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IPC issues alert against adverse reactions of painkiller Meftal

Express Pharma

If such reaction is encountered, the alert advised, people should report the matter to the national coordination centre of the PvPI under the commission by filing a form on the website – www.ipc.gov.in – or through android mobile app ADR PvPI and PvPI Helpline No.

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Adverse reactions biobank to launch next month

The Pharmacist

Known as the Yellow Card biobank, the biobank will contain genetic data and patient samples and be used by scientists […] The post Adverse reactions biobank to launch next month appeared first on The Pharmacist.

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Investigating Etoposide Adverse Reactions Associated with Polyethersulfone Filter

Pharmacy Times

This study showed the importance of a multidisciplinary team’s expertise to investigate a clinical inquiry beyond the scope of the clinicians’ skillset and their access to necessary technology.

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Closed Loop Medicine shares results of proprietary technology for hypertension

Pharma Times

CLM-HT01 improved blood pressure and minimised adverse reactions in patients

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STAT+: Experts critique flawed system for monitoring drugs’ side effects in wake of asthma drug report

STAT

and globally, for monitoring adverse reactions after a drug is on the market — one that will require extensive changes to address. Experts say that the Singulair incident highlights a flawed system, both in the U.S. “The question is, how safe do you want to be?”

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Opinion: Health care coaches are the next big thing. They’re also completely unregulated

STAT

It turns out that one of the supplements recommended by the health coach has adverse reactions with a medication prescribed by his doctor. He goes to the emergency room, where they immediately ask him about medications and supplements he’s taking. The health coach never asked John about his medications. Read the rest…

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ACMT Toxicology Visual Pearls: Mushroom Mishap

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

What well-known adverse reaction results from ingestion of the pictured mushroom? Acute hepatitis Disulfiram-like reaction with ethanol consumption Pneumonitis from inhalation of spores Seizures from glutamate agonist activity [Image from Canstockphoto] Reveal the Answer 2. What is the mechanism of the adverse reaction? [2-5]