CVS Pharmacy Begins Offering Cannabidiol (CBD) Products
On March 20, the largest pharmacy chain CVS announced that it would be selling Cannabidiol (CBD) in certain states. Currently, there are 8 states where…
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Why Should You Talk to Your Pharmacist?
Many people underestimate the role of a pharmacist in the healthcare field. Because of this, they do not talk to a pharmacist during a pharmacy…
Mylan’s EpiPen Shortage And Generic EpiPen Version From Teva
EpiPen is one of the most effective and expensive solutions developed to save the lives of people who have severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis). It’s manufactured…
The FDA Reviews Its Approach to Homeopathic Drugs
In 1796, Samuel Hahnemann developed an alternative medical practice based on two main principles: Law of infinitesimals; this principle states that the more diluted substance…
Low Testosterone and Methods to Increasing it
On bodybuilders and some medical forums people can now notice the abbreviation TRT more frequently than they’ve seen before. TRT stands for Testosterone Replacement Therapy…
Kroger Pharmacy Integrates With Michigan’s Prescription Drug Monitoring System
In order to better track prescription medication abuse, Kroger pharmacy stores in Michigan have finished their integration of the Michigan Automated Prescription Systems (MAPS) advanced…
Maryland Lawmakers Against High Medication Costs
In order to fight increases in medication costs caused by some pricing practices, Maryland lawmakers passed a bill that aims to keep generics the same…
Scott Gottlieb Selected As FDA Nominee
On April 5 Dr. Scott Gottlieb was questioned by Democratic senators about his ability to lead the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) because of…
NCPA, WSPA, NACDS vs Medicaid Rule
The Washington State Pharmacy Association (WSPA), in collaboration with the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS), on…
Compounding Pharmacies In a Nutshell
A drug shortage, personal care needs, discontinuation of prescription drug production, as well as an increase in medications prices made compounding pharmacies more popular. Now…