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Opinion: Performance-enhancing drugs or placebos? The myth at the heart of anti-doping

STAT

With Chinese swimmers getting 200 drug tests over 10 days ahead of the Paris Olympics, all eyes are on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Anti-doping is being politicized and some important questions are being asked with this Chinese fiasco. We believe an important question is this: Do performance-enhancing drugs actually work, or are they just placebos?

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Carbamazepine Auto-Induction And What To Do About It

Med Ed 101

Carbamazepine auto-induction is a popular Board Exam question and is a term I learned in pharmacy school but I never remember being taught what that means clinically and how to monitor the auto-induction period effectively. Indications Matter I want to discuss indications first and foremost. There are recommended drug concentrations when carbamazepine is being used […] The post Carbamazepine Auto-Induction And What To Do About It appeared first on Med Ed 101.

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DIA’s India Annual Meeting to host discussions on evolving regulatory landscape

Express Pharma

DIA , a global organisation of life sciences professionals, will facilitate a series of discussions on the evolving regulatory landscape in India, the transformative power of digitisation in healthcare, and how to prioritise patient safety during the DIA India Annual Meeting , which will be held September 24 and 25 at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach. This year’s theme, “Confluence of Care,” focuses on the need for widespread cooperation and deliberation to drive the safe and effectiv

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Fifth of medicines in Africa may be sub-par or fake, research finds

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Analysis suggests extent of problem UN estimates is causing 500,000 deaths a year in sub-Saharan region A fifth of medicines in Africa could be substandard or fake, according to a major research project, raising the alarm over a problem that could be contributing to the deaths of countless patients. Researchers from Bahir Dar University in Ethiopia analysed 27 studies in the review and found, of the 7,508 medicine samples included, 1,639 failed at least one quality test and were confirmed to be

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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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FDA panel backs Zevra's arimoclomol, after earlier rejection

pharmaphorum

An FDA advisory committee has recommended approval of Zevra Therapeutics' arimoclomol for the ultra-rare disorder Niemann-Pick disease, three years after the regulator rejected the drug.The Genetic Metabolic Diseases Advisory Committee (GeMDAC) voted 11 to five that the data support the approval of the drug for Niemann-Pick disease type C (NPC), a progressive genetic disorder that leads to the accumulation of fatty substances in tissues and can cause a range of symptoms, including liver and lung

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Pharmacies in England cutting services amid financial pressures, research finds

The Guardian - Pharmaceutical Industry

Poll reveals emergency contraception, free prescription deliveries and extended opening hours among services hit Pharmacies across England are unable to provide critical NHS and public health services owing to the overwhelming financial and operational pressures they are facing, according to research. A poll of pharmacy owners representing more than 2,100 pharmacies found that more than 96% of respondents said they had stopped providing locally commissioned services over the past 12 months.

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Episode 945: How does the use of dopamine for shock affect mortality rates?

Pharmacy Joe

In this episode, I’ll discuss how the use of dopamine for shock affects mortality rates. Episode 945: How does the use of dopamine for shock affect mortality rates? Subscribe on iTunes , Android , or Stitcher Surviving Sepsis Guidelines do not list dopamine as one of the vasopressors to use for the treatment of septic shock, and other types of shock are usually treated with non-dopamine vasopressors as well due to the higher rate of ventricular arrhythmias associated with dopamine use.

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Understanding Innovations in Gene and Cell Therapy

PharmaTech

Join this insightful dialogue where we’ll explore advancements in the evolving world of cell and gene therapy analysis with Daniel Galbraith, Chief Scientific Officer of Solvias. Daniel shares insights from the forefront of drug development, including the complexities of development and commercialization, the financial dynamics of new therapies and changing regulatory landscapes.

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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 a

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Zuranolone Offers An Innovative Treatment for Postpartum Depression

Pharmacy Times

Zuranolone enhances health care providers’ ability to address the complex needs of patients with PPD, offering new hope for rapid and sustained relief from depressive symptoms.

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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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Handling Drug Patent Opposition Proceedings

Drug Patent Watch

Handling drug patent opposition proceedings is a crucial step in ensuring the quality and validity of granted patents in the pharmaceutical industry.

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FDA approves gene therapy to treat adults with Metastatic Synovial Sarcoma

Express Pharma

The US Food and Drug Administration approved Tecelra (afamitresgene autoleucel), a gene therapy indicated for the treatment of adults with unresectable or metastatic synovial sarcoma who have received prior chemotherapy, are HLA antigen(s) A*02:01P, -A*02:02P, -A*02:03P, or -A*02:06P positive, and whose tumour expresses the MAGE-A4 antigen as determined by FDA authorised companion diagnostic devices.

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New patent expiration for Abbvie drug ACUVAIL

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ACUVAIL Acuvail is a drug marketed by Abbvie and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier.

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Which pharmaceutical drugs have the most drug patents in Colombia?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most patents in Colombia.

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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.