Alberta pharmacists can no longer prescribe or dispense many opioid drugsPharmacists in Alberta who have patients using some narcotic drugs to treat opioid use disorder must have transferred them to eligible, licensed AHS clinics. Drug for rare form of Lou Gehrig's disease OK'd by U.S. FDA It’s the first drug for an inherited form of ALS. Health Canada approves new antibody drug to help prevent serious RSV in babies Nirsevimab, also known by its brand name Beyfortus, was authorized on April 19. It was developed by AstraZeneca and Sanofi. DRUG QUIZ: Nephrotic syndrome Nephrotic syndrome is a collection of symptoms including albuminuria, hyperlipidemia, hypoalbuminemia, and edema, indicating kidney damage. Drug news—March/April 2023 A review of new launches, new indications, new dosage forms and Health Canada advisories. Health minister says stiffer rules could prevent over prescribing to U.S. patients Concern over potential drug shortages arose after a Texas-based doctor licensed in Nova Scotia wrote 17,000 prescriptions for Ozempic over three months, but for people living in the United States. Ryaltris will soon be available for treating seasonal allergic rhinitis symptoms Intranasal spray contains an antihistamine and a corticosteroid for twice-daily use in persons six years of age or older. Unproven premature birth drug Makena forced off market by U.S. FDA The decision follows repeated efforts by Swiss drugmaker Covis Pharma to keep Makena on the U.S. market while it conducted additional studies. The buzz on natural health products Key drug interactions, safety issues, and how to approach NHP use by your patients. Full list of contraceptives now free to patients through new B.C. initiative The province provided key information for prescribers and pharmacists adapting to the new coverage options. First Previous 29 30 31 32 33 Next Last
