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Opinion: The FDA needs to embrace phage therapy to help fight antimicrobial resistance

STAT

My daughter, Mallory, died in 2017 at the age of 25 from a multiply resistant bacterial lung infection that followed a double-lung transplant necessitated by cystic fibrosis. In the weeks before her death, my wife, Diane Shader Smith, and I sought out and obtained an innovative yet underused treatment for antibiotic-resistant bacteria known as phage therapy.

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The PCAT Is Going Away, Will NAPLEX Pass Rates Fall?

Med Ed 101

How do you get better at something? Practice. At least that’s what I tell my kids. The (Pharmacy College Admissions Test) PCAT has gone away in 2024 and I can’t help but think that this will be another nail in the coffin of future high NAPLEX pass rates. The PCAT was a good avenue for […] The post The PCAT Is Going Away, Will NAPLEX Pass Rates Fall?

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20 years of X20

Express Pharma

The X20 system has been an essential component of countless industrial applications for the last 20 years, providing dependable performance and pushing productivity to unprecedented levels. The X20 has transformed industrial automation with its small size and potent features, enabling machines all around the world to function accurately and effectively.

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FDA clears Argenx’ Vyvgart Hytrulo for rare disease CIDP

pharmaphorum

Netherlands biotech Argenx has a second FDA approval for its FcRn inhibitor Vyvgart Hytrulo, adding a new indication in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) for a drug that it hopes could find a use in more than a dozen diseases.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Episode 933: Can tenecteplase be used for acute ischemic stroke beyond 4.5 hours from time last know well?

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss tenecteplase for stroke from 4.5 to 24 hours after the time last know well. Episode 933: Can tenecteplase be used for acute ischemic stroke beyond 4.5 hours from time last know well? Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher While the use of thrombolytics for patients with acute ischemic stroke is usually done if the patient presents within 4.5 hours of the time last know well, data specifically with tenecteplase beyond the 4.5 hour window is sparse.

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Top Resources for Pain Medicine Board Prep

Board Vitals - Pharmacist

Embarking on the journey to pass the Pain Medicine Certification Exam often presents a challenging endeavor, with many students grappling with questions such as “What resources should I use?” and “Where should I devote my time?” The prospect of passing the exam can seem overwhelming, yet success is attainable through a well-structured study plan and the utilization of appropriate resources.

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EMA approves Biocon’s new mAbs facility in India

Express Pharma

Biocon Biologics a subsidiary of Biocon, has received approval from the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to manufacture biosimilar Bevacizumab at its new, multi-product monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) drug substance facility at Bengaluru. The facility was previously approved to manufacture biosimilar Trastuzumab in September 2022. The company also announced that EMA has renewed its Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Certificates of Compliance for its biosimilar manufacturing facility in Bengaluru a

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Which pharmaceutical companies have the most SPCs in Italy?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the pharmaceutical companies with the most supplementary protection certificates (SPCs) in Italy. SPCs are used in European Union and select others to encourage pharmaceutical innovation by compensating for the long time needed to obtain regulatory approval for drugs.

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A throughput benchmarking study of Supor™ Prime filters

PharmaTech

See how Supor Prime filters performed against two comparable products in filtering fluids with antibody concentrations of 70 g/L to 220 g/L. And be sure to request a sample!

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New tentative approval for Alembic drug dabigatran etexilate mesylate

Drug Patent Watch

Dabigatran etexilate mesylate is the generic ingredient in two branded drugs marketed by Alkem Labs Ltd, Apotex, Hetero Labs Ltd Iii, and Boehringer Ingelheim and, and is included in five NDAs. There are three patents protecting this compound. Drug patent litigation for DABIGATRAN ETEXILATE MESYLATE. Nine suppliers are listed for this compound.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Educational Nutrition Programs Targeted at Communities Improve Diabetes Outcomes

Pharmacy Times

Food is medicine is a framework of policy and behavioral interventions, improving population health through access to healthy foods to increase food and nutrition security.

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Drug Patent Expirations for the Week of June 23, 2024

Drug Patent Watch

MOVANTIK (naloxegol oxalate) Valinor Patent: 7,056,500 Expiration: Jun 29, 2024 See More … For more information on how DrugPatentWatch can help with your pharmaceutical business intelligence needs, contact admin@DrugPatentWatch.com or visit www.DrugPatentWatch.

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Managing Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risk Through Collaborative Care

Pharmacy Times

Jennifer Goldman discusses the importance of collaborative care between providers like endocrinologists, cardiologists, primary care physicians, and pharmacists to manage diabetes and prevent cardiovascular events.

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DEA’s Expected Guidance: It Should Reduce Current “Pain” at the (Intrathecal Pain) Pump Dispensing Process and Improve Therapeutic Outcomes

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

By John A. Gilbert & Karla L. Palmer — For more than 50 years, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has enforced the central mandate of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) to maintain a closed chain of distribution for drugs with a potential for abuse and diversion. The CSA and regulations promulgated by DEA are intended to reduce the potential for diversion and abuse and ensure that controlled substances are dispensed and delivered to patients for a legitimate medical purpose.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Physician Calls for National Dialogue on Inequitable Access to Lifesaving GLP-1 Medications

Pharmacy Times

W. Timothy Garvey expressed concern over limited access to effective obesity medications like Ozempic due to shortages and high costs, urging stakeholders to work together on developing solutions.

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Experts Discuss Serious Adverse Events for GLP-1 Medications

Pharmacy Times

Potential concerns surrounding GLP-include pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, suicide and other phycological effects, and thyroid cancer.

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Expert: Supporting Health Equity and Access to Care Through Community Pharmacies

Pharmacy Times

Niki Shah Vice President of Impact Innovation and Activation at McKesson, discusses efforts to advance health equity and access through community pharmacy initiatives.

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Implementing Community Health Workers into Pharmacy Reduces Health Equities, SDOH

Pharmacy Times

Adding a community health worker can improve the overall health equity for your patients.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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Expert: Semaglutide's Benefits in Obesity-Related Heart Failure, the Role of Pharmacists in Diabetes Care

Pharmacy Times

Semaglutide significantly improved heart failure symptoms and quality of life through weight loss and direct effects on heart tissue.