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May 2, 2024April 28, 2024

10 Commandments of Polypharmacy Part 2 of 2

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Here is part 2 of 2 on the final 5 of the 10 commandments of polypharmacy.

6. Thou shalt identify limits for medications not intended for chronic use as well as not continue a medication indefinitely for symptoms that have an expected short duration

7. Thou shalt not start a medication from a similar medication class without appropriate rationale

8. Thou shalt not initiate a medication without considering medications that may treat duplicate conditions – Kill two birds with one stone

9. Thou shalt consider eliminating or reducing medications at every medication review

10. Thou shalt be willing to accept risk in discontinuing a medication if they were willing to accept the risk of initiating a medication

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March 28, 2024March 18, 2024

Beers Criteria Podcast Part 2 or 2

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On this podcast episode, I finish up my breakdown of the Beers Criteria.

I cover the use of sliding-scale insulin and sulfonylureas in geriatric patients. Hypoglycemia is a major concern with both of these diabetes management strategies.

PPIs show up on the Beers criteria list as they can increase the risk of C. diff, pneumonia, fractures, and GI malignancies.

Metoclopramide has dopamine antagonist activity and can increase the risk of EPS and tardive dyskinesia.

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March 21, 2024March 25, 2024

Beers Criteria Podcast Part 1 or 2

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In this podcast episode, I break down some of the most common medications that show up on the Beers criteria list.

I discuss cardiovascular medications in this podcast episode, including rivaroxaban and warfarin, and why they show up on the Beers list.

Alpha-blockers who up on the Beers list as these medications are inappropriate to use for the management of hypertension.

The Beers criteria addresses the use of aspirin in primary prevention. I break down what the criteria state and why it should be avoided in general.

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March 14, 2024March 11, 2024

Navigating QTc Prolongation and Drug Interactions

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On this episode, I discuss the pharmacology surrounding QTc prolongation and drug interactions.

I discuss which medications are more likely to cause QTc prolongation and which patient populations we should be more concerned about.

Antiarrhythmics are a common class of medication that can exacerbate QTc prolongation when used with other interacting medications.

500 ms is a common value utilized to help identify patients at risk for QTc prolongation and ultimately torsades de pointes.

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March 7, 2024March 9, 2024

Risedronate Pharmacology Podcast

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On this podcast episode, I cover risedronate pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and much more.

There is a strict administration procedure with risedronate which is designed to reduce adverse effects and enhance absorption. I discuss this in the podcast.

Many medications may cause osteoporosis and may precipitate treatment with risedronate. Corticosteroids and excessive thyroid hormone replacement are two examples.

Patients should remain upright (sitting or standing) for at least 30 minutes following administration to reduce the risk of esophagitis and ulceration.

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February 22, 2024February 28, 2024

Teplizumab For Diabetes Episode 315 – Real Life Pharmacology Podcast

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Teplizumab is a relatively new agent that helps delay the progression of type 1 diabetes. It slows the rate of beta-cell destruction in the pancreas.

Teplizumab is associated with cytokine release syndrome which can result in flu-like symptoms of fever, aches, and headache.

Cytokine release syndrome due to teplizumab can be reduced by using appropriate pretreatment medications. Those medications can include analgesics, antihistamines, and/or antiemetics.

Teplizumab is associated with suppressing the immune system so it is ideal to get vaccinations completed before using this medication. I go over the specific recommendations in the podcast episode.

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February 15, 2024February 12, 2024

Captopril Pharmacology Podcast – Episode 314

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On this podcast episode, I discuss captopril pharmacology, kinetics, interactions, and much more!

Captopril is an ACE Inhibitor. It can cause hyperkalemia, cough, and renal impairment.

One of the notable issues with captopril is its relatively short half-life which requires it to be dose frequently throughout the day.

Lithium is an important drug interaction and the use of captopril with this medication may increase concentrations and the chance for toxicity.

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