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Oct 17, 2024 | ejhp.bmj.com | Sara Rodriguez |Sara Rodríguez |Arón Misa García |Santiago de Compostela |A Coruna

Drug StabilityChemistry, ClinicalAdministration, IntravenousDrug Administration RoutesDrug StabilityIn recent years, elastomeric infusion pumps have gained importance in the field of ambulatory drug delivery, both for the convenience they offer to patients and for their potential to optimise health system resources.1Elastomeric infusion pumps are portable, single-use devices that function by releasing the drug contained inside at a controlled rate.

Oct 15, 2024 | ejhp.bmj.com | Arón Misa García |Sara Rodriguez |Sara Rodríguez |Santiago de Compostela

PharmacologyToxicologyPALLIATIVE CAREPAIN MANAGEMENTDigestive System DiseasesCannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a relatively recent clinical condition, first described in 2004. The disorder occurs in chronic cannabis users who, after prolonged cannabis use, develop cyclical episodes of vomiting, severe nausea and abdominal pain.1The incidence of CHS has increased with the growth of cannabis use worldwide. In the USA, recent studies indicate that up to 33% of users may be affected.

Apr 23, 2024 | ejhp.bmj.com | Sara Rodriguez |Sara Rodríguez |Arón Misa García

Antimicrobial StewardshipPHARMACY ADMINISTRATIONDrug Administration RoutesMICROBIOLOGYAdministration, IntravenousIn recent decades, concern for patients’ quality of life has taken on enormous importance and has been responsible for the increase in treatments being administered at the patient’s home. This development has brought about a change in the management of certain pathologies that until a few years ago could only be treated in hospital.