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How authentication of drugs has become a fundamental pillar of patient safety

Express Pharma

This widespread issue has led to treatment failures, adverse reactions, and even loss of life among patients. As part of these efforts, the government has implemented regulations mandating API (active pharmaceutical ingredient) manufacturers and pharma brands to incorporate barcoding on product packaging.

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Pharmacovigilance deep dive: risk minimisation measures

European Pharmaceutical Review

This can be achieved by reducing the burden of adverse reactions or by optimising benefits through patient selection (eg, contraindications, recommendations of use, warnings, concomitant medicine[s], or certain test parameters) and treatment management (eg, specific dosing regimen, relevant testing, patient follow-up).

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Over-the-Counter Choices Pharmacist Role and Resources

FADIC

OTC drugs come in various forms, including tablets, capsules, creams, and liquids, and are generally labeled with clear instructions on proper usage and dosage. The FDA’s website provides a wealth of information on OTC drugs, including product labels, warnings, and recalls.

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Difference between Prescription vs Non-prescription drugs

FADIC

These include guidelines for the following: Acceptable ingredients Dosages Formulations Labeling requirements As long as a drug follows an OTC monograph, it can be marketed and sold without any further review or approval from the FDA. Labeling Labeling requirements also differ for prescription and OTC drugs.

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Nextstellis®: A new drug update 

Birth Control Pharmacist

Adverse Reactions. The most common adverse reactions (>2%) were bleeding irregularities, dysmenorrhea, headaches, mood disturbance, increase weight, acne, decrease libido and breast symptoms. Nextstellis (Drospirenone and Estetrol) [package insert]. Managing Adverse Effects of Hormonal Contraceptives.”

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9 Sneaky Thyroid Toxins Hiding in Your Home

The Thyroid Pharmacist

to fluoride in my tap water, to hidden mold in my home, to my shampoo and deodorant (have you ever read those labels?!), 10] Its not only found in obvious sources like plastic containers and packaging, but also in the lining of canned foods and drinks, receipts, toys, electronics, and household items.

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What to Keep in Your Integrative Medicine Cabinet

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Follow package instructions. Discontinue use should adverse reactions occur. Follow package directions for each supplement. Discontinue use should adverse reactions occur. Precautions Do not take more than the recommended dose on the label. The herb itself can be poisonous if ingested.