Pimavanserin is a unique antipsychotic with a very specific niche in clinical practice. It is most commonly used for Parkinson’s disease psychosis, and its pharmacology, benefits, and risks are frequently tested and clinically misunderstood. In this blog post,...
Alpha-blockers are not first-line agents for many conditions, but they are often tested on exams and highly relevant in practice—especially in urology, hypertension, and acute care settings. Understanding their nuances can help prevent serious adverse effects and...
As I’m sure many of us who commonly work with elderly patients in nursing homes have seen, patients can experience hypersexuality and exhibit behaviors that put themselves and other residents at risk as a result. Hypersexuality is defined by exhibiting behaviors and...
UTI prophylaxis is a relatively common occurance in geriatrics and long term care. Antibiotic use on a chronic basis comes with some challenges and mistakes can absolutely happen. More meds, more problems. Making sure chronic antibiotics are safe and effective is an...
Supplements are among the most common over-the-counter products patients use, often with good intentions but mixed results. Pharmacists are in a unique position to help patients and providers make sense of these products and prevent unnecessary harm or wasted money....
When working with patients who have a seizure disorder, it’s critical for pharmacists to remember which medications can lower the seizure threshold. Even in patients without epilepsy, some drugs can increase seizure risk, especially at high doses, in overdose...
