Pharmacy Business

Diabetes medication in shortage after TikTok trend promotes it as a weight-loss drug
The medication, Ozempic, is approved in Australia for adults with Type 2 diabetes and high BMIs. But users on TikTok without the disease are using it to lose weight, sharing their stories with the hashtags #ozempicjourney and #ozempicchallenge—and now the country is facing shortages.
An honest mistake with distressing consequences: Pharmacist gives contraceptive to patient trying to have a baby
While he was not looking to make excuses for his error, Kelvin Brière told the Ordre des pharmaciens du Québec that he had been negatively affected by the pandemic, busier road traffic and the mood of patients, who could be difficult at times.

London Drugs defends selling cigarettes in B.C. pharmacies

"Providing anti-smoking messages and assistance at the point of purchase and access to professional counselling immediately at the point of purchase, is the only way we can help our customers reduce tobacco use," says chief operating officer Clint Mahlman.
CareRx acquires Hogan Pharmacy Partners

CareRx has closed a multi-million dollar deal to acquire Hogan Pharmacy Partners, an Ontario long-term care pharmacy.
Patients in control spark new roles for pharmacists

Post-pandemic, expect to see a revived interest in health and wellness OTCs.
U.S. FDA allows prescription drugs to be imported from Canada

The guidance allows American pharmacists and drug wholesalers to import medications from Canadian.
Advocacy group wants to see penicillin allergy de-labelling

A group in B.C. is trying to raise awareness of false penicillin allergies and by creating online de-labeling resources for patients and health-care providers.
Interpreting lipid parameters

Monitoring serum lipids is a common practice for patients with, or at risk of, atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD).
New owners, same faces: How one consolidator maintains continuity of care and retains staff after owners exit

'Owners know that when they sell their pharmacy to us, they’re leaving their staff and community in good hands,' says Care Pharmacies CEO Ali Reyhany.
NAPRA recruiting for two spots on its National Drug Scheduling Advisory Committee

The organization is looking for someone with in-depth knowledge of regulatory affairs in the pharmaceutical industry and someone who is an expert in toxicology and drug information.

Diabetes medication in shortage after TikTok trend promotes it as a weight-loss drug

An honest mistake with distressing consequences: Pharmacist gives contraceptive to patient trying to have a baby

London Drugs defends selling cigarettes in B.C. pharmacies

CareRx acquires Hogan Pharmacy Partners

Patients in control spark new roles for pharmacists

U.S. FDA allows prescription drugs to be imported from Canada

Advocacy group wants to see penicillin allergy de-labelling

Interpreting lipid parameters

New owners, same faces: How one consolidator maintains continuity of care and retains staff after owners exit

NAPRA recruiting for two spots on its National Drug Scheduling Advisory Committee