Pharma Digests
Compounding Pharmacy Violations Which Put Patients at Risk
During a recent FDA inspection of a compounding pharmacy, several serious GMP deficiencies were found in the facility intended to produce sterile products. The FDA investigators identified several violations, which put patients at risk. The violations included the preparation, packing, and holding of drug products under unsanitary conditions, resulting in ... Read More
Fentanyl Patches | Drug Digest
Fentanyl patches are used to relieve severe pain in people who are expected to need pain medication around the clock for a long time (chronic pain) and who cannot be treated with other medications. Fentanyl is in a class of medications called narcotics. It works by changing the way the ... Read More
Different Types of Clinical Research Studies
Clinical research studies come in many different forms, each with its own purpose and unique approach. Let’s take a look at some of the most common types of studies: Prevention trials are like superheroes, working to prevent the development of a particular condition or disease. Researchers test a variety of ... Read More
Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection | Drug Digest
Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection is indicated for the treatment of patients with systemic and/or local bacterial infections, caused by piperacillin resistant, piperacillin/tazobactam susceptible, β-lactamase producing strains of the designated microorganisms in the specified conditions listed below: To reduce the development of drug resistant bacteria, Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injection ... Read More
Physicochemical Properties of Drugs
Physicochemical properties are all the physical and chemical properties of a drug, which are influence the drug performance or action. Various Physico-Chemical Properties of Drugs Thermodynamic properties Kinetic properties Spectroscopic properties Surface properties Mechanical properties Packing properties If a deficiency is detected, then the project team should decide on the ... Read More
Clinical Pharmacy Standards of Practice
Clinical pharmacists are licensed pharmacists with specialized advanced education and training who provide comprehensive medication management and related care for patients in all health care settings. Clinical pharmacists also work in collaboration with other providers to deliver comprehensive medication management that optimizes patient outcomes. The clinical pharmacist’s standards of practice ... Read More
Osteoarthritis Management Guidelines
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, and is a leading cause of disability among older adults. The knees, hips, and hands are the most commonly affected by osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is characterized by pathology involving the whole joint, including cartilage degradation, bone remodeling, osteophyte formation, and synovial ... Read More
COPD Management Guidelines
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of chronic lung diseases that block air flow in lungs, such as chronic bronchitis. Symptoms of COPD Diagnosis of COPD Patients who are older than 40 years of age and who are current or ex-smokers should undertake spirometry if they answer yes ... Read More
Diabetes Management Guidelines
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) in human body. This results from lack of insulin in the body or failure of body cells to respond to circulating insulin. Persistent hyperglycemia results in progressive multiple organ damage giving rise to both acute and chronic ... Read More
Safety Measures for Cell Culture Laboratory
A cell culture laboratory poses risks associated with handling and manipulating cells and tissues as well as toxic, corrosive or mutagenic solvents and reagents. Therefore, adherence to standard microbiological practices and techniques is of paramount importance to mitigate risks and ensure safety at all times. There are four ascending levels ... Read More
Obesity Management Guidelines
The American Medical Association (AMA) designated obesity as a chronic disease and the World Health Organization (WHO) defines obesity as a body mass index (BMI) of ≥ 30 kg/m2. It is associated with numerous health factors – diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, sleep disorder, high cholesterol, and other chronic health conditions. The ... Read More