Medication Management

Surescripts Health Information Network submits application to become a QHIN

Surescripts connects more than 2 million care providers with American patients, the company said.
IQVIA report analyzes drug shortages in the U.S.

Over the past five-and-a-half years, an average of more than 25 new molecule shortages have occurred annually, with 160 in total added through June of 2023 and only 51 resolved.
Upsher-Smith intros generic Livalo

Upsher-Smith offers strengths of Pitavastatin tablets in 1 mg, 2 mg and 4 mg.
ASHP launches Pharmacy Technician Society

The Pharmacy Technician Society aims to advocate for, advance and support technicians across all practice settings.
Glenmark obtains FDA nod for generic Prolixin

Fluphenazine is a medication that treats mental health conditions that cause disruptive thoughts and nervousness.
Many retailers to close stores, reduce hours for Thanksgiving

Many retailers, including Walgreens and CVS, are either closing most stores, or reducing hours for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Teva intros generic Livalo

Pitavastatin tablets are a prescription medicine used along with a heart-healthy diet to help lower “bad” cholesterol in certain adults.
ERISA Industry Committee urges Ohio legislature to recognize value of biosimilars

The ERISA Industry Committee has submitted a comment letter to the Ohio House of Representatives Insurance Committee urging the panel to amend House Bill 291 to include access to all biosimilar products.

Teva obtains FDA nod for generic Forteo