Perils of Mixing Opioids, Benzodiazepines

Opioid-related research developments of interest to pharmacists.

Aripiprazole 1 mg/mL Oral Suspension

This may be suitable for patients who cannot take the solid oral dosage forms or tolerate the ingredients  in the commercially available oral solution.

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.

Brain Changes Signal Nascent Alzheimer’s

Scientists from the University of Eastern Finland have identified alterations occurring in the human brain that signal the early stages of this common neurogenerative disease.

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.

Comparison of Chronic Pain and High-Impact Chronic Pain

The 2016 National Health Interview Survey found that high-impact chronic pain and chronic pain that does not limit major life activities were linked to various physical and mental conditions.

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