The United States, Puerto Rico, and many islands in the Carribean have recently faced an immense amount of destruction thanks to mother nature. Several hurricanes and tropical storms have devastated many areas, causing destruction to communities, widespread power-outages, and quite possibly, drug shortages. How could this cause a shortage? Around 10% of drugs prescribed in the United…
New Device Keeps You Honest About How You Use Your Inhaler
Asthma can feel different for everyone affected by it. For some people, allergies and various environmental allergens play a major role in the severity of their asthma. For others, triggers like perfume or exercise can lead to breathing problems. If you have asthma, your doctor will most likely prescribe you a controller inhaler as well…
What Do Drug Pricing Transparency Laws Mean for You?
Drugs are expensive, and prices seem to only be increasing. You’ve probably heard of the conflict surrounding popular drugs like Epipen and Daraprim, who each saw large price hikes overnight. These price increases, among others, have shed necessary light on price hiking and transparency, and have caused many states to take this matter into their own…
FDA Approves Xhance for Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps are common in people with allergies and asthma. Treatment has included nasal sprays and oral medications, and now we have a new one to add to the list, Xhance (fluticasone propionate). What is Xhance indicated for? Xhance is a corticosteroid indicated for the treatment of nasal polyps in patients 18 years of age or older. It…
How to Save on Your Flu Shot for 2017-2018
The importance of getting a flu shot can’t be overstated, especially for those who are at a higher risk like young children, pregnant women, older adults, and the immunocompromised or disabled. (If you’re living or traveling outside the US, you’re also at higher risk.) Before the various types of flu shot we have now—quadrivalent, nasal…
10 Things Your Primary Care Doctor Does That Should Worry You
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FDA Issues Safety Alert for Ocaliva
On September 21st, the FDA issued a drug safety communication for Ocaliva (obeticholic acid), a medication used to treat primary biliary cholangitis (PBC). The FDA warns that using Ocaliva can cause serious liver injury and even death when improperly dosed. The FDA has reviewed the 19 cases of death potentially caused by Ocaliva, and determined that in…
12 Medications to Avoid During Pregnancy
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Administering Medications in School: 6 Tips For Parents
If your child needs to use medication during the school year, making the proper accommodation with required school personnel is an important task for parents to complete at the beginning of the school year. Here are some tips to help ensure that your child stays healthy during this school year. Be up to date on the…
FDA Approves Duzallo for Gout
Gout is a form of arthritis that affects the joints and can cause severe pain, redness, tenderness, and inflammation. Typically, gout is caused by a build-up of uric acid. Recently, the FDA approved Duzallo, a new combination medication for the treatment of gout. What is Duzallo indicated for? Duzallo is a combination medication indicated for the…