by Eric Christianson | Jun 21, 2026 | Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Tizanidine is a centrally acting alpha-2 adrenergic agonist commonly used for the management of muscle spasticity. While it can be an effective medication for reducing muscle tone and improving function in select patients, it also carries significant risks that...
by Eric Christianson | Jun 14, 2026 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Antipsychotic medications are commonly used across a wide range of age groups for conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), and other psychiatric disorders. Understanding why antipsychotic risks are...
by Eric Christianson | Jun 7, 2026 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists
This is a very unique case scenario where we are treating mild fatigue related to anemia, and a new prescription for iron creates more fatigue for our patient. A 72-year-old female with a history of primary hypothyroidism, osteoporosis, hypertension, and iron...
by Eric Christianson | May 27, 2026 | Gastrointestinal Case Studies
NSAIDs are a notorious cause of GI bleeds. This is something that I am significantly concerned about as a geriatric consultant pharmacist. In this blog post, I share 3 examples of NSAIDs causing GI bleeds that I have seen in practice. Scenario 1 – Duplicate...
by Eric Christianson | May 24, 2026 | Psychiatry and Addiction Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
When you are studying for your exams, be sure to take a good, hard look at paroxetine. While it can be effective for anxiety disorders, panic disorder, depression, and PTSD, its pharmacokinetic and adverse effect profile creates several important clinical...
