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Big Pharma inventory management trends revealed

European Pharmaceutical Review

The inventory position of 28 major pharmaceutical manufacturers in 2022 has been revealed in an annual report. Analysis explored the impact of macro-trends on inventory management from corporate reports of Big Pharma companies including Merck, AstraZeneca and Pfizer. It investigated how excessive inventories are affecting the industry and what factors could influence inventory growth in 2023.

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STAT+: Coherus works with Mark Cuban to sell biosimilar Humira at steep discounts

STAT

In a bold move, Coherus BioSciences plans to sell a biosimilar version of Humira — one of the world’s best-selling medicines — at a steep discount, and will work with Mark Cuban’s generic drug company to make the medicine available directly to consumers for even less. Specifically, the Coherus medicine will carry a $995 list price for a carton of two autoinjectors, an 85% discount from the $6,922 that AbbVie charges for Humira, which is used to treat rheumatoid arthri

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Phenobarbital as First-Line Medication for Alcohol Withdrawal: Have You Switched From Benzodiazepines Yet?

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

Are you using phenobarbital instead of benzodiazepines as the first-line monotherapy for patients in alcohol withdrawal in the Emergency Department (ED)? If not, you probably should be. Another old drug for a new indication, right? Well not exactly. Phenobarbital is indeed an older and relatively cheap drug (less than $20 per loading dose) that has gained some press recently for the treatment of acute alcohol withdrawal [1-3].

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A key to ‘winning’ in today’s market — and other trends pharma leaders are tracking

PharmaVoice

Healthcare pros share the market drivers they believe are having the biggest impact on the industry.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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FDA Eyes New Strategies to Spur Gene Therapy Development

PharmaTech

An increase in applications for gene therapies is putting stress on FDA’s resources.

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Trick of Trade: Dual Foley catheter to control massive epistaxis

ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

Massive epistaxis is considered a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Symptoms of massive epistaxis include sudden and heavy bleeding from the nose, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and a rapid heartbeat. If left untreated, it can lead to significant blood loss, shock, airway obstruction, and even death. We report a case of a 50-year-old man with end stage renal disease with massive nasal bleeding from the left nostril, shortness of breath, and confusion.

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Woman of the Week: Mirati Therapeutics’ Laurie Stelzer

PharmaVoice

With the recent approval of Krazati, the biotech veteran is guiding Mirati into its next phase as a commercial-based organization.

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Sanofi announces positive data for frexalimab in relapsing MS

Pharma Times

The neurological disease affects approximately 2.

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Studies show top surgery is safe for fat patients, but some surgeons still mandate weight loss

STAT

Vince Wescott was ready for top surgery. He had the cash saved up, he’d gotten a letter from his therapist, and he’d sent in the required photos of his chest and torso in preparation for a consultation. When his surgeon’s office called unexpectedly, he picked up, assuming that they were missing paperwork or needed to reschedule.

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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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EMCrit 350 – Mind of the Resuscitationist – Emergency Teams with Dan Dworkis

EMCrit Project

Optimization of Emergency Medicine Teams EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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CVS is exiting clinical trials. Does this spell trouble for retail-based research?

PharmaVoice

Walgreens leaders are not deterred and hope to fill the holes left behind by the pharmacy giant.

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Lonza to acquire Synaffix to strengthen ADC development

Pharma Times

Synaffix’s technology platform is intended to enhance and extend Lonza’s integrated ADC services - News - PharmaTimes

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STAT+: Debt ceiling deal could mean cancer, disease research cuts, advocates warn

STAT

WASHINGTON — Researchers and health care advocates are warning that the debt ceiling deal would mean a harsh cut for science agencies like the National Institutes of Health. The debt ceiling deal hammered out by the White House and congressional leadership this weekend would freeze non-defense and veterans’ health spending at 2023 levels for next year and allow only a 1% bump in 2025.

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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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ICYMI: PBM exec admits choosing profits over patients

PhRMA

With Congress discussing policy changes that would lower drug costs for patients and rein in powerful middlemen, insurers and their PBMs are dusting off their old playbook and once again threatening to increase costs for employers if required to do their job and actually provide meaningful coverage to patients. But recent remarks by one executive make clear that the PBM industry has a choice: protect its profits or lower costs for patients.

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How Takeda finds the hottest new science to fuel its oncology work

PharmaVoice

Takeda's president of the global oncology business unit is always "scanning the horizon" for the partnerships that will drive the next big innovations.

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FDA approves ANDA of 20mg generic Nitisinone capsules

Pharma Times

Nitisinone capsules are indicated for patients with hereditary tyrosinemia type 1 in combination with dietary restriction of tyrosine and phenylalanine

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FDA approves Pfizer’s RSV vaccine for older adults

STAT

The Food and Drug Administration approved a second vaccine to protect older adults against RSV on Wednesday, giving a green light to Pfizer’s Abrysvo for adults 60 and older. Early in May the FDA approved the first ever vaccine against respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, when it licensed GSK’s Arexvy.

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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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Biohaven sends latest drug to FDA, despite past trial setback

BioPharma Dive

The biotech, best known for its success developing migraine medicines, will seek approval of a treatment that failed a Phase 3 trial but showed signs of a positive effect.

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Lawmakers look to crack down on Big Pharma tax breaks

PharmaVoice

As lawmakers shine a light on Big Pharma tax cuts, the industry’s business moves are coming under attack from multiple angles.

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NICE recommends Pfizer’s rimegepant for preventing episodic migraine attacks

Pharma Times

The final draft guidance recommends rimegepant for adults who have at least four migraine attacks per month, but less than 15 - News - PharmaTimes

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Opinion: Listen: Ezekiel Emanuel explains why cancer patients shouldn’t pay out-of-pocket costs

STAT

The high cost of cancer treatment in the U.S. is literally killing people. “Over a quarter of cancer patients delay medical care , go without care, or make changes in their cancer treatment because of cost,” Ezekiel Emanuel, an oncologist and co-director of the Health Care Transformation Institute at the University of Pennsylvania, wrote in a recent First Opinion essay.

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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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Pfizer’s RSV vaccine wins FDA approval in older adults

BioPharma Dive

The shot’s clearance comes several weeks after the regulator made GSK’s Arexvy the first vaccine for RSV in the U.S.

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SK Bioscience gains UK authorisation for SKYCovion Covid-19 vaccine

Pharmaceutical Technology

SK Bioscience has received marketing authorisation from the UK’s medicines and healthcare products regulatory agency (MHRA) for its Covid-19 vaccine, SKYCovion. SKYCovion is intended for the prevention of Covid-19 resulting from SARS-CoV-2 infection in individuals aged 18 years and above. The authorisation allows the distribution of the vaccine in Scotland, Wales and England.

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Amgen’s Otezla shows promise in psoriatic arthritis

Pharma Times

The inflammatory form of arthritis is estimated to affect nearly 38 million people worldwide

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Opinion: PAs need a new name, but ‘physician associate’ won’t cut it. Here’s a better idea

STAT

I’m standing over an operating table, excising a skin cancer from the forehead of an elderly gentleman while soft piano music echoes off the floor tiles. I’ve performed this procedure thousands of times, and I always enjoy the placid focus and deep satisfaction performing cutaneous surgery brings me. All I’ve done in adulthood has brought me here: cadaver prosections in anatomy labs,  mentorship from dermatologic surgeons , and mastering various  knot-tying techniq

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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.