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Fungal Versus Viral Infections – 2 Key Differences
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...
Top 5 Fluconazole Drug Interactions
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...
Venlafaxine Versus Desvenlafaxine
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...
Top 5 NSAID Drug Interactions Every Pharmacist Should Know
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,...
Top 5 Drug Interactions in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) often requires complex, long-term medication regimens. This polypharmacy increases the risk of clinically significant drug interactions that can impact efficacy and safety....
Sulfonylureas with Insulin – Case Scenario
One of my biggest pet peeves is the use of sulfonylureas with insulin. Recall that sulfonylureas stimulate the release of insulin and in many patients with Type 2 diabetes we may not be getting much...
Top 5 Bactrim Drug Interactions
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) is a commonly prescribed antibiotic for urinary tract and other infections. However, it’s also associated with several clinically significant drug...
Losartan Differences – A Deep Dive on ARBs
Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) are widely used in managing hypertension, heart failure, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and diabetic nephropathy. While these agents share a common...
Anemia Crossword Puzzle
Find the answers below to the anemia crossword puzzle! Anemia is one of the most common blood disorders worldwide, affecting people of all ages. Whether you're a healthcare professional, student, or...
Deprescribing Supplements in Anemia
When patients have anemia, supplements often get prescribed. To many of our polypharmacy patients, excessive prescribing can lead to an increase in pill burden that may not always be necessary. When...
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