If you’re a pharmacist or pharmacy student looking to test your knowledge of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), we’ve got the perfect brain-teasing activity for you. Introducing our NSAID Crossword Puzzle—a fun, interactive way to review key...
While we often think about bacterial infections and managing the use of antibiotics, fungal and viral infections are relatively common in practice as well. We have many antifungal medications, and we also have a large number of antiviral agents. When comparing fungal...
Fluconazole is a commonly used antifungal agent with strong CYP450 inhibitory activity, especially on the CYP2C9, CYP2C19, and CYP3A4 enzymes. Because of this, it can significantly affect the metabolism of many medications. Here are my top five fluconazole drug...
When comparing venlafaxine versus desvenlafaxine, we must first recognize that they are both part of the drug class called SNRIs. Both of these medications work by inhibiting the reuptake of both serotonin and norepinephrine. Venlafaxine comes in an extended-release...
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are routinely used for pain and inflammation, but they are also commonly implicated in clinically significant interactions. As medication experts, pharmacists play a critical role in recognizing and navigating these risks....
