by Eric Christianson | Jan 28, 2024 | Endocrine Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Many often wonder when to use prednisone versus prednisolone and why we may see one over the other prescribed in practice. They are not the same medication and have their differences, but they also share a lot of similarities. To make it simple it is often about what...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 24, 2024 | BCGP Exam
The (Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist) BCGP exam is one of the most challenging board exams you’ll likely ever take in your career. Pass rates have ranged down below 50% during some years! It is nice to have an idea of what to anticipate with this exam so we...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 21, 2024 | Respiratory Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
There are so many inhalers on the market for asthma and COPD. LABA, LAMA, and ICS products are getting so hard to keep track of! Honestly, it gets a little overwhelming at times to remember them all by brand name and what category and classification they fall into. My...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 17, 2024 | Drug Interaction Case Studies and Education For Pharmacists, Uncategorized
In the challenging world of pharmacology, recognizing drug interactions is paramount to ensuring patient safety and optimal treatment outcomes. To make this complex subject more engaging and accessible, we’ve introduced a unique approach – a crossword puzzle...
by Eric Christianson | Jan 14, 2024 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Fenofibrate is a lipid-lowering medication indicated as monotherapy to treat primary hyperlipidemia, mixed dyslipidemia, and hypertriglyceridemia. While this medication has been around for many years, its formulation has continued to evolve. The different fenofibrate...