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November 2, 2023November 4, 2023

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Diclofenac Pharmacology Podcast

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On this podcast episode, I discuss diclofenac pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

Diclofenac is one of the highest-risk NSAIDs when it comes to cardiovascular risk. You can find more information on this in the Meded101 NSAID comparison table.

Diclofenac carries two boxed warnings. One is for GI bleed risk and the other is for cardiovascular risks.

Anticoagulants, antiplatelets, diuretics, and ACEs/ARBs are all common medication classes that can interact with diclofenac.

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October 26, 2023October 23, 2023

Meded101 Guide to Nursing Pharmacology (Amazon Highly Rated)

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Aliskiren Pharmacology Podcast

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On this episode, I discuss aliskiren pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

Aliskiren should not be used with ACE Inhibitors or ARBs. I discuss why that is in this episode.

Aliskiren has a long enough half-life at approximately 24 hours so it is recommended to only take this once daily.

Hyperkalemia is a major concern with aliskiren. It is important to monitor potassium levels and renal function.

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October 19, 2023October 13, 2023

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Buprenorphine/Naloxone Pharmacology Podcast

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On this episode, I discuss the use of buprenorphine/naloxone in managing opioid use disorder. I cover the kinetics, dosage forms, adverse effect, interactions and much more.

Buprenorphine/naloxone has numerous dosage form and they are not interchangeable. I discuss this further on the podcast.

Liver impairment is a potential reason to avoid the use of buprenorphine. I discuss this on the podcast.

You must keep an eye out for withdrawal symptoms when initiating and adjusting doses of buprenorphine/naloxone. They include sweating, nausea, tachycardia, and mood changes.

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October 12, 2023October 6, 2023

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Spironolactone Pharmacology Podcast

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On this episode, I discuss spironolactone pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions and much more.

Spironolactone has numerous indications including hypertension, CHF, ascites, and acne. I break them all down in this podcast episode.

Hyperkalemia is a major concern with spironolactone. Patients with baseline levels at 5 or above should generally avoid this medication.

Gynecomastia is one of the most commonly tested adverse effects of spironolactone. Be sure you don’t miss this one on your board and pharmacology exams!

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October 5, 2023October 2, 2023

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Meloxicam Pharmacology Podcast

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I discuss meloxicam pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more on this episode of the Real Life Pharmacology Podcast.

Meloxicam tends to have a greater affinity to COX-2 versus COX-1. I discuss what this means clinically on this episode.

Important meloxicam drug interactions include anticoagulants, antiplatelet medications, renal impairing drugs, and lithium amongst others.

Meloxicam has a longer half-life than many NSAIDs and because of this can be dosed once daily for pain relief.

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September 28, 2023September 20, 2023

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Enalapril Pharmacology Podcast

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On this episode, I discuss enalapril pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more!

Enalapril has a shorter half-life compared to some of the other ACE inhibitors so it may need to be dosed twice daily in patients with adequate renal function.

Hyperkalemia, cough, renal impairment, and angioedema and four adverse effects associated with enalapril that you should monitor for.

NSAIDs and diuretics can increase the risk of acute renal failure when an ACE inhibitor like enalapril is being used.

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September 21, 2023September 21, 2023

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Asthma Pharmacotherapy Q&A With Beth Zerr, PharmD, BCACP

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On this very special episode of the Real Life Pharmacology podcast, we tackle asthma pharmacotherapy and some of the things that Beth sees in her everyday practice as an ambulatory care pharmacist.

When discussing asthma pharmacotherapy with pediatric patients and their families, it is critical to address the concern of suppressed growth with corticosteroid use. Beth shares her expertise and thoughts on this topic.

The GINA update a few years ago has been a game changer in asthma, hear from Beth how this has been implemented in her practice.

Beth also discusses some of the everyday drug interactions and adverse effects of asthma medications in this podcast episode.

Neither Beth nor I have any conflicts of interest in regard to discussing these medications.

If you’d like to contact Beth, you can reach out to her at zerr@arizona.edu

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September 14, 2023September 9, 2023

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Lisdexamfetamine Pharmacology Podcast

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

Lisdexamfetamine is a stimulant medication that is used in the management of ADHD.

Stimulants like lisdexamfetamine can increase heart rate, raise blood pressure, and suppress appetite.

Lisdexamfetamine is a schedule 2 controlled substance and has a high potential for abuse and dependence.

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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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