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The Comprehensive Science and Art of Pharmaceutical Drug Naming

Drug Patent Watch

Pharmaceutical drug names are more than just a label - they're a carefully crafted code that conveys essential information about the medication. From the prefix that indicates the type of active ingredient to the suffix that signals the dosage form, every letter and symbol has a specific meaning.

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Educating Patients about Generic Drugs: Strategies for Success

Drug Patent Watch

As healthcare professionals, it’s our responsibility to educate patients about generic drugs and empower them to make informed decisions about their treatment options. Mobile Apps Develop or recommend mobile apps that provide information about generic drugs, compare prices, and offer medication reminders.

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Implications of RFK Jr.’s CDC Vaccine Committee Overhaul for the Pharmaceutical Industry

PharmaTech

It provides evidence-based recommendations on the use of vaccines for children and adults, informs decisions about insurance coverage, and helps determine eligibility for publicly funded programs such as Vaccines for Children (VFC). ACIP plays a foundational role in shaping immunization policy in the US.

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The Science Behind Generic Drug Bioequivalence

Drug Patent Watch

The Science Behind Generic Drug Bioequivalence: Separating Fact from Fiction As a healthcare professional or someone simply looking to stay informed, you've likely heard the term "bioequivalence" thrown around when it comes to generic drugs. But what does it really mean, and how does it impact the medications we take?

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Labelling of Dispensed Medicine

RX Note

Present complex information in lists rather than paragraphs when possible. Use numbers rather words to convey numeric information, for example 'take 2 tablets.' capitals, bolding and highlighting) to communicate important information. drug dosage) and the indications of medication (e.g. 12 point and above).

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Renal Drug Dosing References

RX Note

Introduction Individualization of a drug dosage regimen for a patient with impaired kidney function is based on the pharmacodynamic/pharmacokinetic characteristics of the drug, the patient's degree of residual renal function, and the patient's overall clinical condition.

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Gerresheimer enhances pharma packaging registration with comprehensive product database

Express Pharma

Gerresheimer’s product portfolio includes brands such as Duma, Dudek, and Triveni for solid dosage forms; PET bottles under the edp brand for liquids; and droppers, sprays, and applicators for ophthalmic treatments. The product database was developed to provide direct online access to all registration-relevant information.