Antibiotics fight infections caused by bacteria. They should not be used to treat infections caused by viruses (such as the flu) or types of fungi, which include yeasts and molds.
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Aim is to Provide Cystic Fibrosis Patients Enhanced Access to Medications and Expanded Pharmacy Services
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Two Phase 3 clinical trials of tezacaftor (VX-661) in combination with ivacaftor (Kalydeco®) showed positive results, Vertex Pharmaceuticals announced today.
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Before you can walk a mile in a person with CF's shoes, you have to put on a nebulizer.
Cindy George
When your life is already jam-packed with nebulizing medications, why would you add one more?
Wendy Bullington, Pharm.D.
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Positive results from a study of ivacaftor (Kalydeco®) in children ages 1 to 2 were announced today.
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Update: On February 3, 2017, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation divested its remaining ownership stake in CF Services Inc., a specialty pharmacy. The pharmacy is now fully owned by Walgreens.
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Your CF doctor may prescribe many medications to help keep your lungs clear, prevent or fight infections and, for some people, help correct the underlying cause of the disease. Medications that people need to fight infections for a long time may require additional devices, such as PICCs and ports.
Managing cystic fibrosis can feel overwhelming at times — but we’re here to help. Learn how to navigate life with CF.