CVS, Walmart and Walgreens Helped Spread Opioid Crisis, Federal Jury Rules
A federal jury in Ohio has determined CVS, Walmart and Walgreens should be held partially accountable for the opioid crisis in two hard-hit counties.
Tag Archives: Pharmacy
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Large Pharmacy Chains Pushing Refills Are Increasing The Risks Of Medication Errors: Report
Pharmacists are sounding warnings about conditions at major chain pharmacies, which they say are increasing the risk of medication errors due to a culture that pushes as many drug refills…
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Pharmacists Could Help Prevent Inappropriate Prescriptions For Older Adults: Study
A new study finds that pharmacy programs educating consumers about prescriptions they no longer need can reduce inappropriate prescribing.
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Viagra Often Being Used Without A Prescription: Study
New research highlights the effects of a growing internet-based “black market” for prescription medications, finding that a large number of men are using Viagra without an actual prescription from a…
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New FDA Compounding Pharmacy Regs Needed After Outbreak: GAO
FDA needs clear guidance from Congress on how to regulate compounding pharmacies, according to a government report.
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Compounding Pharmacy Bill Would Put Public At Risk, Group Claims
A proposed bill involving the compounding pharmacy industry has come under fire, as it may allow some pharmacies to act as drug manufacturers, selling drug combinations without obtaining FDA approval.
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Walgreen Settlement Results in $80M Payment Over Painkiller Violations
The DEA announced an $80 million settlement with Walgreen over the charges that the pharmacy chain illegally sold massive amounts of OxyContin and other controlled painkillers.
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Another Compounding Pharmacy Recall Issued, As Proposed Regulatory Legislation Criticized
Another compounding pharmacy has recalled all of its drugs amid safety concerns, as legislation designed to address industry-wide problems has faced harsh criticism from consumer groups.
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Drugs from “The Compounding Shop” May Not Be Sterile: FDA Warns
Yet another compounding pharmacy is recalling all of its supposedly sterile products, as the FDA continues to crack down following a deadly fungal meningitis outbreak that killed dozens of people…
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Novartis Faces Myfortic Kickback Charges from Justice Dept.
The federal government has filed a lawsuit against Novartis Pharmaceuticals this week, claiming that the pharmaceutical company engaged in an illegal kickback scheme to sell its kidney transplant drug Myfortic.…