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An 89-year-old female has a history of frequent UTIs. She has been taking ciprofloxacin for UTI prophylaxis at 250 mg once daily for about 1 year. She has not had a UTI since starting on the ciprofloxacin. She takes it in the morning with her breakfast. She has a history of diabetes, CKD, osteoarthritis, neuropathy, […]
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In this article, we take a look at the Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonists. In comparing Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonists, we will primarily look at dosing, adverse effects, and notable indications. Clonidine is FDA-approved for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), cancer pain, and hypertension. It is also used off-label for a variety of reasons, such as hot sweats, […]
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With insulin products continually coming to market, it can be challenging to stay current with the new information. Here is a brief overview of newly approved insulin products in the last few years, some highlights that might make them unique, and how to switch your patients’ insulin therapy to these products. As a clinical pharmacist, […]
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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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