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Top 5 Bactrim Drug Interactions

Top 5 Bactrim Drug Interactions

by Eric Christianson | Jun 11, 2025 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists

Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) is a commonly prescribed antibiotic for urinary tract and other infections. However, it’s also associated with several clinically significant drug interactions that can lead to serious patient harm if overlooked. Here are my top...
Top 5 Antibiotic Drug Interactions

Top 5 Antibiotic Drug Interactions

by Eric Christianson | May 15, 2024 | Infectious Disease and Oncology Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls

Antibiotics are an essential tool to treat infections. I’ve seen a lot of drug interactions involving antibiotics that have led to anything from treatment failure to drug toxicity. In this blog post, I share my top 5 antibiotic drug interactions you are likely...
Should SPS (Kayexalate) Ever Be Used?

Should SPS (Kayexalate) Ever Be Used?

by Eric Christianson | Jul 16, 2023 | Renal, Urology, and Electrolytes Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate (SPS, Kayexalate) has been used for decades to help lower potassium levels and manage hyperkalemia. It does this by exchanging sodium ions for potassium ions in the gut (primarily the large intestine). The compound is then removed from the...
Bactrim CHF Case Study

Bactrim CHF Case Study

by Eric Christianson | Apr 23, 2023 | Cardiovascular Case Studies, Infectious Disease and Oncology Case Studies

One thing I always encourage is critical thinking. Reviewing a diagnosis list will give you clues as to the likely medications that a patient is taking or should be taking if they are following guideline-based medication therapy. In this Bactrim CHF case study, I...
Comparison of Cation Exchangers in Hyperkalemia

Comparison of Cation Exchangers in Hyperkalemia

by Eric Christianson | Mar 2, 2022 | Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls For Pharmacists

Potassium plays a vital role in maintaining cellular function. In this article, we will provide background information on potassium homeostasis and provider a comparison of cation exchangers in hyperkalemia management. Just about 98% of our total body potassium is...
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