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When Rx-to-OTC Switch Medications Become Generic 6/19/2008

There is little debate that the Rx-to-OTC switch movement (when a prescription drug is reclassified to nonprescription or OTC status) has caused major changes in the pharmacy marketplace. When the patent on a prescription medication expires, the manufacturer typically experiences a dip in profits due to emerging competition from generics.

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Labeling Guidelines for Antipsychotics During Pregnancy

The labeling for all antipsychotics will be updated to include an enhanced pregnancy section. 

Prostate and Kidney Precautions With Nonprescription Products

Certain categories of OTC products are problematic for patients with renal or prostate disorders. 

Alleviating Menstrual Discomfort: PMS and Dysmenorrhea

Premenstrual pain and cramping can be treated with nonprescription analgesics. 

Dosing Common Cold Products in Children: New Guidelines

Labeling for OTC cough and cold medications now states: “Do not use in children under 4 years of age.”

Nonprescription Products and Heart Warnings

A great many OTC products advise against medically unsupervised use in patients with heart disease or hypertension. 

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Generic Industry Outlook 6/19/2007

Pharmacies have an ever-growing number of generic suppliers that provide product selection and variety.

Mining Ban Unconstitutional 6/19/2007

The New Hampshire Legislature enacted a law that bans pharmacies, insurance companies, and similar entities from transferring or using prescriber-identifiable data for certain commercial purposes.

Whatever Happened to Customer Service? 2/20/2007

It seems a day doesn't go by that I don't ask myself "Whatever happened to customer service?" During the winter holidays when telephone, Internet, and store traffic was at an all-time high, a drop-off in customer service may be unacceptable, but it is understandable.

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