Medications causing depression or at least contributing to symptoms ca happen. There are many (non-medication) reasons why a patient may be more depressed. I love medications and the interplay between them. In this situation, a patient is reporting that their symptoms...
I’ve had individuals ask about a BCGP study guide book similar to the POPULAR BCPS Bullets and BCACP bullets. I’ve taken the clinical content and pearls from those popular books and also added in critical nuggets to help you prepare for the...
The tacrolimus and azole drug interaction is a concerning one that needs to be monitored. In this case, the drug interaction was actually used to the benefit of the patient. I’m greatly appreciative of this guest post/case from Amanuel Tseggai, PharmD, BCPS!...
The Celexa and Nexium interaction is a challenging one. As a clinical pharmacist, I don’t want to create a bunch of other work or switch agents when medication therapy is working and justified. I feel like we (physicians, NP’s, PA’s as well) often...
The BCPS exam is challenging. To date, it is the hardest exam I have ever taken. Understanding statistics is vital to passing which everyone knows. Also vital to passing is the BCPS Regulatory section. Many people ask, what exactly do I need to study here? The...
