NABP e-News: May 27, 2009

NABP 2009-2010 Executive Committee Inaugurated at 105th Annual Meeting
Delegates to the NABP 105th Annual Meeting, held May 16-19, 2009, in Miami, FL, elected individuals to fill the president-elect, treasurer, and open member positions on the Association’s 2009-2010 Executive Committee. Read more in the May 20, 2009 NABP news release.

Palm Springs Attorney Sentenced for Prescription Drug Diversion 
An attorney from Palm Springs, CA, was sentenced to serve jail time for his role in a drug diversion scheme, according to a news release issued May 20, 2009, by the United States Attorney's Office for the District of New Hampshire. Robert McFadden, 63, was sentenced on May 19 to three years of incarceration to be followed by two years of supervised release for his involvement in the illegal purchase and distribution of the HIV drug Serostim®. Large quantities of the drug were illegally purchased from illegitimate sources and then illegally distributed to wholesale distributors using falsified paperwork. McFadden was also ordered to pay a money judgment of $96,639.

FDA Posts Update, Information on Approved Drugs to Treat H1N1 Flu Virus 
In its May 26, 2009 H1N1 Flu Virus Update, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) notes that Tamiflu® (oseltamivir phosphate) and Relenza® (zanamivir) are the two FDA-approved influenza antiviral drugs that are recommended by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for use against the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. The prescribing information, emergency use authorizations, and fact sheets for both drugs are available on the FDA Web site. FDA also provides comprehensive information on the H1N1 flu virus.

ISMP: Do Not Store Insulin Vials in Open Cartons Due to Risk of Mix-up
The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) warns that storing insulin vials inside their cardboard cartons after the packages have been opened can lead to mix-ups, and potential medical emergencies, if vials are accidentally returned to the wrong carton after being used. The next patient care worker looking for a particular insulin product could read the label on the carton, assume that it accurately reflects what is inside, and end up administering the wrong product. To avoid such a mishap, ISMP recommends that the cartons be discarded, either in the pharmacy before the insulin is dispensed, or when it is received at the nursing station.

Ten Additional Facilities Awarded VAWD Accreditation 
NABP recently accredited 10 additional facilities through its Verified-Accredited Wholesale Distributors® VAWD®) program, bringing the total number of accredited facilities to 338 as of May 22, 2009. A full listing of VAWD facilities is available under Accreditation Programs on the NABP Web site.

  • AmerisourceBergen Corporation, dba AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation, distributes prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) drug products and sundries to customers primarily in northern California and northern Nevada. The company received accreditation for its Sacramento, CA facility.
  • Cardinal Health 110, Inc, dba Cardinal Health 411, Inc, distributes prescription and OTC drug products and other health items to retail pharmacies, hospitals, surgical centers, clinics, and practitioner offices. The company received accreditation for its Salt Lake City, UT facility.
  • CEVA Logistics US, Inc distributes blood derivative products and associated devices for Fenwall, Inc in Lake Zurich, IL. The company received accreditation for its Arlington, TX facility.
  • Eckerd Corporation, dba Rite Aid Charlotte Distribution Center (No. 53), distributes pharmaceuticals and other products to Eckerd/Rite Aid stores in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The company received accreditation for its Charlotte, NC facility.
  • Fresenius USA Manufacturing, Inc, dba Fresenius Medical Care North America, distributes dialysis products and equipment to dialysis clinics and home patients primarily in the western states. The company received accreditation for its Ogden, UT facility.
  • Gulf South Medical Supply, Inc distributes medical supplies, 19 of which are prescription items, to long-term care facilities. The company received accreditation for its Sacramento, CA facility.
  • McKesson Corporation, dba McKesson Drug Company, distributes prescription drugs including controlled substances to community and chain pharmacies, hospitals, and medical clinics in Alaska. The company received accreditation for its Anchorage, AK facility.
  • Patterson Logistics Services, Inc supports more than 70 dental, veterinary, and medical sales branches nationwide. The company received accreditation for its Boone, IA facility, which distributes dental products and equipment throughout the Midwest.
  • Safco Dental Supply Company operates as a national catalog distribution center for dental supplies to practicing dentists in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The company received accreditation for its Buffalo Grove, IL facility.
  • UPS Supply Chain Solutions, Inc provides Merck & Co, Inc’s pharmaceutical products, including vaccines, to pharmacies, hospitals, practitioners, and wholesale distributors in 13 states. The company received accreditation for its Reno, NV facility.

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