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Donepezil in the Morning…Is This Ok?
Donepezil (Aricept) is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that is used to help manage symptoms of dementia. I get asked quite a few questions about dementia and, more specifically, dementia-related...
Duplicate Dopamine Agonists – Case Study
In this case scenario, I discuss some ideas as to how I would handle a patient on duplicate dopamine agonists. A 58-year-old female has a history of diabetes, restless legs, anemia, and GERD. Her...
Heparin, Warfarin, and Hair Loss – What to do About It?
I recently did a podcast episode on heparin (which you can listen to below) and I did not mention hair loss as a potential adverse effect. In addition to heparin, it turns out there is data on other...
Alpha Blockers – Clinical Practice Pearls
Alpha blockers are most frequently used in clinical practice to manage symptoms of BPH and probably less commonly used for hypertension. Here are a few relevant clinical practice pearls that are...
Explaining The Growth of Pharmacists in Clinics
As a profession, we know that we need to expand opportunities for pharmacists. I don't have any data with this post to back me up, but I can "feel" the growth of pharmacists entering practice into...
What’s it Like Being a Consultant Pharmacist?
I really enjoy receiving questions from other pharmacists and students. On LinkedIn, I recently received the question, "What's it like being a consultant pharmacist? First, I do want to mention that...
Drugs That Cause Hyperkalemia – Can You Name These Seven?
If you have ever had a patient that has had a substantially elevated potassium level, you have likely been very nervous about their medication list. I really start to get concerned when I see levels...
Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia – Type 1 Vs. Type 2
As a healthcare professional, when I hear the term heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), I get nervous. The classically taught heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (type 2) is very serious. HIT is...
NAPLEX or MPJE First? Which One?
It is NAPLEX and MPJE season. It's a time of year that is full of anticipation, fear, excited, joy, and for some, anguish. Failing the NAPLEX or the MPJE was my biggest fear and I have heard from...
Albuterol Beta-Blocker Interaction – What Should I Do?
The albuterol beta-blocker interaction is real and is significant. But how significant is it? What questions should you ask yourself? Which Beta-Blocker We Talkin' Bout? The very first question I...
Study Materials For Pharmacists
