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2023 BCPS Exam – What You Need To Know
The 2023 BCPS exam will not undergo significant changes compared to 2022. In the ten years I have spent following, studying, and providing study materials for this exam, there have been about 3-4...
Methimazole Versus Propylthiouracil (PTU)
Methimazole and propylthiouracil are two of the main medication options to help manage hyperthyroidism. These medications work by inhibiting the body's production of thyroid hormones. More...
Urinary Anticholinergics Comparison Table
There are a number of medications that can be used for urge urinary incontinence, also known as “overactive bladder syndrome”. However, it can be somewhat difficult to parse out the differences...
2023 BCGP Exam Changes
Are you looking to become a Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist in 2023? You'll want to pay attention to this post. We have a rundown of all the 2023 BCGP exam changes including changes to the...
Trazodone Clinical Pearls
Trazodone is a medication I see used in my geriatric practice on a daily basis. It is classified as a "serotonin modulator". It has some serotonin antagonist action at lower doses and may have more...
List of Drugs That Inhibit CYP2D6
CYP2D6 is an important pathway for the breakdown of certain medications. There are also some less common cases of medications that are prodrugs and activated by this enzyme. It is important to know...
Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring and Interpretation
The Framingham risk score has been the primary method of determining a patient’s 10-year risk of cardiovascular disease. Scores such as this take into account a patient’s specific risk factors...
Comparing Lorazepam Versus Clonazepam
Lorazepam and clonazepam are both from the benzodiazepine family. I see them both used in clinical practice on a regular basis. While their pharmacology actions are essentially identical, there are...
My Top 5 Drugs With Pharmacogenomic Considerations
We've been doing some work lately to develop a chart of commonly used drugs with pharmacogenomic considerations. In anticipation of that table, I thought I'd share my top 5 medications that have...
Comparing Clopidogrel Versus Prasugrel
Post-MI there are a lot of medications most patients will be started on, and it can get confusing for both patients and providers. Today, we’re clearing up some of the confusion surrounding the...
Study Materials For Pharmacists
