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Wegovy Versus Ozempic – What’s The Difference?
This article is going to compare Wegovy versus Ozempic, two different brand-name medications that share the same active ingredient: semaglutide. Both medications are subcutaneous injections, and...
Venlafaxine Withdrawal – Case Study
In this case scenario, I review the possibility of venlafaxine withdrawal and some key factors that lead me to this assessment. A 59-year-old patient presents to your pharmacy seeking a refill for...
Reasons Why Patients Don’t Respond To Iron
Iron therapy can be life-changing for some anemia patients and help them improve their energy and ultimately, their quality of life. Sometimes anemia isn't responsive to iron. In this article, I...
2024 BCPS Study Materials Now Available!
We have just released updates for our 2024 BCPS study materials! Here's some of the feedback we've received in the past from the content in our BCPS All Access Pass! “Eric, I cannot thank you enough...
Calcium Channel Blocker Comparison – DHP Vs. Non-DHP Medications
Calcium channel blockers (CCBs) are split into two categories, dihydropyridines (DHP), such as amlodipine and nicardipine, and non-dihydropyridines (non-DHP), such as verapamil and diltiazem. While...
Top 5 Alcohol and Medication Interactions
How many times have you picked up, dispensed, or seen an auxiliary label on a medication encouraging you to avoid alcohol while taking it? It's definitely information that could come up on a board...
RSV Vaccine Comparison Table
The CDC has approved RSV vaccines for patients over the age of 60 and those who are pregnant. We provide an RSV vaccine comparison table below to help you recognize the differences between these...
Drugs That Cause Vitamin B12 Deficiency – Top 5
Vitamin B12 is a critical nutrient that helps with the function of major body systems. It is involved in the production of red blood cells, is important in energy production, and helps maintain a...
Can Smoking Cause Drug Interactions?
Smoking use is still fairly prevalent, despite the best efforts of health organizations such as the CDC, with an estimated number of 28 million Americans partaking in cigarette use. Other than the...
Metoprolol Succinate Versus Tartrate
At face value, metoprolol tartrate (brand name Lopressor) and metoprolol succinate (brand name Toprolol XL) may seem similar. They are both selective beta-1 adrenoceptor blockers, with tartrate...
Study Materials For Pharmacists
