Category: Neurology and Musculoskeletal Medications

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Allopurinol Pharmacology

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I break down the mechanism of action, side effects, and important drug interactions you need to know. I give you a sense of what things you might actually encounter in practice when working with patients who take allopurinol.

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I hope you enjoy this episode the pharmacology of allopurinol!

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Dopamine Agonists – RLP Episode 018

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On today’s episode I talk about the dopamine agonists and their role in Parkinson’s as well as RLS.  I cover adverse effects, mechanism of action and drug interactions amongst other things! Enjoy!

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Acetaminophen – RLP Episode 010

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On this episode I discuss the basics with acetaminophen and which disease states and other medications to look out for when you have patients taking acetaminophen.  Other items discussed on the podcast

  • Mechanism of action
  • Adverse effects
  • Dosing
  • Drug interactions
  • Comparison to NSAIDs

All subscribers to the website/podcast will get access to a FREE Top 200 Drug Study Guide where I highlight the 3 most highly testable pearls from each medication (this is a 31 page PDF!)  In addition, you’ll get a free 100 question pharmacology test.  Both resources are free, simply for following the podcast!  What are you waiting for? Click Here to Subscribe

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NSAID Pharmacology RLP Episode 008

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In this podcast episode I discuss the pharmacology of NSAIDs and the potential collateral damage that can result from these medications.  We’ll cover:

  • Side effects
  • Mechanism of Action
  • Important Drug Interactions
  • Pharmacokinetics between ibuprofen and naproxen
  • Boxed Warnings

Hope you enjoy the episode!

All subscribers to the website/podcast will get access to a FREE Top 200 Drug Study Guide where I highlight the 3 most highly testable pearls from each medication (this is a 31 page PDF!)  In addition, you’ll get a free 100 question pharmacology test.  Both resources are free, simply for following the podcast!  What are you waiting for? Click Here to Subscribe