FDA Issues Rule to Improve Manufacturer Notifications Regarding Potential Drug Shortages
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an interim final rule that will require manufacturers that… more »
Articles Posted in 2011
Legislation to Require Valid Prescription for Non-CS Prescription Drugs Ordered Online Introduced to US Senate
Topics: Controlled Substances
The Online Pharmacy Safety Act (S 2002), a bill developed to protect consumers from Internet… more »
NABP PMP InterConnect Successfully Meets 2011 Development Timeline; More States to Go Live in Early 2012
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Originally published in the January 2012 NABP Newsletter Successful implementation of the NABP PMP InterConnectSM… more »
CPE Monitor Provider Pilot Approaching Completion; Additional ACPE-Accredited CPE Providers to Transition to Service Soon
Topics: Continuing Education
Originally published in the January 2012 NABP Newsletter The CPE Monitor™ provider pilot is nearing… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Boards Are Employers Too
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Originally published in the January 2012 NABP Newsletter Sometimes lost… more »
Regulators Review Reverse Distribution Process to Prevent Diversion, Environmental Hazards
Topics: Controlled Substances
Originally published in the January 2012 NABP Newsletter. Regulators have renewed focus on the reverse… more »
Pharmacists Rated High for Honesty and Ethical Standards in Gallup's 2011 Poll
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Pharmacists ranked number 2 in the 2011 Gallup Poll that asked consumers to rate 21… more »
Ephedrine Products Seized By US Marshals
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More than 4,000 pounds of raw material – Cissus quadrangularis and Cassia angustifolia extracts –… more »
DEA Final Rule Places Carisoprodol in Schedule IV
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Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issued a final rule, placing carisoprodol into Schedule IV of the… more »
Nevada Supreme Court Rules State's Pharmacists Have Duty to Warn in Cases of Known Patient-Specific Risks
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Based upon a ruling issued by the Nevada Supreme Court, November 23, 2011, it is… more »
Governors Petition DEA to Reclassify Marijuana as Schedule II
Topics: Medical Marijuana
A petition to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule II controlled substance with accepted medical use… more »
Counterfeit Phentermine HCI Tablets Found in United States
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Actavis Elizabeth LLC is warning consumers and health care providers that counterfeit phentermine HCl Tablets… more »
Law Enforcement in China Break Up Expansive Counterfeit Drug Network
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Chinese law enforcement arrested 1,770 suspects and seized $315 million worth of counterfeit drugs and… more »
FDA Takes Actions Against Dietary Supplement Manufacturers Due to GMP Violations and Misbranding
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA has taken actions against two manufacturers of dietary supplements due to violations of current… more »
Senate Bill Aims to Deter Counterfeit Drug Traffickers
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
A bill aimed to prevent trafficking in counterfeit drugs was introduced by Senator Patrick Leahy… more »
Providers and Patients Should be Cautious When Ordering Vaccines Online, Study Concludes
Topics: Internet Pharmacy, Patient Safety
Web sites marketing certain biologic vaccines to providers and consumers were analyzed in a recent… more »
European Health Care Providers Collaborate on Plan to Reduce Counterfeit Drug Dangers
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
The World Health Professions Alliance (WHPA) Prague Call to Action (PDF), a plan developed to… more »
NICHD Encourages Pharmacists to Educate Patients on SIDS Risk Reduction
Topics: Patient Counseling
The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) encourages pharmacists to educate parents… more »
Boards Report 846 Disciplinary Actions in Third Quarter
Topics: Disciplinary Action
Originally published in the November-December 2011 NABP Newsletter Reporting trends continue to reflect efforts by… more »
NABP PMP InterConnect Steering Committee Finalizes Governance Structure and Policies
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Originally published in the November-December 2011 NABP Newsletter The NABP PMP InterConnectSM Steering Committee met… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: School Gets In Your Facebook
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Originally published in the November-December 2011 NABP Newsletter In recent… more »
FDA to Release Guidance Document on Approval Pathway for Biosimilars
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Originally published in the November-December 2011 NABP Newsletter Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continues the… more »
Board of Pharmacy Executive Officers Share Successes, Challenges at Interactive Forum
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Originally published in the November-December 2011 NABP Newsletter Thirty-one executive officers gathered at the Interactive… more »
Delaware Pharmacist to Face Federal Charges for Distributing Prescription Pain Pills to Drug Dealers
Topics: Diversion, Prescription Drug Abuse
A Delaware pharmacist will face charges related to the distribution of OxyContin® pills for sale… more »
Over 300 People in Oklahoma Arrested for Illegal Purchase of PSE Products to Make Meth
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Agents of the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control (OBN), along with local… more »
More Physicians Using E-Prescribing
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
Surescripts, operator of the largest e-prescription network that connects prescribers’ e-prescribing software to pharmacies, reports… more »
FDA Video Encourages Consumers to Lock Up Medications
Topics: Patient Safety
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a new video encouraging consumers to securely lock… more »
Pain Medication Overdose Fatalities Continue to Increase, CDC Reports
Topics: Patient Safety, Prescriptions
More than 40 people die every day due to overdoses involving prescription pain medications, stresses… more »
Another 188 Tons of Unneeded Medications Collected During Third National DEA Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Consumers disposed of more than 188 tons of unneeded, unwanted, or expired medications at the… more »
Third CDC Get Smart About Antibiotics Week
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The third national Get Smart About Antibiotics Week will be observed November 14-20, 2011, and… more »
Emergency Department Visits Due to Carisoprodol Misuse Doubled in Five Years
Topics: Patient Safety
The number of emergency department visits involving misuse of carisoprodol doubled from 15,830 visits in… more »
Investigation of Counterfeit Drug Network in China Results in 114 Arrests
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
A four-month investigation by law enforcement in China resulted in the seizure of more than… more »
'Script Your Future' Provides Tools and Outreach to Encourage Medication Adherence
Topics: Patient Counseling, Patient Safety
US Surgeon General Regina Benjamin called upon pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other health care providers… more »
NABP and APhA Partner to Develop Voluntary Accreditation for Community Pharmacies
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NABP is partnering with the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) to develop a voluntary accreditation program… more »
President Obama Issues Executive Order Aimed to Reduce Prescription Drug Shortages
Topics: Prescriptions
President Obama has issued an executive order that directs Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to… more »
FDA Recommends Use of Sterile Needle and Syringe for Administration of Inactivated Influenza Vaccines
Topics: Vaccinations
FDA has released a communication recommending that health care providers use a sterile needle and… more »
Partnership for Safe Medicines Honors NABP with Guardian Award for Efforts to Fight Counterfeit Medicines
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
The Partnership for Safe Medicines (PSM) presented NABP with the inaugural Guardian award, recognizing the… more »
Prescription Fraud Investigation Results in Federal Charges Against 17 People in California
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A federal investigation resulted in charges against 17 people in California, including a doctor and… more »
Training Video Provides Tips on Preventing Pharmacy Robbery
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RxPATROL (Pattern Analysis Tracking Robberies and Other Losses) has released a training video discussing pharmacy… more »
Washington News: No. 1079 Board to Launch National Precursor Log Exchange - Tracking Sales of Meth Precursors
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Originally published in the October 2011 Washington Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Washington has become one… more »
South Dakota News: Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Update
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Originally published in the October 2011 South Dakota Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Board of… more »
North Carolina News: Electronic Tracking of Pseudoephedrine Sales
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Originally published in the October 2011 North Carolina Board of Pharmacy Newsletter H12 (Session Law… more »
Louisiana News: Prescription Monitoring Program
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Originally published in the October 2011 Louisiana Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Board knows that… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Certifican't Can
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Originally published in the October 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Boards of… more »
FPGEC Revises Policy on Exam Retakes and Score Validity
The NABP Executive Committee recently approved policy changes to the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee… more »
DEA Clarifications On Certification Process for Audits of CS E-Prescribing Software
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
In a Federal Register notice (PDF), DEA emphasizes that third-party audits of software applications for… more »
DEA Announces Temporary Scheduling of Three Synthetic Cathinones and Proposed Scheduling of Ezogabine
Topics: Controlled Substances
The administrator of the DEA has issued a final order to temporarily schedule three synthetic… more »
Nearly 20 Products Marketed as Natural Supplements Contain Sibutramine, FDA Warns
Topics: Controlled Substances
FDA has posted public warnings regarding 19 products, frequently marketed as natural supplements, and found… more »
FDA Videos Warn Consumers About Health Fraud Scams
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA has released two new videos aimed to educate consumers about health fraud scams such… more »
Michigan and New Mexico PMPs Sign On to Participate in NABP PMP InterConnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Michigan prescription monitoring program (PMP), known as the Michigan Automated Prescription System, and the… more »
MA Parents Believe Children Can Easily Obtain Prescription Pain Pills, Survey Shows
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Over half of parents, about 56%, reported that their children have access to their prescription… more »
PSM Report Warns of Increased Counterfeit Drug Risk if US Imports Foreign Drugs
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Approximately three million parcels of fraudulent medications – including fakes of arthritis, AIDS, and high… more »
Report Explores Drug Shortage Causes, Impact, and Proposed Solutions
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A report on the growing shortage of life-saving cancer drugs, presents some possible reasons for… more »
Bill for Redistribution of Prescription Drugs to be Introduced to Michigan Legislature
A bill that would allow collection and redistribution of prescription medications will be introduced to… more »
FDA Releases Guidance for Industry on Developing Appropriate Warning Labeling
Topics: Prescription Label
Amended labeling requirements aimed to help ensure clear, useful, informative, and consistent warning labeling are… more »
AWARxE Launches 'Does a Drug Dealer Lurk in Your Medicine Cabinet' Ad Campaign
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
NABP Foundation Program Encourages Consumers to Get the Facts on Prescription Drug Abuse, Rogue Internet… more »
Third DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, October 29, 2011
The next Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will take place Saturday,… more »
Four Connecticut Technicians Charged with Prescription Drug Theft and Illegal Distribution
Topics: Diversion
Four former Connecticut pharmacy technicians were arrested on federal charges related to their alleged theft… more »
Idaho Grants Pharmacists Limited Prescriptive Authority, Amends Definition of 'Drug Outlet' to Expand Regulatory Authority
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Originally published in the October 2011 NABP Newsletter In keeping with nationwide efforts to further… more »
FDA Releases 'Use Medicines Wisely' Video
Topics: Patient Safety
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Office of Women’s Health has released a new public service… more »
CMS Provides DMEPOS Suppliers Information on Round 2 of Competitive Bidding
Topics: DMEPOS
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has released additional information for suppliers submitting bids… more »
FDA Efforts Help to Shut Down Nearly 600 Internet Drug Outlets During Operation Pangea IV
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs, Internet Pharmacy
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), along with regulatory agencies from 81 countries, participated in this… more »
Las Vegas Physician and Pharmacist Indicted in Oxycodone Distribution Scheme
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Las Vegas physician Henri Wetselaar and his assistant David Litwin, along with pharmacist Jason C.… more »
FDA Action Prohibits Hill Companies from Introducing Adulterated Drugs Into Commerce
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FDA has announced that Hill Dermaceuticals, Inc, and Hill Labs, Inc (collectively referred to as… more »
FDA Guidance Document Describes Enforcement Priorities for Unapproved New Drugs
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a guidance document detailing the agency’s enforcement priorities… more »
FDA Conducts Preliminary Review of Supply Chain Vulnerabilities Related to Diversion, Counterfeits, and Substandard Products
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
As part of FDA’s proactive approach to preventing diverted, counterfeit, and substandard products from entering… more »
CDC Advises Influenza Vaccination for Everyone 6 Months and Older
Topics: Vaccinations
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises that everyone 6 months of age and… more »
OTC Asthma Inhalers Containing CFCs Phased Out By Year End, Prescription Needed for Replacement Products
Topics: Over-the-Counter
FDA reminds consumers using over-the-counter (OTC) asthma inhalers containing chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) that the products will… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Hey Mabel, Another Generic Label
Topics: Prescription Label
Originally published in the September 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD At times,… more »
Senate Committee Hears Testimony Regarding Securing the US Drug Supply Chain
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Securing the pharmaceutical supply chain from vulnerabilities related to the complex global supply chain was… more »
Multiple Lots of Oral Contraceptives Recalled by Qualitest Due to Packaging Error
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Qualitest Pharmaceuticals has issued a voluntary, nationwide, retail-level recall of multiple lots of oral contraceptives… more »
Regulatory Authority Over Compounding Pharmacies Resides with Boards of Pharmacy, Federal Judge Holds
Topics: Compounding
In the case of US v Franck's Lab, Inc, US District Court for the Middle… more »
Federal Officers Seize 8,000 Counterfeit Pills at Cincinnati Shipping Facility
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers seized 8,000 tablets of counterfeit tadalafil at a… more »
Emergency Department Visits for Medication Poisonings In Children Under 5 Increased, Study Finds
Topics: Patient Safety
The number of emergency department visits due to medication poisoning for children under age 5… more »
Virginia Deploys NABP PMP InterConnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Virginia prescription monitoring program (PMP) has gone live with the NABP PMP InterConnectTM, and… more »
First DEA-Approved System for Processing Controlled Substance e-Prescriptions in Use
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
Systems for electronic prescribing of controlled substances (EPCS) used at Supervalu pharmacies in Virginia and… more »
Latest SAMHSA Data Shows Prescription Drug Abuse Rates Still High, Meth Use is Down
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
An estimated 7 million people used prescription drugs nonmedically in 2009 and 2010, second only… more »
California Law Prohibits Sales of Dextromethorphan Products to Minors
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A new law in California prohibits the sale of medications containing dextromethorphan without a prescription… more »
New Hampshire Pharmacists' Authorization to Immunize Expanded
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Pharmacists in New Hampshire are now authorized to administer pneumococcal and varicella zoster vaccines to… more »
FDA Video Shows Consumers How to Use OTC Drug Labels
Topics: Over-the-Counter
A new video from Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeks to educate consumers on how… more »
ISMP Survey Suggests Gray Market Distributors Take Advantage of Drug Shortages
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In a survey of purchasing agents and pharmacists at 549 hospitals on gray market activities… more »
Florida Pharmacists Begin Submitting Data to State's PMP
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
On September 1, 2011, pharmacists began submitting data to the Florida Prescription Drug Monitoring Program… more »
Pill Mill Shut Down Results in the Indictment of 32 People in Florida
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Twin brothers Christopher George and Jeffrey George face federal charges related to the operation, management,… more »
FDA Alert: Infection Risk from Repackaged Avastin Intravitreal Injections
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FDA alerts health care providers that repackaged intravitreal injections of Avastin® (bevacizumab) have caused a… more »
FDA Provides Guidance for Industry on Tablet Scoring
Topics: Patient Safety
Recognizing the need for consistent tablet scoring that allows a patient to adjust a drug… more »
Seven in New Jersey Face Federal Charges of Illegal Oxcodone Distribution
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New Jersey pharmacist Vincent Hsia and six other individuals face federal charges related to their… more »
USP and CDC Webinar Offered on Compounding TPN Preparations and the 2011 Investigation of Bacterial Outbreak
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In April 2011, the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and Centers for Disease Control… more »
DEA Guidance Regarding Information Pharmacists May Provide on CS II Prescriptions
Topics: Controlled Substances
Recognizing that pharmacists are sometimes presented with prescriptions for Schedule II controlled substances (CS) that… more »
Google Agrees to Forfeiture, Continues Steps Taken to Protect US Consumers from Internet Drug Outlets
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Google Inc has agreed to forfeit $500 million… more »
FDA Notice: High Doses of Celexa Can Cause Abnormal Heart Rhythms
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FDA alerts health care providers that the antidepressant Celexa (citalopram hydrobromide; also marketed as generics)… more »
FDA Strategic Plan Outlines Steps for Advancing Regulatory Science
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FDA has released “Advancing Regulatory Science at FDA: A Strategic Plan,” a publication outlining the… more »
Preparing for the FPGEE
Topics: FPGEE
Test Day Tips and Requirements Refer to the FPGEE Administration section of the FPGEC Application… more »
ISMP Issues Safety Alert Regarding Insulin Preparation and Administration
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Due to numerous reports of serious errors associated with the misadministration of insulin, the Institute… more »
New PSM Report Alerts Parents to Growing Threat of Counterfeit Children's Medications
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
A new report from the Partnership for Safe Medicines (PSM) alerts parents to the growing… more »
New Research Shows Search Engines are Manipulated to Lead Consumers to Internet Drug Outlets
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
A recent report from researchers at Carnegie Mellon University provides new information showing growth in… more »
FDA Announces Updated Labeling Information for 32 Products
Topics: Prescription Label
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided information on safety labeling changes to boxed warning,… more »
Medication Disposal Programs Offered Across the Nation
As more attention is being focused on the alarming rates of prescription drug misuse and… more »
Prescription Fraud and Drug Trafficking Charges Brought Against 53 Defendants in Philadelphia
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Federal officials announced the indictment of 53 defendants facing multiple charges related to their involvement… more »
Iowa Task Force to Make Recommendations for Reducing Prescription Drug Abuse Rates in the State
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
In Iowa a new Prescription Abuse Reduction Task Force convened on August 9, 2011, for… more »
NABP to Participate in National Interstate Data Sharing Meeting
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
NABP, along with Ohio and Mississippi, two of the 10 prescription monitoring programs participating in… more »
Ohio Deploys NABP PMP InterConnect Statewide, Arizona Signs On to Participate
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Ohio Automated Rx Reporting System (OARRS) is the first prescription monitoring program (PMP) to… more »
Interstate PMP Data Sharing through NABP PMP InterConnect Is Now a Reality
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Two PMPs Already Using National System for Tracking Drug Abuse & Diversion NABP is pleased… more »
NCPDP White Paper Recommends Consistent Labeling for Prescription Acetaminophen Products to Promote Patient Safety
Topics: Over-the-Counter, Patient Safety, Prescriptions
In the interest of patient safety, the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs (NCPDP) has… more »
Federal Indictment Charges 26 Individuals in Large Scale Prescription Fraud Scheme
Topics: Diversion
A federal grand jury indicted 26 individuals, with allegations related to their involvement in a… more »
Pilot Programs Facilitate Successful International Regulatory Collaborative Efforts, FDA Reports
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports that two pilot programs involving prescription drug regulatory agencies… more »
Manufacturer Recalls Vasopressin Injection USP, Multiple Dose Vials
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A nationwide voluntary recall of multiple lots of Vasopressin Injection, USP to the retail and… more »
Counterfeit Emergency Birth Control Medication May be in US Drug Supply Chain, FDA Warns
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
FDA warns consumers not to use the emergency birth control product labeled as Evital, as… more »
CMS Policy Change Requires Physicians to Bill Medicare for Medications in Certain Situations
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued Change Request (CR) 7397 (PDF), which… more »
Interstate PMP Data Sharing through NABP PMP InterConnect Is Now a Reality
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Two PMPs Already Using National System for Tracking Drug Abuse & Diversion The National Association… more »
NABP Issues Rogue Online Drug Outlet Public Health Alert
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
New Report Shows 85% of Fake Online Drug Outlets Don’t Require Valid Prescription, Fuel Prescription… more »
New Acetaminophen Dosing Instructions for OTC Products to Help Ensure Appropriate Use
Topics: Over-the-Counter
To decrease the potential for accidental overdose, McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division of McNEIL-PPC, Inc. has… more »
FDA Provides Updated Information for Safe Administration of Acetaminophen to Children
Topics: Patient Safety
To help prevent acetaminophen overdose in children, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has provided consumers… more »
FDA Safety Notices on Drug-Drug Interactions Involving Methylene Blue or Linezolid and Certain Psychiatric Medications
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FDA has issued two safety communications regarding adverse drug reactions in patients taking certain psychiatric… more »
USP Invites Comments on Good Storage and Shipping Practices Chapter
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United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) invites public comments on a new revision of USP General… more »
NABP Accepting Applications for Exam and Assessment Item Writers
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NABP is seeking individuals to serve as item writers for the North American Pharmacist Licensure… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: FTC: Facinorous Teeth Case
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Originally published in the August 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Generally, the… more »
White House Implements Plan to Fight Abuse of Prescription Opioids and Other Medications
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Originally published in the August 2011 NABP Newsletter Unintentional drug overdose is now the leading… more »
NABP Issues Rogue Online Pharmacy Public Health Alert
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Internet Pharmacy
New Report Shows 85% of Fake Online Drug Outlets Don’t Require Valid Prescription, Fuel Prescription… more »
2011-2012 Influenza Vaccines Approved by Food and Drug Administration
Topics: Vaccinations
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it has approved the 2011-2012 influenza vaccine formulation… more »
Third DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in October
The next Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will take place Saturday,… more »
Medical Marijuana and the Montana Pharmacist
Topics: Medical Marijuana
The following excerpt is from an article originally published in the July 2011 Montana Board… more »
NABP Task Force Recommends CSA Revisions Aimed to Support Patient Care and Safety
Topics: Patient Safety
To address public health and patient safety issues, such as escalating rates of prescription drug… more »
Minnesota Board Reopens after State Government Shutdown Ends
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On Wednesday, July 20, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton signed the state budget appropriation bills into… more »
Tamiflu with New Concentration In Distribution
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Manufacturer Genentech, working with FDA, has made changes to the influenza drug Tamiflu® aimed to… more »
US Senator Supports Bills to Fight Prescription Drug Abuse and Related Crimes
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Senator Chuck Schumer is pushing for the adoption of two bills to prevent prescription drug… more »
Michigan Officials Note Alarming Prescription Drug Abuse Trends in the State
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Officials in Michigan agencies have stressed the alarming rates of overdose and addiction associated with… more »
FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Development of Personalized Medicine Diagnostics
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FDA published a draft guidance to facilitate the development and review of companion diagnostics used… more »
ISMP Calls for Cheers Awards Nominees
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The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) is calling for nominees for the ISMP Cheers… more »
Minnesota Scores Now Available Online; Board Closed Due to Government Shutdown
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To alleviate the concerns of candidates in Minnesota, the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy now allows… more »
New York State Assembly Considers Prescription Monitoring Program Bill
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman introduced legislation requiring the establishment of a prescription monitoring… more »
Study Offers Recommendations for Improving E-Prescribing Systems to Prevent Errors
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
A recent study analyzed the rate of error in different electronic prescribing systems and offered… more »
Iowa Drug Repository Program Serves Growing Number of Patients
The Iowa Prescription Drug Donation Repository Program, administered through the Iowa Department of Public Health,… more »
Illinois Man Guilty of Distributing Controlled Substances Via Internet Drug Outlets
Topics: Controlled Substances
Steven Immergluck of Aurora, IL pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and dispense controlled substances… more »
PCOA Administration Continues to Demonstrate Students' Progression of Knowledge through Program Years
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Originally published in the June-July 2011 NABP Newsletter After four annual administrations, the Pharmacy Curriculum… more »
Global Threat of Counterfeit Drugs Gain Exposure; NABP Quarterly Progress Report Highlights Actions Taken
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Originally published in the June-July 2011 NABP Newsletter Counterfeit drugs continue to threaten the public… more »
NABP Clearinghouse Sees More Than 100% Increase in Disciplinary Actions Reported by Boards of Pharmacy During First Quarter
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Originally published in the June-July 2011 NABP Newsletter Reporting trends continue to reflect consistent efforts… more »
NABP Government Affairs Department Supports Vermont Board's Efforts to Increase Operations Efficiency
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Originally published in the June-July 2011 NABP Newsletter As part of an ongoing effort to… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: 107th Annual Meeting Report of Counsel: Catch Me If You Can
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Originally published in the June-July 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD On behalf… more »
Task Force Recommends CSA Revisions Aimed to Support Patient Care and Safety
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Originally published in the June-July 2011 NABP Newsletter To address public health and patient safety… more »
Washington Board Votes Against Rescheduling Medical Marijuana
Topics: Medical Marijuana
The Washington State Board of Pharmacy voted unanimously to not consider rescheduling medical marijuana at… more »
CASA Study Concludes Half of High School Students Use Addictive Substances
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
A new report from Columbia University’s National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) concludes… more »
FDA and Manufacturer Alert: Diabetes Care Products Stolen from Shipping Facility
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A shipment of blood glucose monitoring products was stolen from a shipping carrier facility in… more »
New York Dietary Supplement Manufacturer Prohibited from Distributing Products
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA has announced that Howard Sousa, dba Artery Health Institute LLC, and DeSousa LLC, in… more »
FDA Strategy Aimed to Ensure Safety of Imported FDA-Regulated Drug Products
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced new long-term strategies to help ensure the safety… more »
NABP Participates in Congressional Briefing on Rogue Internet Drug Outlets
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
NABP participated in a Congressional briefing coordinated by the Partnership for Safe Medicines (PSM) and… more »
Manufacturer Recalls Two Lots of Risperdal (risperidone) and Risperidone Due to Possible TBA
Topics: Patient Safety
A recall of two lots of Risperdal® (risperidone) 3 mg tablets and risperidone 2 mg… more »
Counterfeit Trafficker Sentenced to Over Seven Years Federal Prison
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Shengyang Zhou was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison for trafficking and attempting to… more »
Printed Drug Ads Study Concludes that Format Can Effect Consumer Understanding of Risks
Topics: Patient Safety
Conclusions from three studies designed by experts in FDA’s Division of Drug, Marketing, Advertising and… more »
New Tamper Resistant Oxycodone Product Approved
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FDA has approved OXECTATM Tablets CII, an oxycodone HC1 product that is designed to discourage… more »
PSM Calls on Internet Ad Networks to Adopt Stricter Policies for Pharmacy Advertisers
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
The Partnership for Safe Medicines (PSM) sent letters to 10 of the top Internet advertising… more »
FDA 'Bad Ad' Program Raises Awareness of Provider Role in Ensuring Truthful Prescription Drug Promotion
Topics: Prescriptions
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Drug Evaluation and Research has reported on… more »
FDA Alert Regarding Errors Resulting from Confusion Between Risperidone and Ropinirole
Topics: Patient Safety, Prescriptions
FDA is alerting health care providers and patients that a number of medication errors, in… more »
FDA Sunscreen Labeling Requirements, Proposed Rule, and Consumer Information Released
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA will require sunscreen manufacturers to include in labels accurate information as to whether the… more »
FDA Takes Action Against OTC Product Manufacturer and Distributor Due to cGMP Violations
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA has taken action against two entities and three individuals that prohibits them from manufacturing… more »
Transfer NAPLEX Score for Up to 90 Days After the Examination
Topics: NAPLEX
Recently, NABP updated its processes to allow candidates to transfer their NAPLEX scores to additional… more »
Kansas to Participate in NABP PMP InterConnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Kansas prescription monitoring program (PMP) known as K-TRACS (Kansas Tracking and Reporting of Controlled… more »
Tracking PSE Sales and New Penalties Part of Tennessee Law to Fight Meth
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
In Tennessee, a new law aimed to combat the illegal manufacture of methamphetamine (meth) was… more »
'Know Your Dose' Campaign Aims to Prevent Acetaminophen Overdose
Topics: Patient Safety
The Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition, has launched KnowYourDose.org, a Web site aimed to educate consumers about… more »
Two Indicted, and Three Pleaded Guilty to Charges Related to Pharmaceutical Trafficking
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Rey Parra and Abimael Fuente of Florida were indicted on charges of conspiring to traffic… more »
FDA Issues New Recommendation for High-Dose Simvastatin
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FDA is alerting health care providers and patients, that the highest approved dose (80 mg)… more »
South Carolina to Participate in NABP PMP InterConnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The South Carolina Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP), known as SCRIPTS (South Carolina Reporting & Identification… more »
HHS Proposed Rule Would Allow Patients to Learn Who Has Accessed Their Health Records
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United States Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is… more »
Medication Disposal Drop Box Program Pilot Launched in Fairfield County, CT
Police departments in four Fairfield County, CT towns are providing residents a secure, legal, and… more »
SimplyThick Product Linked to Cases of Infant NEC and Two Deaths
Topics: Patient Safety
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety alert regarding SimplyThick, a thickening agent… more »
Three Additional Online Pharmacy Services Granted Approved e-Advertiser Status
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NABP recently granted three additional online pharmacy services Approved e-Advertiser status. More information about the… more »
Idaho News: Board Initiated 2011 Statute Changes
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Originally published in the June 2011 Idaho Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Statute changes are effective… more »
Kentucky News: Legislation Update 2011
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Originally published in the June 2011 Kentucky Board of Pharmacy Newsletter SB 40 was passed… more »
Tennessee News: Tramadol and Carisoprodol Now Classified Schedule IV
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Originally published in the June 2011 Tennessee Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Effective April 7, 2011,… more »
Tennessee News: New Label Law Allows Legend Drug Indications for All Patients
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Originally published in the June 2011 Tennessee Board of Pharmacy Newsletter BE IT ENACTED BY… more »
Wyoming News: Tramadol and Carisoprodol to Become Schedule IV in Wyoming
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Originally published in the June 2011 Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter By Jonathan Beattie,… more »
Wyoming News: Wyoming Legislative Update
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Originally published in the June 2011 Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The sixty-first legislature… more »
NABP PMP InterConnect Development Complete
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
PMPs Continue to Sign on to Participate in National System for Tracking Drug Abuse and… more »
State Senate Passes Louisiana Bill to Allow Pharmacists to Provide More Immunizations
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A bill being considered by the Louisiana legislature would allow pharmacists to provide additional immunizations… more »
Rhode Island Bill Would Authorize Pharmacists to Vaccinate Children
Topics: Vaccinations
The Rhode Island Senate passed a bill that would authorize pharmacists to administer vaccinations to… more »
AHRQ and NCPIE Partner to Provide Patients Medication Adherence Resources
Topics: Patient Safety
The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and the National Council on Patient Information… more »
Iowa Board Developing Rules for Internet Pharmacy and VIPPS Requirement
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
The Iowa Board of Pharmacy is developing rules to regulate Internet pharmacies pursuant to House… more »
Indiana to Participate in NABP PMP Interconnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Indiana Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP), known as INSPECT (Indiana Scheduled Prescription Electronic Collection and… more »
Study Analyzes ER Visits Related to Acetaminophen Overdose to Support Development of Prevention Strategies
Topics: Patient Safety
Over 78,000 emergency department visits annually were associated with non-abuse-related overdoses of acetaminophen, according to… more »
Delaware Medical Marijuana Law Calls for Establishment of State-Regulated Compassion Centers
Topics: Medical Marijuana
The Delaware Medical Marijuana Act, signed into law by Governor Jack Markell on May 13,… more »
Iowa Board Adopts New Rules for Pharmacy Closures
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The Iowa Board of Pharmacy has adopted new rules regulating pharmacy closures, including a requirement… more »
FDA Warning Regarding Counterfeit ExtenZe
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FDA warns consumers about a counterfeit version of ExtenZe, a dietary supplement marketed for male… more »
'Script Your Future' Provides Patients and Providers with Adherence Tools
Topics: Patient Safety
The 'Script Your Future' campaign, launched May 11, 2011 by the National Consumers League (NCL),… more »
NADDI Online Service Accepts Tips on Prescription Drug Crimes
Topics: Prescriptions
To assist law enforcement around the country, information about prescription drug-related crimes may be submitted… more »
2010-2011 Report of the Committee on Law Enforcement/Legislation Released
Topics: Committee and Task Force Reports
The Committee on Law Enforcement/Legislation met March 8-9, 2011. Committee members reviewed their charge and… more »
2010-2011 Report of the Task Force to Review and Recommend Revisions to the Controlled Substances Act Issued
Topics: Committee and Task Force Reports
The Task Force to Review and Recommend Revisions to the Controlled Substances Act met January… more »
Task Force on Pharmacy Practice Technology Systems (Resolution 107-1-11)
Topics: Resolutions
Resolution No. 107-1-11 Title: Task Force on Pharmacy Practice Technology Systems Action: Pass Whereas, significant… more »
Information Exchange for Prescription Monitoring Programs (Resolution 107-2-11)
Resolution No. 107-2-11 Title: Information Exchange for Prescription Monitoring Programs Action: Pass Whereas, the development… more »
Control and Accountability of Prescription Medications (Resolution 107-3-11)
Topics: Resolutions
Resolution No. 107-3-11 Title: Control and Accountability of Prescription Medications Action: Pass Whereas, state boards… more »
Pharmacists and Pharmacy Care (Resolution 107-4-11)
Topics: Resolutions
Resolution No. 107-4-11 Title: Pharmacists and Pharmacy Care Action: Pass Whereas, population demographics are leading… more »
Recognition Resolution (Resolution 107-5-11)
Topics: Resolutions
Resolution No. 107-5-11 Title: Recognition Resolution Whereas, the individuals listed here have made significant contributions… more »
NABP 2011-2012 Executive Committee Inaugurated at 107th Annual Meeting in San Antonio, TX
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Delegates to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) 107th Annual Meeting, held May… more »
NABP Honors Leaders at the Forefront of Public Health Protection at Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) honored leaders in the protection of public… more »
Delegates Approve Five Resolutions at the NABP 107th Annual Meeting
Topics: Resolutions
Delegates from the member boards of pharmacy adopted five resolutions during the National Association of… more »
Malcolm J. Broussard, RPh, Begins Term as NABP President During the Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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Malcolm J. Broussard, RPh, began his term as president of the National Association of Boards… more »
Michael A. Burleson, RPh, Elected NABP President-elect at Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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Michael A. Burleson, RPh, was elected to serve as the 2011-2012 president-elect of the National… more »
Karen M. Ryle, MS, RPh, Elected NABP Treasurer at Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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Karen M. Ryle, MS, RPh, was elected to serve as the 2011-2012 treasurer of the… more »
NABP Reelects Hal Wand, MBA, RPh, to Serve as Member of NABP Executive Committee at Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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Hal Wand, MBA, RPh, was reelected to serve a second three-year member term, representing District… more »
William J. Cover, RPh, Elected to Serve as Member of NABP Executive Committee at Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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William J. Cover, RPh, was elected to serve a three-year member term, representing District 4,… more »
NABP Reelects Mark T. Conradi, RPh, JD, to Serve as Member of NABP Executive Committee at Association's 107th Annual Meeting
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Mark T. Conradi, RPh, JD, was reelected to serve a three-year member term, representing District… more »
NABP Executive Committee Names 2011 Honorary President
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Each year the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) Executive Committee selects an individual… more »
William T. Winsley, MS, RPh, Assumes Chair of NABP 2011-2012 Executive Committee, Receives President's Award
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William T. Winsley, MS, RPh, immediate past president of the National Association of Boards of… more »
2010-2011 Report of the Committee on Constitution and Bylaws Issued
Topics: Committee and Task Force Reports
The 2010-2011 Committee on Constitution and Bylaws met via teleconference on April 12, 2011. Review… more »
Secure Use of SSNs by Private Entities, Including NABP
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As pharmacists and pharmacy technicians create their NABP e-Profiles to obtain their e-Profile ID for… more »
West Virginia Signs On to Participate in NABP PMP Interconnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The West Virginia Controlled Substances Monitoring Program has entered into an agreement with NABP to… more »
Law Enforcement Collects 188 Tons of Unwanted Medications for Safe Disposal at DEA's Second Take-Back Event
Collecting 188 tons of unwanted medications at over 5,300 sites across the country, the Drug… more »
Ohio Physician Convicted for Illegally Prescribing and Dispensing Pain Pills
Topics: Controlled Substances
Convicted by a US District Court jury of illegally prescribing and dispensing millions of pain… more »
Ohio Pill Mill Legislation in the State's Senate
Topics: Patient Safety, Prescription Drug Abuse
Ohio legislation aimed to fight illegally operating pain clinics is currently being considered by the… more »
Federal Bill Aims to Fight Rogue Internet Sites Selling Counterfeit Goods
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs, Internet Pharmacy
Legislation aimed to fight rogue Web sites dedicated to the sale of infringing or counterfeit… more »
Use of e-Prescribing Continues to Grow
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
Since federal support was offered in 2008, 234,000 prescribers are using electronic prescribing, up 216%… more »
Pharm Spam Proliferates; Spam Attachments Disseminating Destructive Software On the Rise
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Spam e-mail messages promoting pharmacy or pharmaceutical-related ads, or pharm spam, remained the most common… more »
Oregon News: No. 487: Synthetic Cannabis and 'Bath Salts'
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Originally published in the May 2011 Oregon State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter At its April… more »
Oregon News: No. 485: Oregon's Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Originally published in the May 2011 Oregon State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter By Todd Beran,… more »
Ohio News: Corresponding Responsibility Is Needed More Than Ever
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Originally published in the May 2011 Ohio State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter In last year’s… more »
Ohio News: 4729-5-24 Transfer (Copy) Rule Revised Again
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Originally published in the May 2011 Ohio State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter On January 1,… more »
Missouri News: Missouri Pharmacy Practice Guide
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Originally published in the May 2011 Missouri Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Missouri Board of… more »
Alabama News: Rule 680-X-2-.16 Practical Training Programs Standards
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Originally published in the May 2011 Alabama State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Effective April 4,… more »
FDA Takes Action Against Fraudulent OTC Products
Topics: Over-the-Counter
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in partnership with the Federal Trade Commission, has taken action… more »
Arkansas to Implement Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Arkansas has adopted a law to require the development of a prescription drug monitoring program… more »
Manufacturer Recalls Coumadin Tablets
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Bristol-Myers Squibb has initiated a voluntary recall of one lot of 1,000-count bottles of Coumadin®… more »
Single Concentration OTC Pediatric Pain Relievers in Distribution Soon
Topics: Over-the-Counter
To help prevent acetaminophen overdose in infants and children, drug manufacturers will begin distributing a… more »
FDA Releases Final Guidance for OTC Dosage Delivery Devices
Topics: Over-the-Counter
To address concerns about the risk of accidental overdoses with OTC medications, especially in children,… more »
Ohio Board Revised Transfer Rule to Previous Language
Topics: Prescription Transfer
Originally published in the May 2011 Ohio State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter On January 1,… more »
Deadlines for the September 2011 FPGEE
Topics: FPGEE
Register for the FPGEE with NABP September 8, 2011 is the last day to register for… more »
FPGEE Score Reports Released May 9
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Score reports from the April 2011 FPGEE will be available Monday, May 9 at 12… more »
Mississippi to Participate in NABP PMP Interconnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Mississippi Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) has entered into an agreement with NABP to participate… more »
DEA Prescription Drug Take-Back Days Part of White House Plan to Fight Abuse
Over 5,300 medication take-back sites across the nation participated in the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA’s)… more »
Mississippi Board of Pharmacy to Regulate PBMs Under Amended Pharmacy Practice Act
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Amendments to the Mississippi Pharmacy Practice Act establish that pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) doing business… more »
Montana Medical Marijuana Bill Will Require Stricter Regulations
Topics: Medical Marijuana
After much debate and several revisions, Montana legislators approved a bill (SB 423) that would… more »
Nebraska Medication Collection and Disposal Law Adopted
A new law in Nebraska will allow pharmacies to accept expired, unwanted medications – except… more »
FDA to Regulate e-Cigarettes As a Tobacco Product
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued a statement regarding the agency’s regulation of e-cigarettes… more »
Best Practices for Reducing Cargo Thefts Topic of FDA/DIA Meeting
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FDA and Drug Information Association (DIA) will host a meeting to discuss current best practices… more »
National, International Stakeholders Develop New Strategies for Fighting Counterfeit Drugs
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Originally published in the May 2011 NABP Newsletter “It is shocking to realize that, in… more »
States, FDA Pressing Forward with Pedigree, Track and Trace Rules and Regulations
Topics: Pedigrees
Originally published in the May 2011 NABP Newsletter One method of helping ensure the integrity… more »
Boards of Pharmacy, State Legislators, and Law Enforcement Continue to Tackle Methamphetamine Problem
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Originally published in the May 2011 NABP Newsletter On February 23, 2011, Sheriff Joe Guy… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: I.N.S.P.E.C.T. . . . Find Out What It Means To Me
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Originally published in the May 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Providing members… more »
NAPLEX/MPJE: Change of Jurisdiction Requests
On March 28, 2011, NABP launched a new online registration system for NAPLEX and MPJE.… more »
NABP Granted Judgment on Exam Score Invalidation Claim
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The National Association of Boards of Pharmacy® (NABP®) motion for summary judgment was granted by… more »
NABP Announces Winners of APhA Drawing; CPE Monitor Service Draws Enthusiasm from Attendees
Topics: Continuing Education
Attendees who stopped by the NABP booth at the American Pharmacists Association (APhA) Annual Meeting… more »
FDA Publishes Draft Guidance for Industry on Safety Labeling Changes
Topics: Prescription Label
FDA has published a draft guidance for industry, “Safety Labeling Changes – Implementation of Section… more »
Washington Bans 'Bath Salt' Chemicals Through Extended Rule on Illegal Synthetic Cannabinoids
Topics: Controlled Substances
The Washington State Board of Pharmacy filed a second emergency rule, WSR 11-09-044 (PDF), to… more »
Two Lots of Topomax Recalled Due to Suspected Presence of TBA
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Ortho-McNeil Neurologics Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc, has initiated a voluntarily recall of two lots… 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 »
Rogue Sites Still Fueling Prescription Drug Abuse and Counterfeit Drug Trade, NABP Reports
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs, Prescription Drug Abuse
Rogue Internet drug outlets continue to place consumers at risk by selling counterfeit drugs and… more »
April 2011 FPGEE: Questions or Concerns?
Topics: FPGEE
NABP recognizes that some candidates experienced challenges during the April 14, 2011 FPGEE. Please direct… more »
Washington State News: Board Reports 2011 Legislative Updates
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Excerpted from the April 2011 Washington State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The following bills regarding… more »
Oklahoma News: Technician Rules Committee
Topics: Technicians
Originally published in the April 2011 Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The Board is… more »
North Carolina News: Item 2221 - Safe Dispensing of U500 Insulin from the Community Pharmacy
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Originally published in the April 2011 North Carolina Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Editor’s note: Thanks… more »
Nevada News: Better Communication With Your Patients
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Originally published in the April 2011 Nevada State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter As you all… more »
Alaska News: Prescription Drug Monitoring Program Update
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Originally published in the April 2011 Alaska Board of Pharmacy Newsletter The current emphasis of… more »
Connecticut Signs MOU to Participate in NABP PMP Interconnect; Louisiana Makes Plans to Participate
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Connecticut Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) has entered into an agreement with NABP to participate… more »
DEA Drug Take-Back Day Approaching, Pharmacist Volunteers Needed at Collection Sites
Pharmacists may wish to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day,… more »
GA Bill to Restrict Sale of PSE to Pharmacies Awaits Governor's Signature
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Georgia House of Representatives passed a bill that would restrict sales of pseudoephedrine (PSE) products… more »
ISMP Calls for Action In Response to Infections Caused By Contaminated TPN; NABP Helps Educate Boards
Topics: Compounding
In response to the infections of 19 Alabama patients by contaminated total parenteral nutrition (TPN),… more »
Florida House Considers Legislation to Fight Pill Mills
In Florida, legislation aimed to fight unscrupulous pain clinics, or “pill mills,” is being considered… more »
New Jersey to Adopt Drug Price Registry Rules
Topics: Prescriptions
Originally Published in the April 2011 New Jersey State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter To implement… more »
Conscience Clause Controversy on Back Burner, but Still Simmering
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Originally published in the April 2011 NABP Newsletter While public controversy over “conscience clauses” for… more »
School of Pharmacy Study Finds Value in PCOA as Integral Component of Student and Curricular Assessment
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Originally published in the April 2011 NABP Newsletter Serving as a comprehensive assessment tool, the… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: If It Walks Like a Florida Nurse and Quacks Like a Massachusetts Physician, It Must Be a Massachusetts Nurse
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Originally published in the April 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD With technological… more »
Customizable Inspection and Compliance Assistance Services Now Available for Boards of Pharmacy
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Originally published in the April 2011 NABP Newsletter With state resources dwindling, NABP continues to… more »
Paving Approval Pathway for Biosimilars Presents Unique Challenges for FDA
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Originally published in the April 2011 NABP Newsletter With several patents on biologics scheduled to… more »
New Jersey to Implement PMP
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The state of New Jersey has contracted a company to develop and implement its prescription… more »
New Ruling Upholds IL Pharmacies Right to Refuse, Overturns Law
Topics: Emergency Contraception
An Illinois rule requiring pharmacies to dispense emergency contraception was overturned on April 5, 2011,… more »
FDA Warning Regarding Benzocaine Use and Rare, But Serious Condition
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning to consumers and health care providers… more »
New FDA Search Tool Provides Consumers with Easier Access to Information About Recalls
Topics: Patient Safety
A new recall information section on the FDA Web site allows consumers to locate information… more »
FDA Advises Pharmacists & Patients to Follow Pradaxa Storage and Handling Instructions
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety alert regarding special handling instructions for… more »
FDA Provides Information on Medication Guides Draft Guidance
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To answer questions regarding the recently published draft “Guidance for Industry: Medication Guides – Distribution… more »
Safe Practice Guidelines for PN Compounding Available from ASPEN
Topics: Compounding
In response to the deaths of nine patients in Alabama hospitals who were infected with… more »
Additional Online Pharmacy Service Granted Approved e-Advertiser Status
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NABP recently granted one additional online pharmacy service Approved e-Advertiser status. More information about the… more »
New Vet-VIPPS Accreditation
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NABP accredited one additional Internet pharmacy that sells prescription pet medications through its Veterinary-Verified Internet… more »
USP to Update Quality Standards for Widely Used Medications
Topics: Over-the-Counter, Prescriptions
United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) will partner with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the… more »
New PSE Law in Arkansas Requires Pharmacists to Verify Medical Necessity of the Drug
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
A new law in Arkansas will require pharmacists to verify the legitimate medical need of… more »
Citalopram and Finasteride Recalled Due to Possible Mislabeling
Topics: Patient Safety
Certain lots of citalopram and finasteride tablets have been voluntarily recalled by Greenstone LLC, a… more »
MA Pharmacists May Obtain DEA Registration If Acting Under a CDTM
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Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has determined that, in accordance with Massachusetts law (Chapter 528), certain… more »
Soladek May Contain Toxic Levels of Vitamins A and D, FDA Warns
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA warns consumers to stop using Soladek, a vitamin-solution product marketed by Indo Pharma, SA,… more »
Five Additional VAWD Accreditations
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The facilities listed below were accredited through the NABP Verified-Accredited Wholesale Distributors® (VAWD®) program, bringing… more »
NAPLEX/MPJE Application 'Date of Graduation' Reminder
The Date of Graduation field on the NAPLEX/MPJE application refers to the date on which… more »
New NAPLEX/MPJE Application Launched
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On March 28, 2011, NABP launched a new and improved application for online registration, which… more »
Primetime News Program Educates Viewers on the Growing Threat of Counterfeit Drugs
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Counterfeit Drugs
Government officials and other security experts shared information on the growing threat of counterfeit pharmaceuticals… more »
FDA Advises US Consumers Regarding Potassium Iodide and Warns About Unapproved Products
Topics: Patient Safety
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warnings regarding potassium iodide (KI) – a drug… more »
Georgia Board Requires Pharmacy Technicians to Register
Topics: Technicians
The Georgia State Board of Pharmacy has adopted a rule (480-15-02) requiring pharmacy technicians to… more »
Bill to Increase Penalties on Pill Mills Introduced to US House
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A bill (HR 1065) that would implement provisions to fight prescription drug abuse, with a… more »
National Poison Prevention Week Raises Awareness About Drug Poisonings
Topics: Patient Safety
Over 30 patient safety and stakeholder organizations have coordinated to support National Poison Prevention Week,… more »
Kansas News: Drug Disposal
Originally Published in the March 2011 Kansas State Board of Pharmacy Newsletter Drug Enforcement Administration… more »
NABP Unveils Relaunch of AWARERx.org
Web Site for AWARxE Consumer Protection Program Enhanced to Provide Important, Timely Information on Prescription… more »
Three States Sign on to Participate in NABP's Interconnected Prescription Monitoring System
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Developing System to Provide Nationwide Platform for Tracking Drug Diversion The National Association of Boards… more »
New and Improved NAPLEX/MPJE Application to be Launched
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On March 28, 2011 NABP will launch an improved application for the North American Pharmacist… more »
CPE Monitor Service Launched
Topics: Continuing Education
The CPE Monitor service, a continuing pharmacy education (CPE) electronic tracking system has launched. Developed… more »
FDA Action Prevents Manufacturing in Certain McNeil Facilities until GMP Requirements Met
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken action against McNeil-PPC in response to the company’s… more »
Federal Bill Would Implement New Penalties for Charges Related to Drug Theft
Topics: Diversion
A bill that would increase possible penalties in cases of pharmaceutical theft has been introduced… more »
FDA Grant Will Support Medication Adherence Campaign
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FDA has announced that it will grant funds to the National Consumers League (NCL) to… more »
Alaska Conscience Clause Bill Introduced to State's Senate
Topics: Conscience Clause
A conscience clause bill (Senate Bill 14) has been introduced in the Alaska legislature and… more »
NABP to Exhibit CPE Monitor Program at APhA Annual Meeting
Topics: Continuing Education
Show Attendees Have a Chance to Win an Apple iPad The National Association of Boards… more »
North Dakota to Participate in NABP PMP Interconnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The North Dakota Prescription Drug Monitoring Program has entered an agreement with NABP to participate… more »
New AWARERx.org Resources on Prescription Drug Abuse and Medication Safety
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
The AWARxE™ Web site has been updated with inviting, easy-to-read, and timely content to more… more »
Second DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, April 30, 2011
The next DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will take place Saturday, April 30, 2011,… more »
DEA Emergency Scheduling of Synthetic Cannabinoids
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On March 1, 2011, DEA implemented the emergency scheduling of five synthetic chemicals (JWH-018, JWH-073,… more »
FDA Releases Draft Guidance for Industry Regarding Medication Guides
Topics:
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a draft guidance that addresses two topics pertaining… more »
FDA Takes Action Against Unapproved Prescription Cough, Cold, and Allergy Products
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA took action against companies that manufacture, distribute, or market certain unapproved and misbranded prescription… more »
First PMPs Sign On to Participate in NABP PMP Interconnect
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Enhancing their ability to fight prescription drug abuse, prescription monitoring programs (PMPs) in the states… more »
Georgia and Montana Legislatures Consider Bills to Establish PMPs
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
Senate Bill 36 to establish a PMP in Georgia, passed in the state’s Senate on… more »
Identification of Counterfeit Products Prompts Manufacturer to Recall Two Lots Extenze Supplements
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Biotab Nutraceuticals, Inc has voluntarily recalled two lots of ExtenzeTM nutritional supplement tablets, as Food… more »
Spam E-Mail Campaign Uses Google Branding to Promote Rogue Internet Drug Outlet
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
A spam e-mail campaign promoting a rogue Internet drug outlet and misappropriating Google branding has… more »
North Dakota Law Regarding Pharmacy Operator Requirements Remains
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The North Dakota House voted 68 to 26 against House Bill 1434 that would have… more »
Two Additional Online Pharmacy Services Granted Approved e-Advertiser Status
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
NABP recently granted two additional online pharmacy services Approved e-Advertiser status. More information about the… more »
CMS DMEPOS Competitive Bidding Program Now in Effect; Round 2 to Include 91 Metropolitan Statistical Areas
Topics: DMEPOS
Originally published in the March 2011 NABP Newsletter With the contracts from the first round… more »
Requests for License Transfer Continue to Climb Following High National Demand for Pharmacists
Topics:
The number of license transfer requests submitted though the NABP Electronic Licensure Transfer Program® (ELTP®)… more »
NABP Launches Web-Based Interface to Assist Boards of Pharmacy in Reporting Facility Issues to HIPDB
Topics:
Originally published in the March 2011 NABP Newsletter State boards of pharmacy now have the… more »
Accreditation: An Essential Distinction in the Evolving Realm of Pharmacy
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Originally published in the March 2011 NABP Newsletter With its first accreditation program developed more… more »
New AWARERX.ORG Content to Educate Consumers on Prescription Drug Abuse and Medication Safety
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
Originally published in the March 2011 NABP Newsletter The AWARxE™ Web site has been updated… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Judicial Branch, Executive Branch, Olive Branch
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Originally published in the March 2011 NABP Newsletter The issue… more »
PMP Interconnect Pilot to Launch
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
System will Enable Data Sharing Across State Lines Originally published in the March 2011 NABP… more »
DC Bill To Allow Pharmacists to Provide Birth Control Pills Introduced
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District of Columbia council member, David A. Catania, introduced a bill that would allow women… more »
Stakeholders Share Information About Fighting Internet Drug Outlets at Senate Committee Hearing
Topics: Internet Pharmacy
Stakeholders representing varied consumer organizations had the opportunity to present testimony to the Senate Committee… more »
FDA Requests Unapproved Drugs to be Seized from Manufacturer by US Marshals
Topics: Prescriptions
As part of FDA’s Unapproved Drugs Initiative, US Marshals seized all lots of Auralgan® Otic… more »
Injectable Terbutaline Should Not Be Used to Treat Pregnant Women, FDA Warns
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA warns health care providers and patients that injectable terbutaline should not be used in… more »
One Lot Jantoven Warfarin Sodium Tablets Recalled by Manufacturer
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FDA is notifying health care providers that Upsher-Smith Laboratories has recalled one lot of Jantoven®… more »
NABP 107th Annual Meeting Attendees to Unite in San Antonio During Important Business Sessions, Timely CPE Programs, and Unique Networking Events
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San Antonio, a city that blends history and culture, surrounds attendees with the perfect backdrop… more »
Montana Bill to Repeal State's Medical Marijuana Law Passed House Vote
Topics: Medical Marijuana
A bill to repeal the Montana medical marijuana law passed in the Montana House of… more »
Federal Investigation Leads to Indictment in Rogue Internet Drug Site Extortion Scam
Topics: Internet Pharmacy, Patient Safety
An indictment names 11 defendants, all citizens of the Dominican Republic, charged with crimes related… more »
Defendants Pled Guilty to Counterfeiting Charges
Topics: Counterfeit Drugs
Shengyang Zhou and Qingming Hu pled guilty to charges of trafficking and distributing counterfeit versions… more »
South Carolina Immunization Protocol Signed
Topics: Vaccinations
Originally Published in the February 2011 South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation –Board… more »
Additional VAWD Accreditations
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The facilities listed below were accredited through the NABP Verified-Accredited Wholesale DistributorsCM (VAWDCM) program, bringing… more »
ACPE International Services Program to Offer Pharmacy Education Guidance
Topics: Education
To better assist international stakeholders who seek guidance related to quality assurance and advancement of… more »
USP Seeks Comments on Prescription Container Labeling Standards
Topics: Prescription Label
United States Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) encourages pharmacists and other health care providers to submit comments… more »
Oregon Board of Pharmacy Implements New Fingerprint Requirements
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Effective February 1, 2011, the Oregon State Board of Pharmacy will require all new applicants… more »
South Carolina Requires Electronic Tracking of PSE-Product Sales
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
All pharmacies and retailers in the state of South Carolina that sell over-the-counter cold and… more »
Three New VIPPS Accreditations
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NABP has accredited three additional Internet pharmacies through its VIPPS® (Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice SitesCM)… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Canadian DisConnection
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Originally published in the February 2011 NABP Newsletter By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Previous newsletter… more »
New and Improved NAPLEX/MPJE Application Coming Soon
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Originally published in the February 2011 NABP Newsletter In March, NABP will be launching a… more »
NABP Presents at DEA Meeting on Prescription Drug Disposal Regulations
Stakeholders, including NABP, presented at the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) public meeting, January 19-20, 2011,… more »
New Clearinghouse Reporting Tool to Further Assist State Boards of Pharmacy
Topics: Disciplinary Action
As of February 1, 2011, state boards of pharmacy can utilize a new NABP Clearinghouse… more »
PTCB Reports Record Number of Pharmacy Technician Certification Candidates
Topics: Pharmacy Technicians
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) reports that over 400,000 pharmacy technicians nationwide have earned… more »
Federal Agencies to Assist Maine Law Enforcement in Combating Prescription Drug Abuse
Topics: Prescription Drug Abuse
In response to reports that Maine has the highest proportion of residents being treated for… more »
Two New Vet-VIPPS Accreditations
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NABP accredited two additional Internet pharmacies that sell prescription pet medications through its Veterinary-Verified Internet… more »
Five Additional Online Pharmacy Services Granted Approved e-Advertiser Status
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NABP recently granted five additional online pharmacy services Approved e-Advertiser status. More information about the… more »
NABP Report Highlights Progress in Protecting Public Health from Rogue Internet Drug Outlets
Topics: Buying Medicine Online, Internet Pharmacy
The list of Internet drug outlets ranked as Not Recommended by NABP grew 37% to… more »
FDA Seeks Information on Stolen GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Health Products
Topics: Diversion, Patient Safety
Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Office of Criminal Investigations (OCI) seeks information on the theft… more »
Medication Error Reporting: CQI Programs Offer Avenue to Vital Follow-Up
Topics: Continuous Quality Improvement
Originally published in the January 2011 NABP Newsletter Patient safety advocates have long emphasized the… more »
FDA Reminder About Emergency Compounding of Tamiflu for Oral Suspension
Topics: Compounding
The FDA has added Tamiflu® for Oral Suspension 12 mg/ml 25 ml (National Drug Code… more »
Additional VAWD Accreditations
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The facilities listed below were accredited through the NABP Verified-Accredited Wholesale DistributorsCM (VAWDCM) program, bringing… more »
Medication Error Reporting: CQI Programs Offer Avenue to Vital Follow-Up
Topics: Continuous Quality Improvement
Originally published in the January 2011 NABP Newsletter Patient safety advocates have long emphasized the… more »
FDA Asks Drug Manufacturers to Limit Strength of Acetaminophen in Prescription Products
Topics: Prescription Label, Prescriptions
In the interest of patient safety, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has asked drug manufacturers… more »
FDA Alert Regarding Liver Injury Associated with Dronedarone
Topics: Patient Safety
FDA alerts health care providers about cases of rare, but severe liver injury, associated with… more »
McNeil Recalls Additional Over-the-Counter Products
Topics: Over-the-Counter, Patient Safety
McNeil Consumer Healthcare has voluntarily recalled, at the wholesale level, certain lots of Tylenol® 8… more »
FDA Warning: Scam Victimizes Consumers Who Purchased Drugs Via Internet or Telephone
Topics: Internet Pharmacy, Patient Safety
FDA warns the public about a continued international extortion scam in which criminals contact victims… more »
NABP Legal Briefs: Citizenship Kane
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By Dale J. Atkinson, JD Originally published in the January 2011 NABP Newsletter The qualifications… more »
FPGEE Scheduling Notice
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After February 9, 2011, Pearson VUE will open up the April 14, 2011 FPGEE testing… more »
2011 Survey of Pharmacy Law Now Available!
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Celebrating its 60th edition as a convenient reference source for individuals seeking an overview of… more »
FDA Safety Alert Regarding Mislabeled Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution
Topics: Patient Safety
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety alert notifying the public that the Ritedose… more »
Massachusetts Amends PMP Regulations to Require Identification for Additional Rx
Topics: Prescription Monitoring Program
The Massachusetts Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) made changes to requirements for data and customer ID… more »
Washington Board Passed Emergency Rule Banning Synthetic Marijuana
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Effective January 7, 2011, the sale and possession of synthetic marijuana products known as “K2”… more »
Oklahoma Board Implements Regulation to Block PSE-Product Sales to Meth Drug Offenders
Topics: Pseudoephedrine
Effective November 1, 2010, the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy has implemented a regulation stating… more »
Alaska Board Proposes Regulation Project for Providing Safe Medical Marijuana
Topics: Medical Marijuana
The Alaska Board of Pharmacy is proposing a regulation project to provide a safe means… more »
DEA Plans Second National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
To provide a safe means for the disposal of unwanted, unused prescription medications, Drug Enforcement… more »
DEA to Hold Public Meeting on Drug Disposal Procedures
DEA will hold a public meeting to discuss procedures for the surrender of unwanted controlled… more »
Surescripts Publishes Guidance for Electronic Prescriptions
Topics: Electronic Prescriptions
Surescripts has released “Guidelines for Creating High-Quality Electronic Prescriptions In The Ambulatory Healthcare Setting,” (PDF)… more »
Proposed New Chapter on Prescription Container Labeling Available from USP
Topics: Prescription Label
United States Pharmacopeia (USP) published proposed new General Chapter <17> Prescription Container Labeling (PDF) in… more »
Ohio Board Limits Number of Prescription Transfers In Interest of Patient Safety
Topics: Patient Safety, Prescription Transfer
In the interest of patient safety and to address prescription drug abuse, the Ohio State… more »
San Francisco Bill Calls for Drug Disposal Program by Drug Companies
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved a bill that would require pharmaceutical companies to… more »