Real Life Pharmacology - Pharmacology Education for Health Care Professionals
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Vitamin B12 Pharmacology
On this episode, I cover clinical tips and practice pearls surrounding vitamin B12 pharmacology. Vitamin B12 deficiency plays a critical role in the development of macrocytic anemia. There are
Ketamine Pharmacology
On this episode, I discuss ketamine pharmacology. Ketamine is primarily broken down by CYP2B6 which fortunately does not have a lot of common medications that can interfere with its action. Ket
Topiramate Pharmacology
On this episode of the Real Life Pharmacology Podcast, I cover topiramate pharmacology. Topiramate is indicated for migraine prevention, seizures, and weight loss which are the most common uses tha
Colchicine Pharmacology
On this episode I discuss colchicine pharmacology, adverse effects, drug interactions, and pharmacokinetics. Colchicine ultimately works by reducing the activity of neutrophils that help contribut
Fexofenadine Pharmacology
Fexofenadine is a 2nd generation antihistamine that is primarily used for allergic rhinitis. I cover fexofenadine pharmacology on this podcast episode. Fruit juices can actually impair the absorpti
Empagliflozin Pharmacology
On this episode I discuss empagliflozin pharmacology and how this medication lowers blood sugar. In this episode, I talk about empagliflozin pharmacology. Empagliflozin is more commonly known by th
Rifaximin Pharmacology
On this episode, I discuss rifaximin pharmacology. Rifaximin is most commonly used in hepatic encephalopathy and C. difficile infection. Rifaximin systemic absorption is minimal so that is why
Naproxen Pharmacology
On this episode of the Real Life Pharmacology Podcast, I discuss naproxen pharmacology. Naproxen can raise the concentrations of lithium and increase the risk for toxicity. Compared to most ot
Cyclosporine Pharmacology
On this episode, I discuss cyclosporine pharmacology. This medication is an immunosuppressant used to reduce the risk of transplant rejection. Cyclosporine has a long list of potential adverse eff
Leflunomide Pharmacology
On this episode, I discuss leflunomide pharmacology. It is classified as a DMARD and is primarily used in rheumatoid arthritis. Leflunomide carries a boxed warning for hepatoxicity. LFTs must be mo