The Federal Food Drug & Cosmetic Act determines the classification of pharmaceutical products as being available by prescription only (RxOnly) or OTC. States have the authority to decide who may prescribe and who may dispense RxOnly drugs.

David B. Brushwood, BSPharm, JD

The layered learning practice model (LLPM) allows new practitioner pharmacists to precept students and other learners while also being precepted by more experienced practitioners.

Brittany Botescu, PharmD; Paria Sanaty Zadeh, PharmD; and Bella Blankenship, PharmD

Pharmacists have long been recognized for the vital roles that they play in delivering vaccines and providing education to patients in their communities.

The initial shock of the COVID-19 pandemic has worn off. Fast forward 3 years later to today, and a clearer picture has emerged of both the individual as well as broader organizational effects of prolonged stress from the pandemic. Some pharmacy personnel are leaving, others are experiencing apathy, and there are clear threats to patient safety.

Last October, Adderall (amphetamine/dextroamphetamine) and its generics entered shortage status. As prescribers scrambled to find alternatives for their adult and pediatric patients with ADHD, many other central nervous system stimulants have seen intermittent shortages as well.