Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside that has a narrow therapeutic window. Because of this, we typically monitor digoxin levels. If levels get too high, we can run into adverse effects. In some cases, particularly geriatric patients, those adverse can be misinterpreted as...
As previously discussed, mirtazapine can be more sedating at lower doses. Mirtazapine has a high affinity for the H1 (histamine) receptor. This histamine blockade is thought to increase appetite and sedation. Weight gain with mirtazapine can be advantageous or a...
Mirtazapine is commonly used in elderly patients with depression who are also suffering from insomnia. Mirtazapine is often chosen because it is much safer than benzodiazepines, “z-drugs”, and antipsychotics. The mechanisms of mirtazapine (podcast episode on the...
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