Back in December 2019, in the midst of the pandemic, was the last time that the US held a Miss America pageant. While this might seem irrelevant to the pharmaceutical industry, the winner was actually a second-year pharmacy graduate student, …

GRx is excited to introduce Sheila Millier to the GRx Client Service Specialists team. Sheila will be servicing accounts in Alabama, Georgia, and South Carolina. After managing a restaurant for most of her life, Sheila began working in sales at …

As we approach the end of the summer, we wanted to look back on the new approvals that the Food and Drug administration (FDA) have made. From medications for cancer to mental disorders to rare diseases to yeast infections, the …

While the end of summer is nearing, it is important to ensure your patients are doing all they can to stay healthy and safe throughout the year. That is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) named August …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS As summer comes to an end, the time comes to prepare students to head back to school. Back-to-school season always entails trips to multiple stores for a laundry list of items, such as pencils, folders, …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS In 2013, the United States passed the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) in order to identify and trace prescription drug products as they are packaged and distributed. This was introduced to better protect consumers …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS Over the past decade, there has been an increased focus on mental health throughout both the healthcare landscape and society in general. When thinking about the care of mental health patients, specific providers come to …

Everyone makes mistakes, unfortunately when a pharmacist makes a mistake it can have a higher toll than others. As pharmacists, you have the health and safety of your patients in your hands, just as much as their doctors do. There …

Choosing a wholesaler is so important, pharmacies need to do their homework and select the right partner for their business. Carefully consider what each wholesaler has to offer and how that fits into your pharmacy’s business structure and objectives. Below …

Pharmacists have become much more engaged in disease management programs, resulting in an increase on public health. While pharmacists-led protocols have made a significant impact, a new, but so far successful, concept is rising — collaboration with health coaches. A …

When it comes to innovation in the development of new drugs and therapeutic biological products, FDA’s Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) supports the pharmaceutical industry at every step of the process. The FDA continuously makes strides in approving …

Properly counting your inventory can be a long, tedious job that your busy pharmacy staff doesn’t have time for. That is why Guaranteed Returns (GRx) created a business solution to cater to these needs; GRx Inventory. There are many benefits …

Handling your returns is our specialty. Combined with our strategic partnerships we can provide a comprehensive suite of business solutions to improve your bottom line. We are excited to spotlight two great partnerships, ADVASUR 360 and ReconRx. ReconRx is a …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS When thinking about healthcare technology, what comes to mind first? Wearable technology? General health and wellness apps? Telemedicine? I definitely wouldn’t put pharma apps at the top of that list. Part of the reason for …

Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, leading to potential accidental poisoning, misuse, and overdose. Proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment. The DEA’s Take Back Day provides an opportunity for thousands of …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS Picture this: You are in a pharmacy around 5pm on a Monday after a holiday. The drive-through is backed up, there’s a line at the cash register and a technician called out sick today. I …

Even though the Medicare Annual Enrollment period is still months away, now is the best time to learn how Medicare plans, especially Part D, affects you and your customers. According to Pharmacy Times, “Medicare patients are the highest users of …

GRx is very excited to welcome Washington County Memorial Hospital, located in Potosi, Missouri, to the family. Our 35 years of dedicated expertise set us apart in their decision to entrust GRx with their returns. “Our top priority is to …

Back in 1963, North Dakota passed a law that all pharmacies within its borders must be owned by at least 51% of the pharmacist. What does this mean? No chain pharmacies are allowed to operate in North Dakota in order …

Managed Health Care Associates is going virtual this year for their annual business summit, which will kick off on the 24th. MHA did a wonderful job to create an interactive platform that offers a great speaker line up, CE credit …

The pharmaceutical industry is witnessing a massive revamp due to the development of several technologies, according to StartUs Insights. Here is a little insight on the top trends shaping the pharma industry for 2021. Artificial Intelligence The use of artificial …

By: Amanda Winslow, PharmD, BCPS So, you’ve done your monthly out-of-date pulls – now what happens to them? Each product undergoes two steps to determine whether or not they are eligible to receive credit for. Step 1: Return Eligibility Once …

As we enter Women’s History Month, it is important to remember the enormous impact that women have made to the medical field. Below is a glimpse of the many women who have not only shaped the field but have also …

As we approach the end of American Heart Health Month, it is important to keep in mind how dangerous heart disease is. As pharmacists, you can do your part in prevention through education. Here are some heart healthy tips to …

Since March of last year, one of the FDA’s top priorities has been approvals related to COVID-19. While that is still true for this year, they have also been working on approvals of non-COVID related drugs. Innovation drives progress. When …