by Eric Christianson | Feb 8, 2026 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Oral bisphosphonates (i.e., alendronate) are commonly used to treat osteoporosis, and proper administration is one of the most important concepts for the NAPLEX exam. These medications must be taken first thing in the morning on an empty stomach with a full glass of...
by Eric Christianson | Feb 4, 2026 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Rhabdomyolysis happens when muscle cells break down and release their contents into the blood. These substances can damage the kidneys and cause serious problems like kidney failure. It is often triggered by medications, injuries, extreme exercise, or drug...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 11, 2026 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
In this blog post, I’ll share my top 5 gout pharmacotherapy pearls. This can often show up in practice as well as on those challenging board exams! Allopurinol Doesn’t Treat Flares Allopurinol reduces the production of uric acid. Because of this mechanism,...
by Eric Christianson | Dec 31, 2025 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
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,...
by Eric Christianson | Dec 28, 2025 | Renal, Urology, and Electrolytes Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
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...
by Eric Christianson | Dec 17, 2025 | Women’s and Men’s Health Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
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...
