CSTDs prevent hazardous drug transfer and environmental contamination. Hazardous drugs pose serious health risks to healthcare workers. CSTDs are mandated in several countries, including the US
Pharmacokinetics studies how substances behave in living organisms. PK investigates drugs, food additives, pesticides, and cosmetics. PK/PD models combine molecule and organism effects
Hypertensive crisis is severe BP elevation with or without organ damage. Approximately 74 million Americans have hypertension. Crisis occurs in 27% of emergency room visits
Real-time medication tracking and dispensing system. Built-in camera for medicine intake recording. Weight-measuring chip and alarm system. Cloud-based platform and mobile app for communication. Refill reminders and overdose notification capabilities
NDC is a unique 10-11 digit identifier for human drugs in the US. Required by Drug Listing Act of 1972 for registered drug establishments. Alternative systems include Generic Product Identifier (GPI)
Pharmacists dispense medications safely and provide clinical counseling. They interpret drug knowledge and communicate it to patients and healthcare providers. Pharmacists may prescribe medications and administer immunizations in some jurisdictions