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Thiazides and Hyperglycemia – Is It Significant?
I was asked about the clinical of thiazides and hyperglycemia. To be honest, studies aren't that great surrounding this question, and the main ones I'm aware of and could find were very old. Here's...
How Common Is Gynecomastia With Spironolactone?
I got asked a question the other day about spironolactone. Specifically, how common is gynecomastia with spironolactone? Before I answer that question, let's take a look at some of the common...
Melatonin Clinical Pearls
Melatonin is a supplement that is most often used for insomnia. I see patients take this supplement on a daily and it is also a frequent recommendation of many providers. Here are a few melatonin...
Magnesium Clinical Pearls
In the ambulatory care and geriatrics space, I see magnesium supplements used on a fairly frequent basis in practice. Here are a few magnesium clinical pearls that I've picked up along the way....
Antiarrhythmic Comparison Chart
You will see antiarrhythmics used in clinical practice. They are typically prescribed by cardiovascular specialists, but we wanted to provide an antiarrhythmic comparison chart because as a...
Anticholinergic Potassium Interaction
The anticholinergic potassium interaction is noted on many databases as a serious interaction. Potassium supplements have been shown to cause irritation if left in contact with the GI tract for too...
Case Study: Fluconazole Alprazolam Interaction
In today's case, I will discuss the fluconazole alprazolam interaction. Here's the case! A 56-year-old female has a history of bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic disorder, chronic back pain, and...
Terbinafine Amitriptyline Interaction
The following case demonstrates the terbinafine amitriptyline interaction as well as another interaction you should be aware of! JS is a 63-year-old female. Past medical history includes...
Is Once-Weekly Insulin On The Way?
There may be a new option on the horizon for current insulin users! Insulin icodec is a new insulin option currently undergoing clinical trials. The most recent trial released for insulin icodec...
Chemotherapy Toxicity Table With Boxed Warnings
Chemotherapeutic agents are used to control cancer cell proliferation, but they often come with toxicities to the host as well. It is important to monitor patients closely for the development of...
Study Materials For Pharmacists
