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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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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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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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Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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
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
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
News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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News
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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PharmLaw
06/24/2026
Hannah Musick
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association has sued Illinois to block key provisions of the state's Prescription Drug Affordability Act, setting up a legal challenge that could shape the future of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM)...
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association has sued Illinois to block key provisions of the state's Prescription Drug Affordability Act, setting up a legal challenge that could shape the future of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM)...
The Pharmaceutical Care...
06/24/2026
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News
06/17/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class III recall for primidone tablets for cross contamination with other products, affecting 27 936 bottles.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class III recall for primidone tablets for cross contamination with other products, affecting 27 936 bottles.
The US Food and Drug...
06/17/2026
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News
06/17/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for alcohol sanitizer spray due to microbial contamination, affecting 5 drums.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for alcohol sanitizer spray due to microbial contamination, affecting 5 drums.
The US Food and Drug...
06/17/2026
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News
06/17/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for doxorubicin hydrochloride liposome injection due to the presence of particulate matter, affecting 675 vials.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for doxorubicin hydrochloride liposome injection due to the presence of particulate matter, affecting 675 vials.
The US Food and Drug...
06/17/2026
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PharmLaw
06/16/2026
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Ahold Delhaize USA agreed to pay $40 million to resolve allegations that supermarket pharmacies reported inflated usual and customary drug prices to federal health care programs.
Ahold Delhaize USA agreed to pay $40 million to resolve allegations that supermarket pharmacies reported inflated usual and customary drug prices to federal health care programs.
Ahold Delhaize USA agreed to pay...
06/16/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
PharmLaw
06/11/2026
Hannah Musick
A federal court has granted Eli Lilly a preliminary injunction in its lawsuit alleging a $200 million rebate fraud scheme involving Trulicity, requiring defendants to provide detailed documentation for future rebate claims and signaling...
A federal court has granted Eli Lilly a preliminary injunction in its lawsuit alleging a $200 million rebate fraud scheme involving Trulicity, requiring defendants to provide detailed documentation for future rebate claims and signaling...
A federal court has granted Eli...
06/11/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
06/11/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for duloxetine delayed release capsules for Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations, affecting 50 bottles.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for duloxetine delayed release capsules for Current Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) deviations, affecting 50 bottles.
The US Food and Drug...
06/11/2026
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News
06/11/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for extra strength antacid calcium carbonate due to the presence of metallic particles in the product.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for extra strength antacid calcium carbonate due to the presence of metallic particles in the product.
The US Food and Drug...
06/11/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
06/11/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for amlodipine and olmesartan medoxomil tablets due to failed dissolution specifications, affecting 15 696 bottles.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class II recall for amlodipine and olmesartan medoxomil tablets due to failed dissolution specifications, affecting 15 696 bottles.
The US Food and Drug...
06/11/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network
News
06/04/2026
Rebecca Amrick
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for MG217 multisymptom treatment cream and skin protectant due to microbial contamination of staphylococcus aureus, affecting 690 tubes.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall for MG217 multisymptom treatment cream and skin protectant due to microbial contamination of staphylococcus aureus, affecting 690 tubes.
The US Food and Drug...
06/04/2026
Pharmacy Learning Network

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Headshot and logo for Talking Therapeutics with Douglas Jennings, PharmD
Talking Therapeutics
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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