by Eric Christianson | Jan 5, 2025 | Gastrointestinal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
I’ve had some wonderful guest posts in the past and I couldn’t help but notice this awesome post on LinkedIn from a fellow pharmacist! April Oliveros is the author of this quick hitter on “Does Every Patient On Anticoagulation Need a PPI?” You...
by Eric Christianson | Dec 29, 2024 | Endocrine Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Reducing diabetes medications in geriatric patients with low A1c involves careful consideration of the risks and benefits of continued intensive glycemic control. In older adults, particularly those with multiple comorbidities, frailty, or limited life expectancy,...
by Eric Christianson | Jul 17, 2024 | Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Allergic rhinitis is a very common condition. I’ve encountered numerous patients throughout my career who take more than one medication to help keep their symptoms at bay. When reviewing polypharmacy cases, I do consider allergy medications as deprescribing...
by Eric Christianson | Jun 30, 2024 | Cardiovascular Case Studies
With this med review, I’m simply looking at a medication list to help formulate ideas to investigate. I’ll focus heavily on my concern for using an NSAID in this patient. Metoprolol – 50 mg twice daily (Hypertension, Atrial Fibrillation) Furosemide...
by Eric Christianson | Jul 5, 2023 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
It’s no secret that I’ve spent a ton of time in long-term care and assisted living facilities helping the healthcare team take care of some challenging residents. I outline my top 5 pet peeves in geriatric psych management. Believe me, it was hard to...