Watch Antiviral Inventory Levels Closely to Avoid Treatment Delays

December 2014

You'll hear questions about using antivirals, oseltamivir (Tamiflu) or zanamivir (Relenza), for treating influenza.

These antivirals are less effective than previously thought.

They seem to reduce symptoms by only 14 to 16 hours in adults...and don't decrease serious complications in otherwise HEALTHY patients.

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Table of Contents

Diabetes Encourage Patients to Use a New Pen Needle With Each Insulin Injection
PPIs Olex (oh-LEKS, omeprazole magnesium) is the first "PPI" stomach acid reducer to be available withOUT a prescription.
Wound Care Be Aware Moisture From Dressings Can "Make or Break" Wound Care
Vaccines Watch Antiviral Inventory Levels Closely to Avoid Treatment Delays
Asthma Alert the Pharmacist if You See Controller Asthma Rxs for "As Needed" Use
Cannabinoids Include Use of Medical Marijuana in Patient Profiles
Hepatitis C Keep Harvoni for Hepatitis C in its Original Container
Natural Health Products Ask Patients Getting Travelan About Food Allergies
Opioids Include an "Avoid Alcohol" Warning Label on Opioid Rxs
Steroids Listen for Patients on Steroids Complaining of Mood Changes
Infection Control Use Proper Glove Technique if You Come in Contact With Blood or Bodily Fluids
Counseling Invite Patients to Ask Questions About Their Medications
Contraceptives More women will use IUD contraceptives (Mirena, Jaydess, etc)