The Digital Apothecary
JUNE 5, 2020
I have been relatively quiet for the past few months here, and I'd like to write about my recent experiences of navigating a pandemic with a newborn. To be frank, it's been a hectic ride. Third Trimester is Fun. Unless You're Panicking My wife entered the third trimester in February, by which time the news regarding how bad COVID-19 was going to be was a bit difficult.
Pharma Marketing Network
JUNE 4, 2020
Marketing is challenging in these days of COVID-19 because each person and business is experiencing the virus in different ways. All are impacted and all are (trying) to adapt. Some are suffering, some are growing. Regardless of if you’re suffering or growing right now, you’re likely anxious and fearful about what will come next, and likely feeling more isolated than ever before, even if you’re more engaged than others.
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Drug Channels
JUNE 3, 2020
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recently released its employment data for 2019. That means it’s time to update our annual Drug Channels analysis of pharmacist salaries and employment. Average base salaries were about $125,000, though there was substantial variation across practice settings. Total pharmacist employment grew in 2019. Consistent with our previous analyses, the share of pharmacists who work at hospitals reached a new high.
Pharmacy Joe
JUNE 3, 2020
In this episode, I’ll discuss high-dose insulin euglycemic therapy in the treatment of a patient with massive caffeine overdose. Episode 510: High-Dose Insulin Euglycemic Therapy in the Treatment of a Massive Caffeine Overdose Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher Many cardiotoxic medication overdoses appear to respond to high dose insulin euglycemia therapy, including beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, and tricyclic antidepressants.
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.
Pharma in Brief
JUNE 4, 2020
This week has seen a number of developments relating to the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board ( PMPRB ), including a six-month delay to the implementation of amendments to the Patented Medicines Regulations and renewed consultation by the Board on revised Draft Guidelines to implement those amendments. Meanwhile, the Federal Court is now considering a judicial review of those amendments.
Med Ed 101
JUNE 3, 2020
Parkinson’s disorder can be incredibly challenging to manage. The progression of the disease and its complications can make Parkinson’s very difficult for patients and clinicians. In addition to the disease itself, medication administration in Parkinson’s can provide additional hurdles to navigate. Here are some of the most common challenges I’ve seen in clinical practice associated […].
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Pharmacy Joe
MAY 31, 2020
In this episode, I’ll discuss the two scenarios where asymptomatic bacteriuria (ASB) is treated with antibiotics in adult patients. Episode 509: Two scenarios where asymptomatic bacteriuria is treated in adult patients without symptoms Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher Considerable focus has appropriately been placed on reducing unnecessary antibiotic use in patients with otherwise asymptomatic bacteriuria.
Pharma in Brief
JUNE 2, 2020
The Federal Court of Appeal ( FCA ) and the Federal Court ( FC ) have extended their Suspension Periods to June 15, 2020. Federal Court of Appeal. On May 28, 2020, the FCA issued a Notice to the Parties and the Profession extending the Suspension Period to June 15, 2020. Federal Court. On May 29, 2020, the FC issued an updated Practice Direction and Order ( FC Update ), also extending the Suspension Period to June 15, 2020.
Med Ed 101
MAY 31, 2020
I’m extremely grateful for the many pharmacists who have stepped up and provided education on topics they are passionate about. I’ve touched on QT prolongation in the past, but Daniel Lieu, PharmD has taken it up a notch! He has provided some spot-on education below on QT Prolongation for Community Pharmacists that can be applied […].
Pharma Packaging Solutions
JUNE 4, 2020
In the May issue of Tablets and Capsules, our own Scott Garverick, weighs in on the cover topic – “Packaging Sustainability.” The money quote from Scott is “We ensure that our waste paperboard is recycled into print media, packaging, and folding carton stock… Also, we have led a number of companies from 3-ply corrugated materials to single-sheet substrates as a component of our green packaging initiative.” We are sharing the article below and you can also link
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Pharma in Brief
JUNE 1, 2020
The Federal Court has dismissed two infringement actions brought against defendants under subsection 6(1) of the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations ( Regulations ), following a common trial on the validity of Canadian Patent No. 2,562,277 ( 277 Patent ). The Court found that all the asserted claims – to uses for treating multiple sclerosis ( MS ) – were obvious and that some were anticipated.
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