Chlorthalidone and hydrochlorothiazide (podcast) are both thiazide diuretics. They are primarily used in the management of hypertension and occasionally for the management of edema. Hypokalemia, frequent urination, and risk for dehydration are all common adverse...
I don’t take a break from clinical content very often, but when I do, it’s usually something that is very important to me personally. Every day, I try to think about what might help a fellow healthcare professional use medications more wisely. I’ve...
There are many skeletal muscle relaxants (SMRs) to choose from when patients need one. We are going to do some comparing and contrasting of these medications, and ultimately, this article will help you identify some of the most important clinical factors to consider...
As you may or may not be aware, Adderall and vitamin C can interact with each other. The primary issue for this drug interaction involves an alteration of Adderall’s gastrointestinal absorption. Having a more acidic gut environment can reduce the absorption of...
Working with a lot of geriatric patients, I run into patients complaining of dry eyes all the time. While many will readily admit that they have this issue, many will not even think to mention it because they have been dealing with it for a long time or they may...
