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Amgen And Wyeth Statement On The FDA Safety Announcement Regarding Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blockers
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:00:00 -0700
Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, a division of Wyeth (NYSE: WYE), issued a statement in response to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) safety announcement regarding opportunistic fungal infections in patients treated with Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blockers [marketed as Remicade® (infliximab), Enbrel® (etanercept), Humira® (adalimumab) and Cimzia® (certolizumab pegol)].
USP's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting To Convene Scientific Experts From Around The World
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:00:00 -0700
The U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) will be held in Kansas City, Mo., September 24 to 26. The meeting is an opportunity to interact with the USP experts responsible for establishing internationally recognized standards for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, food ingredients and dietary supplements. The focus will be on Quality of Manufactured Medicines, Food Ingredients and Dietary Supplements.
An Essential And Comprehensive Report On Biopharmaceuticals In The US And European Markets, By Research And Markets
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 03:00:00 -0700
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Biopharmaceuticals in the US and European Markets" report to their offering.
Pharmacy / Pharmacist News From Medical News Today
Pharmacy White Paper Consultation On Legislative Changes
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700
In response to the Pharmacy White Paper related consultation on legislative changes published on 27 August, the NPA has called for new money to be made available for future pharmacy services and for a clear timetable to be put in place for a more ordered entry of businesses into the pharmacy market. John Turk, NPA Chief Executive said: "The consultation heralds further reforms of entry into the pharmacy market.
Handling, Transfer And Transport Of Waste Consultation - Pharmacy Bodies Comment
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:00:00 -0700
The NPA is one of five bodies representing community pharmacy businesses that have submitted a joint response to the second consultation carried out by DEFRA on the Handling, Transfer and Transport of Waste. The consultation seeks views on the measures needed to reduce the incidence of fly-tipping and inappropriate disposal of waste.
USP's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting To Convene Scientific Experts From Around The World
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:00:00 -0700
The U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) will be held in Kansas City, Mo., September 24 to 26. The meeting is an opportunity to interact with the USP experts responsible for establishing internationally recognized standards for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, food ingredients and dietary supplements. The focus will be on Quality of Manufactured Medicines, Food Ingredients and Dietary Supplements.
Food and Drug Administration Press Releases
FDA to Post Quarterly Report of Potential Safety Issues
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:57:00 -0000
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today that it has posted on its Web site its first quarterly report that lists certain drugs that are being evaluated for potential safety issues. The drugs have been identified based on a review of reports in FDA's Adverse Event Reporting System (AERS).
FDA Approves DNA Test to Measure Hepatitis B Virus Levels
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:12:00 -0000
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first nucleic acid test for hepatitis B virus (HBV) that measures the amount of viral DNA (viral load) in a patient's blood. Assessing a patient's viral load provides health care professionals with a highly sensitive method for gauging the progress of antiviral therapy in patients with chronic HBV infections.
FDA: Manufacturers of TNF-Blocker Drugs Must Highlight Risk of Fungal Infections
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:14:00 -0000
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that the manufacturers of Humira, Cimzia, Enbrel, and Remicade must strengthen the existing warnings, in the Warnings and Precaution sections of the drugs' prescribing information and Medication Guides, on the risk of developing opportunistic fungal infections. Some patients with invasive fungal infections have died.
Food and Drug Administration--Recalls
Recall of Patak's Dopiaza Cooking Sauce (September 4)
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:00:00 -0000
ACH Food Companies, Inc. is recalling its Patak's Dopiaza Cooking Sauce sold in the United States because it may contain an undeclared milk allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The product is distributed nationally through retail stores. ACH Food Companies is notifying its distributors and stores that carry this product that it contains an undeclared milk allergen and to immediately remove it from distribution.
Sprouters Northwest, Inc. Recalls Alfalfa Sprout Products Because of Possible Health Concern (September 5)
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:58:00 -0000
Sprouters Northwest, Inc. of Kent, Washington is recalling its alfalfa sprout products (alfalfa sprouts, onion sprouts, and salad sprouts) because they may be linked to a recent outbreak of Salmonellosis in Oregon and Washington State. To date, 13 cases of Salmonella Typhimirium infection have been associated with the consumption of raw alfalfa sprouts.
T. Marzetti Company Recalls a Limited Number of Girard's Honey Dijon Peppercorn (September 4)
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:33:00 -0000
T. Marzetti Company is recalling a limited number of 12 fl. oz. bottles of Girard's Honey Dijon Peppercorn (item 58105) because they may have the incorrect back label of Girard's French Dressing (item 58015). The Girard's Honey Dijon Peppercorn contains eggs, which is not declared as an ingredient on the Girard's French label. People who have allergies to egg run the risk of serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.
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Amgen And Wyeth Statement On The FDA Safety Announcement Regarding Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blockers
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 08:00:00 -0700
Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals, a division of Wyeth (NYSE: WYE), issued a statement in response to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) safety announcement regarding opportunistic fungal infections in patients treated with Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) blockers [marketed as Remicade® (infliximab), Enbrel® (etanercept), Humira® (adalimumab) and Cimzia® (certolizumab pegol)].
USP's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting To Convene Scientific Experts From Around The World
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:00:00 -0700
The U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) will be held in Kansas City, Mo., September 24 to 26. The meeting is an opportunity to interact with the USP experts responsible for establishing internationally recognized standards for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, food ingredients and dietary supplements. The focus will be on Quality of Manufactured Medicines, Food Ingredients and Dietary Supplements.
An Essential And Comprehensive Report On Biopharmaceuticals In The US And European Markets, By Research And Markets
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 03:00:00 -0700
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Biopharmaceuticals in the US and European Markets" report to their offering.
Pharmacy / Pharmacist News From Medical News Today
Pharmacy White Paper Consultation On Legislative Changes
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 09:00:00 -0700
In response to the Pharmacy White Paper related consultation on legislative changes published on 27 August, the NPA has called for new money to be made available for future pharmacy services and for a clear timetable to be put in place for a more ordered entry of businesses into the pharmacy market. John Turk, NPA Chief Executive said: "The consultation heralds further reforms of entry into the pharmacy market.
Handling, Transfer And Transport Of Waste Consultation - Pharmacy Bodies Comment
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 07:00:00 -0700
The NPA is one of five bodies representing community pharmacy businesses that have submitted a joint response to the second consultation carried out by DEFRA on the Handling, Transfer and Transport of Waste. The consultation seeks views on the measures needed to reduce the incidence of fly-tipping and inappropriate disposal of waste.
USP's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting To Convene Scientific Experts From Around The World
Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:00:00 -0700
The U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention's 2008 Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) will be held in Kansas City, Mo., September 24 to 26. The meeting is an opportunity to interact with the USP experts responsible for establishing internationally recognized standards for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, food ingredients and dietary supplements. The focus will be on Quality of Manufactured Medicines, Food Ingredients and Dietary Supplements.
Food and Drug Administration Press Releases
FDA to Post Quarterly Report of Potential Safety Issues
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:57:00 -0000
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced today that it has posted on its Web site its first quarterly report that lists certain drugs that are being evaluated for potential safety issues. The drugs have been identified based on a review of reports in FDA's Adverse Event Reporting System (AERS).
FDA Approves DNA Test to Measure Hepatitis B Virus Levels
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 18:12:00 -0000
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first nucleic acid test for hepatitis B virus (HBV) that measures the amount of viral DNA (viral load) in a patient's blood. Assessing a patient's viral load provides health care professionals with a highly sensitive method for gauging the progress of antiviral therapy in patients with chronic HBV infections.
FDA: Manufacturers of TNF-Blocker Drugs Must Highlight Risk of Fungal Infections
Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:14:00 -0000
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that the manufacturers of Humira, Cimzia, Enbrel, and Remicade must strengthen the existing warnings, in the Warnings and Precaution sections of the drugs' prescribing information and Medication Guides, on the risk of developing opportunistic fungal infections. Some patients with invasive fungal infections have died.
Food and Drug Administration--Recalls
Recall of Patak's Dopiaza Cooking Sauce (September 4)
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:00:00 -0000
ACH Food Companies, Inc. is recalling its Patak's Dopiaza Cooking Sauce sold in the United States because it may contain an undeclared milk allergen. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk may run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The product is distributed nationally through retail stores. ACH Food Companies is notifying its distributors and stores that carry this product that it contains an undeclared milk allergen and to immediately remove it from distribution.
Sprouters Northwest, Inc. Recalls Alfalfa Sprout Products Because of Possible Health Concern (September 5)
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:58:00 -0000
Sprouters Northwest, Inc. of Kent, Washington is recalling its alfalfa sprout products (alfalfa sprouts, onion sprouts, and salad sprouts) because they may be linked to a recent outbreak of Salmonellosis in Oregon and Washington State. To date, 13 cases of Salmonella Typhimirium infection have been associated with the consumption of raw alfalfa sprouts.
T. Marzetti Company Recalls a Limited Number of Girard's Honey Dijon Peppercorn (September 4)
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 18:33:00 -0000
T. Marzetti Company is recalling a limited number of 12 fl. oz. bottles of Girard's Honey Dijon Peppercorn (item 58105) because they may have the incorrect back label of Girard's French Dressing (item 58015). The Girard's Honey Dijon Peppercorn contains eggs, which is not declared as an ingredient on the Girard's French label. People who have allergies to egg run the risk of serious allergic reaction if they consume this product.
Sites:
Labador Branch of the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists: This site provides news, upcoming events, membership information, and links to useful clinical pharmacy related websites for Newfoundland and Labrador's Hospital Pharmacists.AbC.R.O.: U.S. based clinical research organization operating in Eastern Europe. Provide clinical trials and biopharmaceutical services.
Alabama Board of Pharmacy: Protect the health and safety of Alabamians by enforcing laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy.
Alaska Pharmaceutical Association: Goals are to preserve, promote and lead the profession of pharmacy in Alaska.
American Academy of Pharmaceutical Physicians: AAPP is a non-profit association dedicated to enhancing the proficiency of pharmaceutical physicians, education of pharmaceutical physicians, protecting the welfare of patients and study subjects
American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP): The AACP
American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS): Welcome
American Association of Pharmacy Technicians: Provides leadership and represents the interests of its members to the public and health care organizations.
American College of Clinical Pharmacology: The objectives of the College are to advance the science of clinical pharmacology in all its phases and to engage in appropriate educational efforts in the public interest. These goals are to be attained in a manner consistent with the highest ethical and scientific standards.
American Pharmaceutical Association (APhA): The national professional society of pharmacists, was founded in 1852 and is the first established and largest professional association of pharmacists in the United States. The more than 50,000 members of APhA include practicing pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, pharmacy students, pharmacy ...
American Pharmacy Services Corporation (APSC): APSC is a cooperative owned and operated by independent pharmacy shareholders. The mission of APSC is to promote the professional and economic development of shareholders in the pharmacy marketplace.
American Society Clinical Pharmacology Therapeutics (ASCPT): The objectives of the Society shall be to promote and advance the science of human pharmacology and therapeutics, and in so doing to maintain the highest standards of research, education, and exchange of scientific information.
American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP): ASCP is the international professional association providing leadership, education, advocacy, and resources enabling pharmacists to advance the practice of senior care pharmacy.
Arkansas Pharmacists Association (APA): Organized in April 1882 as the Arkansas Association of Pharmacists. The Association was incorporated under the laws of Arkansas on August 5th, 1889. On August 31, 1977, the Association name was changed to the Arkansas Pharmacists Association.
Association of Natural Medicine Pharmacists (ANMP): Association of Natural Medicine Pharmacists: certificate program, continuing education, books, articles, newsletter and more.
Aston Pharmacy Association: APAonline - Online home of Aston Pharmacy Association; Representing Pharmacy Students at Aston University
Avicenna Pharmacists' Associates, Ltd.: independent pharmacist in the uk, offering enhanced terms and discounts on drug exports and wholesale medicine supplies.
Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties (BPS): BPS certifies pharmacists at the advanced practice specialty level in five specialties: nuclear pharmacy, nutrition support pharmacy, oncology pharmacy, pharmacotherapy, and psychiatric pharmacy.
California Pharmacists Association (CPhA): The professional society representing all pharmacists in California.
California Society of Health-System Pharmacists (CSHP): The 3,700-member state professional association that represents pharmacists who practice in hospitals, health maintenance organizations, long-term care facilities, home care agencies, and other components of health care systems.
Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians: The home site of the national voluntary pharmacy technician professional association in Canada. Promoting the professionalism of pharmacy technicans throughout Canada.
Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians - Alberta Chapter: C.A.P.T. - The Canadian Association of Pharmacy Technicians Alberta Chapter
Canadian Pharmacists Association: The national organization of pharmacists, committed to providing leadership for the profession of pharmacy.
College of Psychiatric and Neurologic Pharmacists: The mission of CPNP is to promote excellence in pharmacy practice, education, and research in order to optimize the treatment and health of individuals affected by psychiatric and neurologic disorders. News, meetings, and membership information.
Commission for Certification in Geriatric Pharmacy (CCGP): The national voluntary certification program for pharmacists involved in geriatric practice.
Drug Information and Research Centre DIRC OPA: A resource centre that provides drug information, consultant and educational services, and collaboration with partners in research initiatives. DIRC is owned and operated by the Ontario Pharmacists� Association
Eastern Surrey Local Pharmaceutical Committee: Contains information about local pharmacies, links to local healthcare, an event diary, and a forum.
Gold Cross Products and Services Australia: The purpose of the Gold Cross company is to develop and promote to Guild members exclusive Guild products and merchandising services to help improve sales and profitability of pharmacy and raise revenue for the Guild.
Great Lakes Pharmacy Resident Conference: Provides information on the annual conference including abstract submission requirements, deadlines, meeting location, facilities, and hotel accommodations.
Guild for Professional Pharmacists: pharmacists working with and for pharmacists, Guild for Professional Pharmacists
Illinois Pharmacists Association (IPhA): Illinois pharmacy news and legislation, bookstore.
International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists: A non-profit organization representing pharmacists who compound custom medications to meet unique patient needs.
Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners: Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners
Japan Pharmaceutical Association: Contains the Pharmacist Platform and Code of Ethics for Pharmacists, a brief history and discussion of the medical insurance system.
Maryland Board of Pharmacy: The Maryland Board of Pharmacy is an agency located within the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. It is responsible for licensing pharmacies, pharmacists, and drug distributors.
MedBioWorld's: Links to Pharmacology
Minnesota Society of Health-System Pharmacists: The Minnesota state organization of pharmacists and related personnel associated with organized health care settings.
Mississippi Board of Pharmacy: The mission of the Board is to protect and promote the health of Mississippi citizens by regulating and controlling the practice of pharmacy and the distribution of prescription drugs and devices.
National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP): The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP�) is the only professional association that represents the state boards of pharmacy in all 50 United States, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, New Zealand, nine Canadian Provinces, and four Australian states
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North American Pharmacy Accreditation Commission: Our commission inspects and certifies online pharmacies in North America. Canada, United States, Mexico.
North Carolina Board of Pharmacy: The goal of the Board is to protect the public health, safety and welfare in pharmaceutical matters. The Board sets standards for academic and practical experience programs prior to licensure, issues permits to operate pharmacies and annually renews licenses and permits.
North Dakota Pharmaceutical Association and State Board of Pharmacy: Shared site for the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy and the North Dakota Pharmaceutical Association.
Ontario Pharmacists' Association: Contains information about the organization, becoming a pharmacist, memberships, applications, support program and contact details.
Oregon State Pharmacy Association: The Oregon State Pharmacy Association is a community of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and others with an interest in advancing the practice of pharmacy through advocacy and education.
Pak Pharmacists Association: Pakistan Pharmacists are a vital part of the health care community all over the world.This site is a place for the Pakistani Pharmacists .The Voice of Young Pakistani Pharmacists along with the older Pharmacists.
Pennsylvania Society of Health-System Pharmacists: The Pennsylvania Society of Health-System Pharmacists (PSHP) provides pharmacists with quality education programs, information about legislation and drug recalls, current job listings and more.
Pharmaceutical Industry Association of Puerto Rico: The Pharmaceutical Industry Association of Puerto Rico gathers and represents the major, research-based pharmaceutical companies with operations in Puerto Rico. PIA is the main, most reliable and comprehensive source of information on the pharmaceutical industry in Puerto Rico
Pharmaceutical Security Institute: Representing pharmaceutical manufacturers from many nations, in efforts against counterfeit pharmaceuticals.
Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute: Welcome to the Pharmacy Benefit Management Institute, Inc.
Pharmacy Board of New South Wales Australia: For the registration of pharmacists and pharmacies in New South Wales Australia. Includes bulletins, links to other organizations and details about the pharmacy board.
Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin: Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin-An association serving the profession of pharmacy in the state of Wisconsin
Quad City Area Pharmacy Association: An organization for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in the Quad City Area of Iowa and Illinois, including a schedule of meetings, continuing education links, and links to state and national pharmacy associations.
Respiratory Drug Delivery: Provides information relating to pharmaceutical aerosols and the latest information about the RDD conference series. Includes work shops, publications and links.
Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain: Professional organisation and governing body for pharmacies in the UK.
San Diego County Pharmacists Association (SDCPhA): The San Diego County Pharmacists Association (SDCPhA) is a regional chapter of the California Pharmacists Association (CPhA). SDCPhA represents pharmacists, pharmacy students and technicians in all practice settings. The goal of this web site is to provide current information about SDCPhA & t...
Society of Air Force Pharmacists: Established to further the practice of pharmacy within the United States Air Force and assist members in fulfilling continuing education requirements to achieve the highest standards of practice.
Southwest Indiana Pharmaceutical Association: Information for members including newsletters, links, and contact details.
Stevens Johnson Syndrome Foundation: The Stevens Johnson Syndrome Foundation (Julie Foundation for allergic drug reactions) is a non profit organization that operates solely through donations from people like you. The purpose of the foundation is to provide the public and medical communities with information on adverse allergic drug...
Texas Society of Health-System Pharmacists (TSHP): The organization representing institutional and organized health care pharmacy practices in Texas. Membership information, bylaws, events, and publications.
Texas State Board of Pharmacy: The Texas State Board of Pharmacy is the agency responsible for the licensure and discipline of Texas pharmacists and pharmacies.
The American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP): American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) - an international association of clinical pharmacists dedicated to optimizing drug therapy outcomes in patients by promoting excellence and innovation in clinical pharmacy practice, research, and education. ACCP information; membership application; sc...
The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP): The 30,000-member national professional association that represents pharmacists who practice in hospitals, health maintenance organizations, long-term care facilities, home care agencies, and other components of health care systems.
The American Society of Pharmacognosy: The American Society of Pharmacognosy is a professional organization of scientists working in the area of bioactive natural products
US Public Health Service Pharmacist Professional Advisory Committee: This is the official website of the United Stated Public Health Service Pharmacist Professioal Advisory Committee
Washington State Pharmacists Association (WSPA): Supports and advances the practice of pharmacy to ensure that the public receives optimal pharmaceutical care.
Western Michigan Society of Health-System Pharmacists (WMSHP): WMSHP is a regional society of pharmacists, representing the pharmacy profession in Western Michigan, united for the common good to advance public health, patient care, and the interests of the pharmacy profession.
World Self-Medication Industry: World wide industry federation of the self-medication (nonprescription) industry. Prinicples of responsible self-medication.
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