Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Scheduling
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Simplify DME requests in workers' comp.
Ask The Pharmacist: Drug Allergies Versus Side Effects in Workers’ Comp
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True medication allergies are rarer than side effects, but are potentially more dangerous, and are a result of the activation and response of the body’s immune system to an “insult” or “foreign body.” Allergies occur across a range of severities, from mild to life-threatening, and often only occur on the second exposure to the drug, food or substance that triggers it.
Specialty Solutions Spotlight: Transportation Services in Workers’ Comp
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Explore the role of transportation in workers' comp recovery, accommodating equipment & unique needs.
Specialty Solutions Spotlight: The Importance of Specialty Solutions for Workers' Compensation
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Discover the importance of specialty programs in workers' comp. Partner with Apricus for streamlined care, better outcomes and expert management.
Ask The Pharmacist: Exploring Drug Market Exclusivity and Generic Availability
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When drugs are first introduced, they are made available as brand name only for differing lengths of time depending on the particular drug. Individuals often want to know when a generic will be released for the brand name medications to hopefully reduce the price of the medication. To better understand this, it is important to first know the process behind bringing a new drug to market.
Ask The Pharmacist: Pharmacokinetic Changes that Occur in Older Adults
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Understanding of age-altered pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes can assist in medication selection, as well as dosing adjustments for older patients that can avoid unexpected medication reactions and effects.
Ask The Pharmacist: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use
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Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a safe and cost-effective option for managing opioid addiction. This method is typically applied along with counseling and other support and involves the use of methadone or buprenorphine and sometimes naltrexone.