by Eric Christianson | Mar 20, 2024 | Long Term Care Consultant Pharmacist Education and Information, Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
In the realm of Alzheimer’s disease treatment, two medications often stand out: memantine (Namenda) and donepezil (Aricept). These drugs are frequently prescribed to manage symptoms and improve the quality of life for individuals grappling with Alzheimer’s...
by Eric Christianson | Mar 10, 2024 | Endocrine Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
For individuals with type 2 diabetes taking insulin, managing doses is a critical aspect of their treatment regimen. Proper management of insulin doses can help maintain blood sugar levels within a healthy range and prevent complications associated with high or low...
by Eric Christianson | Mar 3, 2024 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Blood pressure medications are commonly used in practice. You should know some of the major interactions with these medications. In this blog post, I will lay out my top 5 antihypertensive drug interactions and also share some information on how these interactions can...
by Eric Christianson | Feb 28, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
When it comes to managing pain, inflammation, or fever, many of us reach for over-the-counter (OTC) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen. While these medications serve similar purposes, understanding their differences is crucial for...
by Eric Christianson | Feb 25, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
I’m currently working on finishing up a big-time project for the NAPLEX exam. It is a crossword puzzle book that will help prepare you for the NAPLEX. I’m providing a free osteoporosis crossword puzzle as a sample of what this book will be like. There will...
by Eric Christianson | Feb 21, 2024 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
I have been caught in situations with caregivers and patients numerous times regarding Parkinson’s medication management. Patients can be VERY particular about getting their Parkinson’s medication on time. This is understandable if you acknowledge what...