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Labelling of Dispensed Medicine

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Labelling Requirements A ll dispensed medicine should be labelled according to the requirement stated by the law. NOTE: It is advisable for labels to be printed. Consequently, a patient-centred label strategy is introduced to promote appropriate medication use and adherence. Suggestions include Use larger font sizes (e.g.

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Clearsynth receives government backing to advance India’s deuterated chemical production

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Collaboration with HWB In the year 2018, the Heavy Water Board recognised the potential of non-nuclear applications and took the first step in collaborating with two Indian Private organisations to encourage the development and manufacturing of deuterated products.

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Drug Storage

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Introduction Once, I received a query from a ward nurse: If a product label mentioned that "Do not store over 25°C", is it fine for us to keep the medication in fridge? What does a cool place on the product label mean? Read the label to know the recommended storage temperature range.

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Lilly launches Mounjaro (tirzepatide), offers new treatment option for obesity and type 2 diabetes

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Once-weekly tirzepatide versus once-daily insulin degludec as add-on to metformin with or without SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with type 2 diabetes (SURPASS-3): a randomised, open-label, parallel-group, phase 3 trial. Milken Institute; 2018. 2021;398(10300):583-598. 2022;327(6):534-545. doi:10.1001/jama.2022.0078 Hypertension.

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Pharmacogenomics

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In 2007, FDA changed the labelling requirement for warfarin, advising that a lower initial dose should be considered in people with certain genetic variations. Tramadol is metabolised by CYP2D6 to its active metabolite: 6-10% of Caucasians and 1-2% of Asians lack CYP2D6 and may not obtain pain relief.

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Rx

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Introduction In August 2018, I started a self-initiated drug database project, called "Rx". Uses and off-label uses (with recommended dosage) Oral medication administration Advice to patients Essential points, including adverse drug reactions and role in therapy. Storage requirements (e.g.,

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Insmed wins FDA approval for future blockbuster Brinsupri

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GlobalData pharma analyst Vinie Varkey says: “Brinsupri represents the first on-label non-antibiotic, anti-inflammatory treatment option that offers a more targeted action and possibly shift away from use of antibiotics in this disease space.” However, until now, there has been no therapy specifically approved for the condition.