How Canadian patients can get financial assistance information from their pharmacist
Canadian patients who require medication can often face financial challenges, especially if they have a chronic illness or need to take multiple medications. To help alleviate this burden, patients can turn to their pharmacist for financial assistance information. Pharmacists in Canada are knowledgeable about various…
The difference between biologics and biosimilars
Biologics and biosimilars are both types of drugs used in the treatment of various medical conditions, including cancer, autoimmune diseases, and chronic conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. Biologics are a type of medication that is made from living organisms or biological substances, such as proteins or…
How clinics manage care for patients taking biologics
Biologics are a powerful tool for treating serious and life-threatening medical conditions, but managing a chronic condition with biologics can be challenging. To help patients receive the best possible care, clinics have implemented various strategies and technologies to manage patient care for patients taking biologics….
Patient education: services provided by assistance programs for patients taking biosimilars
Biosimilars are a newer class of drugs that are designed to be similar to biologics, but they are not exact copies of the original biologic. Biosimilars offer a more affordable option for patients who need treatment for chronic and life-threatening conditions, but they can also…