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04/12/2023
Hannah Musick
Speakers at AMCP 2023 discussed the current landscape of biosimilars from a payer perspective as well as lessons learned from health system biosimilar adoption. 
Speakers at AMCP 2023 discussed the current landscape of biosimilars from a payer perspective as well as lessons learned from health system biosimilar adoption. 
Speakers at AMCP 2023 discussed...
04/12/2023
First Report Managed Care
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12/08/2020
In a session at ASHP Midyear 2020, Osama Abdelghany, PharmD, MHA, BCOP Yale New Haven Hospital, and David L Crosby, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health, provide a variety of clinical, operational, and payer coverage considerations...
In a session at ASHP Midyear 2020, Osama Abdelghany, PharmD, MHA, BCOP Yale New Haven Hospital, and David L Crosby, PharmD, BCOP, BCPS, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health, provide a variety of clinical, operational, and payer coverage considerations...
In a session at ASHP Midyear...
12/08/2020
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Quiz
11/24/2020
Based on recent data, pharmacists are more well-informed about which medication type—with more than 80% demonstrating solid knowledge of their safety, efficacy, compatibility, and costs?
Based on recent data, pharmacists are more well-informed about which medication type—with more than 80% demonstrating solid knowledge of their safety, efficacy, compatibility, and costs?
Based on recent data,...
11/24/2020
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News
11/20/2020
“Pharmacists, being the drug experts, need to be well aware of the applied handling of biosimilar medicines,” researchers wrote. “They are an integral educator, trailblazer, and advocate of biosimilar integration across all clinical settings.”
“Pharmacists, being the drug experts, need to be well aware of the applied handling of biosimilar medicines,” researchers wrote. “They are an integral educator, trailblazer, and advocate of biosimilar integration across all clinical settings.”
“Pharmacists, being the drug...
11/20/2020
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12/11/2018
An infliximab biosimilar appears to be safe and effective in infliximab-naive patients with Crohn's disease, according to a recent study.
An infliximab biosimilar appears to be safe and effective in infliximab-naive patients with Crohn's disease, according to a recent study.
An infliximab biosimilar appears...
12/11/2018
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
02/16/2018
A recent study examined the efficacy of a biosimilar for treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis who respond inadequately to methotrexate
A recent study examined the efficacy of a biosimilar for treating patients with rheumatoid arthritis who respond inadequately to methotrexate
A recent study examined the...
02/16/2018
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
12/15/2017
Researchers examined the effectiveness of switching to a biosimilar version of a drug in patients with IBD. 
Researchers examined the effectiveness of switching to a biosimilar version of a drug in patients with IBD. 
Researchers examined the...
12/15/2017
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
12/14/2017
Evelyn Hermes-Desantis, PharmD, BCPS, recently discussed the many factors involved in managing biosimilars in the hospital setting and the role pharmacists play in promoting their appropriate use in the context of safe patient care.
Evelyn Hermes-Desantis, PharmD, BCPS, recently discussed the many factors involved in managing biosimilars in the hospital setting and the role pharmacists play in promoting their appropriate use in the context of safe patient care.
Evelyn Hermes-Desantis, PharmD,...
12/14/2017
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
12/14/2017
The FDA has approved a biosimilar for multiple autoimmune diseases. 
The FDA has approved a biosimilar for multiple autoimmune diseases. 
The FDA has approved a...
12/14/2017
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News
12/01/2017
The FDA has approved a biosimilar for two types of cancer.
The FDA has approved a biosimilar for two types of cancer.
The FDA has approved a...
12/01/2017
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News
11/21/2017
Edward Li, Pharm D, MPH, BCOP, a professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of New England College of Pharmacy, explains how industry experts can help bring biosimilars to the market faster.
Edward Li, Pharm D, MPH, BCOP, a professor in the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the University of New England College of Pharmacy, explains how industry experts can help bring biosimilars to the market faster.
Edward Li, Pharm D, MPH, BCOP, a...
11/21/2017
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News
10/19/2017
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis who switched from an originator treatment to a biosimilar stopped taking the biosimilar medication within 6 months, a study showed. 
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, or ankylosing spondylitis who switched from an originator treatment to a biosimilar stopped taking the biosimilar medication within 6 months, a study showed. 
Patients with rheumatoid...
10/19/2017
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News
09/23/2016
The FDA has approved a cheaper, biosimilar version of AbbVie's top-selling arthritis drug, Humira.
The FDA has approved a cheaper, biosimilar version of AbbVie's top-selling arthritis drug, Humira.
The FDA has approved a cheaper,...
09/23/2016
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
10/23/2015
The FDA has accepted Novartis unit Sandoz's regulatory submission for approval of a biosimilar copy of Amgen's blockbuster anti-TNF drug Enbrel, the Swiss drugmaker said.
The FDA has accepted Novartis unit Sandoz's regulatory submission for approval of a biosimilar copy of Amgen's blockbuster anti-TNF drug Enbrel, the Swiss drugmaker said.
The FDA has accepted Novartis...
10/23/2015
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
08/28/2015
The FDA proposed on Thursday identifying cheaper versions of biologic drugs with a suffix to distinguish them from their more expensive, branded counterparts.
The FDA proposed on Thursday identifying cheaper versions of biologic drugs with a suffix to distinguish them from their more expensive, branded counterparts.
The FDA proposed on Thursday...
08/28/2015
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News
04/23/2025
Juliet Gallagher
Eugia US LLC has voluntarily recalled 36,816 vials of Testosterone Cypionate Injection, USP, CIII, 200 mg/mL, distributed in 1 mL single-dose vials (NDC 55150-277-01).
Eugia US LLC has voluntarily recalled 36,816 vials of Testosterone Cypionate Injection, USP, CIII, 200 mg/mL, distributed in 1 mL single-dose vials (NDC 55150-277-01).
Eugia US LLC has voluntarily...
04/23/2025
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News
04/23/2025
Juliet Gallagher
Chattem Inc. has voluntarily initiated a Class II recall of its Unisom SleepMinis (Diphenhydramine HCl) 25 mg mini-capsules, distributed in 60-count bottles nationwide.
Chattem Inc. has voluntarily initiated a Class II recall of its Unisom SleepMinis (Diphenhydramine HCl) 25 mg mini-capsules, distributed in 60-count bottles nationwide.
Chattem Inc. has voluntarily...
04/23/2025
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News
04/23/2025
Juliet Gallagher
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. has initiated a Class I recall of levetiracetam 0.75% in sodium chloride injection following the discovery of a labeling discrepancy that could pose serious health risks.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. has initiated a Class I recall of levetiracetam 0.75% in sodium chloride injection following the discovery of a labeling discrepancy that could pose serious health risks.
Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Inc. has...
04/23/2025
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News
04/17/2025
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for Sodium Chloride Irrigation Solution due to the presence of particulate matter, posing a potential risk during surgical and wound care procedures.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for Sodium Chloride Irrigation Solution due to the presence of particulate matter, posing a potential risk during surgical and wound care procedures.
The US Food and Drug...
04/17/2025
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News
04/17/2025
Hannah Musick
Select lots of nationally distributed Gabapentin Capsules are being recalled due to cross contamination concerns.
Select lots of nationally distributed Gabapentin Capsules are being recalled due to cross contamination concerns.
Select lots of nationally...
04/17/2025
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
04/17/2025
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued Class II recalls for multiple injectable products, including Haloperidol Decanoate and Methocarbamol, due to potential sterility issues linked to bacterial contamination during...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued Class II recalls for multiple injectable products, including Haloperidol Decanoate and Methocarbamol, due to potential sterility issues linked to bacterial contamination during...
The US Food and Drug...
04/17/2025
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News
04/10/2025
Danielle Sposato
A nationwide recall has been initiated for Tolterodine Tartrate Extended-Release Capsules, 2 mg, packaged in 30-count unit dose cartons (NDC 0904-6592-04), and distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals of Indianapolis, IN.
A nationwide recall has been initiated for Tolterodine Tartrate Extended-Release Capsules, 2 mg, packaged in 30-count unit dose cartons (NDC 0904-6592-04), and distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals of Indianapolis, IN.
A nationwide recall has been...
04/10/2025
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
04/10/2025
Danielle Sposato
Imprimis NJOF, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of its Tropicamide - Proparacaine - Phenylephrine - Ketorolac Sterile Ophthalmic Solution (1% / 0.5% / 2.5% / 0.5%) after stability testing revealed subpotent results.
Imprimis NJOF, LLC has issued a voluntary recall of its Tropicamide - Proparacaine - Phenylephrine - Ketorolac Sterile Ophthalmic Solution (1% / 0.5% / 2.5% / 0.5%) after stability testing revealed subpotent results.
Imprimis NJOF, LLC has issued a...
04/10/2025
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
04/10/2025
Danielle Sposato
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA has initiated a voluntary Class II recall of its chlorproMAZINE Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 100 mg, due to current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA has initiated a voluntary Class II recall of its chlorproMAZINE Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 100 mg, due to current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc.,...
04/10/2025
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
04/03/2025
Juliet Gallagher
QuVa Pharma, Inc. has voluntarily initiated a nationwide Class II recall of multiple compounded epidural drug formulations containing fentanyl citrate combined with bupivacaine or ropivacaine.
QuVa Pharma, Inc. has voluntarily initiated a nationwide Class II recall of multiple compounded epidural drug formulations containing fentanyl citrate combined with bupivacaine or ropivacaine.
QuVa Pharma, Inc. has...
04/03/2025
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