Drug Patent Watch
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
In a recent court ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) denied a petition to rehear arguments regarding the invalidity of patent claims containing the phrase…. The post 244 Drug Patents With Claims Containing “consisting essentially of” may be Unenforceable appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.
Pharma Packaging Solutions
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
If you will be at DCAT in March, we would like to meet with you – sustainable packaging will be on the table. We will be in the Lotte Palace Suite 5009. In addition to the arrival of our pharmaceutical friends to NYC in March, monarch butterflies will begin their annual migration. To celebrate that (and our 25th Business Anniversary), we are handing out seed packets to attract these lovely flutterbies.
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The Pharmacist Life
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
My career in pharmacy has progressed and evolved and going forward, I’ll be sharing how I’ve made that happen. The post Looking Back & Looking Forward appeared first on The Pharmacist Life.
pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide and have a staggering impact on patients’ lives and the provision of healthcare around the world. Tackling conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and stroke is of vital importance if patient outcomes are to be improved and healthcare costs lowered. To achieve this, and in doing so address clinical inertia, a combination of innovative communication strategies and behavioural science can provoke small changes that produce
Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay
Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.
Board Vitals - Pharmacist
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
If you are in healthcare, you have no doubt heard the term “silver tsunami” to refer to the growing population of seniors in the United States. As Baby Boomers age, they are creating an expanding need for healthcare. With a looming shortage of physicians, advanced practitioners are filling provider gaps in a wide range of healthcare environments. What does a nurse practitioner scope of practice encompass, and how does it differ from that of a physician assistant ?
Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Probenecid can be used for patients who have gout. The drug lowers uric acid levels which can help prevent future gout flares. While I readily admit that probenecid is not used very often, it does come with some unique quirks that you should be able to recognize in the odd chance it is used. Here […]. The post Probenecid Clinical Pearls appeared first on Med Ed 101.
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pharmaphorum
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
Overview Patients are more informed than ever about their conditions and what is available for them to improve their quality of life. The healthcare sector is increasingly focused on understanding patient needs and engaging them in the clinical development and medical information process. Therefore, it is paramount to create patient-focused educational content using a range of communication channels and digital tools.
Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 23, 2020
A 76-year-old male has been having some knee pain due to osteoarthritis. He has tried acetaminophen and ibuprofen and didn’t find much help with those. He finds a topical agent called capsaicin. He tries it PRN (as needed) for a couple of days and doesn’t really notice any changes. He stops taking it. This is […]. The post Capsaicin – Why Doesn’t It Work As Needed (PRN)?
Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 19, 2020
A compelling indication is simply another reason (typically a disease state) as to why you choose a medication. Compelling indications in diabetes are increasingly important in medication selection in diabetes. I lay out some of those reasons below. Metformin Compelling Indications Metformin is going to be a first-line medication in type 2 diabetes (with a […].
Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 16, 2020
As a medication expert, being up to date on adverse effects is essential! I recently stumbled into this review article on drug-induced Lupus and I had to share it and some of my thoughts. Symptoms of Drug-Induced Lupus Patients are usually pretty good about reporting significant adverse effects or potential adverse effects. This is especially […].
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Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 12, 2020
Here’s a case scenario where the duloxetine risperidone interaction likely contributed to an emergency department visit. A 78-year-old male with dementia, depression, anxiety, neuropathy, osteoarthritis, and behavioral symptoms associated with dementia was having increased hallucinations and physical aggression. Non-pharmacologic interventions had been tried and continue to be utilized as best as possible.
Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 5, 2020
As a clinical pharmacist, I cannot understate the importance of looking for ways to improve our healthcare system. We can be a key lynchpin in identifying concerns before something bad happens. Let me give you a couple of example situations that I have encountered. Situation #1 In the first situation, I was doing a chart […]. The post Thinking Clinically and Paying Attention – 2 Examples appeared first on Med Ed 101.
Med Ed 101
FEBRUARY 2, 2020
Much like the BCPS exam, the Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist certification exam (BCACP) is changing in 2020. These changes will not go into effect until the Fall of 2020, but I wanted you to be aware of the BCACP 2020 changes as some are beginning to think about their study plan. (BCACP Free Study […]. The post BCACP 2020 Changes – What You Need to Know appeared first on Med Ed 101.
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