U.S. Pharmacist
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U.S. Pharmacist is a monthly journal dedicated to providing the nation's pharmacists with up-to-date, authoritative, peer-reviewed clinical articles relevant to contemporary pharmacy practice in a variety of settings, including community pharmacy, hospitals, managed care systems, ambulatory care clinics, home care organizations, long-term care facilities, industry, and academia. The publication is also useful to pharmacy technicians, students, other health professionals, and individuals interested in health management. Pharmacists licensed in the United States can earn Continuing Education credits through U.S. Pharmacist. Postgraduate Healthcare Education, LLC is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Source
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| Scope | National, Trade/B2B |
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
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| Frequency | Monthly |
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Search ArticlesMost Older Adults With A1C Outside Target Had No Medication Change
News and Trends • Published August 17, 2026 Cleveland—Most adults aged 65 years and older with type 2 diabetes whose hemoglobin A1C levels were above or below recommended targets did not have their medications adjusted, according to an article published in JAMA Internal Medicine. The findings suggest that clinicians may be missing opportunities to reduce medication-related risks in medically complex patients and improve blood sugar control in healthier older adults, the researchers said.
Free Online Guide Helps Compare Bipolar Disorder Treatments
Barcelona, Spain—The most appropriate treatment for bipolar disorder may depend on a person’s age, current mood episode, treatment goals, and concerns about side effects, according to a large international study published in The BMJ. Researchers evaluated evidence for medications and other treatments used during bipolar depression, mania, mixed episodes, and maintenance care.
Cognitive Health, Frailty Should Guide Heart Care for Older Adults, ACC Says
News and Trends • Published August 17, 2026 Washington, D.C.—Doctors treating older adults with cardiovascular disease should consider more than a patient’s heart condition, according to a new scientific statement published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Cognitive impairment, frailty, physical function, and a patient’s priorities should also help guide decisions about medications, procedures, rehabilitation, and other treatments, the ACC says.
Steroid May Reduce Inflammation Without Weakening Immune Control
News and Trends • Published August 17, 2026 Dublin, Ireland—Dexamethasone reduced inflammation triggered by Mycobacterium avium in human immune cells without affecting their ability to control the bacteria, a laboratory study found. The study, published in The Journal of Infectious Diseases, supports further investigation but does not establish that the steroid is safe or effective for patients with the infection.
Advances in Dwarfism Diagnosis and Treatment
PEDIATRICS • Published August 11, 2026 Modern management of this group of disorders emphasizes precision diagnosis through genomic testing, early complication surveillance, and individualized therapeutic intervention. US Pharm. 2026;51(8):40-46. ABSTRACT: Dwarfism is a broad clinical descriptor encompassing a heterogeneous group of conditions characterized by pathologic short stature, typically defined in adults as a height below approximately 147 cm (4 ft 10 in).
Ensuring GLP-1 RA Safety and Efficacy in Adolescent Obesity
PEDIATRICS • Published August 11, 2026 Semaglutide use has been found effective in teens with this condition, but results for adults should not be extrapolated to these patients, in whom long-term data remain limited. Skyler A. Brown, PharmD Candidate 2027 Jakeem J. Greer, PharmD Candidate 2027 Tyler J. Hoggatt, PharmD Candidate 2027 Melissa A. Burmeister, PhD Author accreditations PEDIATRICSADOLESCENT US Pharm. 2026;51(8):28-34.
Treatment Strategies for B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Younger Patients
Hospital/Health System • Published August 11, 2026 Survival has improved substantially over the past few decades, but outcomes remain inferior among adolescents and young adults. Hospital/Health SystemONCOLOGYPEDIATRICS US Pharm. 2026;51(8):24-27. ABSTRACT: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is the most common pediatric malignancy, with B-cell ALL accounting for most childhood cases.
Extreme Hypertriglyceridemia and the Chylomicronemia Crisis
CARDIOVASCULAR • Published August 11, 2026 Pharmacists can identify triglyceride-raising drugs, recognize patterns suggesting this lipid disorder, offer nutrition and alcohol counseling, and support adherence to complex treatments. Grant Jerkovich, PharmD, RPh Marielle Wong, PharmD, RPh Shana Castillo, PharmD, MBA, RPh Laura Klug, PharmD, RPh Eric Hoie, PharmD, RPh Author accreditations CARDIOVASCULARSpecialty Pharmacy US Pharm. 2026;51(8):35-39.
Glycopyrrolate 0.5 mg/mL Oral Suspension
COMPOUNDING • Published August 11, 2026 Use of this formulation may be helpful for severe cases of chronic excessive drooling in pediatric and adolescent patients. US Pharm. 2026;51(8):59-60. Method of Preparation: Accurately weigh 50 mg of glycopyrrolate USP powder and transfer it to a mortar. Add a small amount of ORA-Blend and levigate the powder with a pestle until a smooth, lump-free paste is achieved.
Ensuring Safe Medication Use in Pediatric Surgery
PEDIATRICS • Published August 11, 2026 Challenges in these patients include the need for weight-based dosing, small-volume preparation, age-appropriate formulations, and close monitoring across rapid care transitions. Alexandra M. K. Pacarar, BS, PharmD Candidate 2027 Sabrina Narvesen, BS, PharmD Candidate 2027 Micheline A. Goldwire, PharmD, MS, MA, BCPS Author accreditations PEDIATRICSHospital/Health System US Pharm. 2026;51(8):19-23.