by Eric Christianson | Dec 11, 2022 | Renal, Urology, and Electrolytes Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
There are a number of medications that can be used for urge urinary incontinence, also known as “overactive bladder syndrome”. However, it can be somewhat difficult to parse out the differences between the medications and decide which might be the right choice for a...
by Eric Christianson | Dec 4, 2022 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Trazodone is a medication I see used in my geriatric practice on a daily basis. It is classified as a “serotonin modulator”. It has some serotonin antagonist action at lower doses and may have more serotonin agonist effects at higher dosages. In this...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 23, 2022 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Lorazepam and clonazepam are both from the benzodiazepine family. I see them both used in clinical practice on a regular basis. While their pharmacology actions are essentially identical, there are some pharmacokinetic, dosage form, and indication differences you...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 20, 2022 | Pharmacogenomics and Pharmacokinetics Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
We’ve been doing some work lately to develop a chart of commonly used drugs with pharmacogenomic considerations. In anticipation of that table, I thought I’d share my top 5 medications that have pharmacogenomic considerations. If you are taking a board...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 16, 2022 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Post-MI there are a lot of medications most patients will be started on, and it can get confusing for both patients and providers. Today, we’re clearing up some of the confusion surrounding the choice behind which platelet aggregation inhibitors should be used. We’ll...
by Eric Christianson | Oct 26, 2022 | Gastrointestinal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Gastroparesis is a condition in which stomach motility is reduced due to nerve injury and/or muscle dysfunction. Due to this reduced motility, the stomach is unable to properly empty itself, leading to symptoms that may include nausea, vomiting, bloating, heartburn,...
