Clinical Pharmacy
DOSTINEX (Cabergoline) | Drug Digest
DOSTINEX (cabergoline) works by acting on the pituitary gland which is located at the base of the brain. By stimulating this gland, it prevents the production of the hormone prolactin. DOSTINEX is indicated for: 1. Treatment of hyperprolactinemic disorders: DOSTINEX is indicated for the treatment of hyperprolactinemic disorders, either idiopathic ... Read More
Nicotine Gum | Effectively Relief Your Cravings
Nicotine Gum comes in 2mg or 4mg so you can choose the right strength based on how much you smoke. Nicotine is absorbed quickly through the lining of your mouth helping to effectively relief your cravings. What strength you need to use? How to use the gum? Ask your doctor ... Read More
Diabetes and Heart Failure | Improving Awareness
Adults with diabetes are at increased risk for the development of asymptomatic cardiac structural or functional abnormalities (stage B heart failure) or symptomatic (stage C) heart failure. Consider screening adults with diabetes by measuring a natriuretic peptide (B-type natriuretic peptide [BNP] or N-terminal pro-BNP [NT-proBNP]) to facilitate prevention of stage ... Read More
Prediabetes | A Silent Disease
Prediabetes are mostly silent diseases (without any signs or symptoms). It’s common and reversible. You can prevent or delay prediabetes from turning into type 2 diabetes with simple, proven lifestyle changes. What Is Prediabetes? Prediabetes is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not ... Read More
Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Primary function: Antioxidant; enzyme cofactor for carnitine, collagen, neurotransmitter biosynthesis; modulates absorption, transport, storage of iron. Selected sources: Citrus fruits, sweet peppers, kiwifruit, broccoli, strawberries, brussels sprouts, cantaloupe. Dietary Reference Intake Vitamin C functions physiologically as a water-soluble antioxidant by virtue of its high reducing power. It is a cofactor ... Read More
Tips for Effective Pharmacovigilance Reporting of Adverse Events
As a pharmaceutical professionals, it’s our duty to ensure that any adverse events related to drug use are reported accurately and efficiently. Here are 10 essential tips to enhance the effectiveness of your Pharmacovigilance reporting: PROMPT REPORTING It’s crucial to report adverse events as soon as they are identified. Timely ... Read More
How to Prevent Medication Error?
A preventable event that may cause or lead to inappropriate medication use or patient harm while the medication is in the control of the health care professional or patient/consumer. Medication incidents can have a devastating impact on: What is a Near Miss? An event that could have resulted in unwanted ... Read More
Dietary Reference Intakes for Iron
Salt form conversion Primary functions Sources Dietary Reference Intake Note: vegetarians may require 1.8-fold greater iron intake as nonheme iron less bioavailable than heme iron. Read also:
Over-utilization of Proton-Pump Inhibitors
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are among the most commonly used medications in the world. Developed for the treatment and prevention of acid-mediated upper gastrointestinal conditions, these agents are being used increasingly for indications where their benefits are less certain and for indeterminate durations. Long-term PPI use has been associated with ... Read More
Calcium Gluconate Injection | Drug Digest
Calcium Gluconate Injection is a form of calcium indicated for pediatric and adult patients for the treatment of acute symptomatic hypocalcemia. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: MONITORING: CONTRAINDICATIONS: WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS: ADVERSE REACTIONS: USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS: NOTES: Read also: Resource Person: Lobna Adi (Clinical Pharmacist)
Different Phases of Clinical Trials
Pre-clinical (or laboratory) Studies Clinical trials are done only after preclinical findings suggest that the new drug or treatment is likely to be safe and will work in people. Pre-clinical studies, also called laboratory studies, include: Cell Studies Animal studies Phase 0 Studies The IND application must contain certain information, ... Read More