Major study boosts knowledge of blood pressure genetics
A study has found over 500 genetic regions, known as loci, that are associated with blood pressure characteristics and researchers say the information could enable high-risk individuals to be targeted earlier for hypertension prevention. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 16, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Newer hormonal contraceptives still associated with reduced risk of ovarian cancer
Researchers in Denmark found that newer combined hormonal contraceptives were still associated with a reduction in ovarian cancer risk in women of reproductive age. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 14, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Study results show increased hydration can prevent recurrent cystitis
Increased water intake can help prevent cystitis and reduce antibiotic use in women with recurrent infections who drink less than 1.5 litres of fluid a day, study results have shown. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 12, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Management of post-operative nausea and vomiting in adults
The evidence base supporting pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions for nausea and vomiting after surgery. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 9, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
How pharmacists can help prevent an ‘opioid crisis’ developing in the UK
Pharmacy must demonstrate that it has the knowledge and skills to support people to use opiods safely and effectively. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 9, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Long-term maintenance interventions needed for sustained blood pressure control
Research has shown that the benefits of a pharmacist-led intensive telemonitoring protocol for blood pressure (BP) control lasted for up to a year after the end of the intervention. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 9, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Reminder apps improve self-reported adherence to cardiovascular medicines
Medicine reminder apps can improve self-reported adherence to cardiovascular medicines, according to findings from a randomised clinical trial presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 8, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Lack of evidence to support statin use in non-cardiovascular conditions
There is a lack of ‘convincing’ evidence that statins improve outcomes in non-cardiovascular conditions, such as diabetes, a review has shown. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 6, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Role of dual and triple fixed-dose combination inhalers in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
A review of the current evidence, including the safety and efficacy of dual and triple-combination inhalers for the treatment of stable COPD, and their place in therapy. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 5, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Pharmacist prescribing support releases GP capacity, Scottish project shows
Prescribing support from specialist pharmacy staff could free up GPs ’ time and capacity, results from a pilot project in Scotland have shown. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 2, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Empirical antibiotic treatment of sepsis: impact of specialist pharmacist review
Guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence recommend that empirical antibiotic courses initiated in hospital inpatients should be reviewed within 72 hours[1]; ... (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - November 1, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Prescribing and deprescribing sodium valproate: implications for pharmacy practice
Children exposed to valproate in utero are at a high risk of serious developmental disorders (30 –40% risk) and congenital malformations (10% risk). Valproate is now contraindicated in pregnancy for all indications, except for the treatment of epilepsy in the absence of a suitable alternative (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - October 31, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Point-of-care testing can support antimicrobial stewardship
Researchers say the integration of point-of-care testing could help identify lower-risk patients in hospitals and subsequently reduce antibiotic use. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - October 31, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Daily vaping increases heart attack risk
Despite e-cigarettes being recommended as a safer alternative to tobacco smoking, researchers found data linking both e-cigarette use and cigarette smoking with a higher risk of myocardial infarction compared with not smoking. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - October 29, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
One in six women with breast cancer 'do not adhere to tamoxifen'
Some 16% of premenopausal women with early-onset breast cancer fail to adequately adhere to tamoxifen, increasing their risk of recurrence and reduced survival. (Source: Clinical Pharmacist)
Source: Clinical Pharmacist - October 26, 2018 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
