by Eric Christianson | Oct 27, 2024 | NAPLEX
One of the last hurdles in becoming a licensed pharmacist is the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX). NABP recently released information on what to expect for those taking the NAPLEX exam on or after May 1st, 2025. There are some significant...
by Eric Christianson | Oct 23, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Peripheral neuropathy occurs when nerve fibers outside the brain and spinal cord are disrupted. Often, it is described as nerve pain throughout the limbs, most commonly in the hands and feet. Symptoms include numbness, tingling, pain, and loss of sensation. Today, we...
by Eric Christianson | Oct 20, 2024 | BCPP, Pharmacist Board Certification Information And Help
In this 10-question psychiatric Pharmacotherapy quiz, we cover antipsychotic use and bipolar pharmacotherapy. If you are looking for a practice exam for the BCPP (Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist) exam, you can find that here. If you are looking for...
by Eric Christianson | Oct 16, 2024 | Infectious Disease and Oncology Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Pivmecillinam, also known as Pivya, is an oral antibiotic that was FDA-approved in April of 2024 for use against uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTI) in female patients.1 Pivmecillinam Literature Pivmecillinam falls in the class of penicillin antibiotics. It...
by Eric Christianson | Oct 13, 2024 | Endocrine Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
The American Thyroid Association defines hypothyroidism as a result of an “underactive thyroid gland.” Common symptoms include fatigue, cold sensitivity, dry skin, weight gain, hair loss, high cholesterol, or constipation. The recommended treatment is replacing the...
