When to Give Antiviral Drugs for the Flu
Flu is still with us. CDC provides the latest recommendations for treating influenza with antiviral medications. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - March 17, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
The War on Drugs Is Lost; What Comes Next?
The war on drugs is over, but the rehabilitation and evidence-based nation-building have just begun. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - March 7, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Antibiotic Prescribing in Hospitals: Improvements Needed
One third of antibiotic prescriptions for hospitalized patients are written with some type of error. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - March 4, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Aspirin and OAC in AF: Beware
Dr. Sam Goldhaber urges caution against prescribing aspirin in patients on oral anticoagulation, based on data from the ORBIT-AF registry. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - February 19, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Feb 14 News: Cangrelor, Naproxen, CV Imaging, and More
Hear a review of the top stories for the week ending Feb 14 (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - February 14, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Hypertension Guidelines: Same Data, Different Conclusions
Dr. Black quizzes Dr. Weber, lead author on the ASH/ISH guidance, and Dr. Townsend, who was part of JNC 8 and the ASH/ISH statement, on the reasoning behind the different recommendations. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - February 11, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
The 2014 Adult Immunization Schedule: What Has Changed?
What are the important changes in the 2014 adult immunization schedule? (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - February 4, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Novel Anticoagulants vs Warfarin: Latest Analyses
For patients with atrial fibrillation, 4 novel anticoagulants appear to be slightly more effective and safer than warfarin for preventing ischemic stroke. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - January 30, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
Hypertension Guidelines: Clear as Mud
Dr. Bilazarian gives his take on JNC 8 and the implications for the practicing physician when professional societies disagree on guidelines. (Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast)
Source: Medscape Pharmacists Podcast - January 30, 2014 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Medscape Source Type: podcasts
