New products: Latest drug releases for June/JulyOur clinical writer Lu-Ann Murdoch keeps up to date on all the latest drug news in Canada. This summer she's highlighted three new launches including an atypical antipsychotic, a therapy for plaque psoriasis and pre-exposure prophylaxis for COVID-19. All provinces should allow pharmacists to prescribe Paxlovid, CPhA says“It’s a natural fit," said Dr. Danielle Paes, Chief Pharmacist Officer for the CPhA. DOACs found to be safe in breast cancer patients using tamoxifen Canadian researchers find risk is no higher than with aromatase inhibitors. Case report: Not this rash again! Dr. Robert Dickson sees a patient with a puzzling rash at his walk-in clinic. MDMA trial in Montreal requires 'corrective measures' but can continue: Health Canada The trial is investigating the use of MDMA to treat PTSD. CVS seeks verification on drugs with possible abortion use CVS Health is asking pharmacists in some states to verify that a few of the prescriptions they provide will not be used end a pregnancy. Case study: My patient with opioid-use disorder has terrible cancer pain Dr. Marcus Greatheart gives his take on best practices when communicating with patients with these concurrent issues. Rise People partners with online pharmacy Pocketpills Rise People has partnered with Pocketpills to expand its healthcare offerings into online pharmacy. More doctors across Canada should prescribe safer drugs to reduce overdoses: minister WHO recommends against using fluvoxamine for non-severe COVID-19 Use should be restricted to clinical trials; other options are recommended for non-severe COVID-19, including nirmatrelvir–ritonavir (Paxlovid) and remdesivir. First Previous 246 247 248 249 250 Next Last
