Diabetes

Because managing diabetes is complex, there is more of an opportunity for mistakes with these medications. 

A day in the life of Dr. Ravinder Dennis Bhui.

Study described as “profound and potentially landmark.”

Canada had the highest antidiabetic drug share of all the 11 comparator countries the PMPRB uses.

The International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) recently released a new handbook and knowledge and skills guide for pharmacists on tobacco cessation.

According to recent Diabetes Canada guidelines, remission of type 2 diabetes—defined as achieving an A1C in the nondiabetes range after stopping glucose-lowering medication(s)—is possible for some individuals.

Merck said in a complaint filed Tuesday that the program does not involve genuine negotiation.

The province has expanded drug coverage by lowering co-pays and expanding the High-Cost Drug Program—with another change planned for July 1.