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Direct-Acting Oral Anticoagulant Combinations
04/10/2024
04/10/2024
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Antibiotic Recalled
01/19/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used...
01/19/2023
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Legislation to Fund Antibiotic Development for Superbugs Stirs Controversy
12/21/2022
Arthur Allen; Liz Szabo
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would...
12/21/2022
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Assessing Antibiotic Exposure Among Patients Admitted to VA Skilled Nursing Facility
12/08/2022
Edan Stanley
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an...
12/08/2022
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Fighting Endocarditis One Antibiotic at a Time
09/22/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline...
09/22/2022
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Antibiotic Recalled Over Impurity Findings
02/26/2021
Ascend Laboratories is recalling nine lots of cephalexin for oral suspension because impurity results during testing were “at [the] higher side of the specification limit.”
Ascend Laboratories is recalling nine lots of cephalexin for oral suspension because impurity results during testing were “at [the] higher side of the specification limit.”
Ascend Laboratories is recalling...
02/26/2021
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Children’s Hospitals Are Partly to Blame as Superbugs Increasingly Attack Kids
01/04/2021
A growing body of research shows that overuse and misuse of antibiotics in children’s hospitals is helping fuel superbugs, which typically strike frail older adults but are increasingly infecting kids—and the pandemic is making things worse.
A growing body of research shows that overuse and misuse of antibiotics in children’s hospitals is helping fuel superbugs, which typically strike frail older adults but are increasingly infecting kids—and the pandemic is making things worse.
A growing body of research shows...
01/04/2021
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Antibiotic Tablets Recalled
06/03/2020
A Class II recall is active for a prescription antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
A Class II recall is active for a prescription antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
A Class II recall is active for...
06/03/2020
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Antibiotic Recalled
03/27/2020
A prescription antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as acne, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections is being recalled.
A prescription antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as acne, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections is being recalled.
A prescription antibiotic used...
03/27/2020
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Risk of Major Malformations Increased Among Pregnant Women Prescribed Macrolide Antibiotics
02/21/2020
During the first trimester of pregnancy, researchers found macrolide antibiotics increase the risk of major malformations, specifically cardiovascular malformations, compared with those who received penicillin antibiotics.
During the first trimester of pregnancy, researchers found macrolide antibiotics increase the risk of major malformations, specifically cardiovascular malformations, compared with those who received penicillin antibiotics.
During the first trimester of...
02/21/2020
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Antibiotics Likely Unneeded for Aspiration of Pancreatic Cysts
02/03/2020
Although guidelines recommend antibiotic prophylaxis before or during endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration of pancreatic cysts, the risk of infection from the procedure is low, a randomized controlled trial reveals.
Although guidelines recommend antibiotic prophylaxis before or during endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration of pancreatic cysts, the risk of infection from the procedure is low, a randomized controlled trial reveals.
Although guidelines recommend...
02/03/2020
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Antibiotic Recalled
01/19/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used...
01/19/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Legislation to Fund Antibiotic Development for Superbugs Stirs Controversy
12/21/2022
Arthur Allen; Liz Szabo
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would...
12/21/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Assessing Antibiotic Exposure Among Patients Admitted to VA Skilled Nursing Facility
12/08/2022
Edan Stanley
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an...
12/08/2022
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Antibiotics Overprescribed for COPD
10/22/2019
"A recent multicenter trial showed that antibiotic prescribing can be reduced safely in COPD patients by using a rapid diagnostic (C-reactive protein) test," study coauthor Laura Shallcross, PhD, University College London, explained.
"A recent multicenter trial showed that antibiotic prescribing can be reduced safely in COPD patients by using a rapid diagnostic (C-reactive protein) test," study coauthor Laura Shallcross, PhD, University College London, explained.
"A recent multicenter trial...
10/22/2019
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Each Added Day of Postop Antibiotics Ups Risk of Kidney Injury, C. Diff Infection
05/01/2019
According to new study findings, each additional day of surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis increases the risks of acute kidney injury and Clostridium difficile infection and does not lead to reductions in surgical site infections.
According to new study findings, each additional day of surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis increases the risks of acute kidney injury and Clostridium difficile infection and does not lead to reductions in surgical site infections.
According to new study findings,...
05/01/2019
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Antibiotic Prescriptions Often Exceed Recommended Treatment Durations
03/07/2019
Many antibiotic prescriptions for common infections in primary care exceed durations recommended by guidelines, according to a new study.
Many antibiotic prescriptions for common infections in primary care exceed durations recommended by guidelines, according to a new study.
Many antibiotic prescriptions...
03/07/2019
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How Oral Antibiotics Impact Kidney Stone Risk
05/11/2018
A new study examined the risk of kidney stones in patients taking oral antibiotics. 
A new study examined the risk of kidney stones in patients taking oral antibiotics. 
A new study examined the risk...
05/11/2018
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CDC Reports Rare, Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in 27 States
04/05/2018
The CDC identified over 200 cases of bacteria with rare antibiotic resistance genes in 27 states during the first 9 months of 2017, according to a new report.
The CDC identified over 200 cases of bacteria with rare antibiotic resistance genes in 27 states during the first 9 months of 2017, according to a new report.
The CDC identified over...
04/05/2018
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Testosterone Cypionate Injection Recalled Due to Crystallization Concerns
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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Class II Recall Issued for Unisom Sleep Aid Due to Nitrosamine Impurities
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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FDA Issues Class I Recall for Levetiracetam Injection Due to Labeling Discrepancy
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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FDA Issues Class II Recall for Sodium Chloride Irrigation Solution Due to Particulate Contamination
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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Gabapentin Capsules Recalled Due to Cross-Contamination Concerns
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
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FDA Issues Class II Recalls for Multiple Injectable Products Due to Sterility Concerns
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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FDA Class III Recall: Tolterodine Tartrate ER Capsules by Major Pharmaceuticals
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
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Imprimis NJOF Voluntarily Recalls Ophthalmic Solution Due to Subpotency
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
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Class II Recall Issued for Chlorpromazine Tablets Due to Nitrosamine Impurity
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
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FDA Issues Class II Recall for QuVa Pharma Compounded Epidural Drug Products Due to Sterility Concerns
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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Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
Fighting Endocarditis One Antibiotic at a Time
09/22/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline...
09/22/2022
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David Rubin, MD, on JAK Inhibitors: Small But Mighty
11/22/2023
David T. Rubin, MD
Dr Rubin reviews his presentation from the Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease regional meeting on the latest information on the safety and efficacy of Janus kinase inhibitors for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.
Dr Rubin reviews his presentation from the Advances in Inflammatory Bowel Disease regional meeting on the latest information on the safety and efficacy of Janus kinase inhibitors for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.
Dr Rubin reviews his...
11/22/2023
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Advantages and Drawbacks of Lecanemab in Alzheimer Disease Treatment
11/10/2023
Paul Schulz, MD
Dr Shulz discusses the FDA-approved lecanemab for the treatment of AD.
Dr Shulz discusses the FDA-approved lecanemab for the treatment of AD.
Dr Shulz discusses the...
11/10/2023
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In this exclusive interview, Dr Ronald Vender goes over the highly effective targeted biologic therapies used to treat psoriasis.
In this exclusive interview, Dr Ronald Vender goes over the highly effective targeted biologic therapies used to treat psoriasis.
In this exclusive interview, Dr...
10/27/2023
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Application of Dupilumab to Pediatric Patients With Atopic Dermatitis
10/27/2023
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In this feature video, Dr Abigail Cline discusses current literature to assess reported efficacies, side effects, and risks of using dupilumab to treat atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients.
In this feature video, Dr Abigail Cline discusses current literature to assess reported efficacies, side effects, and risks of using dupilumab to treat atopic dermatitis in pediatric patients.
In this feature video, Dr...
10/27/2023
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Patient Considerations When Prescribing Lecanemab for Alzheimer Disease
10/06/2023
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Dr Paul Schulz discusses the newly FDA-approved lecanemab for the treatment of AD.
Dr Paul Schulz discusses the newly FDA-approved lecanemab for the treatment of AD.
Dr Paul Schulz discusses the...
10/06/2023
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Specialty Pharmacy Next: Focus on Distribution Processes, Data Utilization, New Drugs, and More
07/18/2023
Chris Fausel, PharmD, MHA, BCOP; Erin Hamai Tom, PharmD, APh, MBA, BCACP; Ryan Nix, BS, NRP, NCI
In this roundtable, cochairs of Specialty Pharmacy Next gather to discuss pertinent topics on the agenda such as white and brown bagging practices and data usage for program growth, as well as who may benefit most from attending the meeting.
In this roundtable, cochairs of Specialty Pharmacy Next gather to discuss pertinent topics on the agenda such as white and brown bagging practices and data usage for program growth, as well as who may benefit most from attending the meeting.
In this roundtable, cochairs of...
07/18/2023
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Leaders in Pharmacy Come Together to Discuss and Debate Oncology-Related Developments
06/28/2021
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Chris Fausel, PharmD, Val Adams, PharmD, Kirollos Hanna, PharmD, and Lisa Holle, PharmD, cochairs of Great Debates and Updates Oncology Pharmacy, come together to discuss this new CPE event aimed at educating pharmacists interested in...
Chris Fausel, PharmD, Val Adams, PharmD, Kirollos Hanna, PharmD, and Lisa Holle, PharmD, cochairs of Great Debates and Updates Oncology Pharmacy, come together to discuss this new CPE event aimed at educating pharmacists interested in...
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06/28/2021
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Expanded FDA Approval Improves Care Access, Rates of Flu Cases
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Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief medical officer, and David Ross, vice president, commercial operations for North America, both at Seqirus, discuss the recent FDA approval for Flucelvax Quadrivalent, explain what the expanded indication means...
Gregg Sylvester, MD, MPH, chief...
04/19/2021
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Correlation Between Opioid Overdoses With Alcohol, Benzodiazepine Use
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Marco Tori, MD, Department of Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine, discusses why alcohol and benzodiazepine co-involvement was common among opioid overdose-related deaths.
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