https://doctayo.com/ Clear, pharmacist-written guidance on pharmacy law, licensure exams (UMPJE, MPJE, NAPLEX), medications, and managed care — by Adetayo Ogunsanya, PharmD. en-us Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:07:29 +0000 newsletter@doctayo.com (Adetayo Ogunsanya, PharmD) https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/florida-umpje-transition/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/florida-umpje-transition/ Florida retired its state MPJE on June 1, 2026 and adopted the UMPJE by rule. What changed, who is affected, and how to adjust a Florida study plan. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/nebraska-umpje-transition/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/nebraska-umpje-transition/ Nebraska's state MPJE runs until May 31, 2028 alongside the UMPJE. The longest overlap of any jurisdiction, and how to decide which exam to sit. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/ohio-umpje-transition/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/ohio-umpje-transition/ Ohio began the UMPJE on April 1, 2026 but kept its state exam until September 30. Ohio also handles license transfer through eLTP, unlike other participating states. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/pre-umpje-review/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/pre-umpje-review/ NABP's official UMPJE practice exam costs $90 for 40 questions, once a year. Here is when it is worth buying, when it is not, and how to get the most from one attempt. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-4-week-study-plan/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-4-week-study-plan/ A week-by-week UMPJE study plan built around NABP domain weights, with a daily rhythm, a compressed track for license transfer candidates, and the errors that waste a month. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-content-outline-explained/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-content-outline-explained/ NABP weights the UMPJE across four content domains. Here is what each domain covers, where candidates lose points, and how to allocate study time by weight. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-early-adopter-states/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-early-adopter-states/ Six jurisdictions adopted the UMPJE on April 1, 2026. Transition dates, which still run both exams, and the state requirements that survive the switch. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-june-2026-adopter-states/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-june-2026-adopter-states/ Transition dates and overlap windows for the jurisdictions that adopted the UMPJE from June 2026, including which still allow the state MPJE. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-vs-mpje/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/umpje-vs-mpje/ A side-by-side comparison of the Uniform MPJE and the state-specific MPJE: scope, format, answer choices, score portability, and how each changes your study plan. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/which-states-use-umpje/ https://doctayo.com/tutoring/umpje/which-states-use-umpje/ Every jurisdiction that has adopted the Uniform MPJE, with UMPJE start dates, state MPJE retirement dates, and licensure transfer requirements. Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/blog/ai-in-pharmacy/ https://doctayo.com/blog/ai-in-pharmacy/ Learn how AI is changing pharmacy, improving medication safety, automating workflows, and reshaping the pharmacist's role without replacing human care. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/managed-care-pharmacy-career-roadmap/ https://doctayo.com/articles/managed-care-pharmacy-career-roadmap/ Explore managed care pharmacist careers in prior authorization, formulary management, MTM, specialty pharmacy, analytics, medical benefit, consulting, and industry. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/pharmacist-ce-planner/ https://doctayo.com/articles/pharmacist-ce-planner/ Track pharmacist licenses, CE hours, live requirements, mandatory topics, renewal dates, certificates, and expenses across multiple states. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/remote-pharmacist-job-search-guide/ https://doctayo.com/articles/remote-pharmacist-job-search-guide/ Find remote pharmacist jobs using the right titles, employers, search terms, licenses, ATS keywords, application strategy, and interview preparation. Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/blog/bpc-157-fda-hearing-2026/ https://doctayo.com/blog/bpc-157-fda-hearing-2026/ A pharmacist explains what the FDA's July 23-24, 2026 advisory committee hearing on BPC-157 actually decides — and the regulatory questions it doesn't answer. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/blog/bpc-157-peptide-benefits-risks-side-effects/ https://doctayo.com/blog/bpc-157-peptide-benefits-risks-side-effects/ BPC-157 is promoted for injury recovery, gut health and inflammation. A pharmacist examines its claimed benefits, human evidence, risks and FDA status. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/acetaminophen-and-ibuprofen-together/ https://doctayo.com/articles/acetaminophen-and-ibuprofen-together/ Can you take acetaminophen and ibuprofen together? A pharmacist explains safe use, dose limits, alternating schedules, duplication risks, and who should avoid the combination. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/acetaminophen-vs-ibuprofen/ https://doctayo.com/articles/acetaminophen-vs-ibuprofen/ Compare acetaminophen and ibuprofen for pain, fever, inflammation, side effects, pregnancy, kidney disease, and liver concerns. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/best-over-the-counter-allergy-medicine/ https://doctayo.com/articles/best-over-the-counter-allergy-medicine/ Compare antihistamines, nasal sprays, eye drops, and decongestants to choose an OTC allergy medicine based on your symptoms. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/best-over-the-counter-heartburn-medicine/ https://doctayo.com/articles/best-over-the-counter-heartburn-medicine/ Compare antacids, H2 blockers, and proton pump inhibitors for occasional or frequent heartburn and learn when symptoms need medical care. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/blood-thinners-explained/ https://doctayo.com/articles/blood-thinners-explained/ Learn the difference between anticoagulants and antiplatelet medicines, common examples, bleeding risks, interactions, and safety precautions. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/cold-medicine-high-blood-pressure/ https://doctayo.com/articles/cold-medicine-high-blood-pressure/ Have high blood pressure and need cold medicine? A pharmacist explains which ingredients require caution, possible alternatives, and how to read OTC labels safely. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/controller-vs-rescue-inhaler/ https://doctayo.com/articles/controller-vs-rescue-inhaler/ Learn the difference between asthma controller and rescue inhalers, how they work, and why inhaler technique and an asthma action plan matter. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/eye-drop-days-supply-calculator/ https://doctayo.com/articles/eye-drop-days-supply-calculator/ Formulas, drop-factor sensitivity tables, PRN and taper worked examples, and single-use container calculations for eye-drop days’ supply — plus a free calculator and printable reference. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/how-to-become-managed-care-pharmacist/ https://doctayo.com/articles/how-to-become-managed-care-pharmacist/ Learn the education, experience, rotations, residency options, skills, and networking strategies that can lead to managed care pharmacy. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/how-to-choose-cough-cold-medicine/ https://doctayo.com/articles/how-to-choose-cough-cold-medicine/ Learn what common cough and cold ingredients do, including dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, antihistamines, decongestants, and pain relievers. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/inhaler-days-supply-calculator/ https://doctayo.com/articles/inhaler-days-supply-calculator/ Formulas, worked examples, common package counts, and PRN maximum-use methods for calculating inhaler days’ supply — plus a free calculator and printable reference. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/otc-medications-older-adults-use-carefully/ https://doctayo.com/articles/otc-medications-older-adults-use-carefully/ Learn why certain antihistamines, sleep aids, pain relievers, decongestants, and combination products require extra caution in older adults. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/ozempic-vs-mounjaro-vs-wegovy-vs-zepbound/ https://doctayo.com/articles/ozempic-vs-mounjaro-vs-wegovy-vs-zepbound/ Compare Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy, and Zepbound by uses, ingredients, dosing, weight loss, side effects, heart benefits, and insurance coverage. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/prescription-quantity-calculator/ https://doctayo.com/articles/prescription-quantity-calculator/ Calculate prescription quantities for tablets, capsules, liquids, creams, insulin, injectables, weekly medications, tapers, and package sizes. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/prior-authorization-documentation-examples/ https://doctayo.com/articles/prior-authorization-documentation-examples/ Review prior authorization documentation examples for approvals, denials, pends, step therapy, quantity limits, continuation requests, appeals, and escalation. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/prior-authorization-pharmacist-interview/ https://doctayo.com/articles/prior-authorization-pharmacist-interview/ Prepare for a prior authorization pharmacist interview with clinical case strategies, common questions, STAR examples, decision frameworks, and pharmacist interview tips. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/retail-pharmacy-vs-managed-care-pharmacy/ https://doctayo.com/articles/retail-pharmacy-vs-managed-care-pharmacy/ Compare retail and managed care pharmacy roles, including responsibilities, patient contact, schedules, skills, metrics, and career paths. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/statin-medications-explained/ https://doctayo.com/articles/statin-medications-explained/ Learn how statin medications lower cholesterol, reduce cardiovascular risk, and what to know about muscle pain, liver tests, and interactions. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/type-2-diabetes-medications-explained/ https://doctayo.com/articles/type-2-diabetes-medications-explained/ Compare common type 2 diabetes medications, including metformin, GLP-1 medicines, SGLT2 inhibitors, sulfonylureas, and insulin. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/types-of-blood-pressure-medications/ https://doctayo.com/articles/types-of-blood-pressure-medications/ Learn how common blood pressure medications work, including ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics, calcium channel blockers, and beta-blockers. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/utilization-management-in-pharmacy/ https://doctayo.com/articles/utilization-management-in-pharmacy/ Learn how prior authorization, step therapy, quantity limits, formularies, and drug utilization review are used in pharmacy benefits. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/wegovy-prior-authorization-denied/ https://doctayo.com/articles/wegovy-prior-authorization-denied/ Was your Wegovy prior authorization denied? Learn the most common reasons for denial, what information may be missing, and the steps you can take next. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/what-does-prior-authorization-pharmacist-do/ https://doctayo.com/articles/what-does-prior-authorization-pharmacist-do/ Learn what prior authorization pharmacists review, where they work, which skills they need, and how their role differs from retail pharmacy. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/appeal-prescription-drug-denial/ https://doctayo.com/articles/appeal-prescription-drug-denial/ Follow these practical steps when insurance denies a medication, including reviewing the denial reason, gathering records, and requesting an appeal. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/prior-authorization-for-medication/ https://doctayo.com/articles/prior-authorization-for-medication/ A pharmacist explains medication prior authorization, why health plans require it, how the process works, and what patients can do when approval is delayed. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/what-is-a-drug-formulary/ https://doctayo.com/articles/what-is-a-drug-formulary/ Understand how an insurance drug formulary works, including preferred drugs, tiers, non-formulary medications, and coverage exceptions. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/what-is-step-therapy/ https://doctayo.com/articles/what-is-step-therapy/ Learn how medication step therapy works, why health plans use it, and what patients can do when the preferred treatment is not appropriate. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://doctayo.com/articles/why-insurance-denied-prescription/ https://doctayo.com/articles/why-insurance-denied-prescription/ Learn eight common reasons prescription insurance claims are denied and what you can do next, explained by a clinical pharmacist. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000