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When caring for patients with bipolar disorder, one of the greatest concerns that we have is manic episodes. Drug therapy in the form of mood stabilizers are utilized to help prevent manic episodes from happening. As a pharmacist, it is critical to review the medication history of any patient presenting with symptoms of mania. For […]
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Oral contraceptives are the most commonly used contraceptive method in the United States. We are often asked about efficacy, missed pills, and return to fertility; however, it’s important to keep drug interactions in mind, too. Below is a non-exhaustive list of common combined oral contraceptive drug interactions. Liver enzyme-inducing drugs Drugs that induce the cytochrome […]
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In practice, many patients become overwhelmed by polypharmacy. A diagnosis of COPD or asthma can significantly increase the medication administration burden. I’ve heard many patients report that they are taking “too many inhalers.” The basic strategy to remedy medication adherence issues is to assess adherence status, identify the cause of nonadherence, and apply a focused […]
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I get quite a few questions about preparing for the BCMTMS exam. I’ve been fortunate to receive feedback from many candidates now regarding our content and how to best tailor our educational approach. I’m happy with the testimonials that we have received that make me believe we provide the best resources on the market that […]
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Days like today are always so much fun for me! I have completed my latest Amazon eBook and Paperback. The name of the book is Perils of Polypharmacy. As a gift to all of you who follow the blog/podcast, I’m giving you an opportunity to get the book nearly for free! I designed this book […]
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