Hypertension

Hydrochlorothiazide remains a viable option for older patients with hypertension, as it is associated with a lower risk of hypokalemia vs. chlorthalidone and is available in more generic single-pill combinations.

Verquvo (vericiguat) is used for symptomatic chronic heart failure in adults with reduced ejection fraction who are stabilized after a recent heart failure decompensation event.

The Tory plan would see pharmacists treating common conditions such as strep throat, pink eye and tick bites, as well as managing chronic diseases like high blood pressure and diabetes,

Nine in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor for stroke or cardiovascular disease—many of which are modifiable.

Calcium channel blockers may be an important modifiable risk factor for glaucoma, possibly through a mechanism that is not related to intraocular pressure.

While the Canadian Cardiovascular Society’s lipid guidelines recommend a once in a lifetime testing of Lp(a), there are no approved agents for lowering Lp(a) levels.

A recent case at Dr. Robert Dickson's clinic reinforces the importance of asking for more details.

Another generic drug maker, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, agreed to pay a US$30 million criminal penalty and to divest its pravastatin business as well.