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Drug Topics June 2020
Barhemsys (Amisulpride) for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting
June 22, 2020
Article
On February 27, 2020, the FDA approved an intravenous solution of amisulpride (Barhemsys; Acacia Pharma) to treat and prevent postoperative nausea and vomiting.
Adapt to a “New Normal” During Uncertain Times
June 18, 2020
Article
As reopening efforts and recovery plans start to take hold, it should be recognized that community pharmacies are ideally positioned to support this national effort.
No Good Deed Goes Unpunished
June 12, 2020
Article
This small, 1200-square-foot drugstore will take care of the patients and their problems that the big-box guys could care less about.
Pharmacists Play Valuable Role in Addressing Social Determinants of Health
June 11, 2020
Article
In evaluating data according to the chronic conditions present in the study, those with COPD or depression demonstrated higher reports of social determinants of health than other demographics did.
Hospital Pharmacists Face Challenges in Reducing Antibiotic Overuse
June 10, 2020
Article
Though antibiotics are crucial, concern about overuse in hospitals and inappropriate prescribing practices fuels debate about the complex relationship between antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance.
Pharmacies Can Take Steps to Protect Against Cyberattacks
June 10, 2020
Article
“Err on the side of caution. One large data breach could [affect all] your patients, your employees, and yourself.”
Offer Patients OTC Pointers
June 09, 2020
Article
The right products can help manage symptoms of autoimmune diseases.
Keep Current on Vaccines to Reassure Hesitant Patients
June 09, 2020
Article
“As pharmacists, we must continue to recommend vaccinations to all our patients.”
Get Educated on Diabetes Devices
June 08, 2020
Article
Pharmacists must be tuned in to the latest technology for patients who monitor blood glucose.
Integrative Medicine Presents Opportunities, Poses Challenges
June 05, 2020
Article
Patients seeking vitamin or herbal supplements for health and wellness often believe that these are safer than conventional OTC and prescription pharmaceutical products; however, so-called natural remedies come with their own set of health risks.
Experts Examine the Many Factors of Pharmacist Burnout
June 05, 2020
Article
“Are employers really stepping up to take care of their health providers? I think [that] is something that also probably needs to change.”
Pharmacists Feel Overworked, Face More Discrimination
June 04, 2020
Article
Survey results reveal improvements and challenges in the workplace.
States Slowly Ease Barriers to Pharmacist-Provided COVID-19 Testing
June 04, 2020
Article
“Testing is coming, but getting there is a step-by-step process, and you need to work out the logistics.”