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Fixing pulse oximeters requires federal might and possible legal action, researchers say

STAT

Work by device manufacturers to improve the performance of pulse oximeters on people with darker skin has progressed little since the Food and Drug Administration asked manufacturers in 2013 to voluntarily test the devices on more diverse skin tones, according to a study published Monday in JAMA. The study and a related editorial suggest clearer guidance, enforcement, and possibly legal action may be necessary to ensure the devices work well on all skin tones.

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Bridging the gap between pharmaceutical research and market application: The role of universities for students

Express Pharma

The pharmaceutical industry is vital to healthcare, fostering innovation for life-saving medications and therapies. However, the journey from research to market application is complex, creating a gap between discoveries and their practical use in patient care. In this context, universities play a crucial role by equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to translate pharmaceutical research into real-world applications.

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Opinion: Extending Medicare coverage to obesity medications is imperative

STAT

Although bipartisan legislation to provide Medicare coverage for obesity treatments has circulated in Congress for more than a decade, the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) ventured to  estimate  the budgetary effects of such a policy for older Americans starting in 2026 for the very first time in a report published in October.  The CBO should be commended for conducting this comprehensive analysis.

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FOPE & PharmaState Academy host Session 12 of the PULSE series

Express Pharma

On December 29, 2024, the Federation of Pharma Entrepreneurs (FOPE) and PharmaState Academy hosted Session 12 of the PULSE (Pharma Upgradation & Learning Series for Excellence) initiative, focusing on Complaints and Product Recall. The session provided clarity on the guidelines and cleared the queries of the pharma professionals. Session highlights: Chief Guest: The event began with a keynote address by Anil Matai, Director General, OPPI India.

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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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STAT+: Axsome to send Alzheimer’s disease drug to FDA, despite mixed Phase 3 results

STAT

Axsome Therapeutics is moving ahead with plans to submit its Alzheimer’s disease treatment for Food and Drug Administration approval despite mixed results from two new clinical trial readouts.  Axsome, which is based in New York, announced Monday that its drug AXS-05 met the primary endpoint of one trial testing the therapy for agitation caused by Alzheimer’s, but failed to show statistical significance in another.

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Lupin acquires Huminsulin from Eli Lilly

Express Pharma

Lupin announced the acquisition of Huminsulin in India from Eli Lilly and Company to further enhance its diabetes portfolio. Lupin has been marketing the Huminsulin range of products comprising of Insulin Human, including Huminsulin R, Huminsulin NPH, Huminsulin 50/50, and Huminsulin 30/70, through existing distribution and promotion agreements with Lilly, India.

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CDSCO flags two drugs as spurious, another 111 listed as NSQ

Express Pharma

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) flagged select batches of Pantoprazole Gastro-Resistant Tablets I.P. ( PAN-40) Amoxycillin and Potassium Clavulanate Tablets IP (Augmentin 625 Duo) and termed them as spurious. CDSCO has also listed 111 other drugs and formulations as not of standard quality (NSQ). The CDSCO alert names the brands for which spurious samples were found.

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Understanding the Regulatory Environment in Japan for Generic Drug Development

Drug Patent Watch

The regulatory environment in Japan for generic drug development is complex and has undergone significant changes in recent years. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the key aspects of the regulatory framework, highlighting the requirements and challenges faced by pharmaceutical companies seeking to introduce generic drugs into the Japanese market.

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First global approval for Daiichi Sankyo's Dato-DXd

pharmaphorum

Daiichi Sankyo has claimed its first approval, in Japan, for TROP2-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) datopotamab deruxtecan

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Top 10 Video Interviews of 2024

PharmaTech

The PharmTech Group editors present our most popular interviews from 2024.

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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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Digital biomarkers: Redefining respiratory care

pharmaphorum

Learn how digital biomarkers are revolutionising respiratory care by providing personalised, real-time data for better monitoring and management of respiratory diseases.

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MTX-COVAB by Memo Therapeutics for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Likelihood of Approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

MTX-COVAB is under clinical development by Memo Therapeutics and currently in Phase I for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).

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Dental Dry Socket Compounded Medication for Pain Relief

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Discover how compounded medications provide effective pain relief for dental dry socket. Learn about personalized solutions to speed healing and ease discomfort. The post Dental Dry Socket Compounded Medication for Pain Relief appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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2024 Q4 Programme Updates

Commonwealth Pharmacists Association

As 2024 draws to a close, we are excited to provide you with an update on recent developments in our various programmes, courtesy of our esteemed programmes staff. The last few months have proved a busy and exciting time for all of our workstreams, and we are excited to bring you further updates as we enter the New Year.

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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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Allergy Management and Relief

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Learn effective strategies for managing allergies, including compounded medications tailored to your symptoms. Find relief with personalized treatments for allergy care The post Allergy Management and Relief appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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2024 Q4 Programme Updates

Commonwealth Pharmacists Association

As 2024 draws to a close, we are excited to provide you with an update on recent developments in our various programmes, courtesy of our esteemed programmes staff. The last few months have proved a busy and exciting time for all of our workstreams, and we are excited to bring you further updates as we enter the New Year.

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Are you looking for a better way to give your child medicine?

Compounding Pharmacy of America

Learn how pediatric compounding pharmacies offer customized medications for children, addressing challenges like taste, dosage, and allergies, while improving treatment outcomes. The post Are you looking for a better way to give your child medicine? appeared first on Compounding Pharmacy of America.

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The impact of CwPAMS in Ghana

Commonwealth Pharmacists Association

Sarah Cavanagh, our AMS Senior Technical Advisor, reflects on her recent visit to Ghana as part of our Commonwealth Partnerships for Antimicrobial Stewardship (CwPAMS) programme.

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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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Pharma Commerce’s Most Popular Patient Support Articles

Pharmaceutical Commerce

A dive into the top articles in this sector making waves this year.

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Specification Equivalence—A Practical Approach

PharmaTech

In this first of a four-part series, the authors provide an introduction to a practical approach for establishing specification equivalence. The regulatory basis and compliance examples from FDA observations and warning letters are included to support the need for an effective process.

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FDA approves BMS’ Opdivo Qvantig for solid tumour indications

Pharmaceutical Technology

The US FDA has granted approval for Bristol Myers Squibbs (BMS) Opdivo Qvantig for subcutaneous use to treat various solid tumours.

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Non-Surgical Approaches to Diagnosing Endometriosis

PharmExec

In this part of his Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Dr. Lawrence B. Werlin, MD, FACOG of HRC Fertility (@md.lawrence.werlin on TikTok), how new radiological techniques are revolutionizing the diagnosis of conditions like endometriosis and the impact it will have on patients.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

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.

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BeiGene’s Tevimbra approved in US for first-line gastric cancer treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

Tevimbra is already approved in the US for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC).

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Our Top 5 Social Media Posts of 2024

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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How automation and digital technologies will unlock the full potential of advanced therapies

European Pharmaceutical Review

The use of advanced therapies using cells or genes to achieve significant leaps in medical treatment was perceived as a niche sector just a decade ago, but it has now started to garner a greater level of understanding and recognition in the pharmaceutical industry. Numerous groundbreaking advances have shown these therapies hold potential to revolutionise how we treat, and potentially cure, many conditions, including for patients with underlying genetic or cellular causes of disease that have

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Does coffee prevent head and neck cancer?

World Pharma News

In a new analysis of data from more than a dozen studies, coffee and tea consumption was linked with lower risks of developing head and neck cancers, including cancers of the mouth and throat. Cancers of the head and neck are the seventh most common forms of cancer worldwide, and rates are rising in low- and middle-income countries. Many studies have assessed whether drinking coffee or tea is associated with head and neck cancer, with inconsistent results.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Black Patients With Asthma More Likely to Miss Scheduled Appointments for Biologic Therapies

Pharmacy Times

The disparity highlights opportunities for pharmacists to get involved and address health disparities.

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ITM-91 by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich for Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma: Likelihood of Approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

ITM-91 is under clinical development by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich and currently in Phase II for Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.

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So You Want To Build A 340B Specialty Pharmacy. How Hard Can It Be?

Proxsys Rx

Fair Warning: If you ever dismissively ask that question of someone whos led the planning and launch of a 340B hospitals specialty pharmacy, and did it with no outside support, theres a good chance youll get punched. Yes, its that difficult. WHY is it so hard to build a 340B specialty pharmacy? After all, its true that a 340B specialty pharmacy requires the same pharmacy board licensing as a 340B retail pharmacy.

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ITM-91 by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: Likelihood of Approval

Pharmaceutical Technology

ITM-91 is under clinical development by ITM Isotope Technologies Munich and currently in Phase II for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer.

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Patient Alleges Chain’s Opioid Policy Violates Antidiscrimination Statutes

Pharmacy Times

Plaintiff argues that "blacklisting certain individuals with opioid prescriptions was unlawful.

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