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RX Guides: Nebulizer Storage Recommendations

June 22, 2026

Nebulizer Storage Comparison Chart (by Medication Name & Manufacturer) Medication Name Manufacturer Refrigeration(Y or N) Expiration dateonce foil pouchis opened Specific StorageRecommendations Source Albuterol SulfateInhalation Solution NephronMylan N 7 days Store unit-dose vials in protective foil pouch at all times. Once removed from the foil pouch, use vial within one week. Discard the vial if…

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Did You Know? Shortened Expiration Dates for Inhalation and Nebulizer Devices

June 16, 2026

Certain inhalation devices once opened or assembled and in use, must be used within a specified timeframe to avoid reduced stability and sterility, which can impact efficacy of treatment. Medications with shortened expiration dates, as specified by the manufacturer in the product’s package insert, should be labeled once in use to avoid administration beyond the…

Vaccine Administration Guidelines – 2025-26

November 4, 2025

IMPORTANT: Vaccine Update(s) The CDC recently issued important vaccination guidance updates.NOTE: Our 2025-26 Vaccination Program Administration Guidelines have been revised to reflect these updates*. ➀ COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 vaccination is recommended for everyone 6 months and older following shared medical decision-making between the individual and their healthcare provider(s). Vaccination is especially important for people at…

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DYK? Navigate Seasonal Respiratory Illness Season – HealthDirect Pharmacy Services

October 3, 2024

Common Fall & Winter Respiratory Illnesses Circulating respiratory viruses such as COVID-19, influenza (flu) and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are more common in fall and winter, and can lead to significant illness and disease in the community setting. COVID-19, Influenza (Flu) and RSV are each caused by a different virus. They are considered respiratory viruses,…

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DYK? 2023 Summary of GOLD Report for COPD – HealthDirect Pharmacy Services

April 17, 2023

The 2023 GOLD Report: Global Strategy for Prevention, Diagnosis, and Management of Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease On an annual basis the Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (GOLD) releases a strategy report covering all of the previous year’s major research articles and details updates to existing therapeutic recommendations for the prevention, diagnosis, and management…

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Did You Know? Nebulizer Storage Recommendations

June 1, 2022

Nebulizer Storage Comparison Chart (by Medication Name & Manufacturer) Medication Name Manufacturer Refrigeration(Y or N) Expiration dateonce foil pouchis opened Specific StorageRecommendations Source Albuterol SulfateInhalation Solution NephronMylan N 7 days Store unit-dose vials in protective foil pouch at all times. Once removed from the foil pouch, use vial within one week. Discard the vial if…