Pharmacy Error Cited in 3 Deaths.
April 30, 2007
A pharmacy erroneously made a drug 10 times more potent than intended, which killed three people who received it at an Oregon clinic…
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CPhtLink.com Visability
April 28, 2007
I’ve been blogging for a long time. Long before I launched CPhTlink.com.
I never really used Technotati or Link-exchanges. That’s probably why my other blog is only really read by family and friends.
So I am going to give all this a shot to see if we can drive more technicians to start using this site. My first step was to do a “Post Claim” on Technorati.
If anyone else has some tips or suggestions, I am open to them.
Another Free C.E., new Generic News
April 27, 2007
With the new release of a generic version of Ambien, I bring you this C.E.:
Newer Options in the Management of Insomnia
The FDA has granted final approval for the release of the generic version of Ambien. The drug, zolpidem tartrate, is a nonbenzodiazepine hypnotic, otherwise known as a sleeping pill. The tablets, which are shipping immediately, are in 5 mg and 10 mg doses.
Last year, Ambien had U.S. sales of approximately $2.2 billion for the same dosages
Zolpidem tartrate has been linked to several risks, including “Sleep Driving” that we have read about in previous posts.
Aside: I am sorry for the lack of updates. The main computer that CPhTLink.com runs from has broken down for good. A temporary solution has been worked out, and a new Intel Mac is on the way.
20/20 Pharmacy Errors Video
April 18, 2007
If you missed the highly debated report that ABC’s 20/20 did on the Pharmacy Industry,
CPhTLink.com is now offering the full video for download.
The video is in Windows Media format to keep the file size under 20 Megabytes.
Click Here to download the video.
And join the discussion in our forums.
21st Century Pharmacy
April 10, 2007
21st century technology has improved work flow for pharmacies everywhere.
Among them, My pharmacy uses the DEA’s CSOS (Controlled Substance Ordering System) to electronically submit our Dea-222 forms. We handle all our ordering and returns via the Internet, and many other types of computer technology to make our work a little easier. This is nothing new. Read more
Details of Settlement (OxyContin Patent Infringement Lawsuit) Announced
April 4, 2007
Purdue and IMPAX have agreed to end their lawsuit concerning patents on OxyContin. Under the terms of the settlement agreement, IMPAX acknowledges that Purdue’s OxyContin patents are valid, and were infringed upon by IMPAX’s oxycodone ER products. Read more
DermaFreeze Recall
April 2, 2007
Woodridge Labs, Inc., has voluntarily recalled all lots of the following items
DermaFreeze365™ Instant Line Relaxing Formula
(UPC Codes 6-05923-36501-6, 6-05923-36502-3, 6-05923-10563-6)
DermaFreeze365™ Neck & Chest
(UPC Code 6-05923-36503-0)
This recall was a result of certain limited lots testing positive for the Pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria. Read more
ABC’s 20/20 covers Pharmacy Errors
April 2, 2007
A recent episode of ABC’s 20/20 aired an expose’ on “Fast Pharmacies” and the devastating errors that they produce.
Segments of the story focused on unexperienced, young “Pharmacy Technicians” that make potentially deadly mistakes.
“The country’s major drug store chains are increasingly relying on pharmacy technicians, often as young as 16 with little training, to fill prescriptions involving even the most powerful drugs.
Sometimes, there are tragic results.”
This is a wake-up call for all Pharmacy Technicians to push for higher standards and certification requirements for our job.
Read the 20/20 blog story here.
And join in out discussion in our Forums
