PUBLICATIONS

2011 NCPA Digest reports on the health of community pharmacy

Independent community pharmacists achieved a new record this year in promoting generic drugs, according to the 2011 NCPA Digest, Sponsored by Cardinal Health. » More

FDA ACTIONS

FDA approves tadalafil to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia

FDA recently approved tadalafil (Cialis, Eli Lilly) tablets for once-daily use for the treatment of 3 indications: erectile dysfunction, the signs and symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia, and ED and the signs and symptoms of BPH in men who have both conditions. » More

FDA enters consent decree of permanent injunction against Florida drug companies

FDA recently announced that the District Court for the Middle District of Florida entered a consent decree that prohibits Hill Dermaceuticals Inc., Hill Labs Inc., and certain individuals from introducing adulterated drugs into interstate commerce. » More

CLINICAL NEWS

Asthma tied to poorer diabetes control in kids

Children with diabetes may have a higher-than-average rate of asthma, and those with both conditions seem to have a tougher time keeping their blood sugar under control, a recent study suggests. » More

Antipsychotics get mixed review for unapproved use

Atypical antipsychotic medications are often prescribed for conditions they aren't approved to treat — with questionable benefit, new research finds. » More

Survey

If two of the nation's largest PBMs, Express Scripts and Medco, merge, what would be the most significant implication for the industry?

a) Enhanced competition within the industry, resulting in even lower drug costs for PBM payer clients
b) Express Scripts' size advantage could reduce competition and increase long-term costs for payers
c) Increased pressures on retail pharmacies to compete in the market
d) Increased quality of PBM services across the industry as other PBMs strive to stay competitive
e) Minimal, if any

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OTC PRODUCTS

Saw palmetto extract does not reduce UT symptoms, study finds

Researchers found saw palmetto extract did not reduce urinary tract symptoms in 369 men with benign prostatic hyperplasia, a study reported recently in JAMA. » More

CHAINS & BUSINESS

Bartell Drugs kicks off fundraising program to benefit local nonprofits

Seattle-based Bartell Drugs this month launched a fundraising program to benefit local community groups with the introduction of its “B” Caring Card program. » More

ASSOCIATION NEWS

AMCP appoints its new CEO

The Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy recently appointed Edith Rosato, RPh, as its new CEO. » More

Pelley to be keynote speaker at NACDS Foundation Dinner

Scott Pelley, CBS Evening News anchor and managing editor, will be the keynote speaker for the 13th Annual NACDS Foundation Dinner in November. » More

TECHNOLOGY

New compact tablet counter is fast and accurate

Kirby Lester’s compact new KL1 tablet counter offers a compelling option for space-constrained pharmacies. » More

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