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On this episode of the Top 200 Drugs Podcast, I cover medications 146-150. This podcast includes; sevelamer, dalteparin, sertraline, clonazepam, and irbesartan.
Sevelamer is a phosphate binder that is used to treat hyperphosphatemia in patients with chronic kidney disease.
Dalteparin is a low molecular weight heparin product that is used to prevent and treat blood clots.
Sertraline is a commonly used SSRI that can be helpful in managing depression and anxiety.
Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine that can be used for acute relief of anxiety. Sedation, confusion, and fall risk are potential adverse effects.
Irbesartan is an ARB that can be used for hypertension. Hyperkalemia and angioedema are two adverse effects to be aware of.
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Top 200 Drugs Podcast – Medications 141-145
On this top 200 drugs podcast, we are covering medications 141-145. Raltegravir, ustekinumab, meloxicam, infliximab, and Nighttime Cold and Flu are the medications that are covered on this episode.
Raltegravir is an integrase inhibitor that is used to manage HIV infection and may also be used for post-exposure prophylaxis.
Ustekinumab is a monoclonal antibody that can help reduce inflammation by binding interleukins.
Meloxicam is an NSAID used for pain and anti-inflammatory purposes. GI bleeding risk is a top adverse effect to monitor for.
Infliximab is a monoclonal antibody that can be used for autoimmune disorders such as psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.
Nighttime Cold and Flu medication is a combination product that often includes acetaminophen, dextromethorphan, and doxylamine.
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Top 200 Drugs Podcast – Medications 136-140
On this episode, I cover cinacalcet, solifenacin, haloperidol, hydrocortisone (focused on topical), and insulin NPH.
Cinacalcet is a calcimimetic medication that can be helpful in hyperparathyroidism and useful for managing hypercalcemia.
Solifenacin is a urinary antimuscarinic used primarily for overactive bladder. It is an anticholinergic medication that can be problematic in our geriatric patients.
Haloperidol is a first generation antipsychotic that has a high incidence of EPS relative to many newer antipsychotics.
Hydrocotorisone is one of the most common topical corticosteroids that can be used to reduce inflammation and redness from skin reactions.
Insulin NPH is an intermediate acting insulin that is meant to be given on a routine basis. It has fallen out of favor since insulin glargine and other long acting agents allow for few injections and more stable kinetics.
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Top 200 Drugs Podcast – Medications 131-135
On this episode of the Top 200 drugs podcast from Real Life Pharmacology, I cover medications 131-135 which include enoxaparin, methylphenidate, rosuvastatin, denosumab, and dabigatran.
Enoxaparin is an injectable anticoagulant that can cause heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
Methylphenidate is a stimulant medication that can be used to treat ADHD. Cardiovascular adverse effects are possible.
Rosuvastatin inhibits HMG-CoA Reductase which helps lower LDL in the management of hypercholesterolemia.
Denosumab is a monoclonal antibody that is indicated for osteoporosis and may cause hypocalcemia.
Dabigatran was one of the first direct oral anticoagulants to be produced. It is dosed twice daily and has warnings about use in patients over the age of 75.
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Top 200 Drugs Podcast – Medications 126-130
In this episode of the Top 200 Drugs Podcast, we cover medications 126-130.
Trastuzumab is a monoclonal antibody that can be used for breast cancer that expresses the HER2 protein.
Atripla is an HIV medication that contains three separate medications that are beneficial in reducing viral load.
Rivaroxaban is an anticoagulant that may be commonly used in the management of stroke and deep vein thrombosis.
Fioricet is a combination of three medications. Butalbital, acetaminophen, and caffeine are the three ingredients in this medication.
Insulin detemir is a long-acting insulin analog that lowers blood sugar. This medication is used to target fasting blood sugars.
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