Lauren Biscaldi is the Managing Editor of Drug Topics.
Zuranolone Approved as First, Only Oral Medication to Treat Postpartum Depression
Approximately 1 in 8 women in the United States experience postpartum depression.
Pfizer's New Migraine Treatment Now Available in US Pharmacies: What You Need to Know
Zavegepant (Zavzpret) is the first and only calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor antagonist nasal spray approved by the FDA for acute migraine treatment in adults.
Senate Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Continued Access to Pharmacist Care, Services for Seniors
The Equitable Community Access to Pharmacy Services legislation was introduced earlier this year in the House of Representatives.
Professional CGM Use May Improve HbA1c in Type 2 Diabetes
FTC Issues Statement Withdrawing Previous Support of PBM Advocacy
Pharmacy Organizations Request Delay, Stepwise Implementation of DSCSA Provisions
NCPA, NACDS, and APhA have joined the Healthcare Distribution Alliance in calling for a delay in the implementation of DSCSA.
COVID-19: After the Emergency Ends
The COVID-19 public health emergency is over. What happens now?
Corticosteroid Therapy Does Not Impact Overall, Progression Free Survival in ICI Therapy
Moderna Announces Submission of BLA, Global Marketing Authorizations for RSV Vaccine
Five Adalimumab Biosimilars Now Available in US Market
These medications join adalimumab-atto, which launched on January 31.
CGM Use Decreases Hypoglycemic Episodes in Underserved Patients With T2D
Advocating for Technology Can Improve Rates of CGM Use, Clinical Outcomes
Continuous glucose monitor and insulin pump use improved HbA1c.
McKesson Is Ready to Help Customers Navigate DSCSA
The company has been working since 2015 to implement the track and trace elements required by the Drug Supply Chain Security Act.
Perpetual Inventory Management Creates Cash Flow Advantage for Pharmacy Owners
One Nebraska community pharmacy owner was able to save $20,000 in inventory costs.
Breaking: CDC ACIP Recommends RSV Vaccination for Older Adults
The first RSV vaccines were approved by the FDA earlier this year.
FDA Committee Recommends Development of Monovalent, XBB-Containing Vaccines
The VRBPAC committee voted 21-0 in favor of this recommendation.
CGM Use May Lead to Behavioral Modifications in Adolescent T2D
Pharmacists Role in Opioid Stewardship, Perioperative Main Management Crucial
Prescribing Alert Increases Rates of Naloxone, Opioid Co-Prescriptions
The alert was implemented after passage of a state senate bill.
CGRP Inhibitors Significantly Reduce Disability in Migraine
Study results add to the body of evidence demonstrating the efficacy of CGRP inhibitors for migraine treatment and prophylaxis.
Novel ADHD Therapy More Tolerable, Less Effective Than Current Treatment Options
Centanafadine is a serotonin-norepinephrine-dopamine triple reuptake inhibitor.
Drugs to Watch: Current Clinical Trials in Hematology/Oncology
Gastroenterology Pipeline Update: New Treatments for Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn's Disease
ASHP: Adalimumab Biosimilar Pipeline Review
At least 6 adalimumab biosimilars are set to launch in July 2023.
Dermatology Pipeline Updates: Plaque Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis and More
Boost Summertime Sales With These Front-End Items
Stock solutions to common summer maladies in the pharmacy's front end.
NCCN Calls on Federal Agencies, Payers, to Take Action on Chemotherapy Drug Shortages
Carboplatin and cisplatin are currently in short supply.
Wildfire Smoke Raises Respiratory Concerns Across Northeastern United States
Air quality in New York City was the worst in the world on Tuesday morning.
Breaking: Merck Files Lawsuit to Halt Medicare Drug Price Negotiations
According to a spokesperson, the company is prepared to take the lawsuit to the Supreme Court.
Overall Survival Rates in AYA Cancer Lack Improvement Seen in Pediatric, Adult Cancer
Overall survival rates for various cancers differed by race.