Worsening Overdose Crisis Predicted
Opioid-related research developments of interest to pharmacists.
Guiding Novel Neurologic Drug Approvals
The FDA’s review of drug and biological products in this medication class is critical, as a brain impairment impacts between 6.5% and 7.9% of adults in the United States.
Sleep Duration in Employed Adults
Although research has shown that adults should sleep at least 7 hours per night, the 2014 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System reported that approximately 35% of adults got insufficient sleep. Perils of Mixing Opioids, Benzodiazepines
Opioid-related research developments of interest to pharmacists.
Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke: a Review of Pertinent Guideline Updates
There have been significant evidence-based literature updates regarding the management of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) in adult patients; these are discussed in a 2018 guideline update.
Reading Blood Pressure
New blood pressure guidelines lower the acceptable blood pressure threshold that defines hypertension and the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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