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STAT+: More hospital pharmacists are rationing drugs due to increasing shortages

STAT

And the problem has become so bad – especially for chemotherapies — that one-third of hospital pharmacists reported their institutions are rationing, delaying, or canceling treatments or procedures, according to a new survey.

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Are Exact Strength Medications Exact? Why Standard Strength is Better for Veterinary Patients

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This results in requests for precise dosages such as 1.22 However, the more closely we look at what it takes to compound an exact strength, the clearer it becomes standard dosages are more beneficial to both patients and veterinary practices. For this reason, the potency range of 503A compounded drugs is all over the map.

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PROTAC development gains momentum, but clinical performance is poor

Pharmaceutical Technology

This makes early R&D less risky, as many lead compounds are discontinued due to inadequate pharmacokinetic profiles and require excessively high dosages to be pharmaceutically active. Faslodex will be administered in the control arm of the Phase III study, allowing for direct comparison between the two ER degraders.

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How Myo-inositol Can Improve Hashimoto’s Symptoms

The Thyroid Pharmacist

For example, having people take therapeutic dosages of two nutrients, selenium and myo-inositol , in addition to working to balance their blood sugar, can work wonders at reducing their anxiety and OCD symptoms, as well as reducing their thyroid antibodies and thyroid symptoms. Recommended dosage and precautions.

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Hospital Pharmacy FAQ

RX Note

In terms of knowledge, I generally divide the preparations into 2 key parts: Familiar yourself with common oral medications that you probably encounter in a daily basic (including both indications and dosage). You should be at least familiar with insulin and inhalers counselling before entering ward, inpatient or outpatient.

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Solutions for Constipation Relief

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Chemotherapy agents: Chemotherapy agents can lead to constipation in a variety of ways such as slowing the movements of the intestinal tract or creating inflammation that disrupts digestive function. Be sure to work with your doctor or practitioner to determine the right supplements and dosages for you. 2020;12(1):205.

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Prevalence of Dosage Modifications and Impact on Response Milestone Among Patients With CML Treated With Imatinib Using RWD

Pharmacy Times

A group of experts will present an encore abstract titled " Prevalence of Dosage Modifications and Impact on Response Milestone Among Patients With CML Treated With Imatinib Using Real-World Data " at the 2025 Oncology Pharmacists Connect (OPC) meeting in Austin, Texas, from June 19 to 20.

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