I recently came across a case scenario of drug induced akathisia. It is important to remember that aripiprazole is one of the most common causes of this adverse effect. Here’s the case – LY is a 72-year-old man with a 10-year history of Parkinson’s disease...
Lamotrigine is an important medication to remember. This was actually a primary reason why I started this blog. Here’s that case scenario from the past. Having a lack of understanding of lamotrigine and its adverse effects has led to patients being harmed and...
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is one of the most commonly tested topics across pharmacy board exams. Whether you’re preparing for the NAPLEX, BCPS, BCACP, or another certification exam, mastering rate control, rhythm control, anticoagulation, and key clinical decision...
A 45-year-old woman with a history of bipolar I disorder was recently hospitalized for a manic episode. Following stabilization, her psychiatrist initiated lithium carbonate at 300 mg twice daily for mood stabilization. Her baseline thyroid function tests were within...
It’s not uncommon to see patients in long-term care facilities prescribed medications for anxiety, agitation, or insomnia. Two such medications that can raise red flags are Atarax (hydroxyzine) and Ativan (lorazepam). While both can be appropriate in select...
An 82-year-old woman with a history of mild Alzheimer’s dementia is started on donepezil 10 mg nightly to help with memory and cognitive function. After several weeks, her family reports that she’s been waking up multiple times per night to urinate and has complained...
