There are two agents that are frequently used in alcohol use disorder. Acamprosate and naltrexone have distinct advantages and disadvantages in the treatment of alcohol use disorder. In this article, we will compare the clinical benefits and risks of acamprosate vs...
Dementia with Lewy Bodies (DLB) is a type of dementia grouped under the term “Lewy Body Dementia” along with Parkinson Disease with Dementia (PDD)1. The main symptoms of DLB are parkinsonism, REM sleep disorder, visual hallucinations, and changes in cognition2. There...
One of the last hurdles in becoming a licensed pharmacist is the North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination (NAPLEX). NABP recently released information on what to expect for those taking the NAPLEX exam on or after May 1st, 2025. There are some significant...
Peripheral neuropathy occurs when nerve fibers outside the brain and spinal cord are disrupted. Often, it is described as nerve pain throughout the limbs, most commonly in the hands and feet. Symptoms include numbness, tingling, pain, and loss of sensation. Today, we...
In this 10-question psychiatric Pharmacotherapy quiz, we cover antipsychotic use and bipolar pharmacotherapy. If you are looking for a practice exam for the BCPP (Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist) exam, you can find that here. If you are looking for...
