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Pharmacists Improve Quality of Depression Care at Patient, Community Levels
Social determinants of health can worsen mental health disorders such as depression, but the effect of depression can also negatively impact social determinants of health.
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Investigators Find Piezo1 Has Potential for the Future of Asthma Treatment
Piezo1 is a protein produced by type 2 innate lymphoid cells when activated by an allergen and can limit the immune cell’s activity when triggered by a reaction.
Newest Indication for Bempedoic Acid Expands Patient Population
In March 2024, the label for bempedoic acid was expanded to reduce cardiovascular risk and expand the low-density lipoprotein-C (LDL-C) lowering in both primary and secondary prevention patients.
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Expert: New Schizophrenia Treatments Targeting Muscarinic Receptors
Potential for integration into care and future advancements for gaps in current schizophrenia treatments
More Research Needed for Treatment of Clozapine-Resistant Schizophrenia
Current evidence and data regarding clozapine-resistant schizophrenia is unclear, but new treatment options are on the horizon that could show promise.
Contraceptive Considerations and Communication Strategies for Patients with Psychiatric Conditions
Guidance on evaluating contraceptive options for patients with psychiatric conditions
Patient Preferences Play Essential Part in Contraceptive Care
Although there are medical considerations for patients with psychiatric conditions, prescribers must consider patient preference to increase adherence and effectiveness of contraception.
FDA Approves Dolutegravir/Lamivudine for Treatment of Adolescents With HIV-1 Infection
The treatment is indicated for adolescents at least 12 years of age who weigh at least 25 kg without a previous treatment history of antiretroviral therapies.
Empagliflozin Shows 10% Relative Risk Reduction in Time to First Hospitalization Due to Heart Failure
The finding did not reach statistical significance in the primary composite endpoint.
Novel Approaches to Treating the Full Spectrum of Schizophrenia Symptoms, Modulating Dopamine and Glutamate Neurotransmission
New approaches for treating all schizophrenia symptoms by modulating dopamine and glutamate in non-traditional ways.
Study: Blended Antioxidant Supplement Could Improve Age-Related Health Decline
Aged mice displayed improvements in their spatial cognition, short-term memory, and muscle durability.
Safety Data Confirm Viability of Flu, RSV Vaccines For Patients at Risk of Heart Failure
Investigators reported a low incidence of adverse events after simultaneous vaccination against seasonal influenza and respiratory syncytial virus.
Pharmacists Facilitate Harm Reduction for Patients With Anxiety Using Cannabis
Data for generalized anxiety disorders and cannabis use is scarce, but pharmacists can help educate patients on potential benefits and risks of cannabis usage.
Expert: The Evolving Landscape of Pharmacologic Research and Clinical Management of Symptoms in Borderline Personality Disorder
Expert perspective on current research, treatment approaches, and clinical considerations for pharmacologic management of borderline personality disorder
Exploring Treatment Options for Patients with Treatment-Resistant Schizophrenia
Potential adjunctive and novel treatment options based on a patient's specific symptoms and clinical factors are being explored to treat treatment-resistant schizophrenia
New Data Shows Positive Results for Sotagliflozin for Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease, Diabetes
The abstracts will be presented at the American College of Cardiology Conference from April 6 to April 8, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia.
Novel Drugs Targeting Different Pathways Show Promise in Schizophrenia
Developments in glycine transporter type 1 inhibitors, D-amino acid oxidase inhibitors, and phosphodiesterase inhibitors are pushing schizophrenia research forward.
Study: Empagliflozin Reduces MACE Regardless of Baseline Albuminuria Levels
The results further confirm earlier findings from the EMPA-KIDNEY trial.
Challenges and Opportunities for Pharmacists in Clinical Research
Although the number of clinical trials has quadrupled, the number of FDA approvals remains stable over a 10-year period, highlighting workforce challenges in clinical research.
FDA Approves Fam-Trastuzumab Deruxtecan-nxki for Unresectable or Metastatic HER2-Positive Solid Tumors
This is the fifth indication for fam-trastuzumab deruxtecan-nxki (Enhertu; Daiichi Sankyo and AstraZeneca) approved by the FDA.
Addressing the Challenges of Implementing Bispecific Antibodies in Health Care Centers
There are unique complexities when implementing bispecific antibodies, including site of care considerations, monitoring, and management of adverse events.
Managing Adverse Event Profiles for Three Bispecific Antibodies Approved for Lymphoma
These FDA-approved therapies are used to treat lymphoma after 2 or more lines of therapy and represent significant advancements in the treatment of lymphoma.
Relapsed/Refractory Multiple Myeloma Treatment Advances With Three BiTE Therapy Options
FDA-approved BiTE therapies for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma show promising response rates, offering off-the-shelf alternatives to CAR T therapy.
FDA Approves Idecabtagene Vicleucel for Multiple Myeloma After 2 or More Lines of Therapy
The approval expands the prior indication of idecabtagene vicleucel (Abecma; Bristol Myers Squibb), which will make the drug available to patients in earlier lines.
Milvexian Research as Both Monotherapy, Combination Therapy Shows Great Promise as Factor XIa Inhibitor
The Librexia program includes 3 concurrent clinical trials, investigating milvexian’s use for ischemic stroke, acute coronary syndrome, and atrial fibrillation
Expert: Exploring the Growing Market of GLP-1 Medications
James Shehan discusses the growth of the GLP-1 receptor agonist market for medicated-assisted weight loss.
Navigating the Landscape of Cannabis Use in Oncology
Despite being a Schedule I drug, cannabis is increasingly used in oncology for symptom management, although data remains limited.
Addressing Ongoing Diversity Gaps in Oncology Clinical Trials
Lisa Janssen Carlson, PharmD, BCOP, discusses some background and history of regulations for the conduct of clinical trials.
5 Key Sessions at the American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists Annual Meeting 2024
Pharmacy Times will be at the American Association of Psychiatric Pharmacists (AAPP) Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida from April 7 to April 10, 2024.
Pharmacy Focus: Policy Edition - Discussing the DRUG Act and PBM Reform
Greg Baker, CEO of AffirmedRx, discusses the DRUG Act legislation and its potential impact on curbing rising drug costs through PBM reform.
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