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Over-the-Counter Choices Pharmacist Role and Resources

FADIC

OTC drugs come in various forms, including tablets, capsules, creams, and liquids, and are generally labeled with clear instructions on proper usage and dosage. Its OTC drug section covers a broad range of OTC medications, offering detailed descriptions, recommended dosages, and potential drug interactions.

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How Long Until AI Starts to Replace Pharmacists

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AI algorithms can analyse patient data to predict potential drug interactions, customise treatment plans, and even identify early signs of adverse reactions. In the pharmaceutical world of bookings, dispensing, clinical decisions, and customer service, AI integration is on the up.

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FDA Releases Draft Labeling Guidance for Biosimilar Products

Big Molecule Watch

When information specific to the reference product is described in the biosimilar or interchangeable biosimilar product’s labeling (for example, data from clinical trials of the reference product in the ADVERSE REACTIONS and CLINICAL STUDIES sections), the reference product’s proper name should be used.

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Ministry of Health Medicines Formulary (MOHMF)

RX Note

Introduction The Ministry of Health Medicines Formulary (MOHMF), “Formulari Ubat Kementerian Kesihatan Malaysia (FUKKM)", or sometimes known as Blue Book, is a list of medications that we can use in Ministry of Health (MOH) facilities. It is typically updated 2-3 times a year to add, modify or delist the medications in it.

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Episode 777: Can famotidine cause ICU delirium?

Pharmacy Joe

The serum levels of famotidine are known to be elevated in the setting of renal failure and a dosage reduction is aimed at reducing potential side effects including confusion and delirium. diff infection or pneumonia. Typically, the dose of famotidine is reduced by 50% in patients with a creatinine clearance less than 50 mL/min.

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Episode 777: Can famotidine cause ICU delirium?

Pharmacy Joe

The serum levels of famotidine are known to be elevated in the setting of renal failure and a dosage reduction is aimed at reducing potential side effects including confusion and delirium. diff infection or pneumonia. Typically, the dose of famotidine is reduced by 50% in patients with a creatinine clearance less than 50 mL/min.

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Difference between Prescription vs Non-prescription drugs

FADIC

Drug manufacturers also have to submit details about how the drug works in the human body, guidelines for dosage, and information on safety and side effects. Some OTC medications are available at a higher dosage with a prescription. However, misuse or exceeding recommended dosages can still result in adverse reactions.