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Age-Friendly App: Managing Drug-Drug Interactions Between Prescriptions and OTC Analgesics

The Age-Friendly app addresses the crucial issue of drug-drug interactions between current prescriptions and over-the-counter analgesics in the geriatric population. With a significant percentage of OTC sales attributed to older adults, there is an increased risk of adverse drug events due to polyph

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Understanding Regulatory Requirements of Drugs and Pharmaceuticals

Drug regulation involves controlling drug use through international agreement authorities like the FDA, EMA, and PMDA. The FDA plays a crucial role in drug evaluation and research, biologic evaluation, devices, and food safety. There are various types of applications for drug approval, along with a

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Understanding Illicit Drugs: Risks and Realities

Explore the world of illicit drugs from a research-based perspective. Uncover the dangers and consequences of drug use, learn about the signs of drug use, understand where drugs come from, and discover the effects of various types of illicit substances. Delve into the intersection of drug use with d

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Polymeric Controlled Drug Delivery Systems

Polymeric controlled drug delivery systems play a crucial role in regulating drug release through diffusion, solvent penetration, and chemical mechanisms. These systems include diffusion-controlled, solvent-controlled, and chemically-controlled devices, each operating based on specific principles. S

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Renal Pharmacology: Drug Excretion and Renal Clearance Questions

This comprehensive set of questions and answers covers topics related to drug excretion and renal pharmacology. It includes information on glomerular filtration, drug excretion mechanisms, dosage adjustments in renal impairment, factors influencing drug excretion, and the effects of long-term NSAID

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Understanding Nasopulmonary Drug Delivery System

Nasopulmonary drug delivery system, utilizing the nasal route for drug administration, offers advantages such as hepatic first-pass metabolism avoidance and rapid drug absorption. This system is beneficial for pharmacologically active compounds with poor stability in gastrointestinal fluids. While i

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Understanding Illicit Financial Flows and Their Implications

This content delves into the conceptual framework for measuring Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs), highlighting how IFFs intersect with various policy agendas such as tax evasion, corruption, and terrorism financing. It also emphasizes the importance of addressing IFFs for sustainable development, peac

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Addressing Alcohol and Drug-Related Harms in Scotland

In Scotland, there is a significant issue of alcohol and drug-related harm leading to health effects, societal costs, increased crime rates, and loss of productivity. The data highlights the prevalence of substance abuse, illicit drug use, and substance-related deaths, emphasizing the urgent need fo

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Understanding Physicochemical Properties of Drugs

The physicochemical properties of drugs play a crucial role in their pharmacological effects. These properties include physical and chemical characteristics that influence interactions with biomolecules. Solubility, partition coefficient, and dissociation constant are key factors affecting drug beha

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Understanding Formulary Systems in Healthcare

A formulary is a dynamic list of medications curated by healthcare professionals to guide drug selection based on efficacy, safety, cost, and patient acceptability. It plays a vital role in promoting evidence-based and cost-effective drug therapy, improving communication between prescribers and phar

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Patterns of Pregabalin Use among People Who Inject Drugs in Australia

This study explores the patterns and correlates of pregabalin use among individuals who frequently inject drugs in Australia. Pregabalin, a GABA analogue with analgesic and anti-convulsant effects, has been increasingly used and misused in the country. The research aims to identify prescribed and no

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Ways to Stay Drug Free: Lessons for Teens and Families

Understanding the reasons behind drug usage among teens, this lesson provides valuable resources and strategies to stay drug-free. It emphasizes the importance of making healthy decisions and offers alternatives to drug use. Additionally, it highlights the significance of saying no to drugs, provide

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Understanding the Hatch-Waxman Act: Promoting Affordable Generic Drugs

The Hatch-Waxman Act, also known as The Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act, was enacted in 1984 to amend patent laws and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. It aims to reduce costs associated with generic drug approval, allow early experimental use, compensate branded drug

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Understanding Biopharmaceutics: pH Partition Theory and Drug Absorption

Biopharmaceutics explores how drug properties and administration methods impact drug absorption. Factors affecting oral absorption include membrane physiology and drug partitioning based on pH levels. The pH partition theory, explained by Brodie et al., highlights the role of drug lipid solubility a

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Importance of In-Vitro Dissolution Testing in Drug Assessment

In drug development, in-vitro dissolution testing plays a crucial role in evaluating drug release from tablets when in-vivo bioavailability studies are limited. By ensuring drug release is close to 100% and uniform batch to batch, these tests help assess drug availability and effectiveness. Regulato

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Understanding Pharmacodynamics: Potency and Efficacy

Pharmacodynamics explores how drugs interact with receptors in the body, affecting the magnitude of drug effects based on concentration. Graded dose-response relationships, potency, and efficacy play key roles in determining drug efficiency. Potency reflects the amount of drug needed for a specific

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Understanding Drug Absorption, Excretion, and Bioavailability in Humans

Delve into the complex processes of drug absorption, excretion, and bioavailability in the human body. Learn about the various factors affecting drug absorption from the gastrointestinal tract, including biological, physiochemical, and pharmaceutical factors. Explore the mechanisms of drug transport

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Understanding Quantitative Aspects of Drug Action

Explore the quantitative aspects of drug action, including drug receptor binding, concentration binding curves, dose-response curves, and types of antagonism. Learn to relate drug concentration to receptor binding capacity and response produced. Discover how concentration binding curves and dose-res

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Review of DRE School and Drug Evaluation Techniques

Explore key topics such as the definition of drugs for DRE purposes, basic drug statistics, review of symptomatology, and vital signs assessment in the context of Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training. Learn about CNS depressants, stimulants, hallucinogens, and analogs, as well as vital signs like

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Study on Juvenile Drug Crime Prevention in Taiwan: Insights from ACS Conference 2020

This presentation at the Asian Criminological Society Conference 2020 delves into the current situation, dilemmas, and responses regarding juvenile drug crime prevention in Taiwan. The presenter, Zeng Li-Wen, a PhD student at Central Police University in Taiwan, provides valuable insights based on t

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Understanding Drug Abuse: Definitions, Effects, and Stages

Drug abuse is a serious issue involving various substances like prescription drugs, alcohol, and illegal drugs. This includes terms and definitions, effects on the body and mind, stages of addiction, and withdrawal symptoms. Factors influencing drug action and reasons for drug use are also explored.

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Understanding Drug Targets and Mechanisms of Action

Explore the intricate world of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, from drug absorption to their interaction with biological molecules. Learn about different drug targets, such as proteins and ions, and how drugs alter their biochemical and biophysical activities. Dive into molecular mechanisms o

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UNODC Firearms Champion Country Initiative for Combatting Illicit Arms Trafficking

The UNODC's Firearms Champion Country Initiative focuses on countering illicit arms trafficking by implementing UNTOC and the Firearms Protocol through international cooperation and information exchange. Efforts include monitoring illicit arms flows, supporting member states in preventing traffickin

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International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2022 Initiatives and Awareness

The United Nations observes 26th June as the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking to combat substance abuse worldwide. Various initiatives like the National Drug Master Plan, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, and the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction aim to raise aware

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Comprehensive Review of Drugs, Categories, and Drug Influence Evaluation

This mid-course review covers key aspects such as defining drugs, naming drug categories and subcategories, identifying drug categories for specific drugs, components of drug influence evaluation, and examinations conducted as part of the evaluation process. The content also includes identifying dru

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Virginia Prescription Monitoring Program Overview

The Virginia Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) aims to track and analyze prescription drug usage to combat substance abuse. Through a comprehensive database, the program helps healthcare providers, law enforcement, and patients access vital information to prevent misuse and overdose deaths. The

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Prevalence of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Use Among School-Aged Children in Algeria

This study presented at the Lisbon Addictions 2017 conference discusses the prevalence of alcohol, tobacco, and drug use among school-aged children in Algeria, highlighting legal, social, and economic factors influencing the use. The data sources and statistics on drug prevalence use in Algeria, as

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Opioid Abuse Deterrent Strategies: Law Enforcement Insights

The National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators (NADDI) focuses on combating prescription drug diversion through advocacy, training, and collaboration with law enforcement. They address the misuse of opioids like OxyContin and Oxycodone, showing successes in reducing diversion and deaths in

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Impact of Socioeconomic Conditions on Drug Use Disorders: Insights from World Drug Report 2020

The World Drug Report 2020 highlights the strong correlation between socioeconomic factors and drug use disorders. Studies reveal that communities facing poverty, violence, and social inequality are at a higher risk of drug overdoses and addiction. Factors like income inequality, lack of social capi

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Understanding Illicit Financial Flows: Metrics and Definitions

Explore the world of Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) through discussions on meaningful metrics, definitions, typologies, and estimation methods. Learn about the importance of reducing IFFs by 2030 and strengthening global financial transparency efforts.

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Challenges Faced by Sustainable Development Goals Due to Organized Crime and Corruption

Organized crime and corruption present significant challenges to achieving sustainable development goals. This includes shifts in illicit markets, expansion of criminal activities, and geopolitical implications. Legalization and legitimation of illicit activities, as well as developmental uses of or

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Understanding Targeted Clinical Investigation in Pharmacovigilance

Targeted clinical investigation plays a crucial role in pharmacovigilance by further evaluating significant risks identified in pre-approval clinical trials. This involves conducting pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies, genetic testing, interaction studies, and large simplified trials to ass

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Understanding Illicit Financial Activities in Russian Foreign Policy in the Balkans

The research conducted by Dr. Tena Prelec from the University of Oxford, along with other collaborators, delves into the illicit financialization of Russian foreign policy, particularly focusing on the Balkans. The presentation explores the structures, changes post-2022, the West's role in enabling

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Effective Strategies to Prevent Teen Drug Use

This content emphasizes the importance of starting conversations about drug use with teens at a young age, as statistics show that experimentation typically begins around the age of 12. It also highlights the impact of parental behavior on teens' choices and suggests redirecting teens towards their

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Preliminary Results of Pilot Study on Illicit Financial Flows in Latin America

This pilot study aims to measure illicit financial flows in Latin America, focusing on various illicit markets such as drugs, human trafficking, smuggling of migrants, and illegal mining. The study involves adapting a conceptual framework and testing a methodology to measure these flows across parti

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Advances in Ophthalmic Drug Delivery Systems

This content explores various advanced ophthalmic drug delivery systems including erodible ophthalmic inserts, soluble ocular drug inserts, new ophthalmic drug delivery systems, and bioadhesive ophthalmic drug inserts. These innovative systems aim to provide accurate dosing, prolonged drug release,

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State Responsible Inmates with Marijuana Convictions Research Report

Research conducted by VADOC indicates a total of 570 state responsible inmates incarcerated for marijuana-related offenses as of August 31, 2021. Among them, 229 inmates had non-drug-related Most Serious Offenses, 331 were convicted for Drug Sales MSO, and 10 were convicted for Drug Possession MSO.

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Innovative Online Learning for Drug Court Professionals

Center for Court Innovation has introduced a new National Drug Court Online Learning System aimed at assisting drug court professionals. This system offers free access to web-based training, expert video lessons, virtual site visits to drug treatment courts, practitioner interviews, and a resource l

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Understanding Drug Testing Policies in the Workplace

The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 mandates federal grant recipients to implement zero-tolerance drug policies to maintain a drug-free environment. Employers must establish clear policies, conduct awareness programs, offer counseling and rehabilitation services, and impose penalties for violations.

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Understanding Azole Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Antifungal Therapy

Azole therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) is crucial for managing antifungal therapy due to factors like drug interactions, compliance issues, disease severity, and pharmacokinetic variability. This monitoring helps ensure optimal drug levels are maintained for effective treatment. Different TDM metho

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