ALiEM - Pharm Pearls

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Bupe Allergy Buprenorphine induction has been the mainstay of emergency department treatment of opioid use disorder for more than a decade [11, 12]. Of note, screening is often required for insurance approval for substance use treatment. Our experience: Traditionally, ED physicians do not like ordering urine drug screens (UDS).

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RX Note

JUNE 21, 2023

Introduction HIV (Human immunodeficiency virus) is an enveloped, single-stranded RNA virus that was recognized as the causative agent of AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome). If HIV is left untreated, the virus will cause progressive weakening of the immune system, a process which occurs at different rates in different people.

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Pharmacy Friday Pearls

MARCH 4, 2022

18 years Administration Oral Oral Oral PK/PD MOA: Nirmatrelvir – inhibitor of the SARS-CoV-2 main protease Prevents viral replicationRitonavir is a CYP3A inhibitor included to increase nirmatrelvir plasma levelsRitonavir alone has NO activity against SARS-CoV-2 Time to peak: Nirmatrelvir: 3 hrs & Ritonavir: 3.98 Introduction.

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Putting Patients First Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Recognizing PrEP as a preventive service rather than as indicative of an active medical condition, as HHS proposes, could help address the current risk selection seen in the market. Clear guidance on the treatment of rebates within the ACF will help avoid distortions in pricing and prevent patients from bearing disproportionate costs.

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The Thyroid Pharmacist

JULY 20, 2023

And as we’ve seen, even with supplementation, you need to address your root causes to prevent iron supply and demand challenges. 42] In a smaller 2022 study, 13 non-professional female athletes were evaluated for iron deficiency. Patients on hemodialysis may be prescribed IV or subcutaneous ESAs during dialysis treatments.

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RX Note

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Soft Contact Lenses - A basic overview Red Eye - Discussion on few possible conditions Styes - Warm compresses are the mainstay of treatment Eye Floaters - It is not often treated, except in severe cases. insulins, inhalers, GTN, transdermal patches, etc.)

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