be equipped with the knowledge and resources to bust the myths surrounding vaccinations, particularly in preparation for the upcoming influenza season, which is expected to occur from October 2021 to May 2022.
Collaboration and knowledge sharing amongst rare disease researchers can be difficult, as these researchers are often spread out throughout the world.
A transformational leader can make the difference between an efficient, profitable organization and one that is mired in mediocrity.
Proper timing and vaccine selection are crucial for optimal immune responses.
This short story, illustrated by Roth, portrays pharmacists in a variety of settings and was written with the intent to introduce the career in a fun and understandable way for children and inspire kids to pursue their dreams.
Scientists hypothesize that fecal microbiota transplant restores the recipient’s gut microbiota to an environment that mimics the healthy donor’s microbiota
By understanding the nuances of PBM audit strategies, pharmacies can implement proactive measures to mitigate risks of recoupment, payment suspensions, and, in severe cases, network termination.
Approved indications for idelalisib include relapsed chronic lymphocytic leukemia, small lymphocytic lymphoma, and follicular B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Multiple state and federal laws since the COVID-19 pandemic highlight the growing role of technicians
Patients can sometimes develop Guillain-Barre syndrome after having a recent respiratory illness or digestive tract infection and, in rare cases, after receiving certain vaccines.
Alec Smith Insulin Affordability Act provides citizens with a long-term solution to diabetes expenditures.
This review explores cytopenia after CAR T-cell therapy, including its risk stratification and management with growth factors, thrombopoietin-receptor agonists, and hematopoietic stem cell boosts.
The value of a patient-first approach and telehealth for addressing the complex health coordination needs of those with these pulmonary conditions has never been more critical.
Dosing recommendations for patients requiring ECMO support are unlikely to be supported by high-quality evidence, but are usually extrapolated from the physicochemical characteristics of individual drugs in conjunction with data from pharmacokinetic studies and case reports.
Sarah Rockwell, PharmD, BCOP, and Ke Ning, MD, share their concluding remarks, reflecting on the current landscape and expressing their aspirations for addressing remaining unmet needs.
From countless hours of studying to participating in pharmacy organizations to volunteering in the community, it’s no surprise that student pharmacists often struggle to find balance as a well-rounded student.
The authors determined that 40 patients (74.1%) converted from chronic to episodic migraine.
Myasthenia gravis is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness and fatigue, with 4 main treatment options available.
The framework includes 6 domains designed to immediately empower students in community pharmacies.
Precision dosing technology uses multiple patient-specific factors to individualize medication doses, helping clinicians reduce medication errors that lead to adverse events.
Although pharmacotherapy is considered for the treatment of insomnia, medication should not be the sole treatment for individuals diagnosed with insomnia.
The financial burden has increased significantly since 2015.
Students may be hesitant to discuss migraines, which can lead to absences, difficulties in personal life, financial burdens, and poor mental health.
Pediatric guidelines suggest 10 days of therapy for community-acquired pneumonia, but recent data support shortening therapy duration.
FDA approvals of vaccines usually take 10 to 15 years, but the pandemic necessitates emergency action.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative conversation style that can empower patients to stay the course and achieve better outcomes.
Most pharmacists and technicians are unaware of resources that aid in communication.