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We received a big update on 2021 Pharmacist Provider Status this month and it is exciting to see that we still on the radar of the federal government. I have just emailed my representative this morning and am asking you to do the same. Pharmacist provider status will not happen without action. I will be placing […]
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Oral iron supplements (podcast) are the cheapest and most effective treatment for iron deficiency anemia. Iron deficiency anemia can occur commonly in infants and women with menorrhagia. For most cases of iron deficiency, oral iron supplementation is sufficient. Occasionally intravenous iron may be necessary if oral iron is insufficient or not tolerated. Older adults are […]
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Brand to generic drug changes can occur due to demands by insurance companies. These changes are often forced due to the low costs of generic medications compared to brand name products but are there certain classes of medications where brand to generic changes may be less beneficial or potentially even harmful. It is unfortunate, but […]
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Topiramate (Topamax) is used for various reasons outlined below. We wanted to cover some of the most common topiramate clinical pearls and how these might affect our patients. Let’s start with a brief case scenario. Mrs. KC, 45 years old came into the clinic for her medication review today. She says to you that managing […]
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The human body requires sufficient iron to produce red blood cells, which are vital for transporting oxygen to tissues. Without sufficient iron, individuals can develop iron deficiency anemia. Oral products are commonly used for mild deficiency. If the deficiency is severe enough, or if the patient has lost a lot of blood, IV iron products […]
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