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Allergy Medications As Deprescribing Targets
Allergic rhinitis is a very common condition. I've encountered numerous patients throughout my career who take more than one medication to help keep their symptoms at bay. When reviewing...
Topiramate-Induced Cognitive Impairment
In this case scenario, I outline a situation of topiramate-induced cognitive impairment. Topiramate is an anticonvulsant medication that may be used for headache prophylaxis and is known to cause...
Top 3 Drugs That Change Urine Color
My pee is orange! What's wrong with me? Medications can cause some goofy side effects. One of the most unique adverse effects is the change in urine color. In this blog post, I will outline my top 5...
Wellbutrin XL Versus Bupropion SR – Insomnia Rates
JS is a 45 year-old male who has been taking bupropion SR 150 mg twice daily for about 4 weeks. He has been taking it for depression. He reports that depressive symptoms have started to improve but...
Constipation Polypharmacy
JE is a 77-year-old male. He reports significant constipation despite the use of three laxative medications. In this case summary, I will outline the most important medications that can contribute...
NSAID Problems – Polypharmacy Case Study
With this med review, I'm simply looking at a medication list to help formulate ideas to investigate. I'll focus heavily on my concern for using an NSAID in this patient. Metoprolol - 50 mg twice...
Benzodiazepine Tapering Guidelines 2024 New Draft Guidelines!
I've encountered a significant proportion of patients who are on chronic benzodiazepines. Drug interactions, adverse effects, and other risks to my geriatric patient population are significant when...
The PCAT Is Going Away, Will NAPLEX Pass Rates Fall?
How do you get better at something? Practice. At least that's what I tell my kids. The (Pharmacy College Admissions Test) PCAT has gone away in 2024 and I can't help but think that this will be...
Gabapentin Titration Case Study
JE is a 75-year-old male with a history of diabetes. He has recently complained of peripheral neuropathy symptoms and his provider has started him on gabapentin 300 mg TID. In this scenario, I'm...
BCGP Exam Study Tips – I Passed! (Again)
I recently took the Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP) exam in the spring of 2024 and continue to work in geriatrics. I'm happy to report this was the third time I've taken and passed the...
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