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Antiepileptic Drugs

FDA's analysis of placebo-controlled clinical studies of eleven antiepileptic drugs showed patients receiving antiepileptic drugs had approximately twice the risk of suicidal behavior or ideation compared to patients receiving placebo.

Study Validates Medication Therapy Management Principles

A ground-breaking analysis has been conducted to assess the validity of a tool that can form the basis of establishing or evaluating programs intended to assist patients managing complicated or costly medication therapies. The findings have been published in the Journal of Managed Care Pharmacy as a supplement to its January issue, which also includes version 2.0 of Sound Medication Therapy Management Programs.

ABPI Hails Opportunity To Consolidate Pharmacy Representation, UK

The opportunity to establish a new leadership body for pharmacists is a once in a lifetime opportunity to consolidate the fragmented representation in pharmacy, the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) has said in comments to the Clarke Inquiry."The pharmaceutical industry wants to work with an effective and efficient professional body representing the views of all pharmacists," said Dr Richard Barker, Director General of the ABPI.

Actions Taken On Women’s Health-Related Legislation In Maine, Washington State

The following highlights recent news of state actions on women's health-related legislation.Birth Control Maine: The Legislative Council on Thursday voted 5-4 to block Sen. Doug Smith (R) from introducing a bill to the Senate that would require parental consent before any public school could provide prescription birth control to students ages 14 and younger, the

Statement From GPhA President And CEO Kathleen Jaeger On The President’s State Of The Union Address, USA

Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA) President and CEO Kathleen Jaeger released the following statement in response to President Bush's State of Union address: "Last night, President Bush stated that 'we share a common goal: making health care more affordable and accessible for all Americans.' The American generic pharmaceutical industry couldn't agree more.

Applications Sought For BPC 2008 Practice Research Conference Award, UK

Nominations or applications for the 2008 Practice Research Conference Award are invited for the consideration of the BPC Practice Research Panel. This prestigious award, sponsored for the first time by the Pharmacy Practice Research Trust, is intended to recognise individuals who have made a significant contribution to the field of pharmacy practice research and who have the potential to become a leader in the field.

Government Accepts RPSGB Stance On Future Pharmacy Body, UK

The Government have ruled out the possibility of transferring any of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain's functions, other than regulatory, to the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). During a debate on the Health and Social Care Bill, Health Minister, Ben Bradshaw MP, gave an unequivocal explanation of the aims of the Government with regard to de-merging the Society's professional body from its regulatory activities.

UA-Led Research Team Awarded $50 Million to Solve Plant Biology’s Grand Challenges

The grant marks significant progress in Arizona’s goal to become an international leader in the biosciences.

Applications Invited For BPC 2008 Conference Science Medal, UK

Applications are now being invited for the prestigious 2008 British Pharmaceutical Conference (BPC) Science Medal, the winner of which will be invited to present a lecture on his or her work at the 2009 conference. Applications are now open internationally to scientists working in a pharmaceutical or allied discipline (in industry or academia) with a proven track record of independent research, and published work that shows outstanding promise.

NCPA Offers Free Respiratory Care Certificate Program - Online Program Helps Pharmacists Expand Niche Services

Pharmacists interested in offering respiratory care services can now benefit from the new NCPA Respiratory Care Certificate Program. Developed by the National Community Pharmacists Association, this free continuing education (CE) program, available for the first time in an online format, provides pharmacists and staff members the hands-on clinical and business knowledge necessary to develop a successful respiratory patient care niche.

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