Giving Pharmacists Prescriptive Authority for Glucagon Would Benefit Patients with Diabetes
Jennifer Goldman, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, FCCP, professor of pharmacy practice at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, discuses the benefits of glucagon.
Drug Topics: Most Read Stories From 2024
Check out this list of our top 5 most read Drug Topics stories from the year 2024.
Drug Price Increases Lead to Future Cost Savings for Medicare Beneficiaries
Provisions under the Inflation Reduction Act have ensured cost savings for patients prescribed drugs covered under Medicare Part B.
Federal Bill Reintroduced to Strengthen Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Tina Smith have reintroduced the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Defense and Enhancement Act originally established in 2020.
Neck Pain Management Crucial for Patients with Medication-Overuse Headache
A study found that patients with medication-overuse headache and neck pain experience earlier onset of primary headache and decreased quality of life.
Low Reimbursement, Coverage Restrictions Hinder Access to Vaccines
Researchers reviewed Medicaid policies to understand vaccine coverage and reimbursement rates among physicians and pharmacists.
Q&A: Risk Factors, Impact of Hypoglycemia in Patients with Diabetes
A conversation with Jennifer Goldman, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, FCCP, professor of pharmacy practice at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
Natural Compounds, Phytochemicals Have Potential to Treat Acute Pancreatitis
Researchers explored the impacts of natural bioactive compounds for the treatment of acute pancreatitis.
FDA Approves Tirzepatide for Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Patients with Obesity
Zepbound from Eli Lilly is the first and only prescription medicine approved by the FDA for adults with obstructive sleep apnea and obesity.
Pfizer Vaccine Reduces Risk of Long COVID in Pediatric Patients
Authors concluded that that the benefit of the vaccine in preventing long COVID is due mainly to the fact it mitigates the risk of infection.
CagriSema Demonstrates Statistically Significant, Superior Weight Loss Vs Placebo
Although the drug fell short of its 25% expected weight loss, results are still promising for people with overweight or obesity.
PBM Reform Pulled Back in Late Change to Spending Package
With pressure from the House GOP, expected PBM reform was not included in Congress’ end-of-year spending package.
First Severe Case of Bird Flu Detected in Louisiana
Recent upticks of the bird flu virus in both dairy cattle and humans have also led to a state of emergency in California.
DOJ Lawsuit Alleges CVS Helped Fuel Opioid Epidemic Through Unlawful Opioid Prescriptions
The lawsuit alleges that the company knowingly violated both the Controlled Substances Act and the False Claims Act.
Education is Crucial to Prevent Hypoglycemia in Patients with Diabetes
Jennifer Goldman, PharmD, CDCES, BC-ADM, FCCP, discusses key risk factors for hypoglycemia and what education programs should emphasize so people with diabetes and their caregivers can improve its management.
Important Updates in RSV Vaccination Guidelines | ASHP Midyear
A conversation with Chelsea Keedy, PharmD, BCACP, clinical assistant professor at the University of Georgia, on RSV vaccine recommendations.
Inhaled Insulin for Pediatric Patients Shows Positive Results in Phase 3 Trial
MannKind announced results from the INHALE-1 study that examined Afrezza in children and adolescents with diabetes.
Long-Awaited PBM Reform Included in Congress’ End-of-Year Spending Package
The American Pharmacists Association announced the inclusion of pharmacist-backed PBM reform in Congress’ end of the year spending package.
Specialty Pharmacist Working to Improve Biosimilar Adoption
Chelsee Jensen, PharmD, BCPS, senior pharmacy specialist at the Mayo Clinic, discusses her career and how biosimilars will impact the pharmacy profession in the coming years.
Wearing CGMs Can Help Student Pharmacists Improve Counseling Ability
Student pharmacists who wore a continuous glucose monitor had a higher average counseling score during an encounter with a patient and a higher overall confidence score.
Q&A: Pharmacist’s Perspective on How Biosimilars Will Impact the Field in the Coming Years
A conversation with Chelsee Jensen, PharmD, BCPS, senior pharmacy specialist at the Mayo Clinic.
Triptans Associated With Adverse Events Across Organ Systems
Triptans are used to treat acute migraine and cluster headaches.
High Comorbidity Burden in Resistant, Refractory Migraine Vs Chronic Migraine
Treatment of comorbidities may help patients overcome resistance or refractoriness to migraine therapies.
Q&A: How Pharmacists Can Help Patients with COPD, Inhaler Misuse | ASHP Midyear
Drug Topics met with Lourdes Cross, PharmD, BCACP, CDCES, to discuss pharmacists’ role in managing patients’ chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Examining Impact of Continuous Glucose Monitors on Diabetes | ASHP Midyear
Two posters presented at the meeting looked into the topic CGMs in diabetes care.
Ambulatory Care Pharmacists to Decrease PCP Workload, Increase Patient Access | ASHP Midyear
Experts conducted a study to better understand how ambulatory care pharmacist services impacted patient outcomes, provider workload, and access to care.
Q&A: Educating Patients, Providers to Increase Biosimilar Implementation | ASHP Midyear
Drug Topics met with Amanuel Kehasse, PharmD, PhD, to discuss the barriers surrounding biosimilar implementation in the prescription drug market.
Tapinarof Cream 1% Approved by FDA to Treat Atopic Dermatitis in Adults, Children 2 Years and Older
Vtama from Organon was previously approved in May 2022 to treat plaque psoriasis in adults.
In This Issue: Total Pharmacy December 2024
See what’s trending in pharmacy with a preview of the Total Pharmacy December issue.
Q&A: Pharmacists’ Understanding of CKD Therapies, Adverse Effects | ASHP Midyear
Denise Kelley, PharmD, BCPS, FASHP, joined Drug Topics to discuss various medications for chronic kidney disease and their common adverse reactions.
