What you need to know about biosimilars and their impact on patient care

CAN-eng

$0

free

Mainpro+

1 hr

Medication Management

1 Credits

Course Description

The number of biosimilars being introduced in Canada is growing rapidly. These medications are similar to the reference biologic but are not exact copies. Biosimilars are being used in the management of diabetes, cancer and autoimmune inflammatory disorders. Specialists and primary care clinicians are increasingly being asked questions about these products and how they compare to the reference biologic in terms of efficacy and safety.

This program is designed to address the key questions regarding biosimilars and their place in therapy. The goal is for all participants to be able to answer the key questions clinicians and patients may have regarding this class of medications whose use is increasing.

Course Details

Expiry Date: 2021-10-20

Professions: Physician

Faculty

Chandi Chandrasena, MD, CCFP, FCFP

Christine Brezden-Masley, MD, PhD, FRCPC

Christine Palmay, MD, CCFP, FCFP

John Axler, MD, CCFP, FCFP

Swanee Tobin, MN-NP

Accreditation

This Self-Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 1.0 Mainpro+ Credits.

Cert+ Program ID#: 193110

Learning Objective(s)

Upon completion of this continuing education program, participants will be better able to:

  1. Review the differences between reference biologics and biosimilars
  2. Discuss the latest evidence surrounding the use of biosimilars
  3. Educate a patient on biosimilars
  4. Examine the considerations when switching between biologic therapies
  5. Review the importance of pharmacovigilance with biologic therapies