Man Indicted for Sending Spam that Promoted Counterfeit Drugs and Unapproved Supplements
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Oleg Nikolaenko of Moscow, Russia, has been indicted for allegedly sending thousands of spam e-mails,… more »
Articles Posted in 2010
FDA Warning: Avoid Man Up Now Capsules
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FDA warns consumers not to use Man Up NowTM capsules, marketed as a dietary supplement… more »
FDA Takes Action Against Products Marketed as Supplements that Contain Active Drug Ingredients
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In response to numerous complaints of injury and following hundreds of consumer alerts, FDA has… more »
FDA Warning: Store Benzonatate Properly to Avoid Potentially Fatal Ingestion by Children
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Drug Safety Communication warning patients and health… more »
Nonprofit Planned to Target Rogue Internet Drug Outlets and Protect Public Health
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Plans for a nonprofit dedicated to fighting rogue Internet drug outlets and counterfeit drugs will… more »
New FDA Drug Info Rounds Training Video
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FDA Drug Info Rounds, a series of online training videos, provides important and timely drug… more »
Research Shows Increased Resistance to Antivirals Signaling Need for Detailed Influenza Monitoring and New Therapies
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New research has demonstrated increasing resistance to antivirals in certain influenza strains signaling the need… more »
APhA and ASHP Release White Paper Exploring Concerns About Expansion of Pharmacy Education
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A discussion paper exploring concerns about how the expansion of pharmacy education impacts the quality… more »
Federal Workgroup Seeks Public Comment on Developing Health IT Measure Concepts
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The Quality Measures Workgroup, part of the federal Health Information Technology Policy Committee, seeks public… more »
Iowa's PSE Tracking System Shows Results
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Iowa’s National Precursor Log Exchange (NPLEX), implemented in September 2010, has blocked over 10,000 sales… more »
Seventeen Boards of Pharmacy Utilizing New NABP Secure Online NAPLEX/MPJE Score Retrieval Service for Candidates
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Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter As a new service to the state… more »
NABP Clearinghouse Experiences Increase in Reporting Volume
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Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter Boards Strive to Remain Compliant with HRSA… more »
State Boards of Pharmacy Take Action to Stop Licensees Involved in Unlawful Internet Drug Outlet Schemes
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter Pharmacists across the nation continue to receive… more »
Domain Name Registrar Agrees to Crack Down on Web Sites Selling Prescription Medications Unlawfully
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter Potentially thousands of rogue Internet drug outlets… more »
IPEC Plan Maps Out Strategy to Combat Counterfeit Medications
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter Efforts to counteract the proliferation of counterfeit… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Doody to Warn
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter The standards… more »
Implementation of DEA CS e-Prescribing Rule Prompts Boards to Offer Licensees Guidance
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter Since new Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulations… more »
Board Member Participants Contribute to Success of First Interactive Member Forum
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Originally published in the December 2010 NABP Newsletter Energized by the opportunity to network and… more »
CS Prescriptions for Teens Increase to Nearly Twice 1994 Levels
One in nine adolescents received a prescription for medications with a high potential for abuse… more »
New Jersey Issues Medical Marijuana Regulations
Topics: Controlled Substances, Medical Marijuana
Following some debate among New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and the state’s General Assembly, regulations… more »
Iowa Board Supports Bill to Classify Marijuana as Schedule II
Topics: Controlled Substances, Medical Marijuana
Proposed legislation that would amend the Iowa code to classify marijuana as a Schedule II… more »
San Francisco Ordinance May Require Drug Disposal Program Paid for by Pharmaceutical Companies
On December 7, 2010, San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors considered a Safe Drug Disposal Ordinance… more »
CDC Promotes Continued Flu Vaccination Efforts
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is coordinating National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW), December… more »
Manufacturer Expands Recall of Product Containing Sildenafil Analogue
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Intelli Health Products is expanding a voluntary nationwide recall of Duro Extend Capsules For Men,… more »
FDA Notifications and Warnings
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Following the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) determination that propoxyphene may cause serious or even… more »
DEA Seeks Information for Emergency Scheduling of Synthetic Cannabinoids
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Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) seeks assistance as the agency is in the process of collecting… more »
Senate Committee Approves Act Authorizing Actions Against Web Sites Selling Counterfeits
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
The Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act (S 3804), which would allow the federal government… more »
Mississippi and Oklahoma to Require MPJE
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Mississippi and Oklahoma will soon begin requiring the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination® (MPJE®), bringing the… more »
Additional VAWD Accreditations
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NABP recently accredited 18 additional facilities through its Verified-Accredited Wholesale DistributorsCM (VAWDCM) program, bringing the… more »
MPJE Competency Statements Updated; Revisions Effective January 25
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A review and analysis of the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE) has resulted in revisions… more »
NABP Developing System to Link PMPs Across States to Facilitate Data Exchange
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
In response to an expressed need by prescription monitoring program (PMP) administrators for a way… more »
Role of Community Pharmacy in H1N1 Vaccination Campaign Highlighted by IOM
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A recent Institute of Medicine (IOM) publication presents workshop findings about the planning, distribution, and… more »
Canadian Regulatory Agency Warning Regarding Counterfeit Drugs Sold Online
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Health Canada has warned Canadians about potentially counterfeit drugs sold on three Web sites, which… more »
Reminder: CDC Get Smart About Antibiotics Week, November 15-21, 2010
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is coordinating Get Smart About Antibiotics Week, this… more »
Survey Finds Many Consumers Keep Expired OTC Medications
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A study of consumers across the nation shows that 40% of United States households surveyed… more »
NABP Developing System to Link PMPs Across States to Facilitate Data Exchange
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
In response to an expressed need by prescription monitoring program (PMP) administrators for a way… more »
Iowa Board Approved Medical Marijuana Recommendation to Legislature
Topics: Controlled Substances
As a follow-up to the decision made in February 2010, the Iowa Board of Pharmacy… more »
Over 1,600 Deaths in Three Years Related to Prescription Drug Abuse in TN
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
A study by researchers at the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy shows that prescription… more »
Amended Complaint Alleges Four Additional Defendants Violated Google AdWords Policy
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On October 19, 2010, Google filed a complaint amending its September 2010 federal lawsuit and… more »
FDA Safety Alerts Regarding Two Drugs Voluntarily Recalled by Manufacturers
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Certain lots of two drugs, Heparin Sodium USP Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) and Methotrexate Injection… more »
Three New VIPPS Accreditations
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NABP recently accredited three additional Internet pharmacies through its VIPPS® program: Ridgeway Pharmacy, Ltd dba… more »
Two Additional Online Pharmacy Services Granted Approved e-Advertiser Status
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NABP recently granted two additional online pharmacy services Approved e-Advertiser status. More information about the… more »
FDA and NABP Partner to Help Prevent Acetaminophen Toxicity
Topics: Patient Safety, Prescriptions
In partnership with NABP, and as part of its Safe Use Initiative, Food and Drug… more »
CDC to Raise Awareness About Antibiotic Misuse as Flu Season Begins
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Get Smart About Antibiotics Week, an effort coordinated by the Centers for Disease Control and… more »
Missouri Man Indicted on Charges of Counterfeit Drug Importation and Sales
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Mark Hughes, a resident of St Louis, MO, was indicted by a federal grand jury… more »
Unapproved and Adulterated Drugs Seized from New Jersey Manufacturer at FDA Request
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FDA reports that prescription and over-the-counter drug products were seized from Tri-Med Laboratories, Inc by… more »
FDA Reminds Patients to Avoid Using Plavix and Omeprazole at the Same Time
Topics: Prescriptions
An FDA reminder warns patients and health care providers that concomitant use of Plavix® (clopidogrel)… more »
New Anti-Meth Law to Require Self-Certification by Sellers of PSE Products
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Signed into law by President Obama on October 12, 2010, the Combat Methamphetamine Enhancement Act… more »
EPA Seeks Comments on Guidance for Management of Unused Prescription Drugs
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) posted its draft guidance document, "Best Management Practices for Unused Pharmaceuticals… more »
Additional Tylenol Product Recalled by Manufacturer
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McNeil Consumer Healthcare has voluntarily recalled TYLENOL® 8 Hour caplets 50 count bottles due to… more »
CDC Report Shows Increase in US Prescription Drug Use Over Decade
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides the latest data showing increased use of… more »
USP Publishes Results of National Formulary Recall Evaluation
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The United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) has published a statement summarizing its evaluation of the… more »
New FDA Drug Info Rounds Training Video on Evamist Safety Issues
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FDA Drug Info Rounds, a series of online training videos, provides important and timely drug… more »
Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act Signed Into Law
Topics: Controlled Substances
President Obama signed into law the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act (S 3397) on… more »
FDA, Other Regulators Coordinate Actions to Fight Internet Drug Outlets
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took part in the International Internet Week of Action (IIWA),… more »
CVS Fined for Failing to Enforce PSE Sales Limits
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Due to its failure to ensure compliance with pseudoephedrine (PSE) product sales limits, CVS Pharmacy,… more »
NEHI Report Calls for Research on Care Teams and Medication Adherence
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The New England Healthcare Institute (NEHI) issued a report, “Medication Adherence and Care Teams: A… more »
FDA Takes Actions Against Companies Manufacturing and Marketing Unapproved Drug Products
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Last week, FDA issued warnings to eight companies marketing unapproved over-the-counter (OTC) chelation products, and… more »
E-Prescribing Data to be Collected and Reported by APMS PEER System
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The Pharmacy and Provider e-Prescribing Experience Reporting (PEER) Portal has been re-launched by the Alliance… more »
DEA Issues Policy Statement on Role of Agents in Communicating CS Prescriptions
Topics: Controlled Substances
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issued a statement of policy that clarifies the proper role of… more »
Over 240,000 Pounds of Medications Collected During First-Ever Nationwide DEA Drug Take-Back Day
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Collecting approximately 242,000 pounds of pharmaceuticals, DEA, in collaboration with state and local law enforcement… more »
Alert for Pet Owners Regarding Ordering Drugs Online
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about the dangers of ordering pet medications… more »
FDA Guidance: Importation for Personal Use Permitted Only in Specific Circumstances
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A recent FDA guidance makes clear the limited instances in which personal importation of an… more »
FDA Notice Regarding Manufacturer Withdraw of Meridia
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Due to the increased risk of heart attack and stroke associated with the weight loss… more »
Online ED Drug Purchases Pose Health Risks, Korean Study Shows
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
An article in Drug Topics recently highlighted a Korean study that shows erectile dysfunction drugs… more »
AWARxE Recognizes American Pharmacists Month
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NABP Program Alerts Consumers to Dangers of Rogue Internet Drug Sites, Stresses Vital Role of… more »
FDA Publishes Import Alert
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
FDA recently published Import Alert #66-41 Detention Without Physical Examination of Unapproved New Drugs Promoted… more »
Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act Presented to President Obama
Topics: Controlled Substances
Developed to address the growing rates of prescription drug abuse, the Secure and Responsible Drug… more »
Missouri Pharmacies Implementing Database to Track PSE Sales
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Pharmacies in Missouri are beginning to implement a database that will track sales of pseudoephedrine… more »
US House Passed Act to Combat Illegal Methamphetamine Production
Topics: Controlled Substances
If signed into law by President Obama, the Combat Methamphetamine Enhancement Act of 2010 (HR… more »
FDA Takes Action to Halt Manufacture and Distribution of Unapproved Single-Ingredient Oral Colchicine
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On September 30, 2010, FDA ordered companies that manufacture unapproved single-ingredient oral colchicine, a medication… more »
IOM to Study How Health Information Technology Will Improve Patient Safety
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Under a contract with the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, the… more »
Warnings About Discounted Pet Drugs
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
The United States Food and Drug Administration has issued a consumer alert to pet owners,… more »
CMS Open Door Forum Announced
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The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is hosting a “Special Open Door Forum”… more »
Deadlines for the April FPGEE
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Register for the FPGEE with NABP NABP will begin accepting registrations for the April 14, 2011 FPGEE on January… more »
Google Files Suit Against Internet Drug Outlet Operators
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
On September 21, 2010, Google filed a federal lawsuit against one individual and 50 unnamed… more »
US House Passed Safe Drug Disposal Act of 2010
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The Safe Drug Disposal Act of 2010 (HR 5809), an act that would amend the… more »
Ohio Pharmacist Indicted for Illegally Dispensing Painkillers
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Ohio pharmacist Eugene Fletcher is accused of illegally distributing prescription painkillers and anti-anxiety medications and… more »
Federal Funding Will Support Relaunching of Washington PMP
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Washington State Department of Health will be able to relaunch its prescription monitoring program… more »
Act Allocating Funding for PMPs Passes US House
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
On September 23, 2010, the US House of Representatives passed the National All Schedules Prescription… more »
NABP Purchases AWARxE Consumer Protection Program
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Association Seeks to Educate about Rogue Web Sites Selling Prescription Drugs and Other Safety Issues… more »
DMEPOS Accreditation Deadline Extended; Pharmacies Seek Reaccreditation as New Laws Offer Limited Exemptions to Some
Topics: DMEPOS
Originally published in the October 2010 NABP Newsletter The deadline for durable medical equipment pharmacies… more »
NABP Convenes Committee to Ensure Validity of MPJE Standards
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Originally published in the October 2010 NABP Newsletter Based on Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination® (MPJE®)… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Where There's Smoke, There's Sales
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Originally published in the October 2010 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Boards of… more »
NABP Commissions Task Force to Review CSA
Originally published in the October 2010 NABP Newsletter Recommended Changes will Focus on Facilitating Provision… more »
Reminder: First-Ever DEA Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Event Takes Place Saturday
Topics: Prescriptions
On Saturday, September 25, 2010, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), in partnership with local government, community,… more »
Iowa Law Enforcement Seeks Assistance in Tracking Group Using Fraudulent CS Prescriptions
Topics: Controlled Substances
The Iowa Department of Public Safety seeks assistance in tracking a group of individuals using… more »
Nebraska Board of Pharmacy Decides Not to Reclassify Marijuana
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The Nebraska Board of Pharmacy decided against reclassifying marijuana to make it available as a… more »
Massachusetts Pharmacist Admits to Defrauding Medicaid and Medicare
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Pharmacist Amadiegwu Onujiogu, owner of Codman Square Pharmacy in Dorchester, MA, pleaded guilty to defrauding… more »
FDA Advisory Committee Votes Not to Schedule Dextromethorpan
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On September 14, 2010, an FDA Drug Safety and Risk Management Committee voted against recommending… more »
Growing Problem of Counterfeit Drugs is Hurting Patients, Companies
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
A USA Today article reports that according to the Pharmaceutical Security Institute (PSI), nearly 1,700… more »
Counterfeit Drug Infiltration of the Legitimate Supply Chain
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
In a recent investigation, Dan Rather examined the fake prescription medication market and attempts of… more »
First-Ever DEA Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day Approaching
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On Saturday, September 25, 2010, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), in partnership with local government, community,… more »
Wisconsin Pharmacist Accused of Distributing Counterfeit Viagra and Other Drugs
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Marla Ahlgrimm, a pharmacist and founder of Women’s Health America, and Balbir Bhogal are accused… more »
More Pharmacists Positioned to Protect Public Health by Expanding Immunization Services During Flu Season
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New state legislation, new state board of pharmacy regulations, and expanded continuing education offerings in… more »
FDA Online Videos Provide Timely Drug Information to Pharmacists
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Drug Info Rounds, a series of online training videos, provides… more »
Vet-VIPPS Contributes to Security of Evolving Veterinary Drug Supply Chain
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Certain distribution practices, as well as the variation in state regulations pertaining to the veterinary… more »
NABP Amendments to Model Act Focus on Improved Quality and Safety in Patient Care
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NABP amended the Model State Pharmacy Act and Model Rules of the National Association of… more »
FDA Advisory Committee to Discuss Abuse Potential of Dextromethorphan
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In response to the increase in dextromethorphan abuse, especially among adolescents, a Food and Drug… more »
Canadian Man Sentenced In US Court for Selling Counterfeit Cancer Drugs Over Internet
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Hazim Gaber, of Canada, admitted to selling fake cancer drugs over the Internet at a… more »
Potential Signals of Serious Risks/New Safety Information from AERS Updates
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FDA has updated its Web page reporting potential signals of serious risks and new safety… more »
FDA Podcast Provides Information on Administration of Nimodipine Oral Capsules
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An FDA Podcast provides information on the proper administration of nimodipine oral capsules and reminds… more »
West Virginia News: Accuracy of Records in the Controlled Substances Monitoring Program Database
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Published in the September 2010 West Virginia Board of Pharmacy Newsletter West Virginia Code Section… more »
Kansas News: Immunization Statute Amended
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Published in the September 2010 Kansas State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The 2010 legislature amended… more »
Kansas News: Kansas' New Electronic Weapon in the War on Meth
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Published in the September 2010 Kansas State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter For Kansas methamphetamine cooks,… more »
Idaho News: Requesting Refill Authorizations
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Published in the September 2010 Idaho State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Effective July 1, 2010,… more »
Idaho News: Fingerprint Processing
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Published in the September 2010 Idaho State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Beginning July 1, 2010,… more »
More Pharmacists Positioned to Protect Public Health by Expanding Immunization Services During Flu Season
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Originally published in the September 2010 NABP Newsletter New state legislation, new state board of… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Board Educated on Education
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Originally published in the September 2010 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD The boards… more »
Updated Model Act Addresses Quality and Safety in Patient Care
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Originally published in the September 2010 NABP Newsletter To assist the boards of pharmacy as… more »
Texas Board Approves PTCB as Single Provider of Technician Certification Exam
Topics: Pharmacy Technicians
Originally published in the September 2010 NABP Newsletter The Texas State Board of Pharmacy approved… more »
FDA Warning: Capsules Sold on Internet Contain Potentially Dangerous Ingredient
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TimeOut Capsules, a product marketed as a natural sexual enhancement drug, contain a chemical that… more »
Stolen Carbatrol and Adderall XR Found in Supply Chain
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Shire, along with FDA, alerts pharmacists and distributors that certain lots of Carbatrol® and Adderall… more »
Vet-VIPPS Contributes to Security of Evolving Veterinary Drug Supply Chain
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Originally published in the September 2010 NABP Newsletter The standards of the Vet-VIPPSCM (Veterinary-Verified Internet… more »
Funding for Rural Health Care Programs Could Offer Opportunities for Pharmacists
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A new pilot program – slated to receive more than $3 million in federal funding… more »
Two Additional Online Pharmacy Services Granted Approved e-Advertiser Status
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NABP recently granted two additional online pharmacy services Approved e-Advertiser status. More information about the… more »
NABPLAW Online Subscription Ordering Now Available 24/7
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NABP Launches Online Order and Renewal Services for National Database of Pharmacy Laws and Regulations… more »
Canadian Man Sentenced for Internet Cancer Drug Fraud
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
According to an ABC news report, the US Attorney's Office announced that a Canadian man… more »
New Massachusetts Law to Expand the State's PMP
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Signed by Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick on August 9, 2010, a new law will expand… more »
Electronic PSE Tracking System to be Implemented in Washington State
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
The process of implementing a new electronic system to track the sales of pseudoephedrine (PSE),… more »
New CMI Study Supports Need for Additional Research and Changes
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The effectiveness of consumer medication information (CMI) has been examined by FDA and various stakeholders,… more »
Manufacturer to Withdraw ProAmatine Effective September 30, 2010
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Shire, the manufacturer of ProAmatine (midodrine hydrochloride), a drug used to treat orthostatic hypotension, has… more »
Industry Guidance Includes Latest Warning Information for OTC Analgesics, Antipyretics, and Antirheumatics
Topics: Over-the-Counter
FDA released a Guidance for Industry, “Organ-Specific Warnings: Internal Analgesic, Antipyretic, and Antirheumatic Drug Products… more »
WHO Announces 2009 H1N1 Influenza Post-Pandemic Status
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The World Health Organization (WHO) influenza alert has moved from phase six, the highest alert… more »
New Tamper-Resistant OxyContin Tablets to be Released August 2010
Topics: Tamper-Resistant Prescription
Reformulated OxyContin® tablets, designed to prevent abuse of the prescription pain medication, will be released… more »
FDA Notice: Lamictal May Cause Aseptic Meningitis in Rare Cases
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FDA is alerting health care providers and patients that Lamictal® (lamotrigine), a medication commonly used… more »
NABP Staff to Share Expertise on State Regulations and Drug Supply Chain at PDMA Sharing Conference
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As part of an expert panel, NABP staff will speak on state regulations relative to… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Board Shoots, Does Not Score
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The issue of delegation of authority and the extent to which statutes and rules or… more »
FDA Alert Regarding Administration of Oral Nimodipine Capsules
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reminds health care providers that oral nimodipine capsules should be… more »
Bill Authorizing Secure Controlled Substance Disposal Methods Passes Senate
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The Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010 (S. 3397) (PDF), passed in the United… more »
Drug Safety Bill Introduced to US Senate
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Introduced to the US Senate on August 3, 2010, the Drug Safety and Accountability Act… more »
Survey Leads to Increased Emphasis on Practice Issues in MPJE for 2011
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Upon careful consideration and much analysis, NABP plans to implement revised competency statements for the… more »
Two Additional VAWD Accreditations
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NABP recently accredited two additional facilities through its Verified-Accredited Wholesale DistributorsCM (VAWDCM) program. See a full… more »
New Iowa Program Offers MTM Services to Thousands of Iowa Patients
Topics: Medication Therapy Management
The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services has selected a new medication therapy management… more »
FDA Approves Vaccines for the 2010-2011 Influenza Season
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved vaccines for the 2010-2011 influenza season in the United… more »
New Veterans Affairs Policy Prohibits Denial of Services to Patients Using Medical Marijuana
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A new Veterans Health Administration directive issued by the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)… more »
FDA Alert Regarding Adverse Effects in Children After Unintentional Exposure to Evamist
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FDA advises patients and health care providers of reports regarding adverse effects from Evamist® in… more »
Arkansas News: Narcotics Task Force Control and Detection Committee Report
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Published in the August 2010 Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Arkansas State Board… more »
Oregon News: New Rules for 2010
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Excerpted from the August 2010 Oregon State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter In June, rules were… more »
South Carolina News: Immunization Law Passes
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Published in the August 2010 South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, & Regulation – Board… more »
ASOP Seeks Changes to Ensure Patient Access to Safe Online Pharmacies
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Originally published in the August 2010 NABP Newsletter The Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP)… more »
NABP Compliance Officer Training Supports Indiana Board
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Originally published in the August 2010 NABP Newsletter In support of Indiana Board of Pharmacy… more »
Maryland Adopts Law Requiring Accreditation for Nonresident Wholesale Drug Distributors; 22 States Recognize VAWD
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Originally published in the August 2010 NABP Newsletter Nonresident drug wholesalers that wish to do… more »
Analysis of Survey Results Leads to Increased Emphasis on Practice Issues in MPJE Competency Statements in 2011
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Originally published in the August 2010 NABP Newsletter Upon careful consideration and much analysis, NABP… more »
Board Shoots: Does Not Score
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD The issue of delegation of authority and the extent to… more »
NABP e-News Now Weekly
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Timely information relating to pharmacy legislation, regulations, and competency will now be delivered to your… more »
Order NABPLAW Online 24 Hours a Day
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NABP is pleased to announce that NABPLAW® Online subscriptions may now be ordered online, 24… more »
Iowa Board Passes Emergency Rule Placing Synthetic Cannabinoids into Schedule I
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The Iowa Board of Pharmacy adopted and filed an emergency rule that places synthetic cannabinoids… more »
FDA Training Videos Provide Timely Drug Information to Pharmacists
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Drug Info Rounds, a series of training videos, provides important… more »
Two New Vet-VIPPS Accreditations
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NABP recently accredited two additional Internet pharmacies that sell prescription pet medications through its Veterinary-Verified… more »
Addiction Began with Prescription Drugs He got from Your Homes
Topics: Buying Medicine Online
Recent statistics show 20 percent of Americans have taken prescription drugs for nonmedical reasons, according… more »
NABP Grants First 'Approved e-Advertiser' Status to Pharmahelper.com, QC Supply, and Kerr Drug
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Seal Demonstrates Commitment to Patient Safety; Approved Sites Eligible to Advertise through Search Engines that… more »
Internet Outlet Operator Convicted, Faces Prison Time
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Convicted of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance and other charges related to an Internet… more »
FDA Warning: Stolen Advair Diskus Inhalers Found in Pharmacies
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FDA issued a warning that certain Advair Diskus inhalers stolen from a distribution warehouse in… more »
Rise in Prescription Pain Pill Abuse Documented in Latest SAMHSA Data
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Abuse of prescription pain medications continues to rise, according to the latest data from the… more »
FDA Solicits Input on Developing REMS for Drugs and Biologics, Extends Comment Periods
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues to seek input on the developing risk evaluation and… more »
NABP Appoints Dennis McAllister to ACPE Board
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NABP is pleased to announce that Dennis K. McAllister, RPh, FASHP, a member of the… more »
Board Members to Focus on Priority Issues at New Interactive Member Forum
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Developed to provide state board of pharmacy members with opportunities to discuss and gain new… more »
Third Annual PCOA Administered; Three-Year Trends Assist Colleges with the Review and Progression of Pharmacy Curriculum
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After three annual administrations, the Pharmacy Curriculum Outcomes Assessment® (PCOA®) has consistently provided data to… more »
NABP Provides AWARxE Information to Expo Attendees
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Through the AWARxE consumer protection program, NABP continues to educate the public on the dangers… more »
Pharmacy Practice Survey Outcomes Align with Future Vision
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Following extensive analysis and review of the pharmacy practice survey results, NABP has found that… more »
Mississippi Implements Law Requiring Rx for PSE Products
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Patients in Mississippi must present a prescription in order to purchase pseudoephedrine (PSE) products as… more »
NABP Recommends Boards of Pharmacy Prohibit Use of Acetaminophen Abbreviation
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NABP is recommending that the state boards of pharmacy prohibit the use of the abbreviation… more »
Pharmacist Pleaded Guilty to Health Care Fraud and Other Charges, Faces Prison Sentence
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Pamela Arrey, a licensed pharmacist who owned and operated two pharmacies in Baltimore, MD, pleaded… more »
The Washington Times Reports: Popping the Internet's Poison Pills
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Internet Pharmacy
The Washington Times recently reported on FDA's warning against "generic Tamiflu" and the threat of… more »
Consumer Updates: FDA Sounds Alarm on Phony Tamiflu
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Internet Pharmacy
FDA is warning consumers that a phony version of the antiviral drug Tamiflu being sold… more »
DEA Seeks Comments on Dispensing Controlled Substances at LTCFs
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The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is seeking comments regarding whether or not current… more »
Federal Strategic Plan to Fight Counterfeit Prescription Drugs
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Vice President Joe Biden and United States Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator Victoria Espinel introduced a… more »
Hearing Addressed Need for Single Federal Drug Disposal Guideline
At a hearing on drug waste and disposal, US Senator Herb Kohl, Chairman of the… more »
Online CE Activity Provides History and Overview of FDA Drug Regulatory Process
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An online educational activity, “The Past, Present, and Future of FDA Human Drug Regulation,” is available… more »
South Dakota News: Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
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Published in the July 2010 South Dakota State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter During the most… more »
Louisiana News: Medication Disposal Programs
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Published in the July 2010 Louisiana Board of Pharmacy Newsletter (10-07-352) During its May 5,… more »
Louisiana News: Drugs of Concern in the Prescription Monitoring Program
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Published in the July 2010 Louisiana Board of Pharmacy Newsletter (10-07-349) When the 2006 Louisiana… more »
North Carolina News: Item 2207 - Drug Donation Rule Now Effective; Advanced Training Technician Rule Still Pending
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Published in the July 2010 North Carolina Board of Pharmacy Newsletter On June 1, 2010,… more »
Minnesota News: Pharmaceutical Waste
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Published in the July 2010 Minnesota Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Minnesota Safe Drug Disposal… more »
Washington State News: Law to Rescue Overdose Victims Goes into Effect
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Published in the July 2010 Washington State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter No. 1045 A new… more »
Tennessee News: Tennessee Pharmacy Rules on Take-Back Programs
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Published in the July 2010 Tennessee Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Many Tennessee pharmacists have entertained… more »
Alaska News: Pharmacy Vending Machines
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Published in the July 2010 Alaska Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Many pharmacies have had multiple… more »
FDA Warning: Fraudulent Tamiflu Product Sold by Internet Drug Outlet
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning regarding a fraudulent product, sold over… more »
Oregon Board Classifies Marijuana as Schedule II Drug in Accordance with OR Law
Topics: Controlled Substances
On June 16, 2010 the Oregon State Board of Pharmacy acted to reclassify marijuana as… more »
Iowa to Implement Real-Time PSE Tracking System
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Iowa pharmacies will soon be linked to a real-time pseudoephedrine (PSE) sales tracking system designed… more »
Washington Laws Allow Naloxone Treatment for Drug Overdose
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Effective June 10, 2010, new laws in Washington state allow access to naloxone to treat… more »
NAN Alert: Potential for Serious or Fatal Errors Due to Epinephrine Shortage
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The National Alert Network (NAN) for Serious Medication Errors was activated on June 16, 2010,… more »
World Customs Organization Members Unite to Ban Counterfeit Drugs
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
The World Customs Organization (WCO) will sign a declaration on June 24, 2010, to ban… more »
Pharmacy Operators Face Federal Prison Sentences for Illegally Distributing Hydrocodone
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Pharmacy owner Richard Lacson and pharmacist Cesar Cabrera were sentenced to federal prison for distributing… more »
FDA Safety Analyses to Provide More Information Via Agency's Web site
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Aimed to provide additional information to both patients and health care providers, summaries of Food… more »
New VIPPS Accreditation
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NABP recently accredited one additional Internet pharmacy through its Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice SitesCM (VIPPS®)… more »
In Memoriam: Barbara Wells
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NABP is sad to report that Barbara Wells, founding executive director for the National Association… more »
PTCB Certification Required for Technicians by Department of Veterans Affairs
Topics: Pharmacy Technicians
Under new regulations from the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, pharmacy technicians working for the… more »
National Survey Reveals 2009 Trends in Illicit Prescription Drug Use Among Teens
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The Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance – United States, 2009 (PDF) reveals that, nationwide, a little… more »
Expanded Recall of Several Hospira Injectable Drugs
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Hospira initiated a voluntary recall of several lots of propofol and Liposyn products, because some… more »
Microsoft and Yahoo! Now Require VIPPS Accreditation for Online Pharmacy Advertisers
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
NABP commends Microsoft and Yahoo! for implementing new policies regarding Web sites selling prescription drugs.… more »
Rx Response Advises Organizations to Update Emergency Plans
Topics: Disaster Response
In preparation for the 2010 hurricane season, Rx Response advises that organizations should ensure emergency… more »
OTC Children's Cold and Allergy Medication Recalled
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Blacksmith Brands and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notified health care professionals and patients… more »
NABP Welcomes Yahoo! to Pool of Search Engines Requiring VIPPS Accreditation for Internet Pharmacy Advertisers
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The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) congratulates Yahoo! for its recent decision to… more »
NABP Applauds VIPPS-Accreditation Requirement for Internet Pharmacy Advertisers
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The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) commends Microsoft for its new policy regarding… more »
Dates Announced for the 2011 PCOA
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The 2011 administration of the Pharmacy Curriculum Outcomes Assessment (PCOA) will be held from January… more »
NPDB Site Provides Critical Information on NPDB/HIPDB Reporting Requirements
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The National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) and Healthcare Integrity and Protection Data Bank (HIPDB) Web… more »
DEA Instructs Pharmacists to Adhere to State Regulations Regarding Schedule II Prescription Changes
Topics: Controlled Substances
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) advises that pharmacists should adhere to state regulations or policy regarding… more »
Operation Safeguard Prevents Illegal Drugs from Entering the US
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) agents examined packages containing illegal pharmaceuticals shipped from foreign countries… more »
Wisconsin Governor Signs Law Requiring Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
On May 18, 2010, Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle signed a bill (PDF) that directs the… more »
Ten Resolutions Approved at NABP 106th Annual Meeting
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Delegates from the member boards of pharmacy adopted 10 resolutions during the NABP 106th Annual Meeting,… more »
Pharmacies in Indiana Adopt PSE-by-prescription-only Policies
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Four pharmacies in Terre Haute, IN, have adopted policies requiring that patients present prescriptions in… more »
New Mexico News: Regulation Changes
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Published in the June 2010 New Mexico Board of Pharmacy Newsletter During the March 15-16,… more »
Kansas News: New Pharmacy Regulations
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Published in the June 2010 Kansas State Board of Pharmacy News The Board of Pharmacy… more »
Kansas News: Changes to a Schedule II Prescription
Topics: Controlled Substances
Published in the June 2010 Kansas State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Kansas State Board… more »
Kentucky News: Legislation Update 2010
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Published in the June 2010 Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Newsletter HB 300, sponsored by Representative… more »
Support of Multistate Licensure Concept Study (Resolution No. 106-1-10)
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Resolution No. 106-1-10 Title: Support of Multistate Licensure Concept Study Action: Pass Whereas, the practice… more »
Standardization of Definitions, Requirements, and Registration of Pharmacy Interns (Resolution No. 106-2-10)
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Resolution No. 106-2-10 Title: Standardization of Definitions, Requirements, and Registration of Pharmacy Interns Action: Pass… more »
Expansion of Pharmacist Immunization Services (Resolution No. 106-3-10)
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Resolution No. 106-3-10 Title: Expansion of Pharmacist Immunization Services Action: Pass Whereas, pharmacists have been… more »
National Practice Standards (Resolution No. 106-4-10)
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Resolution No. 106-4-10 Title: National Practice Standards Action: Pass Whereas, the nationwide practice of pharmacy… more »
Uniform Disciplinary Guidelines (Resolution No. 106-5-10)
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Resolution No. 106-5-10 Title: Uniform Disciplinary Guidelines Action: Pass Whereas, state practice acts and regulations… more »
Task Force to Review and Recommend Revisions to the Controlled Substances Act (Resolution No. 106-6-10)
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Resolution No. 106-6-10 Title: Task Force to Review and Recommend Revisions to the Controlled Substances… more »
Continued Efforts to Standardize Pharmacy Technician Education and Training Programs (Resolution No. 106-7-10)
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Resolution No. 106-7-10 Title: Continued Efforts to Standardize Pharmacy Technician Education and Training Programs Action:… more »
Development and Utilization of Technology to Ensure Complete Patient Profile Data (Resolution No. 106-8-10)
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Resolution No. 106-8-10 Title: Development and Utilization of Technology to Ensure Complete Patient Profile Data… more »
Labeling of Patient Assistance Program Medications (Resolution No. 106-9-10)
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Resolution No. 106-9-10 Title: Labeling of Patient Assistance Program Medications Action: Pass Whereas, the US… more »
Recognition Resolution (Resolution No. 106-10-10)
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Resolution No. 106-10-10 Title: Recognition Resolution Whereas, the individuals listed here have made significant contributions… more »
NABP 2010-2011 Executive Committee Inaugurated at 106th Annual Meeting in Anaheim, CA
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Delegates to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) 106th Annual Meeting, held May… more »
NABP Honors Leaders at the Forefront of Public Health Protection at 106th Annual Meeting
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The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) honored leaders in the protection of public… more »
Delegates Approve 10 Resolutions at the NABP 106th Annual Meeting
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Delegates from the member boards of pharmacy adopted 10 resolutions during the National Association of… more »
William T. Winsley, MS, RPh, Begins Term as NABP President During the 106th Annual Meeting
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William T. Winsley, MS, RPh, began his term as president of the National Association of… more »
Malcolm J. Broussard, RPh, Elected NABP President-Elect at 106th Annual Meeting
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Malcolm J. Broussard, RPh, was elected to serve as the 2010-2011 president-elect of the National… more »
Michael A. Burleson, RPh, Elected NABP Treasurer at 106th Annual Meeting
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Michael A. Burleson, RPh, was elected to serve as the 2010-2011 treasurer of the National… more »
James T. DeVita, RPh, Elected to Serve as Member of NABP Executive Committee at 106th Annual Meeting
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James T. DeVita, RPh, was elected to serve a three-year member term, representing District 1,… more »
Edward G. McGinley, RPh, MBA, Elected to Serve as Member of NABP Executive Committee at 106th Annual Meeting
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Edward G. McGinley, RPh, MBA, was elected to serve a three-year member term, representing District… more »
Mark T. Conradi, RPh, JD, Elected to Serve as Member of NABP Executive Committee at 106th Annual Meeting
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Mark T. Conradi, RPh, JD, was elected to serve a one-year member term, representing District… more »
NABP Re-Elects Lloyd K. Jessen, RPh, JD, to Serve as Member of Executive Committee at 106th Annual Meeting
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Lloyd K. Jessen, RPh, JD, was re-elected to serve a second three-year member term, representing… more »
NABP Executive Committee Names 2010 Honorary President Howard C. Anderson, Jr, RPh
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Each year the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) Executive Committee selects an individual… more »
Gary A. Schnabel, RN, RPh, Oregon Pharmacist, Assumes Chair of NABP 2010-2011 Executive Committee, Receives President's Award
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Gary Schnabel, RN, RPh, immediate past president of the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy®… more »
FDA Seeks Public Comments on Agency Disclosure Policy Proposals
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeks public comments on 21 draft proposals on public disclosure… more »
ASOP Develops Policy Solutions Ensuring Patient Access to Legitimate Internet Pharmacies
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Internet Pharmacy
The Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP) seeks to protect patient safety and ensure patient… more »
York Man Federally Sentenced for Prescription Drug Fraud Conspiracy
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Curtis L. Hess of York, PA, was sentenced on May 12, 2010, to a 16-month… more »
2009-2010 Report of the Committee on Constitution and Bylaws Issued
Topics: Committee and Task Force Reports
The 2009-2010 Committee on Constitution and Bylaws met via teleconference on April 13, 2010. The… more »
NABP Offers Online Processing for Annual Meeting CPE
Topics: 2010 Annual Meeting
To receive a Statement of Continuing Pharmacy Education Credit from NABP for a session attended… more »
Reminder: e-Prescriptions for Controlled Substances Interim Final Rule Effective and Request for Comment Due June 1
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
On April 5, 2010, NABP reported that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Interim Final Rule… more »
Rogue Drug Site Operators Indicted for Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Substances
Topics: Controlled Substances, Internet Pharmacy
A superseding indictment charges two individuals, Carleta Carolina and Wayne White, with conspiracy to distribute… more »
USP Advisory Panel Recommends Patient-Centered Standards for Prescription Labels
Topics: Prescription Label
To address the problem of patient misinterpretation of medication instructions, the United States Pharmacopeial Convention… more »
HRSA to Post List of Agencies Not Compliant with HIPDB Requirements
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Government agencies that are not in compliance with the reporting requirements of the Health Care… more »
Medical Marijuana Bill Passes DC Council
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Awaits Mayor's Signature and Congress’ Approval Certain patients in the District of Columbia may be… more »
FDA Commissioner Stresses Need for Collaboration With USP on Monographs
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Margaret Hamburg, MD, commissioner of food and drugs, stressed the importance of collaboration between FDA… more »
Latisse Frequently Sold Without Prescription and Often Online
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Allergan’s prescription eyelash growth product, Latisse, is frequently sold without a prescription, and often over… more »
NABP Member Boards Help LegitScript Shut Down Rogue Sites
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Internet Pharmacy
Supported with evidence from NABP members, including two state boards of pharmacy and three Canadian… more »
Recall of OTC Liquid Medicines for Children and Infants
Topics: Over-the-Counter
McNeil Consumer Healthcare has initiated a voluntary recall of certain over-the-counter (OTC) liquid products for… more »
Ohio News: Corresponding Responsibility is Needed More Than Ever
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Published in the May 2010 Ohio State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter As many of you… more »
Arkansas News: The Growing Problem of Prescription Drug Abuse
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Published in the May 2010 Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Arkansas has the worst… more »
Arkansas News: Monitor, Secure, and Dispose
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
How Patients Should Know What They Are Taking, Secure Their Prescription Medications, and Properly Dispose… more »
Seven Pharmacy Organizations Respond to AMA Scope of Pharmacy Practice Document
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Seven national pharmacy organizations, including NABP, collaborated on the analysis and response to the AMA… more »
Enforcement Discretion for Unapproved PEPs Ended April 28
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, Office of Compliance has… more »
FDA to Revise GMP Regulations to Help Protect Supply Chain
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To help industry secure the pharmaceutical supply chain against economically motivated adulteration, FDA is revising… more »
FDA Committee Recommended Against Oxycodone-Niacin Combo
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The FDA Anesthetic and Life Support Drugs Advisory Committee and the Drug Safety & Risk… more »
States Continue to Develop Medical Marijuana Policies as Federal Stance Remains Firm
Topics: Controlled Substances
With the recent Iowa Board of Pharmacy recommendation that marijuana be reclassified as a Schedule… more »
Pharmacist Communication Shown to Increase Medication Adherence and Reduce Errors
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Three of four American patients do not take their medications as prescribed, according to the… more »
Pharmacy Manpower Project Reveals 2009 Workforce Trends
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The economic recession, coupled with a persistently high demand for pharmacists, contributed to several shifts… more »
Legal Briefs: The Vinci Code
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD The procedural and evidentiary rules followed by the judiciary in… more »
NABP Community Pharmacy Accreditation Program to Focus on Patient Care
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With the goals of improving patient care and reducing medication errors, the NABP community pharmacy… more »
NABP Resolutions and Actions Support HHS 'Healthy People' Project Goals
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Every 10 years, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) establishes overarching… more »
2009-2010 Report of the Committee on Law Enforcement/Legislation Released
Topics: Committee and Task Force Reports
The Committee on Law Enforcement/Legislation met January 26-27, 2010. Committee members reviewed their charge and… more »
2009-2010 Report of the Task Force on Prescription Monitoring Program Standards Issued
The Task Force on Prescription Monitoring Program Standards met October 28-29, 2009. Task force members… more »
Survey Suggests Majority of Patients Seek Pharmacist Advice About OTC Medications
Topics: Over-the-Counter
When selecting over-the-counter (OTC) medications, 82% of pharmacy customers base their decision on a pharmacist’s… more »
FDA Seeks Injunction Against Florida Animal Drug Compounder
Topics: Compounding
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking an injunction in federal court against Franck’s Compounding… more »
USP Issues Official Notice Regarding the USP Pharmacists' Pharmacopeia
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On April 20, 2010, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) issued a notice stating that the official… more »
Act May Exempt Certain Pharmacies From DMEPOS Accreditation
Topics: DMEPOS
While DMEPOS accreditation is required for suppliers who wish to obtain Medicare Part B billing… more »
NABP e-Advertiser Approval Program Application Now Available
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Internet advertisers that offer only limited pharmacy services or other prescription drug-related services online may… more »
Use of E-Prescribing Grows Dramatically
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
The number of electronic prescriptions increased 181% from 2008 to 2009, according to the 2009… more »
FDA Updates 'Medicines in My Home' Patient Education Resources
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Medicines in My Home (MIMH) section of… more »
Additional Medication Use Resources for Patients
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Patients may benefit from additional Internet resources that provide timely information on medication use and… more »
Registration and Scheduling Deadlines for the FPGEE
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Register for the FPGEE with NABP NABP began accepting registrations for the September 30, 2010… more »
DEA Announces Hearing Regarding Placement of Carisoprodol Into Schedule IV
Topics: Controlled Substances
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced a hearing regarding the proposed placement of carisoprodol in… more »
FDA-TRACK Provides Public Access to Agency's Performance Data
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The new FDA-TRACK will provide access to updated information about Food and Drug Administration (FDA)… more »
Studies Confirm New Heparin Monograph Results in Less Potent Drug
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Heparin Sodium, USP (heparin) made under the new United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Monograph has approximately… more »
New OxyContin Formulation to Help Prevent Abuse of the Drug
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FDA has approved a new formulation of the controlled-release drug OxyContin® which is designed to… more »
Harmonizing PharmD Program Requirements: Can We Agree to Uniform Standards for International Students?
Topics: 2010 Annual Meeting
Harmonizing educational standards for international students granted advanced standing is an issue of interest to… more »
NABP Responds to New Google Ad Requirements
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
On February 9, Google announced that it will only accept advertisements from Internet pharmacies in… more »
DEA Releases E-Prescription for Controlled Substances Interim Final Rule
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Interim Final Rule on electronic prescriptions for controlled substances was… more »
Guidelines for Standardized Numerical Identifiers Released by FDA
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As part of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) measures to secure the drug supply chain,… more »
Counterfeit Drug Investigation Leads to Two Arrests
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Two individuals have been arrested and face charges related to illegally importing counterfeit weight loss… more »
Three Indicted For Diversion of Prescription Drugs
Topics: Diversion
Three individuals in Florida have been indicted on charges that included the distribution of prescription… more »
Study Shows Social Media Sites Influence Medication Behavior and Attitudes
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A study published in the American Journal of Infection Control reviewed 1,000 Twitter status updates… more »
New Document Includes Labeling Guidelines for Dosage, Administration, and Safety
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A new guidance document, Dosage and Administration Section of Labeling for Human Prescription Drug and… more »
2009-2010 Report of the Task Force on Electronic Prescribing Software Standards and Data Storage Issued
The Task Force on Electronic Prescribing Software Standards and Data Storage met September 15-16, 2009.… more »
2009-2010 Report of the Task Force on Pharmacy Technician Education and Training Programs Released
The Task Force on Pharmacy Technician Education and Training Programs met October 6-7, 2009. Task… more »
NAPLEX and MPJE Fees to Increase
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Effective May 10, 2010, the NAPLEX will cost $485 and the MPJE will cost $200. See… more »
FPGEC Amends Requirements for Certification
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The FPGEC recently made amendments to the requirements for FPGEC Certification. Requirements for the English… more »
NABP Promotes Uniformity and Standardization in FPGEC Certification Program
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Amends English Language Proficiency Requirements The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) continues to… more »
Attendees to Assist in Shaping the Future of NABP During 106th Annual Meeting Business Sessions
Topics: 2010 Annual Meeting
Earn Credit through Timely CPE Sessions and Network with Peers Set in Anaheim, the largest… more »
Licensure Transfer Fee to Increase
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Effective May 10, 2010, licensure transfer will cost $350 for the first state and $50… more »
FPGEE Registration and Scheduling Deadlines Approaching
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Deadlines for the April 19 FPGEE are fast approaching. The last day to register with… more »
NABP e-News: March 03, 2010
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Iowa Board of Pharmacy Recommends Classifying Marijuana as Schedule II Drug Following a unanimous vote… more »
Online Drug Pioneer Tumbles
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Allegedly Retailed Counterfeit Meds The Winnipeg Free Press reports that one of Canada's Internet pharmacy… more »
NABP e-News: February 18, 2010
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Google AdWords to Require VIPPS Accreditation for Internet Pharmacies Marketing to US Patients A new… more »
NABP Commends Google's VIPPS-Accreditation Requirement for Internet Pharmacy Advertisers
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Rogue Internet drug outlets will soon find it more difficult to advertise to unsuspecting consumers,… more »
Medicare Enrollment Options
Topics: DMEPOS
On February 9, 2010, NABP learned from the National Supplier Clearinghouse the following: The National… more »
NABP e-News: February 03, 2010
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Prescription Warning Label Research Reveals Elements That Increase Patient Understanding Researchers evaluating prescription warning labels… more »
Oregon News: Board Adopts New Rules - More on the Way
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Published in the February 2010 Oregon State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Following the 2009 legislative… more »
Oregon News: New State Projects Funded by New Fees
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Published in the February 2010 Oregon State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter A health professions workforce… more »
Fake Drugs Bought on the Web Pose Big Health Risks
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
HealthDay reports that people who buy prescription medications over the Internet, especially drugs purporting to… more »
FDA Warns Consumers about Counterfeit Alli
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
The US Food and Drug Administration is today warning consumers about a counterfeit and potentially… more »
Mexico's Shadow Pharma Market
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
The Latin Business Chronicle reports that Mexico's counterfeiting, theft, and illegal sales of samples cost… more »
NABP e-News: January 06, 2010
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5,000 Web Sites Selling Prescription Drugs Outside of Pharmacy Laws and Practice Standards On December… more »
Washington News: New Credentials Issued With Conditions
Topics: Pharmacists
Published in the January 2010 Washington State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Effective October 30, 2008,… more »
Washington News: New Requirements for Pharmacy Technician Certification
Topics: Continuing Education, Pharmacy Technicians
Published in the January 2010 Washington State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Beginning in 2009 all… more »