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Topics covered: meds in children's hospital; drug-drug interaction between clopidogrel-omeprazole; prasugrel; resistant hypertension read more...
Fentanyl Patch Recall
PriCara recalled its Duragesic® (fentanyl transdermal system) sold by Sandoz (expiration date on or before December 2009).. read more...
Pfizer Statement on Chantix® (varenicline) Labeling Update in the United States
Jan. 18, 2008: Chantix® was approved in May 2006 in the U.S. as an aid to smoking cessation.. read more...
FDA Advisory Panel Supports Stronger Warnings for Flu Medications
U.S. health advisors recommended stronger warnings on the labels of 2 flu medications, Tamiflu® (Roche) and Relenza®.. read more...
Common Myths About Influenza (Flu) and the Flu Shot
Myth: The flu isn't a serious disease. Facts: Flu is a serious disease of the nose, throat, and lungs, and it can lead to pneumonia.. read more...
Overview
The Drug Information Group (DIG) is an integral business of the College of Pharmacy. The primary focus is to provide information and educational solutions to partners and clients of the College. These clients include pharmaceutical companies, Fortune 500 companies, professional organizations, pharmacy benefit managers, government agencies, practicing pharmacists and students.
Some of our current clients include:
- Baxter Healthcare
- Cardinal Health
- Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
- WebMD
- Walgreens Health Initiatives
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Drug Information Group-Now the Medicaid Prior Approval Unit for State of Illinois
UIC College of Pharmacy and the state of Illinois are collaborating to provide prior authorization for prescription drugs to eligible patients.. read more...
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