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Researchers from Queen’s University Belfast develop 3D printed bandage to treat diabetic foot ulcers

Express Pharma

Queen’s University Belfast has designed a new 3D printed bandage which presents an innovative method of treatment to heal diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs). These scaffolds can release both a bulk and sustained release of antibiotic loaded molecules to treat diabetic ulcers.

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Novo Nordisk blockbuster Ozempic boasts 23% sales surge in 2023

Pharmaceutical Technology

Originally granted approval in its largest market, the US, in 2017, Ozempic has subsequently obtained approval for three distinct dosages, 0.5mg, 1.0mg, and 2.0mg, for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. This represents a significant 83% increase in sales between 2022–2029, demonstrating a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9%.

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How To Get Accurate Lab Tests When Taking Thyroid Medications

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Recommendations for Those on T4-Only Medications T4-only medication (such as Synthroid, Levoxyl, Tirosint, Eltroxin, and generic levothyroxine) has a five- to nine-day half-life, which means that once you have become stable on the current dosage, it can take up to nine days for 50 percent of the dose to clear the body.

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How can the pharma industry navigate issues in the global supply chain to minimise drug shortages?

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Supply chain challenges are compounded by the broader global picture, such as the war in Ukraine, the great resignation, and natural disasters. Many of the medicines most badly affected by these shortages are generic drugs to treat common conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.

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Black Seed Oil and Hashimoto’s

The Thyroid Pharmacist

Uses and Benefits of Black Seed Oil Many of the medicinal properties of black seed oil are attributed to the compounds it contains, including thymoquinone (TQ), thymohydroquinone (THQ) and dihydrothymoquinone (DHTQ). Black seed oil also contains the antifungal compounds thymol and THQ. Again, don’t add it to smoothies!

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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).