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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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Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution Recalled for Illegible Labeling
04/16/2026
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for albuterol sulfate inhalation solution due to illegible labeling, affecting more than 146 000 unit-dose vials used in respiratory care.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for albuterol sulfate inhalation solution due to illegible labeling, affecting more than 146 000 unit-dose vials used in respiratory care.
The US Food and Drug...
04/16/2026
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Epinephrine Injection Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance
04/16/2026
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for epinephrine injection due to sterility assurance concerns, affecting more than 80 000 units used in emergency care settings.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for epinephrine injection due to sterility assurance concerns, affecting more than 80 000 units used in emergency care settings.
The US Food and Drug...
04/16/2026
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Cipla Cinacalcet Tablets Recalled for Nitrosamine Impurity Above Acceptable Limits
04/16/2026
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for multiple strengths of Cipla’s cinacalcet tablets due to nitrosamine impurity levels exceeding safety limits, raising concerns for long-term use in dialysis patients.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for multiple strengths of Cipla’s cinacalcet tablets due to nitrosamine impurity levels exceeding safety limits, raising concerns for long-term use in dialysis patients.
The US Food and Drug...
04/16/2026
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CMS Proposes Sweeping Prior Authorization Reforms for Drugs, Expanding Transparency and Electronic Requirements
04/15/2026
Hannah Musick
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has proposed sweeping reforms to modernize prior authorization for drugs, introducing faster decision timelines, expanded electronic requirements, and new transparency measures that could...
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has proposed sweeping reforms to modernize prior authorization for drugs, introducing faster decision timelines, expanded electronic requirements, and new transparency measures that could...
The Centers for Medicare &...
04/15/2026
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Xanax XR Tablets Recalled for Dissolution Failure
04/09/2026
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for Xanax XR tablets after testing revealed failed dissolution specifications, potentially affecting consistent drug release in patients treated for panic disorder.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for Xanax XR tablets after testing revealed failed dissolution specifications, potentially affecting consistent drug release in patients treated for panic disorder.
The US Food and Drug...
04/09/2026
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Cipla Lanreotide Injection Recalled for Lack of Sterility Assurance
04/09/2026
Hannah Musick
A Class II recall is in effect for Cipla’s lanreotide injection prefilled syringes due to sterility assurance concerns tied to manufacturing inspection deficiencies.
A Class II recall is in effect for Cipla’s lanreotide injection prefilled syringes due to sterility assurance concerns tied to manufacturing inspection deficiencies.
A Class II recall is in effect...
04/09/2026
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Class II Recall for Tramadol Hydrochloride Due to Nitrosamine Impurity Above Specifications
04/09/2026
Hannah Musick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for tramadol tablets after stability testing detected a nitrosamine impurity above acceptable limits, raising concerns about long-term exposure.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for tramadol tablets after stability testing detected a nitrosamine impurity above acceptable limits, raising concerns about long-term exposure.
The US Food and Drug...
04/09/2026
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PharmLaw
DOJ Targets Over $500 Million in Health Care and COVID-19 Fraud Schemes Across Multiple Enforcement Actions
04/08/2026
Hannah Musick
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched sweeping enforcement actions targeting over $500 million in alleged fraud across Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment, Medicaid drug billing, and COVID-19 relief programs, highlighting...
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has launched sweeping enforcement actions targeting over $500 million in alleged fraud across Affordable Care Act (ACA) enrollment, Medicaid drug billing, and COVID-19 relief programs, highlighting...
The US Department of Justice...
04/08/2026
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Macleods Recalls Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets Due to Subpotency
04/02/2026
Hannah Musick
Macleods Pharma USA, Inc is recalling one lot of levothyroxine sodium tablets 150 mcg nationwide after testing identified subpotent drug levels that may reduce therapeutic effectiveness.
Macleods Pharma USA, Inc is recalling one lot of levothyroxine sodium tablets 150 mcg nationwide after testing identified subpotent drug levels that may reduce therapeutic effectiveness.
Macleods Pharma USA, Inc is...
04/02/2026
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Class II Recall Issued for Poractant Alfa Over Sterility Concerns
04/02/2026
Hannah Musick
Chiesi USA, Inc is recalling select lots of CUROSURF (poractant alfa) intratracheal suspension due to lack of sterility assurance, potentially increasing the risk of contamination in a critical neonatal therapy.
Chiesi USA, Inc is recalling select lots of CUROSURF (poractant alfa) intratracheal suspension due to lack of sterility assurance, potentially increasing the risk of contamination in a critical neonatal therapy.
Chiesi USA, Inc is recalling...
04/02/2026
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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
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