two new C-II opioids, Zohydro ER (zoh-HYE-droh) and Xartemis XR (ZAR-tem-iss) for treating pain

April 2014

You'll see two new C-II opioids, Zohydro ER (zoh-HYE-droh) and Xartemis XR (ZAR-tem-iss) for treating pain.

Zohydro ER capsules are the first long-acting HYDROCODONE-ONLY product. Think of it as an alternative to OxyContin or MS Contin.

Expect patients new to opioids to start on 10 mg every 12 hours...and increase by 10 mg/dose every 3 to 7 days as needed.

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Table of Contents

Respiratory & Allergy Nebulizer solutions (albuterol, ipratropium, etc) are still causing confusion
Neurology & Pain two new C-II opioids, Zohydro ER (zoh-HYE-droh) and Xartemis XR (ZAR-tem-iss) for treating pain
Heart Failure The new strengths of Lanoxin will increase the risk for mix-ups among digoxin products
Pregnancy whether acetaminophen is risky during pregnancy
Diabetes emphasis on improving care in diabetes patients
Erectile Dysfunction a new drug for erectile dysfunction, Stendra (STEN-druh, avanafil)
Pediatrics dexamethasone for asthma exacerbations
Inhalers new once-daily combo inhaler for COPD, Anoro Ellipta (a-NOR-oh ee-LIP-ta, umeclidinium/vilanterol)
Stroke more focus on preventing strokes in YOUNGER WOMEN
Phosphate Velphoro (vel-FOUR-oh, sucroferric oxyhydroxide) is a new med for patients with kidney disease and high phosphate blood levels
Hypertension when to treat SEVERE hypertension
Controlled Substances how to handle controlled substance Rxs for patients with a "pain contract" or treatment agreement