by Eric Christianson | Sep 3, 2026 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
In this case scenario, we describe the vilazodone rifampin interaction and what it means for clinical practice. A 46-year-old patient with major depressive disorder has been stable on vilazodone 40 mg once daily for more than a year. The patient reports good adherence...
by Eric Christianson | Jun 7, 2026 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
This is a very unique case scenario where we are treating mild fatigue related to anemia, and a new prescription for iron creates more fatigue for our patient. A 72-year-old female with a history of primary hypothyroidism, osteoporosis, hypertension, and iron...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 4, 2026 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
In this case scenario, we outline the Paxlovid alprazolam interaction. A 42-year-old woman with a long-standing history of severe generalized anxiety disorder, managed with alprazolam 1 mg orally twice daily for several years, presented to the emergency department...
by Eric Christianson | Sep 14, 2025 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
SK is a 77-year-old male who presents to the primary care clinic for a routine follow-up. His past medical history is significant for atrial fibrillation, hypertension, GERD, and depression. Can you identify two important drug interactions in this medication list?...
by Eric Christianson | Jun 11, 2025 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) is a commonly prescribed antibiotic for urinary tract and other infections. However, it’s also associated with several clinically significant drug interactions that can lead to serious patient harm if overlooked. Here are my top...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 29, 2025 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
Statins are one of the most commonly prescribed medications to help manage hyperlipidemia and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events. However, statins are notorious for their drug interactions which can pose a significant risk to patients if not taken into...
