Category: Neurology and Musculoskeletal Medications

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August 24, 2023August 20, 2023

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Pregabalin Pharmacology Podcast

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On this podcast episode, I discuss (Lyrica) pregabalin pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

I compare pregabalin and gabapentin in this episode and one important difference is the percent absorption of gabapentin compared to pregabalin.

Pregabalin can exacerbate the risk of respiratory depression and overdose in patients who are taking opioids.

Pregabalin is most frequently used in practice for neuropathic pain syndromes.

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August 10, 2023July 25, 2023

Meded101 Guide to Nursing Pharmacology (Amazon Highly Rated)

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Phenobarbital Pharmacology Podcast

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On this episode of the Real Life Pharmacology Podcast, I cover phenobarbital pharmacology, adverse effects, important drug interactions and much more.

Phenobarbital is an enzyme inducer. It is an inducer at CYP3A4 so this can lead to numerous drug interactions.

Phenobarbital can exacerbate the risk for opioid overdose and increase the risk for respiratory depression and death.

Phenobarbital can deplete numerous vitamins such as vitamin D, folic acid, and vitamin B12. Monitoring of these is important.

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March 30, 2023March 27, 2023

Meded101 Guide to Nursing Pharmacology (Amazon Highly Rated)

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Pyridostigmine Pharmacology Podcast

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I discuss Pyridostigmine Pharmacology in this podcast episode in addition to adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more!

Pyridostigmine is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor that can be used for myasthenia gravis or orthostasis.

Pyridostigmine can blunt the effect of neuromuscular blocking agents so patients undergoing surgery should be sure to have a game plan with their surgery team.

Similar to donepezil, pyridostigmine can cause diarrhea and bradycardia.

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November 10, 2022November 9, 2022

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Gabapentin (Neurontin) Pharmacology Podcast

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On this podcast episode, I discuss gabapentin (Neurontin) pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more!

Gabapentin’s GI absorption is a little wacky. I discuss on the podcast the clinical effects that this may have on our patients.

Renal elimination is critical to gabapentin. Worsening renal function will significantly impact the action of the drug.

CNS sedation can be a problem with gabapentin, especially in combination with other CNS depressants. I discuss this further on the podcast.

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July 14, 2022July 8, 2022

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Pramipexole (Mirapex) Pharmacology

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Pramipexole (Mirapex) is a dopamine agonist that can be used in Parkinson’s disease and Restless Legs Syndrome.

Dopamine agonists like pramipexole can worsen psychiatric symptoms in some patients by causing hallucinations, and obsessive/compulsive symptoms.

Nausea, vomiting, hypotension, and fatigue are the most common adverse effects of pramipexole.

Pramipexole is primarily eliminated through the urine. I discuss how this matters clinically in greater detail in this podcast episode.

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June 16, 2022June 7, 2022

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Ropinirole Pharmacology

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Ropinirole (Requip) is a dopamine agonist that can be used in Parkinson’s disease and Restless Legs Syndrome.

Dopamine agonists like ropinirole can worsen psychiatric symptoms in some patients by causing hallucinations, and obsessive/compulsive symptoms.

Nausea, vomiting, hypotension, and fatigue are the most common adverse effects of ropinirole.

Ropinirole has drug interactions with antipsychotics and CYP1A2 inhibitors. I discuss these in greater detail in this podcast episode.

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May 19, 2022May 12, 2022

Cabergoline Pharmacology

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Cabergoline is a dopamine agonist. I discuss the pharmacology, adverse effects, and drug interactions in this podcast episode.

Be on the lookout for drugs that could oppose the effects of cabergoline such as antipsychotics and metoclopramide.

Cabergoline can be used for hyperprolactinemia management and may cause adverse effects like hypotension and GI upset.

Cabergoline has a very long half-life so it is most often only dosed 1-2 times per week.

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Pharmacology Crossword Puzzle Book (Over 2,000 Clues/Questions!)