Simplifying the packaging of over-the-counter medication can lead to fewer adverse drug events, according to a study in the December issue of Human Factors. Researchers were “surprised by the ...

Some 4.2 million units of the migraine medication Nurtec ODT orally disintegrating tablets in a 75mg 8-Unit Dose blister pack were found to not be child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention ...

FDA requested the companies alter the drugs packaging to reduce the overall quantity of the loperamide per package to decrease the likelihood of individuals using too much of the drug at once. Though ...

Most statin side effects listed on drug packaging are not supported by strong evidence, a new review suggests. Of 66 potential side effects, researchers identified only 4 linked to statins.

Payers should consider providing higher reimbursement rates and/or preferred pharmacy networking status for pharmacies that provide chronic medications in blister packs for patients. Medication ...