January 4 Health Systems Pancreatitis Landmark trial suggests aggressive fluid therapy in pancreatitis may cause more harm than good PT December 2022 Randomized controlled trials that investigate the optimal parameters of fluid resuscitation in acute pancreatitis remain scarce. Corey Diamond, PharmD
January 5 Bulletin Today Bulletin Today News roundup PT January 2023 Is buprenorphine or methadone better for opioid use disorder in pregnancy? FDA grants fast track approval for OTC nasal spray. Shingles may increase risk for stroke, heart attack. Study finds benzodiazepines for sleep increased overdose risk for young adults. Recovering COVID patients seem to have elevated risk for newly diagnosed diabetes
January 5 Today's Perspective Today's Perspective Pharmacists: Heroes of the pandemic PT January 2023 According to the latest CDC data, the U.S. has experienced a bump in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and death this winter.
January 5 Association Perspective Association Perspective A new year and a turning point for pharmacy PT January 2023 The pharmacy profession and the patient care services delivered by the pharmacy team have evolved significantly over the past few years, bringing new opportunities and challenges.
January 5 Drugs & Diseases New & Approved New Indications PT January 2023 Ioflupane i 123, Levonorgestrel, Pemetrexed.
January 5 Drugs & Diseases OTCs Today Cool that heartburn PT January 2023 Heartburn is a very common gastrointestinal complaint, often described as a burning sensation in the chest. Mary Warner
January 5 Drugs & Diseases On the Shelf Evening primrose oil PT January 2023 Best known for treating inflammation, evening primrose oil (EPO) has been a popular supplement for centuries used to address a host of conditions. Mickie Cathers
January 5 Drugs & Diseases Antidepressants & Depression USPSTF recommends anxiety screening for youth PT January 2023 The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) now recommends that children and adolescents should be screened for anxiety. Johanna Taylor Katroscik, PharmD
January 5 Drugs & Diseases Antidepressants Antidepressant use in pregnancy comes more into focus PT January 2023 Studying antidepressant use in pregnancy has led to an abundance of research, but without many answers. Loren Bonner
January 5 Drugs & Diseases Meds and Food What medications can be taken with and without food? PT January 2023 Many medications can be taken without regard to meals, but which ones need to be taken with food? Lauren Howell, PharmD