by Eric Christianson | May 3, 2023 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine Case Studies
In this Antabuse case study, JE is a 62-year-old male with a history of anxiety, bipolar disorder, alcohol abuse disorder, BPH, hypercholesterolemia, Afib, HTN, and GERD. His current medication list includes the following: Hydroxyzine 25 mg BID for anxiety Seroquel...
by Eric Christianson | Apr 30, 2023 | Uncategorized
Our Meded101 NAPLEX material is ready for 2023 participants, and it is about the time of year that students are gearing up for the NAPLEX. I wanted to provide a really nice discount on our massive study package. I recall what it was like to prepare for the NAPLEX and...
by Eric Christianson | Apr 26, 2023 | Hematology and Immunology Case Studies
I want to address an email from a recent podcast listener regarding the appropriate way to take folic acid with methotrexate. Specifically, what is my take on methotrexate and folic acid same-day dosing? First, let’s start with some basics. Folic Acid (vitamin...
by Eric Christianson | Apr 23, 2023 | Cardiovascular Case Studies, Infectious Disease and Oncology Case Studies
One thing I always encourage is critical thinking. Reviewing a diagnosis list will give you clues as to the likely medications that a patient is taking or should be taking if they are following guideline-based medication therapy. In this Bactrim CHF case study, I...
by Eric Christianson | Apr 19, 2023 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls, Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
Beta-blockers are a class of medication that is frequently used for cardiac and cardiovascular purposes. Selectivity and evidence of benefit often guide selection, but one thing that may get overlooked is beta-blocker interactions in relation to CYP enzymes. Not all...
