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FDA approves Merilog, first NovoLog biosimilar for diabetes
The FDA approved Merilog (insulin-aspart-szjj), the first biosimilar to NovoLog, enhancing insulin accessibility and competition while potentially lowering costs.
How PBMs limit access to MS therapies
Pharmacy benefit managers inflate specialty generic prices, restrict pharmacy choice and increase patient costs, leaving many life-saving multiple sclerosis therapies inaccessible.
Emerging vision risks linked to semaglutide, tirzepatide
Recent data points to potential ophthalmic complications, including optic neuropathy and maculopathy, in patients treated with semaglutide and tirzepatide.
Understanding tirzepatide compounding restrictions
The FDA’s tirzepatide compounding rules present challenges for pharmacies, with deadlines in February and March of 2025, requiring compliance to avoid legal and regulatory risks.
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FDA approves Journavx, a safer painkiller alternative
The FDA's approval of Journavx, a first-in-class non-opioid analgesic for acute pain, marks a breakthrough that could reshape pain management and reduce reliance on opioids.
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FDA expands Ozempic's use for kidney, heart protection
Novo Nordisk's Ozempic gains FDA approval for kidney and heart protection in type 2 diabetes patients with chronic kidney disease, reinforcing its role in cardiometabolic care.
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Insulin prices fall amid growing competition, legislative action
Generics, biosimilars, pricing strategies and regulatory policies are driving a decline in insulin prices, creating affordability and improved access for patients.
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Red meat consumption linked to increased dementia risk
A large-scale study found that red meat is linked to a higher risk of dementia and cognitive decline, emphasizing the importance of dietary adjustments for better brain health.
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FTC report reveals PBMs inflate costs of specialty generic drugs
FTC's January 2025 report: Caremark Rx, Express Scripts and OptumRx generate billions in revenue, by inflating specialty generic drug prices, costs for patients and plan sponsors.
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National One Health Framework tackles global public health
The National One Health Framework is geared to advance public health preparedness in the U.S., integrating human, animal and environmental health to enhance global health security.
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Exploring FDA-approved anti-obesity medications
As obesity rates continue to rise, FDA-approved anti-obesity medications play a crucial role in weight management, complementing diet and exercise to support long-term health.
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Understanding advanced pharma manufacturing technology
Advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing is modernizing drug production, improving efficiency and enhancing scalability with innovative technologies like 3D printing and continuous manufacturing.
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Modernizing pharma manufacturing with AMT designation
The FDA's AMT Designation Program seeks to transform pharmaceutical manufacturing by improving drug quality, enhancing supply chain resilience and accelerating drug development timelines.
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Understanding biomarker validation, qualification challenges
Biomarker validation and qualification challenges might include reproducibility, standardization, regulation, diversity, time, economics and clinical implementation.