Pharmacy Times

JUNE 23, 2025

1 Image credit: Cynthia | stock.adobe.com The discussion featured Vivian Fonseca, MD, of the Tulane University School of Medicine, who presented an overview of tirzepatide based on the FDA-approved label and clinical guidelines. May 16, 2022. 1 “[Tirzepatide] has been a tool that has helped me get my blood glucose under control.

Diabetes

Pharmacy Times

JUNE 12, 2025

November 16, 2022. Primary chemoablation of recurrent low-grade intermediate-risk nonmuscle-invasive bladder cancer with UGN-102: A single-arm, open-label, phase 3 trial (ENVISION). Global research trends in non-muscle invasive bladder cancer: Bibliometric and visualized analysis. Front Oncol. doi:10.3389/fonc.2022.1044830

Pharmacy Technician

Pharmacy Times

AUGUST 6, 2025

The CARTITUDE-1 trial reported a 98% overall response rate and significant progression-free survival, but experts urge caution in labeling cilta-cel as a cure. 1 Image Credit: LASZLO | stock.adobe.com However, despite these promising data, experts are cautious about labeling the therapy a cure. September 2, 2022. Front Immunol.

Pharmacy Technician

The Thyroid Pharmacist

MARCH 7, 2025

to fluoride in my tap water, to hidden mold in my home, to my shampoo and deodorant (have you ever read those labels?!), 16] Even more concerning, of the 133 different VOCs found across all tested products, only one, ethanol, was actually listed on any label! From indoor pollutants like formaldehyde (yes, really!),

Health and Personal Care Stores

European Pharmaceutical Review

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Europe’s pharmaceutical packaging and labelling market is projected to reach $35.78 billion in 2022, the pharmaceutical packaging and labelling market in Europe is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.78 percent in 2022. percent in 2022. Having been valued at $27.04

Packaging

Express Pharma

JUNE 26, 2023

These naturally occurring compounds offer significant benefits such as antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and antiproliferative effects. Several studies have reported beneficial or protective effects of compounds such as resveratrol, quercetin, EGCG, and astaxanthin against various diseases.

Labelling

RX Note

JUNE 5, 2023

Introduction In 2018, the Ministry of Health Malaysia published the Good Compounding Practice as a guidance for compounding practices. Malaysia became the 26th member of PIC/S in January 2022. Glass mortars are used for liquids , such as suspensions and solutions, and for mixing compounds that are oily or can stain.

Compounding

Express Pharma

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The market for myasthenia gravis (MG), an autoimmune and neuromuscular disease characterised by muscle weakness and fatigue, is set to experience a compound annual growth rate (CARG) of 8.3 per cent across the seven major markets (7MM*) from $3 billion in 2022 to $6.7 billion in 2032, forecasts GlobalData.

Labelling

pharmaphorum

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The phase 1b trial should generate results in early 2022 and is something if a departure for the use of psychedelic medicines, which are typically being tested at higher doses in carefully controlled environments and alongside psychological therapy for indications like depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Labelling

European Pharmaceutical Review

JANUARY 23, 2023

Monitoring medicine shortages Since November 2022, MSSG and its working party, the Medicines Shortages Single Point of Contact (SPOC) working party, have been closely monitoring the EU antibiotic shortages. In addition, MSSG supports temporary national measures such as unit dose dispensing and compounding.

Packaging

RX Note

MARCH 23, 2023

Today, stability information can be obtained from manufacturer’s labelling information (such as in the package insert), the USP compounding monographs, or peer-reviewed articles and references , such as articles in American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy, the International Journal of Pharmaceutical Compounding.

Compounding

pharmaphorum

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Closely related to this is the fact that global spending on oncology drugs reached $164 billion in 2020, with drug sales growing at a compound annual growth rate of 14.3% BioLineRx has just completed the enrolment for a phase I/IIa study of AGI-134 looking to treat unresectable metastatic solid tumours, with results expected by mid-2022.

Vaccines

European Pharmaceutical Review

OCTOBER 19, 2023

The development of novel radiotherapeutics ushered in a new era in targeted treatment 1 for cancer, with two separate radiotherapeutic approvals in Europe and the US, in 2018 and 2022. With alpha particles, you must be very careful how the drug is made to ensure that the compound remains stable between manufacturing and use.

Chemotherapy

The Thyroid Pharmacist

JUNE 30, 2023

Dr. Bernard Bihari is credited with making these discoveries about using naltrexone off-label, at lower doses. LDN can be taken in the form of a compounded tablet, capsule, liquid, or transdermal formulation. It’s also best to work with a compounding pharmacy that can help you titrate your dose correctly.

Compounding

pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Pluvicto becomes the first PSMA-targeted intravenous radioligand therapy – combining a targeting compound or ligand with a therapeutic radionuclide or radioactive particle (in this case, lutetium-177) – to demonstrate clinical benefit in mCRPC patients before receiving taxane-based chemotherapy.

Chemotherapy

Pharmaceutical Technology

APRIL 28, 2023

In 2022, US sales of Ozempic contributed to 65% of global sales; this is expected to continue, with the US market forecast to continue capturing the majority of sales, generating $71bn between 2023–2029. This represents a significant 83% increase in sales between 2022–2029, demonstrating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%.

Diabetes

Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 23, 2023

Therefore, with an inadequate or loss of response to these anti-TNFs, clinicians must prescribe adult therapies off-label to treat younger patients. These developments were compounded by Lilly’s announcement that it has discontinued development of mirikizumab for psoriasis in April of last year. Ther Innov Regul Sci.

Labelling

pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Tendayi Achium, labelled the response by the global community as a form of “vaccine apartheid,” a suggestion echoed by the organisation’s director general. The UN Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of racism, E.

Vaccines

The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Sure enough, she read all the labels on her supplements and in her pantry, and gave her kitchen a stevia-free makeover. Stevia is a natural sweetener derived from the plant Stevia rebaudiana , or “honey leaf,” which contains the sweet-tasting compounds known as steviol glycosides. Accessed September 27, 2022. What is Stevia?

Diabetes

Quality Matters

MARCH 1, 2024

Innovating for Individual Care: The Impact of USP on Personalized Medicine In 2022, personalized medicines (PM) made up more than 34% of new therapeutics approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Personalized Medicine at FDA: the Scope & Significance of Progress in 2022. Personalized Medicine Coalition. iii Schork, N.

Labelling

The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Fibrocystic breasts used to be labeled as a disease, but given how common they are, they’re now simply referred to as “fibrocystic breasts.” (7) Interestingly, these foods can also contain estrogen-mimicking compounds, which can contribute to estrogen dominance. Published 2022 Jul 12. Published 2022 Jul 12. 2022.937871.

Compounding

Pharmaceutical Technology

JANUARY 10, 2023

The erosion of Januvia is due to patent expiry in that had been expected in 2022 and physicians’ preference for sodium-glucose linked transporter-2 inhibitor (SGLT-2I) therapies such as Farxiga (dapagliflozin) and Jardiance (empagliflozin) due to their ability to improve glycemic control and address cardiorenal comorbidities.

Biosimilars

European Pharmaceutical Review

JULY 4, 2024

However, as with drugs, dietary supplements require evidence that they are safe and that claims on product labels are truthful and not misleading. The intricate nature of botanical products further compounds the challenge, demanding a paradigm shift in regulatory interpretation and QC standards. 2022 [cited 2024May].

Drug Development

The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Furnishings Furniture and carpeting can be a significant source of VOCs (volatile organic compounds), which are emitted as gasses from a variety of both solid and liquid sources. Accessed April 18, 2022. My readers can use code IZABELLAWENTZ for 15% off all Starter Kits.) Endocrine Research. 2015;40(4):204-210. Lupkin, Sydney.

Health and Personal Care Stores

The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 18, 2023

Benefits and Uses of Curcumin Turmeric’s medicinal benefits can mostly be attributed to compounds called curcuminoids. Combining curcumin with piperine, an alkaloid found in black pepper, extends the life of curcumin in the body, making its compounds more therapeutically effective. Accessed 24 May, 2022. 2019;69:1-8.

Dosage

The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 1, 2022

Check food labels carefully, and be extra careful if you are eating out, as it’s difficult to know all of the ingredients used in restaurants. Accessed June 20, 2022. UpToDate, 2022. Accessed June 22, 2022. Published 2022 May 5. Accessed June 30, 2022. Published 2022 May 5. References. 2018.01.011.

Labelling

The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 19, 2022

Thymoquinone (TQ), one of the active compounds found in black seed oil, acts as a biofilm disruptor, meaning that it can break free from the protective coating that H. Accessed August 8, 2022. Accessed August 8, 2022. Accessed August 8, 2022. Accessed August 11, 2022. pylori bacteria and eradicate it. (39)

Health and Personal Care Stores

Pharma in Brief

JANUARY 25, 2023

Does 2022 already seem like a blur? The Pharma in Brief team is here for you with a summary of some of 2022’s most significant legal and regulatory developments in the Canadian pharmaceutical space. This left the PMPRB11 amendment, the validity of which was upheld by the FCA in December 2022 (see here ).

Biosimilars

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

DECEMBER 3, 2023

The manufacturer’s agreement must cover all its labeler codes that contain an applicable drug or a selected drug. All labeler codes that are covered by Discount Program agreements will be distributed to PDP sponsors and posted on the CMS website. had Part D expenditures on or before August 16, 2022).

Labelling

epicur

JANUARY 4, 2023

Compounding pharmacies, unlike 503Bs, are not required to test the final product. The product is what it says it is on the label, it’s 100% manufactured and we’re giving them a product that they can use for office administration and dispensing so they can start patient care immediately. I’m sure this year will look similar.

Compounding

The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 29, 2022

I’ve seen a number of airborne toxins showing up as frequent triggers/exacerbating factors for my clients’ autoimmune conditions — mold, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and artificial/synthetic fragrances, in particular. For sunscreens and other over-the-counter drugs, fragrances must be identified on the label.

Health and Personal Care Stores

The Thyroid Pharmacist

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Several years ago, after reading research about all of the toxins commonly used in flame retardants (and learning about all of the many products in my home that contain these chemicals… somewhat of a shocking list), I looked at my mattress label, only to learn it contained one of the chief offenders. Labels (Furniture, Fabrics, and Carpet).

Health and Personal Care Stores

The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Dose: While the label of the product recommends taking two capsules per day, I used higher doses, building up to four capsules, three times per day. The probiotic has been so successful in inducing remission, it has been labeled as a “medical food.” 2022 Jul 04;12(7):]. Accessed October 4, 2022. thingsIlearnedthehardway).

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 6, 2023

1] In simple terms, when your body is exposed to a reactive compound, histamine increases and turns on inflammatory processes in order to protect the body from that compound. Check food labels carefully, and be extra careful if you are eating out, as it’s difficult to know all of the ingredients used in restaurants. 43] Fugo J.

Health and Personal Care Stores

The Thyroid Pharmacist

AUGUST 5, 2022

Chemically, protein is composed of amino acids , which are organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, or sulfur. They are pharmaceutical-grade, tested by third-party companies to make sure that they have what the label says they have (and nothing more), and formulated to be free of potentially harmful fillers.

Immunity

The Thyroid Pharmacist

OCTOBER 27, 2023

I started talking to Carter Black, RPh, my compounding pharmacist, about the symptoms I was experiencing, and he suggested that I have my adrenals tested. Garlic Oil Garlic is another natural compound that provides a host of health benefits. Precautions Do not take more than the recommended dose on the label.

Health and Personal Care Stores

The Thyroid Pharmacist

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

The fluorine anion (negatively charged ion), or any of the compounds containing the anion, are termed fluorides. The fluoride in drinking water comes from the addition of a fluorine compound (usually sodium fluoride, sodium fluorosilicate, or fluorosilicic acid), which dissociates to release the F- ion. Published 2022 Nov 2.

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