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NICE backs use of Boehringer’s Ofev in IPF from diagnosis

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Currently, the only treatment option for people with IPF fibrosis who have an FVC above 80% predicted is supportive care, so the new guidance takes Ofev into new territory for pharmacological treatment of the progressive lung disease, characterised by damage and scarring to the tissue surrounding the small airways in the lungs.

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Navigating Pharma Sales Challenges: Tips to Boost Your Sales Performance (Use of AI and Social Media for Effective brand promotion)

Pharmaceutical Representative Training

According to a study by MedData Group, 38% of doctors use Instagram and LinkedIn on a weekly basis , and 72% of doctors use Facebook. Frontiers in pharmacology , 7 , 445. Healthcare professionals are also catching up to the patient group, which has long been engaged on social media. Retrieved from [link] Syrkiewicz-witaa, M.,

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Psychedelic medicines: are they gaining traction in Europe?

European Pharmaceutical Review

The Schedule 1 classification means that these substances cannot be administered by doctors and, though they may be used for the purposes of research a government licence is often required. Pharmacological Reviews. These restrictions provide the first obstacles to scientific research and commercial development. References Nichols DE.

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Tapping into digital therapeutics to improve neurological outcomes

Pharmaceutical Technology

Companies are testing the use of digital platforms along with pharmacological treatments. But while appealing, the prospects of developing a merged approach that combines both digital and pharmacological therapeutics remain challenging. The opinions of doctors who would prescribe digital therapeutics play a big role, says Anguera.

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3D Medical Animation: Transforming Healthcare Communication with Precision and Clarity

Infuse Medical

Healthcare professionals, consumers, medical device businesses, and doctors can better grasp challenging medical ideas, procedures, and gadgets by means of visually immersive and extremely detailed animations. Are they trying to market new medical equipment, educate doctors or patients, or both?

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How to Become a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Pharmaceutical Representative Training

Next, pharma reps need to have a strong foundation in basic science and pharmacology. Pharmacology is the science of medications and the role they play in the body. Pharma sales reps typically work from home and spend the majority of their time on the road visiting doctors in an assigned sales territory.

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The 5 Best Pharmaceutical Sales Training Programs

MedReps

They’ll also teach you how to analyze medical studies, an essential skill that builds your credibility with doctors. As a result, doctors can make treatment decisions in their patients’ best interests. Doctors take an oath to treat their patients most effectively and always look for the best treatments.