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Direct-Acting Oral Anticoagulant Combinations
04/10/2024
04/10/2024
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Antibiotic Recalled
01/19/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used...
01/19/2023
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Legislation to Fund Antibiotic Development for Superbugs Stirs Controversy
12/21/2022
Arthur Allen; Liz Szabo
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would...
12/21/2022
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Assessing Antibiotic Exposure Among Patients Admitted to VA Skilled Nursing Facility
12/08/2022
Edan Stanley
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an...
12/08/2022
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Fighting Endocarditis One Antibiotic at a Time
09/22/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline...
09/22/2022
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Antibiotic Recalled Over Impurity Findings
02/26/2021
Ascend Laboratories is recalling nine lots of cephalexin for oral suspension because impurity results during testing were “at [the] higher side of the specification limit.”
Ascend Laboratories is recalling nine lots of cephalexin for oral suspension because impurity results during testing were “at [the] higher side of the specification limit.”
Ascend Laboratories is recalling...
02/26/2021
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Children’s Hospitals Are Partly to Blame as Superbugs Increasingly Attack Kids
01/04/2021
A growing body of research shows that overuse and misuse of antibiotics in children’s hospitals is helping fuel superbugs, which typically strike frail older adults but are increasingly infecting kids—and the pandemic is making things worse.
A growing body of research shows that overuse and misuse of antibiotics in children’s hospitals is helping fuel superbugs, which typically strike frail older adults but are increasingly infecting kids—and the pandemic is making things worse.
A growing body of research shows...
01/04/2021
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Antibiotic Tablets Recalled
06/03/2020
A Class II recall is active for a prescription antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
A Class II recall is active for a prescription antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
A Class II recall is active for...
06/03/2020
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Antibiotic Recalled
03/27/2020
A prescription antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as acne, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections is being recalled.
A prescription antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as acne, urinary tract infections, and respiratory infections is being recalled.
A prescription antibiotic used...
03/27/2020
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Risk of Major Malformations Increased Among Pregnant Women Prescribed Macrolide Antibiotics
02/21/2020
During the first trimester of pregnancy, researchers found macrolide antibiotics increase the risk of major malformations, specifically cardiovascular malformations, compared with those who received penicillin antibiotics.
During the first trimester of pregnancy, researchers found macrolide antibiotics increase the risk of major malformations, specifically cardiovascular malformations, compared with those who received penicillin antibiotics.
During the first trimester of...
02/21/2020
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Antibiotics Likely Unneeded for Aspiration of Pancreatic Cysts
02/03/2020
Although guidelines recommend antibiotic prophylaxis before or during endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration of pancreatic cysts, the risk of infection from the procedure is low, a randomized controlled trial reveals.
Although guidelines recommend antibiotic prophylaxis before or during endoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration of pancreatic cysts, the risk of infection from the procedure is low, a randomized controlled trial reveals.
Although guidelines recommend...
02/03/2020
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Antibiotic Recalled
01/19/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis is being recalled for failing to meet impurity/degradation specifications.
A prescription antibiotic used...
01/19/2023
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Legislation to Fund Antibiotic Development for Superbugs Stirs Controversy
12/21/2022
Arthur Allen; Liz Szabo
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would provide $6 billion to pharmaceutical manufacturers to incentivize antibiotic development, has sparked support and criticism throughout the health care industry.
The PASTEUR Act, which would...
12/21/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
Assessing Antibiotic Exposure Among Patients Admitted to VA Skilled Nursing Facility
12/08/2022
Edan Stanley
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an antimicrobial stewardship monitoring program within the long-term care setting could assist in maximizing therapy while reducing antibiotic exposure,” found researchers.
“The implementation of an...
12/08/2022
Veterans Health Today
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Antibiotics Overprescribed for COPD
10/22/2019
"A recent multicenter trial showed that antibiotic prescribing can be reduced safely in COPD patients by using a rapid diagnostic (C-reactive protein) test," study coauthor Laura Shallcross, PhD, University College London, explained.
"A recent multicenter trial showed that antibiotic prescribing can be reduced safely in COPD patients by using a rapid diagnostic (C-reactive protein) test," study coauthor Laura Shallcross, PhD, University College London, explained.
"A recent multicenter trial...
10/22/2019
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Each Added Day of Postop Antibiotics Ups Risk of Kidney Injury, C. Diff Infection
05/01/2019
According to new study findings, each additional day of surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis increases the risks of acute kidney injury and Clostridium difficile infection and does not lead to reductions in surgical site infections.
According to new study findings, each additional day of surgical antimicrobial prophylaxis increases the risks of acute kidney injury and Clostridium difficile infection and does not lead to reductions in surgical site infections.
According to new study findings,...
05/01/2019
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Antibiotic Prescriptions Often Exceed Recommended Treatment Durations
03/07/2019
Many antibiotic prescriptions for common infections in primary care exceed durations recommended by guidelines, according to a new study.
Many antibiotic prescriptions for common infections in primary care exceed durations recommended by guidelines, according to a new study.
Many antibiotic prescriptions...
03/07/2019
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How Oral Antibiotics Impact Kidney Stone Risk
05/11/2018
A new study examined the risk of kidney stones in patients taking oral antibiotics. 
A new study examined the risk of kidney stones in patients taking oral antibiotics. 
A new study examined the risk...
05/11/2018
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CDC Reports Rare, Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria in 27 States
04/05/2018
The CDC identified over 200 cases of bacteria with rare antibiotic resistance genes in 27 states during the first 9 months of 2017, according to a new report.
The CDC identified over 200 cases of bacteria with rare antibiotic resistance genes in 27 states during the first 9 months of 2017, according to a new report.
The CDC identified over...
04/05/2018
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Sermorelin Recalled Due to Lack of Process Control
10/22/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Sermorelin is under a voluntary Class II recall due to a lack of process control, affecting 7 vials.
Sermorelin is under a voluntary Class II recall due to a lack of process control, affecting 7 vials.
Sermorelin is under a voluntary...
10/22/2026
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Tirzepatide/Niacinamide Recalled Due to Lack of Sterility Assurance
10/22/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for tirzepatide/niacinamide due to the product’s lack of sterility assurance, affecting 64 vials.
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for tirzepatide/niacinamide due to the product’s lack of sterility assurance, affecting 64 vials.
A voluntary Class II recall has...
10/22/2026
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Hydrocortisone Injection Recalled Due to the Failed Impurities Specifications
10/22/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for hydrocortisone sodium succinate injection due to failed impurities specifications, affecting 70 776 vials.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for hydrocortisone sodium succinate injection due to failed impurities specifications, affecting 70 776 vials.
The US Food and Drug...
10/22/2026
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Illinois Lab Owner Accused of Falsifying COVID-19 Tests for Federal Reimbursement
10/21/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
An Illinois laboratory owner faces federal wire fraud charges for allegedly submitting $66.2 million in fraudulent COVID-19 testing claims, including hundreds of thousands of tests that were never performed.
An Illinois laboratory owner faces federal wire fraud charges for allegedly submitting $66.2 million in fraudulent COVID-19 testing claims, including hundreds of thousands of tests that were never performed.
An Illinois laboratory owner...
10/21/2026
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BioSpectra Tris/Tromethamine Recalled Due to Failed Stability Specifications
10/15/2026
Rebecca Amrick
BioSpectra voluntarily recalled 200 kg of tris/tromethamine after the product failed to meet stability specifications, prompting a Class II classification by the FDA.
BioSpectra voluntarily recalled 200 kg of tris/tromethamine after the product failed to meet stability specifications, prompting a Class II classification by the FDA.
BioSpectra voluntarily recalled...
10/15/2026
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Fosfomycin Tromethamine Recalled Due to Failed Impurities Specifications
10/15/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for fosfomycin tromethamine granules for oral solution due to the product’s failure to meet impurities specifications.
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for fosfomycin tromethamine granules for oral solution due to the product’s failure to meet impurities specifications.
A voluntary Class II recall has...
10/15/2026
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IMAAVY Injection Recalled Due to the Presence of Particulate Matter
10/15/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for IMAAVY (nipocalimab-aahu) injection due to the presence of particulate matter, affecting 49 vials.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for IMAAVY (nipocalimab-aahu) injection due to the presence of particulate matter, affecting 49 vials.
The US Food and Drug...
10/15/2026
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PharmLaw
CVS $315 Million Settlement Highlights Controlled Substance Dispensing and Pharmacy Compliance Obligations
10/14/2026
Hannah Musick
CVS has agreed to pay $315 million to resolve federal allegations of unlawful controlled substance dispensing and improper Medicare billing, underscoring ongoing enforcement of pharmacy compliance requirements under the Controlled Substances...
CVS has agreed to pay $315 million to resolve federal allegations of unlawful controlled substance dispensing and improper Medicare billing, underscoring ongoing enforcement of pharmacy compliance requirements under the Controlled Substances...
CVS has agreed to pay $315...
10/14/2026
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Estradiol Gel Recalled Due to Defective Container
10/08/2026
Rebecca Amrick
Estradiol gel is under a voluntary Class II recall after defects were discovered in the product’s container, affecting 2592 cartons.
Estradiol gel is under a voluntary Class II recall after defects were discovered in the product’s container, affecting 2592 cartons.
Estradiol gel is under a...
10/08/2026
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Zoladex (Goserelin) Implant Recalled Due to Improper Temperature Regulation
10/08/2026
Rebecca Amrick
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for Zoladex (goserelin) implant due to issues in temperature regulation, a discrepancy that affects 296 cartons.
A voluntary Class II recall has been issued for Zoladex (goserelin) implant due to issues in temperature regulation, a discrepancy that affects 296 cartons.
A voluntary Class II recall has...
10/08/2026
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Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
Fighting Endocarditis One Antibiotic at a Time
09/22/2022
Douglas L. Jennings, PharmD, FACC, FAHA, FCCP, FHFSA, BCPS
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline recommendations and new research into the use of antibiotics in patients who are about to undergo invasive dental procedures.
Dr Jennings reviews guideline...
09/22/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network

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