New data show no new cases of PML in Tysabri patients
Biogen Idec and Elan Corp. announced new data on the incidence of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) associated with the use of multiple sclerosis treatment natalizumab (Tysabri). According to the companies, no new cases of PML have been reported since the re-launch in the United States and launch internationally in July 2006. As of the end of March 2008, about 26,000 patients were receiving the therapy worldwide. The data were presented this week at the 60th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) in Chicago. The companies also presented findings from the
Pharmacists Play Unique Role in Advancing Health Equity for Patients With Chronic Disease
December 7th 2023A new study, outlined in a poster at ASHP Midyear 2023, identified 3 key themes associated with the ways in which pharmacists are positioned to advance health equity for patients with chronic diseases.
Assessing Financial Impacts of Pharmacist-Led Interventions in Pediatric Ambulatory Care
December 5th 2023According to a poster abstract presented at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting & Exhibition, specialty pharmacy services were used for a variety of conditions that have been reported in adult populations.