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Mistakes With Inhaler Technique – Practice Pearls From The Front Lines
Asthma and COPD are two disease states that we need to use inhalers. As a clinical pharmacist, I understand the importance of patient education. I've seen numerous mistakes with inhaler technique...
Constipation Management – Reducing Polypharmacy Case Study
In the case below, I discuss constipation management and how to reduce polypharmacy by targeting medications that cause this adverse effect. KE is a 77-year-old male with a history of GERD,...
Roflumilast Clinical Pearls
COPD is a challenging disease that ultimately leads to a progressive reduction in lung function. Our mainstays of therapy are the bronchodilators like long-acting anticholinergic and long-acting...
Polypharmacy and Pain Management – Podcast Special!
As a geriatric pharmacist, I understand how difficult it can be to manage polypharmacy and pain management. I had the honor of being invited onto the Pain Pod. This podcast is put together by Mark...
CDC Sees The Light! Pharmacist Reimbursement Is Necessary
Pharmacist reimbursement has been a frustrating battle for us pharmacists. We don't get enough respect when it comes to legislation (i.e. provider status) and reimbursement of clinical services....
Top 5 Targets To Reduce Medications In Long Term Care
I've been doing quite a bit of long term care consulting lately and I've been trying to pay attention to which medications and medication classes I have been targeting in an effort to reduce...
Tamsulosin Use In Females and Kidney Stones
Alpha-blockers (i.e., tamsulosin) are commonly seen in male patients, as they are used to treat symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH; the only FDA-approved indication currently). Because of...
Comparison Table Of Progestin-Only Products
Combined hormonal contraceptives (CHCs) containing both estrogen and progestin are common go-to agents for contraception. However, on occasion, CHCs are an inappropriate choice given the multiple...
Comparison of Cation Exchangers in Hyperkalemia
Potassium plays a vital role in maintaining cellular function. In this article, we will provide background information on potassium homeostasis and provider a comparison of cation exchangers in...
What To Do If You Don’t Match For A Pharmacy Residency
I've precepted many pharmacy students who are preparing to enter the match for a pharmacy residency position. Next to preparing for various pharmacy board exams, trying to get a pharmacy residency...
Study Materials For Pharmacists
