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Americans Take Prescriptions a Large Portion of Their Lives
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A new study published in Demography suggested that pharmacists do not need to worry much about their job security. The report advised that prescription drug use is extremely high in the United States and that most residents can expect to take the medications for roughly one-half of their lives. The rates are especially high for women. Read more.
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DOACs Linked to Lower Risk of Kidney Problems
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Acute kidney injury and progression of chronic kidney disease appear to be reduced in atrial fibrillation patients who initiate direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) instead of vitamin K antagonists, such as warfarin, according to a new study. Find out how much difference drug selection made and why the authors recommend more monitoring of patients who are newly prescribed oral anticoagulants.
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Many Focal Epilepsy Patients Continue First Antiseizure Medication
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More than one-third of focal epilepsy patients remain on monotherapy with their first prescribed antiseizure medication. In fact, persisting on the same drug is especially likely with lamotrigine for a longer duration compared with levetiracetam, according to a new report. Find out more information on the patterns of antiseizure medication usage over time.
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Pharmacist Video Series: HEPLISAV-B
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In this installment of the Pharmacist Recommendation Series, U.S. Pharmacist Editor-in-Chief Robert Davidson talks with Charlotte Yum, PharmD, AAHIVP, CSP, about how pharmacists can “Identify, Recommend and Protect” patients from hepatitis B. Click here to view video.
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