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Cerelle vs Cerazette: Are they really the same?

Druggist

Cerelle and Cerazette are two brands of daily progestogen-only pill (POP), also known as mini-pill. In recent years prescribing of Cerazette in NHS decreased, in place of other brands, including Cerelle. Can I ask the pharmacy to dispense Cerazette instead of Cerelle? I used to be prescribed Cerazette, but not anymore.

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Evorel patches incl. Evorel Conti Alternative drugs

Druggist

Today the stock of Evorel patches, including Evorel Conti and Evorel Sequi is being replenished with improved availability in many pharmacies due to imposed supply restrictions by the wholesaler which redistributes Evorel products. A phone call to the pharmacy would be sufficient to get the information. delivers 37.5

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Five things to watch as the Biosimilars market heats up in 2022

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Semglee (insulin glargine-yfgn) is the first biosimilar available at the retail pharmacy counter, and it obtained interchangeable status. And, manufacturers will likely pay close attention to the impact of Semglee’s interchangeable designation on the adoption of biosimilars in the retail pharmacy space.

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Why the drug pricing debate is focused on insulin

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It has now been 100 years since the first patient with diabetes received an injection of insulin, when Leonard Thomas, a 14-year-old boy, was treated with the hormone. By taking steps to hold middlemen accountable, Congress can help fix a broken system and lower patient costs at the pharmacy counter.”. Potential biosimilar impact.

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Best Over the Counter Sleeping Pills UK

Druggist

All products containing diphenhydramine and promethazine are classified as pharmacy-only medicines (P). P products can only be sold from registered pharmacies, including online chemists. P medicines need to be requested from the pharmacy counter as they are not available for self-selection by customers.

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Lilly again reduces list price of Insulin Lispro Injection as latest change to affordability options

The Pharma Data

Lilly’s Insulin Lispro Injection, 100 units/mL — first introduced at half the list price of branded Humalog® (insulin lispro injection, 100 units/mL) in 2019 — will now have a 70 percent lower list price than Humalog U-100 starting January 1, 2022 Insulin Lispro Injection can be ordered through all U.S. retail pharmacies.

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Clascoterone – NEW cream for ACNE

Druggist

This year, clascoterone (brand name: Winlevi) has been approved by The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for treatment of acne in the US. Androgens are a class of male ‘sex’ hormones, which contribute to the development of acne symptoms. How does clascoterone work to stop acne? What does it mean?